EPFO 3.0 Launches: Withdraw PF at ATMs, Auto-Claims and Digital Pension in India’s Biggest Provident Fund Upgrade

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced the launch of a new and advanced digital platform, EPFO 3.0, for its members. To develop and operate this new system, EPFO has selected three leading IT companies of India—TCS, Infosys, and Wipro. This new platform will be more modern, faster, and user-friendly than the old system, which will provide better services to millions of EPF subscribers. Key features of EPFO 3.0 Automated claim settlement Now the process of EPF claims will be completely automated, which will not require manual verification. This will increase the speed of claim approval manifold, and members will be able to get money immediately. Online Account Update Now members will not need to visit the EPFO office to change their name, date of birth, or other details. They will be able to update their account through the app or web portal from home. PF Withdrawal from ATM Under EPFO 3.0, after the claim is approved, members will be able to withdraw their PF balance directly from the ATM, just like money is withdrawn from a bank account. This facility will be especially beneficial for those who need funds immediately. OTP Verification System In place of the old form-based process, all verifications will now be done through OTP (One-Time Password). This will increase security and reduce the possibility of fraud. Better Pension Service EPFO has approved the Centralized Pension Payment System (CPPS), under which pensioners will now be able to withdraw their pension amount from any bank in the country. This will make the pension payment process smoother. Objective of EPFO 3.0 This new platform of EPFO will provide fast, transparent, and convenient services to the members, furthering the vision of Digital India. After its launch, all the processes related to EPF—such as claim, nominee update, pension, or account transaction—can be completed from home. "EPFO's Digital Leap" EPFO 3.0 is bringing a big change for the employees of India. It will not only reduce processing time but will also increase transparency and convenience. Such technological advancement will now give EPF members even easier access to their funds, which is an important step towards Digital India.