Hack of the day: File your EPFO e-nomination now

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Filing Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) e-nomination is mandatory to ensure your family can access your Provident Fund (PF), pension and insurance benefits in the event of an unforeseen situation. The process of filing e-nomonation is simple but important step that many salaried employees often overlook. Without it, claim settlement can become complicated and time-consuming. The good news is that the process is fully digital and takes only a few minutes. Users can file e-nomination through the EPFO portal using your UAN. Here’s a quick guide on why you should file your e-nomination and how to complete it without any hassle.


Step-by-step guide to file EPFO e-nomination


Step 1: Visit the EPFO member portal and log in with your UAN

Step 2: Open the ‘E-Nomination’ option under your profile or manage section

Step 3: Add your nominee details, relation, and share percentage

Step 4: Verify the nomination using OTP or the required authentication step

Step 5: Save the final submission and keep a record of the completed nomination



Note: Many people delay this until it is too late. Missing or outdated nomination details can make family claims slower and more difficult.