EPFO has given a big relief to government employees. EPFO ​​has extended the last date for activating Universal Account Numbers (UAN) and linking Aadhaar numbers to bank accounts for government employees from 30 May to 30 June 2025.

UAN i.e. Universal Account Number is a 12-digit unique number, with the help of which the employee's contribution to EPFO ​​is tracked and managed. If your UAN is not active, then you cannot access your EPFO ​​account. Also, you cannot transfer funds. No matter how many companies you change, your UAN always remains the same.

It is necessary to activate UAN to avail of online services provided by EPFO, such as online withdrawal, balance check, and updating contact details. Additionally, Aadhaar seeding is required to send the EPF amount directly to the linked bank account.

The Employment Linked Incentive Scheme (ELI) scheme was introduced by the government in the 2024 budget, in which employers are encouraged to create new jobs in the formal sector. Under this scheme, new employees are given financial assistance on registering with EPFO.

To activate UAN, you have to go to the EPFO ​​​​member portal, where you have to go to the Important Links section and click on Activate UAN. In this, you have to give some important information like your DOB, and Aadhar card.

After doing all these processes, you will get the option of OTP, on clicking which OTP will come on the registered mobile number. As soon as you fill it, your UAN will be activated.

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