{"id":11268,"date":"2026-01-03T07:41:21","date_gmt":"2026-01-03T07:41:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/?p=11268"},"modified":"2026-04-15T07:02:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T07:02:28","slug":"what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a UAN Number and How to Activate It Online?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are a salaried employee in India, managing your Provident Fund (PF) becomes easier once you understand the UAN system. The UAN number connects all your PF accounts across different jobs and helps you access EPF services online without depending entirely on your employer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you want to check your PF balance, transfer funds, or withdraw money, knowing what is UAN number and completing the UAN activation process is essential. This article explains what UAN is, how to activate UAN online, how to find your UAN number, and the possible errors you might encounter during UAN activation.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#What_is_UAN\" >What is UAN?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#How_to_Activate_Your_UAN_Number_Online\" >How to Activate Your UAN Number Online?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#Steps_to_Activate_UAN_Online_Through_the_UMANG_App\" >Steps to Activate UAN Online Through the UMANG App<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#How_to_Find_Your_UAN_Number\" >How to Find Your UAN Number?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#1_Through_Your_Employer\" >1. Through Your Employer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#2_Through_Salary_Slip\" >2. Through Salary Slip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#3_Through_the_UAN_Portal\" >3. Through the UAN Portal<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#Possible_Issues_During_UAN_Activation\" >Possible Issues During UAN Activation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#Getting_Started_and_Planning_Ahead\" >Getting Started and Planning Ahead<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#FAQs_on_UAN_Number\" >FAQs on UAN Number<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#1_What_is_the_importance_of_UAN\" >1. What is the importance of UAN?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#2_Can_I_activate_my_UAN_number_offline\" >2. Can I activate my UAN number offline?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#3_How_long_does_it_take_to_activate_UAN\" >3. How long does it take to activate UAN?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#4_Can_I_give_my_old_UAN_to_my_new_employer\" >4. Can I give my old UAN to my new employer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#5_What_is_a_UAN_number\" >5. What is a UAN number?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/investment-guide\/what-is-uan-number-and-how-to-activate-it-online\/#6_How_to_activate_the_UAN_number\" >6. How to activate the UAN number?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_UAN\"><\/span><b>What is UAN?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAN, or Universal Account Number, is a 12-digit unique identification number issued by the Employees\u2019 Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). It remains the same throughout your working life, even when you change jobs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each time you switch employers, a new <a href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-market\/fixed-income-securities-bonds-fds-ppf-bond-etf-which-one-to-choose\/\">PF<\/a> member ID is created and linked to your existing UAN. This allows you to manage multiple PF accounts under one umbrella, making PF transfers, withdrawals, and balance checks simpler through the EPFO portal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Activate_Your_UAN_Number_Online\"><\/span><b>How to Activate Your UAN Number Online?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before using the EPFO portal to access any online EPF services, you must register and activate your UAN. Earlier, UAN activation was permitted through the EPFO member portal. However, this service has been discontinued.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From 1 August 2025, EPFO requires the UAN activation process to be completed only through Aadhaar-based face authentication using the UMANG app. Here\u2019s are some prerequisites for UAN activation through the UMANG App:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must have a valid Aadhaar number<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must have access to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number for OTP verification<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must install the Aadhaar Face RD app<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Activate_UAN_Online_Through_the_UMANG_App\"><\/span><b>Steps to Activate UAN Online Through the UMANG App<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a quick guide on how to activate your UAN online:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Step 1: Download the UAN App &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Go to the App Store or Google Play Store and download the UMANG app.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Step 2: Open UMANG &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Select \u2018EPFO services\u2019. Go to the \u2018UAN Activation\u2019 option which is listed under \u2018UAN Services Through Face Auth\u2019.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Step 3: Enter Details &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Provide the following details:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your UAN number<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your Aadhaar number<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your Aadhaar-linked mobile number<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will have a consent box for Aadhaar validation. Tick it.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Step 4: OTP Verification &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Click on the \u2018Send OTP\u2019 option. Then:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Install the Aadhaar Face RD App (if prompted)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Input the OTP sent on your registered phone number<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Step 5: System Validation &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The system verifies the link between your UAN and Aadhaar via the EPFO database.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Step 6: Face Authentication &#8211;<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tick the consent checkbox<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tap the \u201cFace Authentication\u201d option<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your face scan will be completed using UIDAI authentication<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Step 7: UAN Activation &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Once verified, the system activates your UAN and:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sends the UAN and a temporary password to you via SMS<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It also updates your address and photo in EPFO records<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Find_Your_UAN_Number\"><\/span><b>How to Find Your UAN Number?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To activate your UAN number, you need to know what this unique 12-digit number is. Here\u2019s how you can find your UAN number:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Through_Your_Employer\"><\/span><b>1. Through Your Employer<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your employer generates your UAN when enrolling you under EPF. You can ask your HR or payroll department for your UAN details.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Through_Salary_Slip\"><\/span><b>2. Through Salary Slip<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many employers mention the UAN number on monthly salary slips. Checking older slips can help you locate it easily.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Through_the_UAN_Portal\"><\/span><b>3. Through the UAN Portal<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can retrieve your UAN online. Steps for the same are listed below:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select the \u2018Know Your UAN\u2019 option on the EPFO portal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on \u2018Get Started\u2019<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter your mobile number, preferred ID proof (Aadhaar\/PAN\/member ID), ID proof number<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Input the captcha and click \u2018Send OTP &amp; Verify\u2019 to view your UAN number<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Possible_Issues_During_UAN_Activation\"><\/span><b>Possible Issues During UAN Activation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a list of some common issues you may face during UAN activation and how to tackle them:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Invalid UAN or Aadhaar Details:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If the UAN number or Aadhaar details entered do not match EPFO records, an error message is displayed. You may need to re-enter the correct information as per official records.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>OTP Failure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> OTP issues can occur due to network problems or incorrect mobile numbers. In such cases, you can request the OTP again and retry the verification process.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Face Authentication Failure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Face authentication may fail due to poor lighting, camera issues or Aadhaar photo mismatch. You can retry the process or contact support if the issue continues.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Aadhaar\u2013UAN Mismatch:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If Aadhaar details are not properly linked with your UAN, the system may stop the activation process. This requires updating Aadhaar details with EPFO before proceeding. You can do this through the EPFO portal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Temporary System Errors:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At times, portal or app-related issues may occur due to maintenance or high traffic. Retrying after some time usually resolves the issue.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_Started_and_Planning_Ahead\"><\/span><b>Getting Started and Planning Ahead<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The UAN number helps you manage all your PF accounts in one place, even after changing jobs. The UAN activation process through the UMANG app involves only a few easy steps and can be completed in minutes. Once completed, you can access EPFO services such as checking PF balance, transferring funds and submitting withdrawal requests through the App.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While EPF is an important tool for building retirement savings, relying on a single option may limit flexibility. That\u2019s where <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GoldenPi<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> comes in. You can visit the platform to explore various fixed-income options like FDs, bonds, and NCDs to build a diversified portfolio.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_UAN_Number\"><\/span><b>FAQs on UAN Number<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_importance_of_UAN\"><\/span><b>1. What is the importance of UAN?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAN acts as a single reference for all your PF accounts, making it easier to track balances, transfer funds, and access EPFO services online.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Can_I_activate_my_UAN_number_offline\"><\/span><b>2. Can I activate my UAN number offline?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, UAN activation can only be completed online through the UMANG App. You need to download the app and follow the instructions to complete the Aadhaar-based face authentication process to activate your UAN.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_long_does_it_take_to_activate_UAN\"><\/span><b>3. How long does it take to activate UAN?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAN activation usually happens immediately after OTP verification. Login details are sent to your registered mobile number.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Can_I_give_my_old_UAN_to_my_new_employer\"><\/span><b>4. Can I give my old UAN to my new employer?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you should share your existing UAN with your new employer so that your new PF member ID gets linked to the same UAN.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_a_UAN_number\"><\/span><strong>5. What is a UAN number?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Universal Account Number (UAN) is a unique 12-digit number issued by the Employees&#8217; Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to every EPF member. It links multiple PF accounts across employers under one ID.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_to_activate_the_UAN_number\"><\/span><strong>6. How to activate the UAN number?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To activate your UAN, visit the EPFO Member Portal of the Employees&#8217; Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). Click Activate UAN, enter UAN, Aadhaar, and other personal details. Lastly, generate an authorisation PIN and enter OTP. Once validated, you will receive the login password on your registered mobile number instantly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Disclaimer:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This information is for general information purposes only. GoldenPi makes no guarantee on the accuracy of the data provided here; the information displayed is subject to change and is provided on an as-is basis. Nothing contained herein is intended to or shall be deemed to be investment advice, implied or otherwise. Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks. Read all the offer-related documents carefully before investing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fixed Deposit schemes are regulated by the Reserve Bank of India. GoldenPi Securities Private Limited is a registered debt broker and acts as a distributor and not as a manufacturer of the product.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Latest Updated: 23-02-2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are a salaried employee in India, managing your Provident Fund (PF) becomes easier once you understand the UAN system. 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