After a PF claim is marked as settled by the EPFO, it typically takes 2 to 3 working days for the money to be credited to your bank account. However, the overall processing time from application to settlement can take up to 20 days.
Factors that may influence this timeline include:
- EPFO approval and verification of documents.
- Bank processing times for NEFT transfers.
- Weekends or public holidays.
- Accuracy of KYC details, such as Aadhaar and bank account information.