Navigating EPFO Claims: How Do You Successfully Claim Your Employer's Contribution?

What is the procedure to claim employer amount from EPFO?

The process to claim the employer's amount from EPFO involves submitting the necessary documents and forms to the EPFO office. You will typically need to fill out a claim form, provide proof of employment, and submit relevant bank account details for the transfer of funds. It's important to ensure that all documentation is accurate and complete to avoid any delays in processing your claim. Additionally, staying in communication with the EPFO office can help you track the status of your claim and address any issues that may arise.

Hi, both employer and employee PF contributions need to be claimed through the UAN portal using your UAN number.

Thanks for the suggestion. I have claimed some amount from my PF account, but they disbursed the amount from only the employer's portion. Now, I want to claim the amount of the employee's portion.

To claim the employer amount from the Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO), follow these steps:

Eligibility

Ensure that you are eligible to claim the employer amount. Generally, the employer's contribution to the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) and Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) can be claimed under certain circumstances, such as retirement, resignation, or when switching jobs and transferring the EPF balance.

UAN Activation

Make sure your Universal Account Number (UAN) is activated and linked to your EPF account. You can activate your UAN on the EPFO member portal (https://unifiedportal-mem.epfindia.gov.in/memberinterface/).

Form Filling

Obtain the appropriate claim form from the EPFO website or your employer. The most commonly used form to claim the employer amount is Form 19 (for EPF) and Form 10C (for EPS).

Fill the Form

Fill the claim form with accurate details, including your personal information, bank account details, EPF account number, date of leaving the job, and reason for leaving.

Employer Attestation

In some cases, the claim form may require attestation from your previous employer or current employer. If you are no longer associated with your previous employer, you can self-attest the form.

Submission

Submit the filled and signed claim form to the regional EPFO office or the EPF office where your employer was registered.

Supporting Documents

Along with the claim form, attach supporting documents such as a canceled cheque or bank statement, address proof, PAN card, and any other documents required as per EPFO guidelines.

Verification

The EPFO will verify the claim and the provided details. If everything is in order, the claim will be processed.

Crediting of Amount

Once the claim is approved, the employer amount (including contributions and interest) will be credited to the bank account mentioned in the claim form.

Keep Track

Keep track of the claim status by logging into the EPFO member portal or using the UMANG mobile app.

Please note that the process and specific requirements for claiming the employer amount may vary depending on your circumstances. It is essential to follow the EPFO guidelines and provide accurate information to ensure a smooth and timely claim settlement. If you face any difficulties or have questions, consider reaching out to the EPFO helpline or visiting the nearest EPFO office for assistance.

Thanks, Ms. Dipti Srivastava. My concern is, if someone wants to claim some amount, what is the procedure? For example:

Employees' Contribution - 200 INR
Employers' Contribution - 15,000 INR

In view of the above, how can one claim the amount from the employer's portion?