EPFO Service History Errors: Steps Employees Should Take to Fix

EPFO is a retirement savings body that keeps records of the money workers save for their retirement.

After the EPFO updated its online portal, some workers noticed their records looked wrong.

A record might show a person working two jobs at the same time, or it might be missing a company they worked for.

Wrong records can cause problems when workers switch jobs or want to take out their own money.

The article tells workers what to check.

First, make sure all past jobs are linked to the same account number, called a UAN.

Second, check that the starting and leaving dates for each job match real documents.

Third, check that the passbook shows a contribution for every month worked.

Fourth, make sure personal details like Aadhaar, PAN, and bank account are verified.

If the record is wrong, workers may need to submit a special form called a joint declaration.

Older members usually need their employer to approve this form.