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UAN/EPFO Basics For New Joiners: Kya Hai, Kyu Important Hai
09 March 2026•7 min read•Sarkari Afsar Editorial
Private ya contract roles me joining ke time UAN/EPFO related terms aate hain, aur first-time candidates confuse ho jate hain. UAN ek universal account identifier type hota hai jisse aapka PF account track hota hai, aur KYC linking future withdrawals/transfer me help karta hai. Common issues me name/DOB mismatch, mobile linkage problems, aur KYC pending aata hai. Is post me aapko UAN/EPFO ka high-level concept, KYC readiness, aur issue prevention tips milenge.
1. UAN/EPFO Basics
- UAN ka purpose: PF accounts ko one identity se link karna
- Employer contributions aur service history tracking
- KYC importance for smooth verification
2. KYC Readiness Checklist
- Name/DOB consistency across Aadhaar/PAN/bank
- Active mobile number for OTP-based flows
- Bank account details correct (IFSC/account number)
3. Common Problems & Fix Direction
Mismatch issues mostly data consistency se solve hote hain—pehle primary document standardize karein, phir updates initiate karein as per official process.
Any SMS/email asking for OTP/PIN outside official portal ko ignore karein, aur only official channels se actions lein.