EPFO Update: Facing trouble logging into the EPFO website to check your PF balance? You’re not alone. With the EPF Passbook portal often experiencing high traffic or technical issues, many users are unable to access their PF details online. But the good news is that the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has made it incredibly simple to check your PF balance — and you don’t even need an app, internet, or login to do it.
Thanks to EPFO’s missed call and SMS services, crores of salaried employees can now keep tabs on their Provident Fund (PF) anytime, anywhere — even without a smartphone.
How to Check PF Balance via Missed Call
This is by far the easiest and free method to check your EPF balance.
Just follow these steps:
- Give a missed call to 9966044425 from your registered mobile number.
- The call will automatically disconnect after two rings — no charges apply.
- Within seconds, you’ll receive an SMS with your latest PF balance and last contribution details.
Important prerequisites:
- Your mobile number must be linked with your UAN.
- At least one of these KYC details should be updated in your EPFO account:
Check PF Balance Through SMS — In Your Preferred Language
If you’re more comfortable with text messages or want your PF details in your native language, EPFO has you covered.
Steps to check PF balance via SMS:
- Type this message:
EPFOHO UAN ENG - Send it to 7738299899 from your registered mobile number
Here, UAN is your 12-digit Universal Account Number, and ENG is the language code for English. You can replace “ENG” with other language codes:
| Language | Code |
|---|---|
| Hindi | HIN |
| Marathi | MAR |
| Tamil | TAM |
| Telugu | TEL |
| Bengali | BEN |
| Gujarati | GUJ |
| Punjabi | PUN |
| Kannada | KAN |
| Malayalam | MAL |
You’ll receive an SMS showing your PF balance, last contribution, and KYC status — all in the language of your choice.
Why the EPFO Website Might Not Work
Users often face login issues on the EPF Passbook portal (passbook.epfindia.gov.in) due to:
- Server overload during peak hours
- Scheduled maintenance or updates
- Incorrect UAN or password entries
- Unlinked Aadhaar, PAN, or bank details
- Using an outdated browser or uncleared cache
That’s why these offline methods are a lifesaver, especially when you just want to know your balance quickly.
How to Activate UAN for EPFO Services
If your UAN isn’t activated yet, follow these steps:
- Go to: https://unifiedportal-mem.epfindia.gov.in/memberinterface
- Click on “Activate UAN”
- Enter your UAN, name, date of birth, mobile number, and captcha
- Submit the OTP you receive and set your password
Once your UAN is active, you can start using EPFO’s missed call and SMS services immediately.
How to Update KYC for Seamless Access
- Log in at the EPFO Member Portal
- Go to ‘Manage’ > ‘KYC’
- Add or update your Aadhaar, PAN, and bank account details
- Click ‘Save’ and wait for employer approval