EPFO Surprise! Now Check PF Without Internet or Login

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced new updates to make things easier for over 7 crore workers in India’s organized sector. These changes will help you check PF balance easily, transfer PF faster, and update your details without trouble.

EPFO launches new services for easy PF check via SMS/missed call, faster transfers without employer approval, and more. 7 crore members to benefit from updates.

Here’s everything you need to know in simple words.

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Check PF Balance Without Internet – New SMS and Missed Call Services

If you’re facing issues logging in to the EPF passbook portal, don’t worry! EPFO has added new ways to check PF balance without using the internet.

Check EPFO PF Balance by SMS

You can get your PF balance by sending an SMS. Make sure your UAN is active and linked with Aadhaar, PAN, and bank account.

Steps:

Type: EPFOHO UAN ENG
Send it to: 7738299899
ENG = English. For other l anguages, use codes like HIN

(Hindi), TAM (Tamil), etc.

This service is available in 10 languages including English, Hindi, Tamil, and Bengali.

Check EPFO PF Balance by Missed Call

You can also check your PF balance with a simple missed call.

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Steps:

Call: 011-22901406 from your registered mobile number
The call will disconnect automatically
You will receive an SMS with your PF balance details

Note: Your UAN must be active and KYC should be fully updated.

EPFO PF Transfer Made Easy – No More Employer Approval

From January 15, 2025, transferring your PF while changing jobs will be much simpler.

In most cases, you won’t need your employer’s approval
The PF transfer will be faster and hassle-free
The joint declaration form process is now fully digital

This is a big relief for employees who often face delays during job changes.

Update Your Profile Without Documents

If your UAN is linked to Aadhaar, updating your personal details is now easier:

Change name, date of birth, or nationality online
No need to upload documents
If your UAN was created before October 2017, your employer’s approval may still be needed

This change helps avoid long processes and cuts down waiting time.

EPFO New Pension Payment System Started from Jan 1, 2025

EPFO has launched a Centralized Pension Payment System (CPPS) to make pension payments faster and more secure.

Pension will now be sent directly to your bank account via the NPCI platform
Earlier, pension orders were handled by different regional offices, which caused delays

Now, pensioners can enjoy a smoother and quicker payment experience.

High Salary Earners Can Now Apply for Extra Pension

If you earn more than the EPFO salary limit, you now have a clear option to:

Apply for higher pension
Make extra contributions
Get accurate information about your pension rights

This step brings more clarity for high-earning employees planning their retirement.

Private Trusts Must Follow EPFO-Like Rules

EPFO has now made it mandatory for private trusts managing employee pensions to:

Follow the same rules as EPFO
Maintain uniform pension processes across the country

This change will help avoid confusion and make pension management fair and simple for everyone.

These new EPFO reforms are made to help workers like you. Whether it’s checking PF balance easily, updating your profile, or getting your pension on time – everything is now simpler, faster, and digital.

Stay updated and make sure your UAN, KYC, and contact details are all correctly linked to enjoy these services smoothly.

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