Understanding GPF Transfer Process from CISF to EPF: Challenges and Solutions

Hi friends,

I am Ajay Yadav. I was working with CISF (Central Industrial Security Force) as a Sub Inspector. I left the job and joined BEML (PSU) in 2006. I requested to transfer my GPF to my new PF account. But till today, I did not receive my GPF. Whenever I contact CISF in Delhi, they inform me that they have transferred the same. However, they are not providing the acknowledgment. Please guide me on what I should do?

Regards,
Ajay Yadav 😕

As I understand, the GPF is different from EPF (Employees' Provident Fund), which is a contributory PF, whereas the former is not. Please check whether or not GPF can be transferred to any contributory provident fund. I think any balance of government/group PF can be transferred only to another GPF and not to EPF. In the case of leaving government service (CISF), you need to withdraw the amount in the GPF and close it. When you join an establishment (including PSU) to which the Employees' Provident Fund applies, you have to start a new account afresh. Please correct me if I am wrong.

Regards, Madhu.T.K

Dear,

I too think, like Mr. Madhu, that I doubt GPF should not be transferred to EPF.

Thanks,
JS Malik

Thank you, Mr. Madhu and Mr. Malik,

Maybe it can't be transferred. However, CISF authorities have informed me that they have transferred the same. Unfortunately, they are not willing to provide me with an acknowledgement.

Please guide me on where I should file a complaint.

Regards,
AJAY YADAV

Dear Ajay,

I personally confirmed with EPF authorities that GPF cannot be transferred to EPF. Please find out about your status with CISF authorities.

Thanks,
JS Malik

After inquiring about the matter with CISF and not finding any solution, please file an application before the authority under the Right To Information Act. You will receive the details.

Regards,
Madhu.T.K

Hi friend,

I am Sujith Kumar N, working in CISF as Const/Fire. I would like to confirm whether my GPF account has been transferred from RPAO Kolkata to PAO New Delhi. The details of my GPF account pertaining to RPAO Kolkata are as follows: from July 2003 to November 2005.

Kindly reply to me as soon as possible.