Important news for pensioners: Failure to submit this one document could lead to the suspension of your pension.

We are sharing three easy ways for pensioners to submit their 'Jeevan Pramaan Patra' (Life Certificate). The EPFO ​​provides options to submit it via digital face authentication, through a postman, or by visiting a bank or Common Service Centre (CSC).

If you are a pension recipient, it is mandatory to submit a 'Jeevan Pramaan Patra'—also known as a Life Certificate. This document confirms to the pension department that the recipient is still alive. Failure to submit it on time may cause disruptions in receiving your pension. Pensioners no longer need to make repeated visits to a bank or an EPFO ​​office; the EPFO ​​has introduced three convenient methods for submission:

1. Face Authentication via Smartphone

Pensioners can submit their Life Certificate from the comfort of their homes using a smartphone. This can be done through the 'face authentication' feature on the UMANG app, which uses your mobile camera to verify your identity. This allows for the submission of a digital Life Certificate without needing to visit a bank.

2. Request a Visit from a Postman

If a pensioner finds it difficult to use a mobile app, they can seek assistance from a postman. The India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) offers a 'doorstep service' for this purpose; a postman can visit your home to help you submit your Life Certificate. According to India Post, you can contact them at 033-22029000 to avail of this service.

3. Submit at a Bank or Nearby Centre

Pensioners who prefer not to use the online process can submit their Life Certificate by visiting their nearest bank, an EPFO ​​office, or a Common Service Centre (CSC).