Businesses employing staff beyond the prescribed threshold must register under the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) and Employees' State Insurance (ESI) schemes. RBMK handles end-to-end registration and ongoing compliance filing.
Benefits
- Provides retirement and health security benefits to employees
- Mandatory compliance for eligible employers
- Builds trust with employees and improves retention
- Required for government tenders and large contracts
Eligibility Criteria
- PF: Establishments with 20 or more employees
- ESI: Establishments with 10 or more employees (wages up to ₹21,000/month)
- Voluntary registration available for smaller establishments
Required Documents
Company PAN and incorporation certificate
Address proof of establishment
List of employees with salary details
Bank account details
Digital Signature Certificate
Process & Timeline
Typical processing time: 5–10 working days, subject to government processing speed and document accuracy.
1
Eligibility Check
We assess employee count and applicability.
2
Document Preparation
Employee and business documents compiled.
3
Online Application
Registration filed on EPFO/ESIC portals.
4
Certificate Issuance
PF/ESI code allotted and shared with you.
Government Rules & Penalty
Non-Compliance Penalty
Delayed PF/ESI contribution attracts interest at 12% per annum plus damages up to 25% of the arrears under EPF & MP Act, along with possible prosecution for continued default.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PF registration mandatory for all businesses?
Only for establishments crossing the 20-employee threshold; smaller businesses may register voluntarily.
What is the ESI contribution rate?
Currently 4% of gross wages (employer 3.25% + employee 0.75%), subject to government revisions.
Can PF and ESI be filed together?
They are separate registrations and filings, but our team manages both under one engagement.