Claim Form 19 (PARA 69):
EPFO Form 19 is used for the settlement of the
Employees Provident Fund (EPF) account balance
when an employee retires, resigns, or is otherwise leaving their job. This form facilitates the full
withdrawal of the accumulated EPF balance.
Key Points about EPFO Form 19:
1. Purpose: Form 19 is primarily used for claiming the entire EPF balance, including both the employee and employer contributions, along with the interest earned on it. It can be used when an employee retires, resigns, or has left their job.
2. Eligibility: To use Form 19, the employee typically needs to have exited their job and be no longer contributing to the EPF. The form is also used if the EPF account is inactive for a certain period.
Types of Form 10C (Para 14)
EPFO Form 10C is used for two primary purposes: claiming a Scheme Certificate or
withdrawal benefits related to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) in India. Here a brief overview of each:
1. Scheme Certificate
a.
Purpose: The Scheme Certificate is issued to employees who have completed a minimum of 10 years of service but are leaving the EPF scheme without reaching retirement age. It serves as a record of their EPF contributions and is useful for continuity of service if the employee joins a new organization covered under the EPF Act.
b.
Eligibility: Employees who have completed at least 9.5 years of service but are not yet 58 years old and are leaving their job or opting out of the EPF scheme.
c.
Benefits: It allows employees to retain their EPF membership status, which can be beneficial for future employment under the EPF scheme, as it helps in the continuity of their service record. When they join a new EPF-covered organization, the Scheme Certificate can be used to transfer their EPF balance to the new account.
2. Withdrawal Benefit
a.
Purpose: This is applicable when employees decide to withdraw their EPF balance before completing the mandatory 9.5years of service or when they are not eligible for a Scheme Certificate. This form allows employees to claim their EPF balance, including contributions and interest.
b.
Eligibility: Employees who are leaving their job and have less than 10 years of service or those who do not wish to obtain a Scheme Certificate. Also applicable for employees who are resigning and do not plan to continue under the EPF scheme.
Important Notes:
Scheme Certificate: Useful for maintaining continuity in EPF contributions if the employee joins another EPF-covered job.
Withdrawal Benefit: Allows for the full withdrawal of EPF balance if the employee is not seeking to maintain their EPF account with a new employer.
Adavance Claim (Form 31):
The Advance Claim Form 31 in the context of the Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO)
in India is used for claiming a partial withdrawal of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) balance under specific conditions.
This form allows employees to access their EPF funds before they retire or leave their job, typically for certain approved
purposes.
Read More...
Death Case:
In the event of a member's death, the EPFO provides specific forms and processes for claiming benefits. Here's a brief overview of the relevant forms and their purposes:
1. Form 20: This form is used for claiming the Provident Fund (PF) balance of the deceased member. It allows the nominee or legal heir to withdraw the accumulated PF amount. Along with Form 20, the claimant needs to submit a death certificate, a copy of the nominee's ID proof, and proof of the relationship with the deceased.
2. Form 10D: This form is used to apply for the Family Pension under the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS). The Family Pension provides financial support to the spouse and dependent children of the deceased member. Form 10D requires the submission of a death certificate, the nominee or claimant ID proof, and proof of relationship with the deceased. It also includes details about the deceased service and EPS contributions.
3. Form 51F: If the deceased was covered under the Employees Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) scheme, this form is used to claim the insurance benefit. This insurance provides an additional lump sum payment over the PF balance. The claimant needs to submit the death certificate, a copy of the nominee ID, and proof of relationship.
Each claim form must be filled out accurately and accompanied by the necessary supporting documents. The completed forms are submitted to the EPFO office for processing. The EPFO office will then verify the details and disburse the benefits to the rightful nominees or legal heirs.
