UMANG App Now Required For Generating And Activating EPFO UAN: Here’s How To Use It

Starting from August 1, 2025, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) says that all Universal Account Number (UAN) allotment and activation will only be possible via the UMANG app and only using Aadhaar-based Face Authentication Technology (FAT). This applies to new and existing members of EPF (excluding international workers and Nepalese or Bhutanese citizens). The move is meant to make EPF onboarding faster, safer, and independent of employers.

What’s New and Who’s Affected?

• A mandatory digital route now restricts the generation and activation of UAN to UMANG with FAT.
• International workers and citizens of Nepal or Bhutan can still generate UAN via their employer.

Benefits of Using UMANG App

• Instant and secure: Face authentication ensures error‑free Aadhaar validation and instant activation – your UAN is activated as soon as it’s generated.
• Self‑service convenience: No need for employers or EPFO visits. Once activated, you can immediately access services such as viewing EPF passbook, performing KYC, and filing claims.

How to Generate or Activate Your UAN via UMANG

1. Download the UMANG app as well as the Aadhaar Face RD app.
2. Open UMANG and go to “UAN Allotment and Activation”.
3. Enter your Aadhaar number, Aadhaar‑linked mobile number, and check the consent box.
4. Tap “Send OTP”, verify the OTP, and install Face RD app if prompted.
5. Choose Face Authentication, allow facial scan.
6. If you don’t already have a UAN, one will be generated and sent via SMS.
7. If you have an existing UAN not activated, you can activate it the same way. A temporary password is sent once authentication succeeds.

Who Benefits and What’s Next?

This update represents a significant step in EPFO’s digitization journey – moving to a secure, transparent, and employer-free UAN activation process for millions of users. For employers and HR teams, this means managing internal processes differently. For members, this means quicker access to EPFO services.