How to Check EPF Balance: The EPF balance is more accessible than you think, thanks to various methods. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how you can check your EPF balance on the EPFO website, UMANG app, by SMS, or even missed calls.
Checking EPF Balance Through EPFO Website
Follow these steps to check your EPF balance through the EPFO website:
- Visit EPFO Official Website.
- Go to ‘Services’ dropdown menu and click on ‘For Employees’.
- Under services menu, click on ‘Member Passbook’.
- Now, log in using your UAN, password, and CAPTCHA verification.
- Select your member ID to see the present EPF passbook balance as well.
Important:
- UAN Activation: You must activate your UAN and link it to your mobile number for access.
- Account Status: Only active contributors can access the passbook.
- Update Delays: The system updates changes within six hours.
Accessing through the UMANG App
To view your EPF balance on the UMANG app:

- Download the UMANG App from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Register with the mobile number associated with your UAN.
- Search for ‘EPFO’ in the app and select ‘View Passbook’.
- Log in using your UAN and authenticate through an OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
- View your passbook and balance statement.
Important Points to Remember:
- Register your mobile number with the UAN to receive the OTP.
- Re-enter your details if there are any mistakes.
Through SMS
Check your EPF balance even without the internet:
- Send an SMS as follows:
to 7738299899. - Get your EPF balance information in English.
Important Information:
- Send the SMS from the mobile number registered with your UAN.
- The service offers instant balance updates.
Through Missed Call
You can also avail of a missed call service:
- Dial 9966044425 from your registered mobile number.
- You will receive an SMS with your EPF balance once the call disconnects.
Limitations:
- You must have a UAN, and your mobile number must link to it.
FAQs
- How many times in a year can PF advances be withdrawn?
For a specific purpose like medical emergency or home construction, three times a year is permitted in a financial year. - **Is it possible to check EPF balance without UAN?
Yes, via SMS or missed call, if your mobile number is registered. - What if my mobile number isn’t linked to my UAN? Update the same through the UAN Member e-Sewa portal in the ‘Manage’ section.
- Are these services chargeable? All services are free of cost, except for standard SMS charges as per your mobile network provider.
These steps can, therefore, keep you abreast of what is going on with your EPF contributions to make for informed financial decisions.
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