EPFO: Find even the oldest PF number in a jiffy! Account details from 15 years ago will also be accessible..

For people working in companies, especially in the private sector, PF (Provident Fund) is a form of savings that comes in very handy during times of need. However, the problem arises when they can't remember the PF number from a job they held many years ago. The difficulty is even greater for those who started working before 2014. At that time, facilities like UAN (Universal Account Number) didn't exist, and each company issued a different PF number. As a result, many people lose track of their old PF accounts after changing jobs.

Now, to address this problem, the EPFO ​​(Employees' Provident Fund Organisation) has introduced an easy solution. According to the EPFO, even if you don't have your PF number, you can still find your PF account. For this, the employee needs to visit the Unified Member Portal. After registering or logging in with their mobile number, they need to fill in some necessary information. As soon as the Aadhaar and PAN details are entered, the system automatically starts searching for old records. Whether the PF account is 10 years old or 15 years old, the information can be retrieved.

How to find out
The EPFO ​​says that if your Aadhaar is linked to your UAN and your KYC (Know Your Customer) is complete, this process becomes even easier. All your old and new PF accounts are linked under a single UAN. This not only makes it easier to view your PF passbook but also ensures that the PF transfer and withdrawal processes are completed without any hurdles.

In addition, the EPFO ​​is preparing to introduce another major facility under EPFO ​​3.0. From 2026, employees will be able to withdraw their PF money through ATMs and UPI. This means that they will no longer have to visit offices to withdraw their PF. This facility will be especially beneficial during emergencies.

Why is this step important for older employees
The EPFO ​​has clearly stated that employees who worked before 2014 should definitely link their old PF accounts to their UAN. Often, people's money remains in their PF accounts for years because they don't have access to their account information. This new facility will help millions of employees recover their accumulated savings. Experts advise employees to update their KYC details as soon as possible, link their Aadhaar to their UAN, and merge all their old PF accounts into a single UAN. This will make withdrawing, tracking, and transferring funds much easier in the future.

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