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Introduction:

Introduce the recent circular issued by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) and the corresponding directive from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). Highlight the significance of this decision in the context of identity verification and the legal landscape. This information sheds light on an important change regarding the acceptance of Aadhaar as proof of date of birth.

The key points of the analysis are:

UIDAI’s Directive (Circular No. 08 of 2023):

Aadhaar is not recognized as proof of date of birth according to the Aadhaar Act, 2016.
UIDAI emphasizes that Aadhaar provides identity verification, not proof of birth.

EPFO Circular and Implementation:

EPFO, in response to UIDAI’s directive, removes Aadhaar from the list of acceptable documents for correcting the date of birth. The decision is reflected in Table-B of Annexure-1 of the Joint Declaration SOP issued earlier. The circular is approved by the Central Provident Fund Commissioner (CPFC).

Legal Implications and UIDAI’s Clarifications:

The UIDAI’s circular refers to the Aadhaar Act, 2016, and regulations governing enrolment and update processes. The Aadhaar Act and an office memorandum from December 20, 2018, explicitly state that Aadhaar is not proof of date of birth. Recent judgments, including one from the Bombay High Court, reinforce that Aadhaar cannot be considered as proof of birth.

Communication to AUAs/KUAs:

UIDAI’s directive is communicated to all Authentication User Agencies (AUAs) and Know Your Customer User Agencies (KUAs) through Circular No. 08 of 2023. EPFO’s circular is directed to all ACC (Zones), RPFC (Regional offices), and Office in charge of ROs for widespread implementation.

Necessary Modifications:

The Internal System Division (ISD) is directed to make necessary modifications in the application software to align with the updated guidelines.

Conclusion:

The removal of Aadhaar as proof of date of birth by EPFO aligns with UIDAI’s directive and the legal stance on Aadhaar’s limitations. This change emphasizes the role of Aadhaar in identity verification rather than proof of birth, and it highlights the importance of accurate documentation in the context of identity verification. Entities involved in date of birth corrections within EPFO should be aware of and adhere to these changes to stay compliant with the latest regulatory updates. This information provides a comprehensive overview of the situation and its implications for EPFO members and other stakeholders.

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EPFO Removes Aadhaar as Proof of Date: Navigating Charges in Identity Verification 👈 DOWNLOAD

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ESIC Aadhar Seeding Application due to e-KYC changes by UIDAI. The letter provides instructions and updates regarding the process of seeding Aadhar details for insurance persons and their family members. Here’s a summary of the key points in the letter:

1. Background: The letter refers to previous instructions on Aadhar seeding issued on May 25, 2023, and October 31, 2023.

2. UIDAI e-KYC Update: UIDAI has updated its e-KYC response, specifically regarding the sharing of the date of birth. If the date of birth in UIDAI is recorded as ‘declared or approximate,’ only the year of birth is being shared on the ESIC Aadhaar Seeding application.

3. ESIC Portal Update: The ESIC Portal has been updated to allow users to select the date and month (Date/MM) during the Aadhaar seeding process, based on available documentary evidence. When the declared date of birth matches with the details in ESIC records, Aadhar will be seeded. In case of a mismatch, an update IP details request will be generated for approval.

4. Procedure for Cases with Only Year Visible: In cases where only the year is visible in the date of birth column after seeding Aadhaar details, the person handling Aadhaar seeding will enter the date and month based on Aadhar Card or other documentary evidence. The Aadhar number will be seeded accordingly. Such cases will be marked distinctly on the profile of the insurance person as a declared date of birth, subject to verification when necessary.

5. Deleted Blank Cases: All blank cases of Aadhaar mismatch requests from the last 15 days have been deleted from the backend. Field offices are instructed to approach the individuals again to seed their Aadhar numbers in the ESIC portal.

6. Help Files: The letter mentions that help files containing screenshots of the updated portal are attached for guidance.

7. Compliance Request: Field offices are requested to ensure strict compliance with these guidelines and expedite the Aadhaar seeding work.

If you have any specific questions or need further clarification on any part of the letter, feel free to ask.

DOWNLOAD: ESIC Procedure for Updating Aadhar Details.
DOWNLOAD: Circular for Aadhar changes updated.

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