Buzzbytes, January 19:In a significant update, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) announces that Aadhaar will no longer be considered a valid proof of date of birth (DOB). Circular no. WSU/2024/1/UIDAI Matter/4090, issued on Jan 16, adheres to a directive from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), as outlined in Circular No. 08 of 2023. The UIDAI clarification emphasizes that while Aadhaar serves as a unique identification proof, it does not qualify as evidence of date of birth under the provisions of the Aadhaar Act, 2016. #EPFO #Aadhaar #DateOfBirthProof #UIDAIUpdate
EPFO Removes Aadhaar as Valid Date of Birth Proof in Compliance with UIDAI Directive
