It’s the festive season again and you might need your employee provident fund (EPF) money to renovate your house, buy that fancy car, or fund your loved one’s wedding. And it’s always convenient to apply for it online. However, before applying for it online, please ensure you have activated your Universal Account Number (UAN) and that the phone number linked to UAN is functional. Moreover, you must ensure you have put in relevant details such as Aadhar card number, bank account number, PAN card number, and IFSC code, in the EPFO database for claims to go through easily.