EPF withdrawal, transfer claim: How many days does it take to settle a claim or release EPF amount

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Employees in an emergency can file a PF claim using Form 19. One can withdraw EPF in full or in part. According to the EPFO tweet on X (previously known as Twitter), “Normally it takes 20 days to settle a claim or release the PF amount, if the same is submitted to concerned EPFO Office in complete.” Members can apply for PF Final Settlement (Form19), Pension Withdrawal Benefit (Form10-C) and PF Part Withdrawal (Form31) from the member Interface directly.What to do if PF is not settled in 20 days According to the EPFO FAQ page, “ He can approach the regional PF commissioner in charge of Grievances; file a complaint on the website using the EPFiGMS feature in the section ‘FOR EMPLOYEES’.”

Step 1: Visit Member e-Sewa portal https://unifiedportal-mem.epfindia.gov.in/memberinterface/ on the EPFO portal Step 2: Log in to your account by entering UAN, password and captcha code Step 3: Once logged in, click on 'Claim (Form-31, 19, 10C & 10D)' under the 'Online Services' tab. Step 4: A new tab will open where you will be required to enter the correct bank account number (seeded with UAN).… Click on verify. Step 5: Once your bank account details are verified, you will be required to confirm terms and conditions as stated by the EPFO. Step 6: Click on 'Proceed For Online Claim'. Step 7: From the drop-down menu, you will be required to select the reason for applying for withdrawal from your EPF account. Only those options will be visible for which you are eligible.Important FAQs related to claim settlementWhat are the service requirements for online filing of PF Final Settlement Claims (Form-19)? A) Member