Your EPF (Employees’ Provident Fund) savings and any withdrawal or transfer claim can be tracked online through the EPFO portal using your UAN (Universal Account Number). This guide explains how to check your PF claim status, view your passbook, and see your balance.
How to check PF claim status online
- Open the EPFO member portal unifiedportal-mem.epfindia.gov.in.
- Log in with your UAN and password.
- Go to Online Services → Track Claim Status.
- Your claim’s current stage — Under Process, Approved, Settled or Rejected — is shown.
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How to check your PF passbook and balance
- Open passbook.epfindia.gov.in.
- Log in with your UAN and password.
- Select your Member ID to view and download the passbook with your balance.
Quick options: give a missed call to 9966044425 from your registered mobile number, or send an SMS EPFOHO UAN ENG to 7738299899 to get your balance.
Common problems and how to fix them
- UAN not activated — activate it on the member portal using your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- Claim rejected — read the remark, correct your KYC or bank details, and submit the claim again.
- Passbook not available — newly transferred or recently opened accounts can take a few days to appear.
Details you need before checking
You need your UAN and password, and your UAN should be linked to your Aadhaar, PAN and bank account with completed KYC. If your UAN is not activated, use the Activate UAN option on the member portal with your member ID and Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
Types of PF claims
- Form 19 — full final settlement when you leave a job and want to withdraw the PF amount.
- Form 10C — to withdraw or transfer the pension (EPS) portion.
- Form 31 — a partial advance for reasons such as illness, housing, marriage or education.
Other ways to check your PF
- UMANG app — view your passbook, balance and claim status on your phone.
- Missed call — give a missed call to 9966044425 from your registered mobile number.
- SMS — send EPFOHO UAN ENG to 7738299899 for your latest balance.
Understanding your PF claim status stages
When you track a claim, the portal shows one of a few clear stages so you always know what is happening:
- Claim Submitted — your withdrawal or transfer request has been received by EPFO.
- Under Process — the claim is being verified against your KYC and service details.
- Approved — verification is complete and the payment is being processed.
- Settled — the amount has been sent to your registered bank account.
- Rejected — the claim was not accepted; the remark explains why, such as a KYC mismatch or wrong bank detail.
If your claim is rejected, fix the issue named in the remark — usually your bank account, Aadhaar or PAN linking — and submit a fresh claim. A settled claim normally reaches your bank within a few working days.
Frequently asked questions
How can I check my PF balance without a UAN?
You first need to activate or find your UAN on the EPFO member portal using your member ID and Aadhaar-linked mobile number. After that you can check the balance by portal, SMS or missed call.
How long does a PF claim take to settle?
An online PF claim is usually settled within 7 to 20 working days, provided your KYC and bank details are correct and verified.
What is the EPFO helpline number?
The EPFO toll-free helpline is 1800 118 005. You can also raise a grievance on the EPFiGMS portal.
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