How to Check EPF Balance through SMS - 2025
A provident fund is a type of financial security asset that serves as a reliable and controlled investment option for employees' post-retirement needs.
Periodically throughout their work, people make PF contributions that can be withdrawn at job termination or significant life events like marriage and serious illness.
In both the private and public sectors, EPF is a perfect investment option for the working class' retirement fund.
For more information, Check out related articles: EPFO Login, UAN Login, EPF Claim Status & PF Passbook
Checking your Employees' Provident Fund EPF balance can now be done without having to visit the EPFO office. You can check your balance by sending an SMS to the number given below. It can also be done by using the missed call facility.
The SMS facility is available on a 24x7 basis and is supported in English as well as several regional languages.
EPFOHO UAN ENG |
English, Hindi, Telugu, Punjabi, Gujarati, Marathi, Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada, and Bengali |
Yes |
Do note the following points:
- SMS should be sent from a registered mobile number.
- EPFO sends balance details of the member and last PF contribution along with KYC details.
- For initial users, you are required to login to EPFO portal and provide details.
- You are required to type the first three letters of your preferred language in the SMS as per the format mentioned.
Remember that you may not receive the message in the event that your Aadhaar, PAN and bank account were digitally approved and provided by the employer. Therefore, if you do not receive the SMS then contact your current employer immediately.
For initial users, you would require to login to EPFO and provide details. As of October 2015, EPFO has also started balance checking facility of EPF through cell phones. This means that there is no requirement of logging in to EPFO portal and provide details.
Remember that you may not receive the message in the case that your Aadhaar, PAN and bank account were digitally approved and provided by the employer. Therefore if you do not receive the SMS then contact your current employer immediately.
The following are the benefits of SMS Service:
- Convenience: You do not have to login on the portal after initial activation to check balance.
- User friendly: Most of the people have access to mobile and know how to use it.
- No language barrier: This service is also available in regional languages.
- Quick service: Checking balance through SMS is not time consuming, you can do it on the go
Language Code for PF Balance Request
English | ENG |
Hindi | HIN |
Bengali | BEN |
Gujarati | GUJ |
Marathi | MAR |
Punjabi | PUN |
Tamil | TAM |
Telugu | TEL |
FAQs on EPF Balance through SMS
- How can I check my EPF balance through missed call?
Yes, you can check your EPF balance by giving a missed call on 011-22901406 from your registered mobile number.
- How long after the Universal Account Number (UAN) registration can individuals start getting their EPF balance via SMS?
Individuals can get their EPF balance via SMS 48 hours after the registration of their UAN on the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) portal.
- Are employers allowed to join the PF?
No, employers are not allowed to join the PF.
- Is it mandatory for individuals to register their mobile number on the EPFO portal to receive their EPF balance via SMS?
Individuals can receive their EPF balance via SMS only after they have linked their mobile number on the UAN portal.
- From where can individuals get their UAN?
Individuals can get their UAN from their employers or it can be found on the salary slip.
- Is it possible for apprentices to become EPF members?
No, apprentices cannot become EPF members. However, once they stop being an apprentice, they can be enrolled to become an EPF member.
- Whom should individuals contact regarding UAN and Know Your Customer (KYC) queries?
Regarding UAN and KYC queries, individuals can call EPFO Toll Free No. 1800 118 005.
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