Mandatory UAN Allotment via UMANG App using Face Authentication | Compliance Update

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Mandatory Allotment and Activation of UAN through UMANG App using Face Authentication

Effective Date: 1st August 2025 | Category: EPFO Compliance Update

EPFO’s New Mandate on UAN Generation

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced a major update in the UAN generation process. Starting 1st August 2025, all Universal Account Numbers (UAN) must be allotted and activated via the UMANG App using Aadhaar-based Face Authentication Technology (FAT). This initiative aims to enhance security and streamline UAN activation for employees.

Who is Covered Under This Mandate?

All new employees joining on or after 1st July 2025 must generate and activate their UAN through the UMANG App.
Employer-based UAN generation will be allowed only for:
- International Workers
- Citizens of Nepal and Bhutan

Action Required by Employers

Employers must ensure that all new joinees are informed about this requirement and have successfully generated their UAN before being added to the EPFO portal. This will help in:

Timely addition of employees to the employer portal.
Accurate PF challan preparation and compliance.

We recommend collecting the UAN details from employees at the time of joining and sharing them promptly with your compliance team.

How Employees Can Generate UAN using UMANG App (Face Authentication)

Download and install the UMANG App from Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
Log in using your registered mobile number and Aadhaar details.
Select the EPFO Services section.
Choose Generate UAN using Face Authentication.
Complete Aadhaar-based face verification using your smartphone camera.
Once verified, UAN will be generated and displayed in the app.

Click here for official EPFO resources.

Documents & Resources

Why is Aadhaar-based Face Authentication Important?

The use of Aadhaar-based Face Authentication Technology ensures identity verification, prevents duplicate UANs, and simplifies the process for employees without requiring biometric devices.

Conclusion

This change will make UAN generation more secure and efficient. Employers should take proactive steps to educate employees and ensure compliance well before the deadline of 1st August 2025.

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