14 October 2015
off line mode ************** The EPFO also also introduced a revised Form 13 (for fund transfer) in July 2013. You can submit it either to your present or to your previous employer. Earlier, you had to submit the form to your present employer. Choosing the previous employer saves time.
on line mode ************* EPFO introduces a new system to facilitate online submission of transfer claims by Members with an objective to make the transfer process transparent,efficient and comfortable for your employees. A member has an option to submit his claim either through his present employer or the previous one.
Step 1: Go to the EPFO website, epfindia.com. Step 2: The home page will show a section called 'online transfer claim portal'. Click on it. Step 3: Before logging in, check if you can apply online. If not, you will have to submit a physical copy of Form 13 to either your present or your previous employer. Step 4: After checking the eligibility, log in and go to the claims section. There, click on 'request for transfer of funds'.
Step 5: Form 13 will open. Fill your PF numbers with both previous and current employers and click on 'click here to get details'. The name and address of the establishment, the PF account held by the EPFO and your name will appear on the screen. Step 6: Your date of joining, date of leaving and father/spouse's name also appear. This is to make sure that the money is transferred to the right account. Step 7: You will be asked if you want to get the claim attested through your previous employer or your present employer Step 8: You will have to type the characters shown in the text box and click on "Get Pin". You will then have to agree to the declaration in the form by clicking on "I Agree". Step 9: Enter the PIN received on the registered mobile. The application is submitted. Step 10: Tracking ID is generated. Step 11: The form will be saved in the system. You have to take a printout of its PDF version, sign it and submit it to the employer within 15 days. Step 12: Note down the contact details of people authorised to sign on the form. These are shown after the form is submitted. Step 13: Present and previous employers will verify your details electronically. Step 14: Once approval comes from both employers, funds are credited to the member's account by the EPFO branch office. Step 15: The employer plays an important role in this process by verifying the authenticity and signature of the employee.
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