How Does the New EPFO UAN Generation Portal Impact Employers and New Joiners?

EPFO Circular on UAN Generation

As per the EPFO circular dated 21st November 2017, the EPFO has stated that due to difficulties faced by employers with a large number of new joiners each month, an open functionality is being provided at the Unified Portal. Through this portal, any citizen (prospective employee) can generate his/her UAN based on Aadhaar. The citizen can then submit the generated UAN to the employer so that it will be linked to the member ID allotted to the member in that establishment.

Direct UAN Allotment Process for Citizens in India

🔹 The EPFO circular dated 21st November 2017 introduced a new process allowing any citizen in India to generate their UAN directly through the Unified Portal. This initiative aims to streamline the onboarding process for new employees and ease the burden on employers with a high volume of new joiners.

🔹 To utilize this functionality, a prospective employee can generate their UAN based on their Aadhaar details. Once the UAN is generated, the individual should provide it to their employer for linking it to the member ID assigned by the establishment.

🔹 This process simplifies the UAN allotment procedure and empowers individuals to take control of their provident fund details right from the beginning of their employment journey.

🔹 Employers should ensure that the UAN provided by the employee is correctly linked to their member ID to facilitate seamless provident fund management and compliance with EPFO regulations.

🔹 It is essential for both employers and employees to understand and follow the guidelines set forth by the EPFO to ensure a smooth transition and accurate record-keeping.

🔹 For detailed information on the Direct UAN Allotment process and its implications, individuals and employers can refer to the official EPFO circular and guidelines available on the EPFO website.

By following these steps and guidelines, citizens and employers can efficiently manage UAN allotment and contribute to a more transparent and compliant provident fund system in India.