EPFO Claim Status - Check your EPF Claim Status Online

The EPFO claim status feature allows members to track their PF withdrawal, transfer, or pension applications in real time. By checking the online PF claim status, you can know if your request is under process, approved, or if the money is credited to your bank account. Regularly monitoring your EPF claim status ensures transparency, helps identify delays, and keeps you updated on the progress of your application.

Key Highlights

You can check your EPF Claim Status using the below methods

• Give a missed call to 9966044425 from your registered mobile number.
• Call the 24×7 EPFO helpline at 1800 118 005 to check withdrawal or transfer claim status.
• Send an SMS to 7738299899 in the format: EPFOHO UAN <Language Code>.
• Use the UMANG app to track your PF transfer or withdrawal claim status anytime.
• Go to the EPFO website → Services → For Employees → Know Your Claim Status to check online.

What is EPFO Claim Status?

EPFO claim status refers to the current status of the EPF withdrawal application. It gives a quick insight into the withdrawal process development, allowing applicants to address potential delays or errors effectively. 

What are the Pre-requisites to Check EPFO Withdrawal Status? 

To know the status of your claim, the following information should be available to you:

• Universal Account Number (UAN)  
• EPF regional office of your employer  
• Employer details 
• Extension code (if relevant)

Keep the above information/documents handy, and then follow the below steps to check the status of your claim online.

How To Check Your EPFO Withdrawal Status Online?

The EPFO has made both an online and offline process accessible to check the status of your requisition. Below are the ways to check the status of your EPFO withdrawal claim online.

1. Using EPFO Website

Members can visit EPFO website and track their PF claim status the following way. 

Step 1: Visit the EPFO website → go to ‘Services’ → select ‘For Employees’ option.

Step 2: Click on ‘Know Your Claim Status’.

Step 3: It will redirect you to the member passbook application.

Step 4: Login with your UAN, password, and captcha.

Step 5: Click on ‘View Claim Status’ and view the progress on your claim status.

SMS Alerts From EPFO

For the claimant’s convenience, EPFO also sends SMS alerts if a mobile number is linked to the account. The SMS is sent in the following two cases.

1. When the claim application is received.
2. When the funds are transferred to the claimant’s bank account.

There could be income tax implications on your EPFO withdrawal under specific scenarios.       

2. Using the UAN Member Portal

Here’s how you can check your online PF claim status using the UAN member portal

Step 1: Log in to the UAN Member Portal through UAN and Password.

Step 2: Under the ‘Online Services’ tab, click on the ‘Track Claim Status’ option.

Step 3: The details regarding the status of the withdrawal claim will appear on the screen.

Users who have opted for an offline option will not be able to track the EPFO claim status online via this portal. However, they can easily track through the EPFO's official website.

3. Using the UMANG App

Employees can track their PF transfer/withdrawal claim status online using the UMANG app, available on both iOS and Android. To access this service, make sure your mobile number is linked to your UAN. In case it is already linked, you don’t need to enter the UAN again in the process mentioned below.

Step 1: Download and install the UMANG app from the Play Store or App Store. 

Step 2: Log in to your EPFO account with your mobile number using MPIN or OTP.

Step 3: After logging in, go to ‘Employee Centric Services’.

Step 4: You will then be redirected to the EPFO portal main page. Here, select ‘Employee Centric Services’.

Step 5: Select ‘Track Claim’ to view your ‘EPF claim status’.

Step 6: The screen will display your claim status details. If you have no active claims, it will simply remain blank.

How to Check EPFO Claim Status Offline?

The EPFO claim status can be checked offline through the following means:

1. By Giving a Missed Call

Give a missed call to ‘9966044425’ from your mobile number registered with the UAN portal to check your PF balance or EPF claim status. Ensure your Aadhaar, PAN, and bank details are linked with your UAN. You’ll receive an SMS with your balance or claim details from EPFO, free of charge.

2. By Calling EPFO Toll Free Number

Employees can easily check their EPFO withdrawal or transfer claim status by calling the 24×7 EPFO customer care helpline at ‘1800 118 005’. Keep your PF Account Number or UAN ready, as the helpline officer will require it to provide the status of your claim.

3. Via SMS

Employees can check their ‘PF claim status’ via SMS, provided their mobile number is linked with UAN and KYC is updated.

Send an SMS from your registered mobile number to ‘7738299899’ in the format: EPFOHO UAN <Language Code>. You will then receive basic details about your claim status or balance.

The following table lists the different language options and the respective language codes you should use:

Who is Eligible to Apply for EPFO Claim?

An individual having an EPFO account is eligible to raise an EPF withdrawal claim in the following situations:

What are the Different Stages of PF Claim Status?

The various stages of EPF claim status are described below:

What are the Different types of EPFO Claim Forms?

Before starting the PF claim process online or offline, applicants must submit the required forms to the concerned authority. Below is a list of forms applicable for different situations.

• Form 13: To transfer the accumulated EPFO fund to a new EPFO account when the job is changed.
• Form 14: To pay for a LIC policy.
• Form 31: To raise a claim for advance or temporary EPFO withdrawal.
• Form 10D: To claim monthly pension after retirement (58 years) or after 10 years of eligible service. It is also applicable in case of early pension due to permanent disability.
• Form 20: To raise EPFO claim by a nominee of the deceased EPFO member account.
• Form 10C: To claim withdrawal benefit or scheme certificate as per the Employees' Pension Scheme.  

How to Cancel EPFO Withdrawal Claim?

Once the EPF withdrawal claim is submitted, it is not possible to cancel it online. However, you can:

• Raise a grievance through the EPFiGMS portal, or
• Visit the EPFO regional office with a written request to stop the processing of your claim (if it hasn’t been settled yet).

In Summary,

You can track your EPF claim status through multiple methods online via the EPFO website or UAN Member Portal, using the UMANG app, or offline through SMS, missed call service, and the EPFO toll-free helpline. These options make monitoring your PF claim simple and convenient.