Finding out that your Universal Account Number (UAN) is linked to the wrong member ID can be stressful.
Such a mismatch may cause errors in your Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) records, affecting your contributions, interest, and overall balance.
The good news is that correcting this issue is simple, thanks to the EPFO unified member portal.
Fixing it promptly ensures your retirement savings and records remain accurate.
Steps to Delink an Incorrect Member ID
Here’s a step-by-step guide to remove a wrong member ID linked to your UAN:
Log in to the EPFO unified member portal using your UAN, password, and CAPTCHA code.
Go to View → Service History.
Select the incorrect member ID from the list and click Delink.
Provide a reason for delinking when prompted.
Verify your request by entering the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
After verification, the system will delink the incorrect ID and show a success message.
Revisit your service history to cross-check that the wrong ID has been removed.
Note: If your employer has already filed an ECR (Electronic Challan-cum-Return) using the wrong ID, the delinking will not succeed, and you will receive an error notification.
Upcoming EPF Changes: Wage Limit Revision
The EPFO is planning to increase the wage ceiling for mandatory EPF and EPS coverage to ₹25,000.
This change, expected to be discussed in the upcoming Central Board of Trustees meeting, could bring over 10 million more employees under compulsory social security benefits.
Many metro city workers currently earning above ₹15,000 have optional EPF participation.
This revision aims to expand retirement benefits and strengthen social security for more employees.
Why Correct UAN Linking Matters
Ensuring your UAN is linked to the correct member ID protects your:
Contributions
Pension eligibility
Overall EPF records
Always recheck your service history after making updates to confirm the changes have been applied.
Acting quickly prevents errors that could affect your retirement savings.
