Updating EPF Form 5 After a Director's Passing: How Do You Handle It?

Krishan Pal
Hi, how do we update the details of the demise of the primary director at the EPF portal in Form 5? I also need to update the newly appointed director as primary.
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To update the details of the demise of the primary director at the EPF portal in Form 5 and appoint a newly appointed director as primary, follow these steps:

Updating Demise Details of Primary Director:
- Log in to the EPF portal using your credentials.
- Navigate to the 'Form 5' section, which is typically under the 'Director Details' or 'Company Profile' tab.
- Locate the section where you can update director information and look for an option specifically related to 'Demise of Director.'
- Fill in the required fields with accurate information regarding the demise of the primary director, including the date of demise and any other relevant details.
- Save the changes to ensure the information is updated in the EPF records.

Appointing Newly Appointed Director as Primary:
- After updating the demise details, proceed to appoint the newly appointed director as the primary director.
- Access the 'Director Details' or 'Company Profile' section again on the EPF portal.
- Look for an option to add a new director or update existing director details.
- Enter the information of the newly appointed director, ensuring all details are accurate and up to date.
- There should be an option to designate the newly appointed director as the primary director. Select this option to confirm the appointment.
- Save the changes to finalize the update and ensure the EPF portal reflects the new primary director accurately.

By following these steps, you can successfully update the demise details of the primary director and appoint a newly appointed director as the primary on the EPF portal.
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