EPFO Pension Withdrawal: Approved Banks for Pension Receipt and Account Options

imtiyaz2002
I have worked with a private limited company for more than 15 years. I have resigned and been relieved. I am now applying for withdrawal of my EPF balance since I will not be working as an employee in the future.

With Form 19, I have to submit Form 10D for the receipt of pension. In Form 10D, under Sr. No. 14, I have to provide my bank account details. I understand from friends in the industry that I have to open a new savings bank account to receive the pension amount, with a bank mandated by EPFO. Can somebody please provide me with a list of bank names approved/mandated by EPFO to receive the pension amount!

My residence is in Mumbai, and I would like to open an account in Mumbai, whereas I last served in Baroda and my EPF account is in Baroda. I hope I can open an account at the Mumbai branch of the EPFO-approved bank. Kindly confirm.

I am 48 years old and have left service with no plans to be an employee again. Can I opt for a reduced pension in Form 10D for a pension starting after I reach 50 years of age? Kindly suggest.
imtiyaz2002
The message/reply sent by Mr. Aziz, claiming to be from Hamad General Hospital, is not relevant to my question at all. I would report this abuse to citehr.

Furthermore, the corporate web address of Hamad General Hospital is hmc.org.qa and not as quoted by Mr. Aziz. Those who are seeking employment at Hamad General Hospital should check the internet for the correct location/address/web address of Hamad General Hospital and should not respond to Mr. Aziz through my blog or otherwise.
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