How to change name in PF account after marriage – Step by step process explained here

In order to solve problem of people who could have given incorrect name, or for people who want to update their surname after marriage, the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation's (EPFO) has in place a facility to change name or update name.

New Delhi: It is a very common phenomenon in the country that the womenfolk change their surname after their marriage. And once they change their surname, they also need to update it or replace their maiden name from various official documents –one being their PF accounts. A correct name helps in hassle free withdrawal and transfer of funds. In order to solve problem of people who could have given incorrect name, or for people who want to update their surname after marriage, the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation's (EPFO) has in place a facility to change name or update name. The retirement fund body has made a provision for change the name of EPF members in the application software. Members who wish to get their name to be changed in the EPF Database can apply for the same through their employer along with supporting documents.