PF / ESI Registration
Mandatory employee welfare registrations for compliant businesses
Provident Fund (PF) registration under EPFO and Employee State Insurance (ESI) registration under ESIC are mandatory for businesses employing workers above the threshold limits. PF is required for establishments with 20+ employees; ESI for those with 10+ employees (in states with lower threshold). ComplyBridge handles registration, monthly return filing, and ongoing compliance for both.
Service Overview
Key Benefits:
Key Benefits of PF / ESI Registration
Documents Required
Registration Process
Eligibility Assessment
Verify if your establishment meets the threshold (20+ employees for PF, 10+ for ESI).
Document Collection
Gather establishment details, employee list, and banking information.
EPFO/ESIC Registration
File online registration on the EPFO Unified Portal and ESIC Portal.
Code Allotment
Receive PF Establishment Code and ESI Code Number.
UAN Generation
Generate Universal Account Numbers (UANs) for all eligible employees.
Monthly Compliance
File monthly ECR (Electronic Challan-cum-Return) for PF and ESI contributions.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does PF registration become mandatory?
PF registration is mandatory when an establishment has 20 or more employees. Establishments with fewer employees can voluntarily register.
What is the PF contribution rate?
Both employer and employee contribute 12% of the employee's basic salary + DA to PF. The employer also contributes to EPS and EDLI.
When is ESI registration mandatory?
ESI registration is mandatory for establishments with 10 or more employees where employees earn ≤₹21,000/month.
What is the ESI contribution rate?
Employer contributes 3.25% and employee contributes 0.75% of monthly wages as ESI contribution.
Can I withdraw PF before retirement?
Yes, partial PF withdrawal is allowed for specific purposes like medical emergency, home purchase, education, and marriage after specified service periods.
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