EPFO’s New Mobile App Ready: PF Withdrawals via UPI to Become Faster

Kokila Chokkanathan
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The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced that its new mobile application is now ready for launch, aiming to make Provident Fund (PF) withdrawals faster and more convenient. The app introduces a Unified Payments Interdata-face (UPI)-based withdrawal system, streamlining transactions for millions of subscribers across India.

Faster and Simpler PF Withdrawals

With the integration of UPI, EPF members can initiate and receive PF withdrawals directly through the mobile app, eliminating the need for lengthy paperwork or visits to EPFO offices. This is expected to significantly reduce processing times and improve user experience.

Key Features of the EPFO mobile App

  • UPI-based PF withdrawals for immediate transfers.
  • Unified dashboard to check PF balance, contribution history, and account status.
  • Digital verification using Aadhaar and mobile number for secure transactions.
  • Notifications and alerts for each transaction.
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The new app data-aligns with the government’s Digital india initiative, promoting cashless, transparent, and efficient services. EPFO officials stated that the app will also allow users to raise grievances, track claims, and download wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">digital PF statements seamlessly.

Rollout and Availability

The EPFO app is expected to be available for download on both Android and iOS platforms within the coming weeks. Subscribers are encouraged to update their KYC details and link UPI IDs in advance to benefit from the new features.

Impact on Subscribers

This upgrade is projected to simplify PF management for millions of employees and reduce dependency on traditional offline processes. Experts say that the UPI-enabled withdrawal option will make emergency fund access faster, enhancing financial convenience for subscribers.

 

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