Income verification: salary slips, EPFO and bank names
Income decides how much a person can borrow and repay. It is also the number applicants most often inflate. A lender that checks it well avoids bad loans and still approves honest borrowers quickly.
Why it matters
A loan based on a made-up salary starts with a problem. Most defaults in the early months trace back to overstated income or hidden obligations. A short, consistent income check is cheaper than collections.
What to check
- Salary slips: correct employer name, dates, deductions and arithmetic.
- Bank statements: regular credits matching the slips, with no unusual cash deposits just before applying.
- Employment history: how long the person has worked and where, supported by EPFO contributions where available.
- Name match: the person's name, the account holder's name and the employer's records should align.
- Employer contact: confirm through a number you find from official sources.
- Existing loans: EMIs already being paid and how they affect repayment.
- Self-employed income: turnover in bank statements, tax filings, GST and a view of the business.
Common problems
- Edited salary slips or letterheads
- Credits from the same person or a related business
- Short employment history with a big salary claim
- Salary credited in cash
A simple approach
Collect the documents, run basic checks on all, add deeper checks only for higher amounts, and speak to the applicant on a video call to confirm what the documents say.
Keep the process fair
Explain to applicants which documents are needed and why, accept reasonable alternatives for people with irregular pay, and give a clear way to correct errors. Fair, consistent checks reduce disputes and speed up genuine approvals.
Small habits that help
- Check that all pages of a bank statement are present and in sequence
- Compare the PDF with the bank's own download where possible
- Note down which documents you checked and when
How Praman helps
Praman by SatyaSakshi lets lenders confirm the applicant and their income on one recorded WhatsApp video call. The applicant shows ID, completes a face match and liveness check, and explains their work and income. Bank-account name and EPFO checks can be added where enabled, with a reviewer approving the report.
Frequently asked questions
Are salary slips enough proof of income?
No. They are easy to edit. Match them with bank statements and, where possible, employment history.
What does an EPFO record show?
Where and for how long a person's provident fund contributions were made, which supports an employment history. Its use depends on consent and availability.
What about self-employed applicants?
Look at bank turnover, tax filings, GST and a visit or video of the business.
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