Navigating EPF Withdrawals: How to Claim Without Employer Attestation

In exercise of powers conferred under para 78 of the Employees' Provident Funds Scheme 1952, the Central Government has directed that employees whose details like Aadhaar Number and Bank Account Number have been seeded in their UAN and whose UANs have been activated, may submit claims in Form-19, Form-10C, and Form 31 directly to the Commissioner without attestation of their employers. The circular on this matter is enclosed herewith for reference.

Direct EPF Withdrawal Without Employer Attestation

📝 The directive issued by the Central Government under para 78 of the Employees' Provident Funds Scheme 1952 allows employees with seeded Aadhaar and Bank Account Numbers in their UAN to independently submit EPF withdrawal claims in Form-19, Form-10C, and Form 31 directly to the Commissioner without requiring attestation from their employers.

📌 Steps to Withdraw EPF without Employer Interference:
1. Ensure your Aadhaar and Bank Account Numbers are correctly linked to your UAN.
2. Activate your UAN if not already done.
3. Download and fill the required forms - Form-19 for final EPF settlement, Form-10C for pension withdrawal, and Form 31 for partial withdrawal.
4. Submit the filled forms directly to the EPF Commissioner without employer attestation.
5. Include all necessary documents such as ID proof, bank details, and UAN details for smooth processing.
6. Follow up with the EPF Commissioner for updates on your withdrawal request.

🔗 For more detailed information, refer to the circular provided by the Central Government regarding this process.

By following these steps, eligible employees can conveniently withdraw their EPF without the need for employer attestation, streamlining the withdrawal process and ensuring quicker access to their provident fund benefits.