How To Ensure EPF Claim Not Rejected: Step-By-Step Guide
One of the common reasons for the rejection of EPF claims is the presence of a mismatch between the name in the EPFO's record and the name in the KYC documents.
The Employees' Provident Fund is a popular savings scheme designed to provide financial security to salaried individuals after retirement.
Managed by the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation, both employers and employees contribute equally to the fund in the scheme.
While the primary purpose of EPF is to build a retirement corpus, withdrawals are permitted under specific conditions before retirement. Early withdrawal requests may face rejection due to errors in documentation, KYC mismatches or incomplete records.
To prevent your EPF claim from being rejected, follow these essential steps:
Steps To Avoid EPF Claim Rejection
Ensure There's No Mismatch In Name
One of the common reasons for the rejection of EPF claims is the presence of a mismatch between the name in the EPFO's record and the name in the KYC documents.
If the mistake is in the documents. such as Aadhaar, you must correct it before making an EPF claim. If the mistake is in the EPF records, you need to correct it by submitting a form on the EPF portal.
Check Date Of Birth
A mistake in the date of birth can lead to a rejection of an EPF claim. If the mistake is in your Aadhaar card, then you need to correct it from the UIDAI portal. Any mistake in the EPF records can be corrected from the EPF portal.
Update KYC
If your KYC in the EPF records is incomplete or outdated, it can be one of the reasons for the rejection of your EPF claims. You must ensure that your KYC is complete before making an EPF claim.
Use Right Bank Account
Your claim can be rejected if you provide incorrect or unverified bank details. Double-check your account number, IFSC code and bank name before submitting your claim.
The EPFO credits the claim amount only to an individual bank account or a joint account held with a spouse. Claims made to joint accounts held with anyone other than a spouse will be rejected.
Link Your UAN With Aadhaar
Your Universal Account Number must be linked to your Aadhaar for a successful claim. If they are not linked, your claim could be rejected. Ensure this linkage is completed before applying for withdrawal.
