Struggling to Find Old TRRN for EPF Challan Before Nov 2016? Need Help!

deepak_adhikari25
Dear All, I am inquiring if there is a method to retrieve the old TRRN of EPF challan prior to November 2016. This is because the new EPFO Unified Portal does not display the details of older challans. Your guidance would be greatly appreciated as we are encountering a significant issue with HR clearance from our client.

Best regards,
Deepak Adhikari
Glidor
Check the passbook of any contributory member. If the payment for the specified month is credited, then the TRRN of that specified month is paid.

Yes, there is a method to retrieve the old TRRN (Temporary Return Reference Number) of an EPF (Employees' Provident Fund) challan, especially if you've lost track of it. Here's how you can do it:

✅ Method 1: Use EPFO ECR Portal
Go to: https://unifiedportal-emp.epfindia.gov.in/epfo/

Login with your Establishment ID and Password.

Navigate to "Payment" → "ECR/Challan (TRRN) Status".

You can search using: Date range / Payment status / Challan status

This will show: TRRN / Challan amount / Status (Paid/Unpaid) / Payment date

✅ Method 2: View Past ECR Uploads
After login, go to "ECR" → "View Uploaded ECR".

Select the relevant month/year.

The system will display details including the TRRN, contribution details, and status.

✅ Method 3: Bank Payment Reference
If payment was made via bank:

Search your bank statements for UTR numbers or descriptions that include the TRRN.

Many banks include “EPFO TRRN XXXX” in payment remarks.

✅ Method 4: Check Email or Downloaded Receipts
If the challan was downloaded or emailed after generation, you may find the TRRN on the receipt or in email acknowledgements.
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