Name Mismatch in PF and Bank Records: How Can I Resolve My Rejected Claim?

My name in PF records reflects as Pravin Deshmane. However, in the bank, my name shows as Pravin Prabhakar Deshmane, where Prabhakar is my father's name.

My PF claim has been rejected due to such a name difference in the bank. Please guide me on what is to be done now.

In order to claim PF, please ensure that your name on the following documents is consistent; else the claim will be rejected. So just ensure the same.

1. PAN card
2. Aadhaar Card
3. Name in EPFO records
4. Name on the bank account.

As per your note, should I change my name in the bank as well? Please also tell me if I would be required to give an affidavit to the PF office - will it work?

In case your name is mismatched on the bank account alone, please change the name of the account and submit a fresh claim to EPFO.

Seed your Aadhar to your bank account, and they will change the bank account name, update that on the portal, and ask the employer to verify digitally. After that, you are eligible to file the claim.