EPFO WhatsApp service launched: Check direct number, available services and how to avail them

New Delhi: On occasion of  74th Foundation Day of EPFO, Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya launched Automatic Transfer of EPF Balances in Inoperative Accounts, inaugurated the second phase of EPFO Head Office and launched EPFO Services on WhatsApp.

These initiatives mark significant milestones in EPFO’s journey towards simplified services, enhanced accessibility and a seamless digital experience for its members, EPFO has tweeted.

EPFO WhatsApp direct number

EPFO subscribers can avail the WhatsApp services on +918796441800.

"EPFO Services on WhatsApp Launched! Check your EPF Balance, view your last 5 transactions and download your Passbook with just a WhatsApp message. Scan the QR Code or say Hi at +91 8796441800," EPFO wrote on X.

EPFO subscribers can use the following core services using WhatsApp

PF Balance Checking: You can view real time total balance in your EPF account

EPF Passbook: You can download or retrieve statement details from your EPFO passbook

Latest Transactions: You can view your PF account information and your last five transactions

PMVBRY Assistance: You can get full guidance and support for the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat scheme

How to avail EPFO WhatsApp service

EPFO subscribers will have to save the official number +918796441800 into their smartphone. To start a chat, open WhatsApp and send the message "Hi". Users will also need to authenticate the session using the identity verification/OTP process. This will be sent to their registered mobile number on Universal Account Number (UAN).
 

EPFO wage ceiling hiked to Rs 25,000

The Union Cabinet recently approved the proposal to enhance the wage ceiling for mandatory coverage under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 per month.

The EPFO wage ceiling remained unchanged throughout the decade from 2004 to 2014, before being substantially enhanced to Rs 15,000 in September 2014.