A major update from Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation has changed how employees activate their UAN (Universal Account Number).

👉 Now, UAN activation can ONLY be done through the UMANG App — not on the EPFO website anymore.

This change is part of a digital upgrade to make the process faster, safer, and error-free.

🔍 What Has Changed?

• ❌ UAN activation via EPFO website → Removed
• ✅ Activation via UMANG app → Mandatory
• 🔐 New method includes Aadhaar + OTP + Face Authentication

Since August 2025, EPFO has made it compulsory to use UMANG with Face Authentication Technology (FAT) for both UAN generation and activation.

📲 How to Activate UAN on UMANG App (Step-by-Step)

Follow these simple steps:

1️⃣ Download & Open App

• Install UMANG App from Play Store/App Store
• Login or register with mobile number

2️⃣ Go to EPFO Services

• Search EPFO inside the app
• Click on “UAN Allotment and Activation”

3️⃣ Enter Required Details

Fill in:

• UAN number (if already allotted)
• Aadhaar number
• Mobile number

👉 Give consent for Aadhaar verification

4️⃣ Verify with OTP

• Enter OTP received on your mobile
• System verifies your details

5️⃣ Complete Face Authentication (Important)

• Use Aadhaar Face RD App for face scan
• This step confirms your identity securely

6️⃣ UAN Activated 🎉

• You’ll receive:
  • Confirmation SMS
  • Temporary password
• Now you can log in to EPFO services

📌 The entire process is digital and takes just a few minutes.

📋 What You Need Before Activation

Keep these ready:

• Aadhaar card
• Registered mobile number
• UAN (if already generated)
• Smartphone with camera (for face verification)

❗ Why This Change Matters

✅ Benefits

• Faster and fully digital process
• No dependency on employer
• More accurate data (less errors)
• Instant access to PF services

⚠️ Challenges

• Requires smartphone + internet
• Face authentication may fail in poor lighting
• Some users reported app issues earlier

💡 Why UAN Activation is Important

Without activating your UAN, you cannot:

• Check PF balance
• Download passbook
• File PF withdrawal claims
• Update KYC details

👉 In short: No activation = No EPF services

🚀 Final Takeaway

The shift to the UMANG App makes UAN activation simpler but mandatory through mobile only.

👉 If your UAN is still not activated, don’t wait —
complete the process now to avoid issues with PF access.

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