The process of claiming one’s provident fund from the Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has become much easier now. The government is constantly trying to improve the efficiency of EPFO.
Now EPFO has introduced Umang App from which the EPF account holder can claim the amount along with viewing the passbook of his account.
The Umang App also allows users to get information related to the claim status. Here’s how to download the App online.
How To Download UMANG App?
To download the Umang app, the user has to give a missed call on this number 9718397183.
After this, a link to download the Umang app will be received by the user on the mobile phone. This link will be directed to the Play Store for Android user and App Store for Apple iPhone users.
People can also download the app straight from the Play Store and App Store accordingly.
Advantages of UMANG App
The Umang app can also be downloaded by visiting the official website of EPFO and scanning the QR code.
With the help of the app, not only EPFO but PAN card, Aadhar card, gas booking, mobile bill payment, electricity bill payment services can also be made.
However, It is mandatory for the user to have an active UAN number in order to use the Umang app. Apart from this, the user’s mobile number should be registered with the EPFO.
How to Check Status Of EPFO?
After downloading the Umang app, click on the option of EPFO in the app. After this, from the option of employee-related services, general services and pension services, the user can click on the option according to his need. People can view user passbook on employee and employer-related options.
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