Imagine this—you’ve been planning to check your PF balance or file a claim, but you’re stuck because you don’t have your UAN. The process used to be slow, confusing, and full of errors. But now, things have changed.
From 7 August 2025, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced a game-changing update. You can now create your Universal Account Number (UAN) right from home—no office visits, no piles of documents—just your phone, the UMANG app, and a quick face scan.
Why EPFO Changed the Rules
Let’s be real—earlier, getting a UAN wasn’t exactly smooth.
- Data entry mistakes were common.
- Document verification could take forever.
- Some employees had to wait weeks just to get started.
EPFO wanted to fix this. The goal? Make the process faster, safer, and error-free. Now, with Aadhaar-based Face Authentication Technology (FAT), your identity is verified instantly. No middlemen. No manual delays. Just you and your phone.
Who Still Uses the Old Process?
While most employees can use the new method, international workers and citizens of Nepal and Bhutan will still need to get their UAN through their employer.
Who Still Uses the Old Process?
- New EPFO Services on the UMANG App
With the updated rules, the UMANG app now lets you: - Create and activate a new UAN.
- Activate an existing UAN.
Use face authentication for already active UANs to update your record.
While most employees can use the new method, international workers and citizens of Nepal and Bhutan will still need to get their UAN through their employer.
Benefits of the New EPFO Rules
Here’s why this update is a big deal:
- No more running to the office—do it all from home.
- No document uploads needed.
- Instant access to your PF passbook, claim requests, e-KYC, and e-UAN card.
- Zero errors in your personal details.
- Faster activation so you can start using EPFO services immediately.