Wrong EPF Member ID Linked To UAN? How To Delink It - Steps

Struggling to access your EPF account? It can be because of wrong member ID linked to your UAN. The good news is that the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation ( EPFO ) has introduced a simple way to fix this issue online.

What’s the problem?

The Universal Account Number (UAN) is a 12-digit identifier that brings together all your EPF accounts. However, mistakes such as incorrect member IDs or multiple UANs can complicate things, making it difficult to track contributions or withdraw funds.

To resolve this, EPFO now allows employees to delink any wrongly associated member IDs through an easy online process.

What you need to do before delinking

Before beginning the process, ensure that your Aadhaar -linked mobile number is active and accessible, as it will be required for OTP verification. Additionally, take the time to carefully review and verify your details to avoid any further errors during the delinking process.

How to delink the wrong member ID

• Visit the EPFO Member Portal. Log in using your UAN, password, and captcha code.
• After logging in, head to the “View” menu and select “Service History.” This will display all the member IDs linked to your UAN.
• Identify the incorrect member ID and the “Delink” option next to it.
• A pop-up will appear asking for confirmation. “OK” to proceed.
• On the next page, select why you want to delink the ID.
• Tick the required consent boxes and request an OTP, which will be sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. Enter the OTP to complete the process.
• Once verified, you’ll see a success message, and the delinked ID will no longer appear in your service history.

EPFO reports membership spike

The latest payroll data from EPFO shows positive trends in employment and membership growth. In November 2024, net additions reached 14.63 lakh members, marking a 9.07% rise from October 2024 and a 4.88% increase compared to November 2023. Notably, new female members saw significant growth of 14.94% month-on-month and 23.62% year-on-year. The youth demographic (18-25 age group) constituted over 54% of new members, reflecting a surge in first-time job seekers joining the organized workforce. Among states, Maharashtra led with 20.86% of net member additions, while states like Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Haryana, and Gujarat also contributed significantly.