Introduction
If you have recently applied for an online PF withdrawal claim and it has been rejected, it can be a frustrating experience. However, there are steps you can take to ensure that your claim is approved. This article will provide you with information on what to do if your online PF withdrawal claim is rejected. It will cover the reasons why your claim may have been rejected, the steps you can take to rectify the issue, and the documents you may need to provide in order to get your claim approved.
What to do if Online PF Withdrawal Claim Rejected
If your online PF withdrawal claim is rejected, you should first check the reason for the rejection. You can do this by logging into your UAN portal and checking the status of your claim. If the reason for rejection is not clear, you should contact your employer or the EPFO office to get more information. If the rejection is due to incorrect information or documents, you should update the information or submit the correct documents and resubmit the claim. If the rejection is due to any other reason, you should contact the EPFO office to get more information and take the necessary steps to resolve the issue.
There are mainly Two reasons for rejection of online PF claims of the employees. They are incorrect bank account details and the second one is the non submission of PF form 15G or PAN for claims more than 50000 Rs in below 5yrs of service.
Online EPF Claim Rejection Reasons
Two main reasons for rejection of online PF claims
- Incorrect bank account details
- Non-submission of form 15G (For online claims not linking PAN)
When compared with offline EPF claims there is less possibility for rejection of online claims. Because the online claim process is possible only when all the details of employees are correct. Otherwise, they can’t able to link their Aadhar number and other KYC details with UAN number.
When UAN is not linked with KYC then it is not possible to claim PF online. So in maximum cases, online claims don’t get rejected. As we discussed earlier there are only Two reasons for not getting PF claim online, they are incorrect bank account details and not linking PAN.
Whenever your PF claim amount is more than 50000 Rs and when you are withdrawing it in less than 5yrs of service then you need to link your PAN with UAN, otherwise tax will deduct from your claim amount. In order to prevent tax deduction, EPFO rejects your claim. So, in this case, link your PAN with your UAN.
In that case, you need correct your bank account details and again apply for EPF claim.
Also read: How to change bank account details in UAN
Rejection reasons in offline PF claims
There are several reasons for rejection of offline PF claims, which includes improperly filled PF claim forms, data mismatch in KYC and UAN member portal, the mismatch in authorized officers signature, and the main reason wrong basic details in PF portal like name of the member, relationship details, DOB, DOJ, DOE etc.
What to do if online PF withdrawal claim rejected:
If your online claim is rejected due to incorrect bank account details like bank a/c number and IFSC code then correct your bank account details and again claim for the PF amount.
Whenever your online PF claim is rejected due to non-submission of PF form 15G and PAN then you need to link your PAN with your UAN and ask your employer to approve PAN number with the digital signature. For online claims, there is no need to submit to form 15G.
When your offline PF claim is rejected due to any of the above reasons then correct it and reapply for your claim again
Also read: What is PF Reauthorization Form
What to do if Online PF Withdrawal Claim Rejected
If you have submitted an online PF withdrawal claim and it has been rejected, it can be a frustrating experience. However, there are steps you can take to ensure that your claim is accepted and your money is released.
Check the Status of Your Claim
The first step is to check the status of your claim. You can do this by logging into your EPFO account and checking the status of your claim. If the status is “Rejected”, you will need to take further action.
Find Out the Reason for Rejection
Once you have checked the status of your claim, you should find out the reason for the rejection. This can be done by contacting the EPFO office or by checking the rejection letter. The rejection letter will provide details of the reason for the rejection and what you need to do to rectify the issue.
Correct the Error
Once you have identified the reason for the rejection, you will need to correct the error. This could involve providing additional documents or information, or making changes to the form. Once the error has been corrected, you can resubmit your claim.
Contact the EPFO Office
If you are still having difficulty getting your claim accepted, you can contact the EPFO office. They will be able to provide advice and assistance in getting your claim accepted. They may also be able to provide additional information or documents that you need to submit.
Seek Professional Help
If you are still having difficulty getting your claim accepted, you may want to seek professional help. There are a number of professionals who specialize in helping people with their PF withdrawal claims. They can provide advice and assistance in getting your claim accepted.
Conclusion
If your online PF withdrawal claim has been rejected, it is important to take action to rectify the issue. You should check the status of your claim, find out the reason for the rejection, correct the error, contact the EPFO office, and seek professional help if necessary. By taking these steps, you can ensure that your claim is accepted and your money is released.
