EPS pensioners can now obtain their PPO number for pension in EPF (Employees’ Provident Fund) using their bank account number or PF number online at the EPFO pensioners portal, which can be accessed at https://www.epfindia.gov.in/.
Employees enrolled in the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) of EPF are assigned a unique PPO number or code by EPFO, which enables them to receive a pension after retirement.
The PPO number is crucial for members of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) as it is necessary to avail of the pension benefits. It is a reference number for any communication with the Central Pension Accounting Office (CPAO) and also aids in getting the pension.
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) sends a letter to every retiring employee containing details of the Pension Payment Order (PPO), for their provident fund and pension disbursement.
The PPO number is also required when submitting a life certificate every year. The new 12-digit PPO number is unique for each pensioner and family pensioner, serving as a reference number for any communication with the CPAO.
Pensioners can check their pension status and file grievances using the PPO number, as the CPAO database only recognizes this 12-digit number.
The PPO number, which stands for Pension Payment Order number, is a unique identification number assigned to individuals entitled to receive a pension from the EPFO. It contains relevant information about the pensioner and their pension.
The EPFO generates the PPO number for each pensioner based on the following details
- Pensioner’s name
- Father’s name/husband’s name
- Date of birth
- Date of retirement/separation
- Last employer’s name and address
The PPO number is essential for pensioners to avail their pension benefits and for smooth processing of pension payments. It is also necessary to provide the PPO number when submitting any pension-related documents to the EPFO.
The EPS Pensioner’s PPO number is an integral part of the EPF scheme. It can be obtained using the bank account number or PF number through the EPFO’s official website at www.epfindia.gov.in.
How to find your PPO number in EPFO?
- Visit the official EPFO website.
- Navigate to the “For Employees” section.
- Click on “Pensioners’ Portal.”
- Look for the option “Know your PPO number.”
- Enter your PF account number or bank account number.
The EPS Pensioners PPO number offers various benefits to pensioners, including regular pension payments for life, life insurance benefits, and family pension for their eligible family members in the event of the pensioner’s death.
| Name of the Number | EPS PPO Number |
|---|---|
| Title | Find your PPO Number in EPF |
| Subject | Find you PPO Number in EPF |
| Category | Pension |
| Website | https://www.epfindia.gov.in/ |
| EPS PPO Number Search | Know your PPO Number at EPF Pension Portal |