EPFO DigiLocker update: Good news for PF members! EPFO services are now available on DigiLocker too, you will get all the details instantly

EPFO DigiLocker update: Now EPF passbook and pension related documents will be available directly in DigiLocker! EPFO has also launched a new digital facility, which has made UAN activation even easier. Know how you can get the complete PF history in just a few clicks.

EPFO DigiLocker update: Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has now made its services available on DigiLocker app. Employees using Android smartphones can now view PF balance and passbook from anywhere. Apart from this, documents like UAN card, pension payment order (PPO) and scheme certificate can also be accessed digitally.

Earlier the facility was only on UMANG app

Till now the facility to view PF passbook was only on UMANG app. But EPFO ​​told on 17 July 2025 on X (earlier Twitter) that Android users will now be able to get this information directly through DigiLocker. However, the use of UMANG app is still necessary for iOS users.

New option for UAN activation

EPFO informed in another update on July 18 that now UAN (Universal Account Number) verification can be done through face authentication through UMANG app. This process is easy, secure and completely digital.

UAN is necessary for ELI scheme

UAN activation is mandatory not only for EPFO services but also to avail the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme. Under this scheme launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the government aims to provide employment and skill training to four crore youth. A budget of ₹ 2 lakh crore has been fixed for this.

EPFO’s advice to its members

EPFO has appealed to all the members to activate their UAN and link Aadhaar to bank account so that full benefit of all digital services and ELI scheme can be availed. In case of not activating UAN, you will not be able to avail many important services of EPFO.

Process to activate UAN (through UMANG app)

  • Install and open UMANG app on your mobile.
  • Go to ‘EPFO’ service section.
  • Click on ‘UAN Activation’ option
  • Enter your UAN number, name, date of birth and registered mobile number.
  • Click on ‘Get OTP’ and proceed by entering the OTP.
  • Now select the option of ‘Face Authentication’.
  • The app will turn on the camera, scan your face as per the screen.
  • After successful verification, your UAN will be activated.

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