The Employee Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has introduced a standardized process called Joint Declaration (JD) to rectify these issues. This procedure involves collaboration between members and employers to ensure accurate updates to basic profile details. Through this SOP-Joint Declaration, EPFO aims to streamline the correction process and minimize fraudulent activities related to identity changes. The SOP defines the roles of initiators, verifiers, and approvers, ensuring a systematic approach to handling modification requests. With clear guidelines and a fixed timeline for completion, this SOP brings clarity and efficiency to the correction process. Additionally, plans for online tracking of JD applications are in place for enhanced member convenience and transparency. This Notification was published on 26.03.2024.
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