Introduction
This letter is to request a correction to my date of birth as it appears on my Employee Provident Fund (EPF) records. I have recently discovered that the date of birth on my EPF records is incorrect and I would like to have it corrected to the correct date. I understand that this is a necessary step in order to ensure that my EPF records are accurate and up to date. I have included the necessary documents to support my request and I am confident that the correction will be made in a timely manner. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Date of Birth Correction in EPF Request Letter Format
To
The Regional Provident Fund Commissioner
[Address]
Subject: Request for Correction of Date of Birth in EPF Account
Sir/Madam,
I am [Name], holder of EPF Account Number [Account Number]. I am writing this letter to request for correction of my date of birth in my EPF account.
The date of birth mentioned in my EPF account is [Current Date of Birth], which is incorrect. The correct date of birth is [Correct Date of Birth].
I have enclosed the following documents as proof of my correct date of birth:
1. Copy of Birth Certificate
2. Copy of PAN Card
3. Copy of Aadhar Card
I request you to kindly make the necessary corrections in my EPF account and update the correct date of birth.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
[Name]
If your date of birth is wrong in your EPF account and the difference is less than 3 years then you can correct your DOB in PF online in the UAN portal using your Aadhar number. But if the difference is above 10 years then you need to submit/upload a PF joint declaration form, and a request letter to correct your DOB and supporting documents.
EPF accounts in which the date of birth is more than 3 years different when compared to the actual DOB of the person then Aadhar is not enough, you have to submit the other date of birth proofs to the PF office.
Know how to fill PF joint declaration form.
EPF Date of Birth Correction Required Documents
You need to submit any one of the following documents along with PF joint declaration form, request letter, and Aadhar.
| S No | Documents |
| 1 | Birth Certificate issued by registrar of births and deaths. |
| 2 | Any school or education related certificate. |
| 3 | Passport |
| 4 | Certificate based on service records of PSU or Government |
| 5 | Any other reliable documents issued by the government. |
| 6 | Medical certificate by civil surgeon. |
EPF Date of Birth Correction Letter Format
To
The EPF Regional Office,
Barkatputra,
Hyderabad,
Telangana 500027.
Sub: Request for DOB correction, Ref UAN: 100071XXX998
Respected Sir/Madam,
I, Ayisetti Ramarao, worked at Jagathi Publications Ltd (Sakshi), Visakhapatnam from 01/06/2013 to 10/05/2019.
With due respect, I am writing this letter for correction of my date of birth in my PF account associated with UAN: 00071XXX998, and PF member ID: APHYD0059903000000XXX9.
My actual date of birth is 01/01/1951, but in my PF records, my DOB is mentioned as 01/07/1961.
Hence the difference in my actual DOB and PF is almost 10 yrs., I couldn’t able to correct it online on the UAN member portal.
Here I am attaching all the required documents like PF joint declaration form, my Aadhar card and date of birth certificate copies for your verification and kindly correct my date of birth to 01/01/1951.
I shall be grateful to you in this matter.
Thanking you.
Yours Faithfully,
Ayisetti Ramarao.
Mobile No: 95020XXXX7.
FAQs
Can I correct the EPF date of birth online for the above 3 years difference?
Yes, you can correct it, for that you need to upload any one of the above mentioned documents along with PF joint declaration form and request letter.
(You will find the upload option under basic details section in UAN portal, after entering your date of birth details)
How much time will it take to correct the date of birth in EPF?
It will take a maximum of 30 days to correct the wrong date of birth in EPF accounts.
What to do if my date of birth doesn’t correct even after 30 days?
Raise a grievance on the EPF portal, they will solve your problem (or) they will tell you why the process is delayed.
Also Read
Date of Birth Correction in EPF Request Letter Format
If you need to make a correction to your date of birth in your EPF account, you must submit a request letter to the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). The letter should include your name, EPF account number, and the correct date of birth. It should also include a copy of your identity proof, such as a birth certificate, passport, or PAN card.
The following is a sample request letter for date of birth correction in EPF:
To,
The Regional Provident Fund Commissioner,
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation,
[Address]
Subject: Request for Date of Birth Correction in EPF Account
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am [Name], holder of EPF account number [Account Number]. I would like to request a correction to my date of birth in my EPF account.
The correct date of birth is [Date of Birth]. I have enclosed a copy of my identity proof, such as a birth certificate, passport, or PAN card, for your reference.
I would be grateful if you could make the necessary changes to my EPF account. I look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
[Name]
