Adding Your Profile Picture To The EPF UAN Portal: A Step-By-Step Guide

In the realm of financial empowerment, the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation ( EPFO ) stands as a stalwart, established under the Employees' Provident Fund Act of 1956. The roots of the Employees' Provident Fund trace back to the historic promulgation of the Employees' Provident Funds Ordinance on November 15, 1951, eventually replaced by the Employees' Provident Funds Act, 1952.

Embarking on the journey of online e-nomination filing for your EPFO member ID demands a pivotal element – a profile photo. Attempting this process sans a profile picture triggers an error message, succinctly stating "unable to proceed." Beyond mere formality, adorning your EPF UAN portal with a profile picture not only elevates its aesthetic appeal but also streamlines the entire procedure. Dive into the following step-by-step guide to seamlessly upload your profile picture on the EPF UAN portal.

Essentials for Your Image:

1. Exclusive acceptance of photographs captured with a digital camera.
2. A prerequisite for the photograph to measure 3.5cm by 4.5cm before uploading.
3. A visible facial image covering 80 per cent of the photo, encompassing both ears.
4. Strict adherence to jpeg/jpg/png format for the image.
5. A cap on image size, not exceeding 100 KB.

Uploading Your Profile Picture on the EPF UAN Portal:

1. Step into the UAN portal by logging in.
2. Navigate to the menu, opt for "view," and then select "profile" from the dropdown.
3. Locate the option to change the profile photo on the left side of the window.
4. Click on "browse" to choose a photo from your computer or mobile device.
5. Preview your selected photograph and proceed to upload.
6. Confirm the upload by selecting "OK" once the process is complete.

In the ever-evolving landscape of financial frameworks, the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced the Universal Account Number (UAN) system, a distinctive identifier for its members. This UAN remains unwavering, even as members transition between different organisations while contributing to the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) scheme.

Activating Your UAN Online – A Seamless Journey:

1. it the EPFO Member portal at https://www.epfindia.gov.in.
2. On the right side of the screen under the "Important Links" section, click on "Activate UAN."
3. Provide your UAN number, name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number.
4. After inputting the necessary details, initiate the process by clicking the "Get Authorization Pin" button.
5. Receive an OTP (One-Time Password) on your mobile number.
6. Enter the received OTP to activate the UAN, simultaneously registering your mobile number with the EPF account.
7. Bask in the success of UAN activation, culminating in the receipt of a password on your registered mobile number for accessing your account.