Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has introduced a facility that enables employees to transfer funds online using a digital signature. According to the recent guidelines by CCA, any user who wants to transfer their funds online through e-filing must use digital signature certificate. The usage of a digital signature makes the process of online fund transfer authentic and secure by digitally authenticating the user identity.
Digital signature for EPFO helps to facilitate the transfer claim process, making it more transparent and hassle free. Employees can request and claim funds from their current or previous employer. They can view and submit their claims, modify their details online at their convenience through the portal.
Employees can submit their transfer claims online using the Class 3 digital signature, which can be obtained only after verification by the Certifying Authority.
Benefits of Using Digital Signature for EPFO
Here are some of the benefits of using digital signature for EPFO:
eMudhra, being the largest Certifying Authority in India, provides you digital signature certificate for your EPFO requirements. Get your digital signature from eMudhra in three simple and PAPERLESS steps and file your EPFO transfer claims online.