EPFO services launched on WhatsApp:Users can access 5 new transactions; balances of up to ₹1,000 in inactive EPF accounts to be settled automatically

Union Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya launched EPFO services on WhatsApp. EPF subscribers will now be able to check their PF balance, five new transactions and passbook details through EPFO’s verified WhatsApp service. The service will also provide personalised guidance and assistance for needs related to PMVBRY. This will make everyday services available on mobile phones and reduce the need to visit EPFO offices. At the 74th EPFO Foundation Day event, Mandaviya also launched a facility for the automatic settlement of inactive EPF accounts. Subscribers will not need to file a separate claim if such Aadhaar-verified accounts have a balance of up to ₹1,000. EPFO services on WhatsApp According to a statement from the Labour Ministry, subscribers will be able to check their PF balance and five new transactions through EPFO’s verified WhatsApp service. They will also be able to access their passbook details. The service will be available on a verified mobile platform. This will reduce the need to visit EPFO offices for routine tasks. Automatic Settlement of Inactive Accounts Separate claims will not have to be filed for Aadhaar-verified inactive EPF accounts with balances of up to ₹1,000. EPFO will begin the settlement process after verifying the identity and bank account through the prescribed procedure. The money will then be transferred to the bank accounts. Around one lakh accounts are expected to benefit from this. These accounts have a combined balance of ₹5 crore. Seven Publications Released on Foundation Day Seven publications were also released at the ceremony. They reflected EPFO’s commitment to knowledge creation, institutional learning, legal awareness and sensitive administration. Mandaviya said that over its 74-year journey, EPFO had emerged as a trusted institution for the country’s workers. He said the public’s trust in the organisation was reflected in the ₹32 lakh crore fund accumulated through contributions from more than 8 crore members.