PF Transfer from Exempted to Unexempted Organisation Using Form 13
Transferring your Provident Fund (PF) account when moving from an exempted organisation (where PF is managed by a trust) to an unexempted organisation (managed by EPFO) requires particular steps. Form 13 is the official application used to request this transfer.
What Are Exempted and Unexempted Organisations?
Exempted Organisation: These employers maintain their own PF trust and manage employees’ PF accounts independently of EPFO.
Unexempted Organisation: PF accounts are maintained directly by the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO).
Why Transfer PF from Exempted to Unexempted?
When you change jobs from an exempted trust employer to a new employer covered by EPFO (unexempted), transferring your PF balance ensures continuity of social security benefits, pension service, and accumulated corpus.
Step-by-Step Process Using Form 13
Fill Form 13 (Transfer Claim Form):
This form requests transfer of your PF balance and pension service details from your old exempted trust to your new EPFO account.
Submit Form to Present Employer:
Submit the completed Form 13 to your new (unexempted) employer for attestation and onward processing.
Old Employer Approval:
Your previous exempted PF trust must approve and process the transfer request. This involves verifying your service and account details.
Transfer Processing by Trust:
The exempted trust generates an Annexure-K, the statement of accounts, and transfers funds to the EPFO or the new employer's trust.
Completion and Confirmation:
After successful transfer, the funds reflect in your new EPF account under EPFO management.
Important Points to Note
Transfer from exempted to unexempted trust is mostly an offline manual process and may take a few weeks.
Ensure all details (PF account numbers, joining/leaving dates, employer names) are accurate in Form 13 to avoid delays.
You can track the transfer status online via the EPFO portal once the process starts.
Maintaining continuous PF service record is crucial for pension benefits and withdrawals.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Can I transfer my PF from an exempted trust to EPFO?
Yes, using Form 13, your PF along with pension service details can be transferred from an exempted trust employer to an EPFO-managed account.
Q2: Is the PF transfer process different for exempted and unexempted organisations?
Yes, transfers between EPFO and exempted trusts are mostly online now, but transfers involving unexempted (EPFO) and exempted trusts often require offline approvals and coordination.
Q3: How long does PF transfer via Form 13 take?
Typically, it can take 15 to 30 days depending on employer cooperation and accuracy of submitted documents.
Q4: Who attests Form 13 for transfer from exempted to unexempted PF account?
Your current (new) employer typically attests the form before forwarding it for processing.
Q5: Can I submit Form 13 without the employer’s approval?
No, the form requires employer attestation and approval from the previous exempted trust to process the transfer.
Published on: July 28, 2025
Published by: PAVAN
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