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System Code: ERR-KYC-04

Member Name Mismatch Between Current and Previous Establishment

Technical Description

The EPFO backend rejected the transfer because the spelling or spacing of the member's name differs between the two linked Member IDs.

Root Cause Breakdown

Discrepancies introduced during legacy manual entry at the initial establishment prior to centralized demographic verification.

Step-by-Step Remediation Protocol

  1. 1
    Generate Joint Declaration Form Initiate the online Joint Declaration correction request via the Member Portal.
  2. 2
    Upload Supporting Identity Proof Attach valid government identity documents clearly displaying the correct legal name.
  3. 3
    Employer Approval Ensure the employer approves the modification in their Employer Unified Portal dashboard.

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