EPF Registration

Employee Provident Fund Registration

Get your EPF registration for comprehensive retirement savings and social security benefits for your employees. Ensure compliance with EPF and Miscellaneous Act 1952.

Do you know what is Employee Provident Fund (EPF)?

Understanding Employee Provident Fund

What is EPF?

The Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) is a savings scheme introduced under Employees' Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Act, 1952. It is administered and managed by the Central Board of Trustees that consists of representatives from three parties, namely, the government, the employers and the employees. The Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) assists this board in its activities. EPFO works under the direct jurisdiction of the government and is managed through the Ministry of Labour and Employment.

Key Features

  • Retirement savings scheme
  • Tripartite management (Government, Employer, Employee)
  • Managed by EPFO
  • Governed by EPF Act 1952
  • Under Ministry of Labour and Employment

Contribution Structure

The PF contribution of 12% should be divided equally between the employer and employee. The employer's contribution is 12% of basic wages plus dearness allowance plus retaining allowance.

EPF Registration

Retirement Security

When will it is mandatory to your organisation to get register with EPF?

Check if your establishment needs EPF registration

Mandatory Registration

EPF registration is mandatory for all establishments:

  • Factory engaged in any industry having 20 or more persons
  • Any other establishment employing 20 or more persons
  • Class of establishments specified by Central Government

Voluntary Registration

Where the employer and majority of employees have agreed that the provisions of this act should be made applicable to the establishment, they may themselves apply to the Central PF Commissioner. The Central PF Commissioner may apply the provisions of this Act to that establishment after passing the notification in the Official Gazette.

Registration Criteria

Mandatory Threshold

Minimum 20 employees

Factories and other establishments

Voluntary Registration

Less than 20 employees

With mutual agreement

Government Notification

Central Government may apply to establishments with less than 20 employees

After giving 2 months' notice

Important Note

All employees will be eligible for PF from the commencement of their employment and the responsibility of deduction & payment of PF lies with the employer.

How it will be beneficial to you and your employees?

Comprehensive benefits of EPF registration

Tax Benefits

Employee contribution eligible for tax exemption under Section 80C, interest earned is tax-free

Lifelong Pension

8.33% of employer's share goes to EPS, ensuring lifelong pension after 10 years

Insurance Benefit

EDLI scheme provides insurance cover with lump-sum payment to nominees

Premature Withdrawal

Partial withdrawals allowed for medical treatment, home loans, marriage, education

Higher Returns

EPFO invests 5-15% in ETFs, with potential for higher returns in the future

Home Loan Benefits

Up to 90% of PF accumulation can be withdrawn for home loan repayment

How You and your employee have to contribute?

Understanding EPF contribution structure

Standard Contribution Rate

12% Rate

Standard rate for establishments with 20+ employees

6% employer + 6% employee

10% Rate

Applicable for specific cases

5% employer + 5% employee

10% Rate Applicable For

  • Establishments with less than 20 employees
  • Sick industrial companies declared by BIFR
  • Establishments with accumulated losses exceeding net worth
  • Specific industries: Jute, Beedi, Brick, Coir, Guar gum

Contribution Breakdown

EPF Contribution

Payable on maximum wage ceiling of Rs. 15,000/-

Employee can pay at higher rate with joint request

EPS Contribution

8.33% of employer's share goes to pension fund

No contribution from employee

EDLI Contribution

Payable on up to maximum wage ceiling of Rs. 15,000/-

Insurance coverage for employees

Administrative Charges

Minimum Rs. 500/- per month
Rs. 75/- if no contributory members
Rounded to nearest rupee

Do you require to give any documents and information?

Required documents and information for EPF registration

Essential Information Required

Complete employee and establishment details needed for EPF registration

Employee Details

  • Name and address
  • Age and date of birth
  • Salary details
  • PAN and Aadhaar details

Nomination Details

It treats the nominations of the balance of EPF at the time of death. It must contain the details of the employee like name, address, age amount of the money, details and relation of the nominee.

  • Nominee name and address
  • Relationship with employee
  • Share percentage

Establishment Details

  • Business registration certificate
  • Business address proof
  • Bank account details
  • Employee list and attendance

Financial Information

  • Salary structure details
  • Contribution calculations
  • Monthly challan details

Why Choose Our EPF Registration Services?

Professional assistance for EPF compliance

Fast Processing

Quick and efficient EPF registration process

100% Compliant

Ensure full compliance with EPF Act 1952

Expert Support

Professional guidance throughout the process

Contribution Calculation

Accurate calculation of EPF, EPS, and EDLI contributions

Documentation

Complete documentation and form filling assistance

Ongoing Support

Continuous support for EPF compliance and filing

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