EPF DEATH CLAIM
PF claim settlement rule change: Now EPF members will get more interest money on EPF withdrawal, faster settlement
New EPF claim settlement rule: The EPFO has announced changes in Para 60(2)(b) of the EPF Scheme, 1952. The changes announced in the Employees Provident Fund Scheme will help EPF members to get more interest in claim settlement and faster claim settlement. Know all about the new rule, when it is applicable, and which EPF claims it will impact.
EPF update: You may be able to withdraw PF from ATM soon, who can withdraw, how it will work
PF Withdrawal through ATM: Members of EPFO may soon be able to withdraw funds from their EPF account directly from ATMs. The EPF system is currently undergoing a major upgrade to offer 'enhanced services' to crores of employees, says Labour Secretary Sumita Dawra. How will this new facility work? When can you withdraw PF money through ATM? All your questions answered.
Married women without marriage certificate can face these problems
Importance of marriage certificate: Marriage registration is optional under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. However, many women register their marriage to avoid any future problems. Here is the list of problems women can face in the future if they do not have a marriage certificate. Read on to know more about it.
Is your EPF claim stuck? Find out why EPF claim rejections are rising, steps you can take
In the cover story this week, we explore why EPF claim rejections or delays are rising and what potential obstacles await those requesting PF transfers or withdrawals. We also suggest the steps you can take to avert a prolonged battle with the EPFO to get your money back.
What is form 10D in EPF account: How to apply for monthly pension using form 10D online, who can claim
Form 10D in EPF account: EPF members who are eligible can apply online for Form 10 D by ensuring that there is an e-nomination, that the account meets KYC requirements, and that the accurate details are provided in the Universal Account Number (UAN).
EPFO issues new rules for inoperative, inactive EPF accounts to stop frauds: Check the latest details
EPF inoperative inactive accounts unblock: The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has issued new guidelines to make the inoperative and inactive, transaction-less accounts active again. The new rules are issued to stop the frauds and also to ensure proper verification is done before money in credited into the claimant bank accounts.
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New EPF account rules in May: EPFO made these four major changes to the EPF account, claims process in May 2024
New EPF rules: The changes include an extended facility of auto-settlement, multi-location claim settlement, faster New rule for EPF death claim. Let us take a closer at each of these four changes.
New rule for EPF death claim: Now physical claims can be processed without seeding Aadhaar
EPF death claim: The EPFO stated that it has received specific references from field offices indicating that they are unable to seed and authenticate Aadhaar in cases of death of EPF members. Note that Aadhaar details cannot be updated or corrected after a member passes away, which presents challenges for the field offices.
EPF joint declaration: List of acceptable documents required to make corrections, updations in UAN profile
Correction, updations to EPF account: The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has made changes to the standard operating procedure (SOP) for collecting joint declarations to address inaccuracies in members' and employers' Universal Account Number (UAN) profiles. Here is a look at more details regarding making changes to one¡¯s EPF account¡¯s UAN profile.
EPF members can do KYC, correction in provident fund account online: Here is a step-by-step guide to do it
Correction in EPF details online: It may happen that an employee details such as name, gender, date of birth, father/mother's name etc. in the EPFO records are wrong. This may be due to spelling errors or wrong details mentioned in the EPF records. The EPFO has launched an online facility to correct KYC details online. Here is a step by step guide on how to use online KYC facility to correct details.
EPFO removes Aadhaar from list of acceptable documents for proof for updation/correction of date for birth; check details
EPFO update: EPFO has announced that Aadhaar has been removed from the list of acceptable documents for proof of date of birth (DoB) for correction, updation purposes.
Employees Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme: Calculation of assurance benefit under EDLI Scheme
The EPFO offers the EDLI scheme to private sector salaried employees. This system works in tandem with the EPF and the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS).
How to check if EPF UAN is linked with Aadhaar: Ways to link UAN with Aadhaar
If you are not sure if your UAN is linked to Aadhaar, then follow the steps below to check. Here are different ways to link your UAN with Aadhaar.
Is nomination mandatory in EPF account for withdrawal or death claim?
The employer¡¯s approval is not required to change nomination details, members can use Aadhaar based e-sign to file the nominations. Nomination cannot be changed after the death of the EPF member.
EPFO issues new process for EPF accounts updation to correct name, Aadhaar, date of birth, 8 other details
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has issued a new circular on August 23, 2023, to standardise the process of correcting details in the EPF account. As per the new process, an EPF member can correct 11 details in her profile. The new circular has put the restrictions on number of times these 11 details can be corrected or updated.
How to make changes to EPF account details: Documents required to update, correct name, gender, date of birth, marital status
The Employees¡¯ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has issued new standard operating procedure (SOP) via a circular. The new SOP will allow the EPF member to update 11 profile-related parameters.
Is EPF e-nomination mandatory to partially withdraw money from EPFO accounts?
The Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) Advance Form, also known as Form 31, is typically used to submit a claim for a partial withdrawal or advance from the EPF account.
EDLI: How to make insurance claim under Employees¡¯ Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme, documents needed
EDLI works in tandem with the EPF and the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS). If an accident occurs during the individual's active service time, the nominee will get a lump-sum insurance pay-out.
Odisha Train Accident: EPFO relaxes norms for EDLI, pension claim, suggests alternatives to death certificate
The competent authority has decided to relax the necessity of a death certificate for EDLI and pension claims relating to deceased members who lost their lives in the train accident in Odisha in order to lessen hardship for family members.
Nominee for digital assets like Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google
There is no law in India to bequeath digital assets and none of the Succession Acts mention it too. However, if you have any such asset that you would like to protect or pass on to someone, you can write an informal document.
Don't forget to take this EPS pension certificate after leaving your current job
When an employee switches or leaves his/her current job, then one should transfer their exisitng EPF account with the new employer (provided new employer is covered under the EPF Act). While leaving the job, an employee should also get the this pension certificate for their records. Read on to know what this pension certificate is, why you should get it and how to get it.
EDLI insurance claims: EPFO clarifies on assurance benefits payable to Employees' Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme beneficiaries
It had stated that it has received complaints under the Employees' Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme (EDLI) where an employee has passed away while on the job and some offices are rejecting the claims on the grounds that the contribution was not received in the prior few days.
How nominee can file claim in EPF, EPS and EDLI online after death of an individual
Here is how nominees can file a claim for money in a deceased person's EPF, EPS and EDLI schemes' accounts online. Nominees should note that the Labour Ministry, via a notification dated April 28, 2021, has announced additional benefits under these schemes for members who have lost their lives due to novel coronavirus pandemic.
EPFO issues clarification on EDLI insurance claims
EDLI payments are being paid as a result of such Non-Contributory Period of Service (NCP) days.The EPFO has offered clarity on EDLI insurance claims.
How to file new nomination in EPF account online
Members of EPF can make changes to their existing EPF/EPS nominations by filing a new nomination. The new EPF/EPS nomination will take precedence over the previous one.
New income tax rules and other money related changes effective from April 1, 2022
The beginning of the new financial year marks the changes in the income tax rules and others money changes. It is important to know new income tax rules to plan your money moves for the financial year. Read on to know more about these 11 money changes for FY 2022-23.
What to do with Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID and other official documents after death of holder
Here is a look at how to deal with different government official documents such as PAN, Aadhaar, passport etc. of someone who has passed away. How long are they supposed to keep these? Further, can they surrender these documents to the institutions governing and issuing them? If not, then what should the legal heirs do with such official documents.
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