How to Easily Retrieve Your Lost Universal Account Number (UAN)

Understanding the Importance of UAN

The Universal Account Number (UAN) is a crucial 12-digit code that enables employees to manage their Provident Fund (PF) accounts effectively. It plays a vital role in checking PF balances and facilitating fund withdrawals. Losing or forgetting your UAN can create significant challenges. To assist users, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has rolled out a straightforward method for recovering a lost UAN. Recently, EPFO shared this information via social media, outlining a few easy steps for retrieval, along with a QR code for further guidance.

Steps to Recover Your UAN

The UAN is essential for managing your Provident Fund and updating account details. Given its importance, safeguarding it is advisable. The EPFO's new system simplifies the process for those who have misplaced their UAN, ensuring users can manage their finances and access their accounts without hassle. Earlier this month, EPFO posted on X, stating, “If you’ve forgotten your UAN, don’t worry — it’s easy to retrieve it. Just follow a few simple steps to find out your UAN. Scan the QR code to learn more.”

To recover a lost UAN, individuals should visit the official EPFO UAN portal. Here are the steps to follow:

• Visit the EPFO Portal – Here!
  Navigate to the ‘Services’ section
  Select ‘For Employees’
  Proceed to ‘Member UAN/Online Services’
  Input basic information such as name, date of birth, and either Aadhaar, PAN, or Member ID

Final Steps to Retrieve Your UAN

To proceed, users must verify their mobile number by entering a one-time password (OTP). After verification, they can select the options ‘Know Your UAN’ and then ‘Show Your UAN’ to display their UAN on the screen. This process underscores the importance of keeping the UAN secure, as it is essential for accessing the Provident Fund, a critical component of retirement or emergency savings.