The employee can withdraw the number of EPS even if they have not completed 10 years of service. However, if an individual is in service and has not completed 10 years then he/she cannot withdraw the EPS amount. EPS amount can only be withdrawn if the individual quits the company before joining the new company.
Can you withdraw EPS amount?
Only once the individual quits the company and before joining a new company can the EPS amount be withdrawn. He/she can withdraw the EPS amount on the EPFO portal by claiming Form 10C. The employee will need to have an active UAN and the KYC details must be linked to the UAN in order to withdraw the EPS amount online.
Can we withdraw EPS after 10 years?
If your service period is more than 10 years, you cannot withdraw the EPS amount. You can fill the Composite Claim Form along with the Form 10C to get the scheme certificate. Pension will be paid to you after attaining the age of 58 years.