About this Service
Timely filing of returns in respect of contributions made under Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948 (‘ESIC’), and Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 (‘EPF’) is mandatory for all establishments with employers as covered under both these acts. In case of EPF the returns are required to be filed on quarterly basis whereas for returns in respect of ESI the same are required to be filed on monthly basis or half yearly, depending upon the wage liability of the Employer with the respective authority. Timely filing of returns is not only mandatory but also is critical for Ensuring that employees covered under ESI are entitled to medical care and other social security benefits; and in respect of EPF, employees are entitled to their pension upon retirement. Our team at LegalSthal assist employers in their compliance by not only filling the returns in respect of contributions made but also by furnishing timely support in respect of their entire obligations under ESI and EPF, in form of – our ESIC & EPF Filing Service, whereby our teams assist Employer in assessing his compliance and aid him in filling the returns by providing adequate support by way of transparency, documentation support and expertise of its personnel.
Key Benefits of ESIC & EPF Filing
- Legal Compliance: With timely payment of ESIC and EPF by the employer, he can comply with the applicable Labor Laws and other Statutory requirements, and avoid any legal problems.
- Employee Social Security Benefits: As ESIC facilitates the payment of medical and social security benefits of employees and their family members, thus social security of employees and their family members is created. EPF (Employees’ Provident Fund) also helps in creation of retirement fund of employees thus securing their future and helping in their welfare.
- Avoid Penalties and Notices: Correct and on time filing of returns as well as timely payment of contributions will help in avoidal of penalization of interest and issuance of notice by the concerned authority from time to time. The risk of future legal problem will also decrease.
- Maintain Employee Records: Timely filing of returns on a periodic basis will enable an employer to maintain a correct record of employees’ contribution as well as other statutory documents & records to manage the pay roll.
- Build Business Credibility: By compliance of laws with respect to labour, a company’s image can get enhanced among employees, clients and government. A responsible organization would ensure compliance of labour laws which in turn would projects a positive image of organization.
Documents Checklist Required
Prepare scanned copies of the following documents:
- ESIC and EPF Registration Details
- PAN Card of Business Entity
- Employee Details and KYC Documents
- Salary and Wage Register
- Attendance Register
- Contribution Details
- Bank Statements
- Previous Returns (if applicable)
- Mobile Number and Email Address
- Authorized Signatory Details
Step-by-Step Process
Data Collection
Employee details such as date of birth, salary information, and contribution made by employees are collected. Similarly, salary slips, bank account details, PAN and Aadhar card information, and other relevant documents required for compliance are also collected to determine the filing requirements for an employer.
Document Verification
Verify the information, contribution details, and statutory compliance details of employees to ensure accuracy before we file the returns.
Return Preparation
Returns including the ESIC return and the EPF return and annual contribution statements are prepared for the year based on information collected. The information in the returns is compiled meticulously in accordance with the statutes and formats specified.
Compliance Review
The prepared ESIC return and EPF returns and contributions are checked to identify errors or any discrepancies that would result in non-compliance.
Return Filing
We file the required ESIC and EPF returns (and contributions statements) on time within the stipulated time limits in order to avoid incurring any penalties or interest.
Contribution Assistance
Calculate the required employer & employee contribution & assist employers in paying the same.
Ongoing Compliance Support
Our team will assist and guide employers with future filings, amendments, statutory notices and most importantly compliance with Labor Laws. We operate with maximum transparency and offer best possible service to our clients.
Select Pricing Package
Basic
+ Government Fees
(GST Excluded)
- Company name help
- SPICe+ form in 2-3 working days
- Company PAN + TAN
- MOA + AOA
- PF and ESIC registration
- Incorporation certificate in 10-12 days
- DSC preparation in 3-4 days
- DIN for directors
- Expert assisted process
- INC 20A / Business commencement certificate
- MSME Registration
- Digital signature certificate
- Startup India Registration
- Company DSC
- Trademark Registration
- Pitch Deck
Standard
+ Government Fees
(GST Excluded)
- Company name help
- SPICe+ form in 2-3 working days
- Company PAN + TAN
- MOA + AOA
- PF and ESIC registration
- Incorporation certificate in 10-12 days
- DSC preparation in 3-4 days
- DIN for directors
- Expert assisted process
- INC 20A / Business commencement certificate
- MSME Registration
- Digital signature certificate
- Startup India Registration
- Company DSC
- Trademark Registration
- Pitch Deck
Premium
+ Government Fees
(GST Excluded)
- Company name help
- SPICe+ form in 2-3 working days
- Company PAN + TAN
- MOA + AOA
- PF and ESIC registration
- Incorporation certificate in 10-12 days
- DSC preparation in 3-4 days
- DIN for directors
- Expert assisted process
- INC 20A / Business commencement certificate
- MSME Registration
- Digital signature certificate
- Startup India Registration
- Company DSC
- Trademark Registration
- Pitch Deck
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Whether ESIC & EPF Filing is mandatory depends on your annual turnover or business activity. For instance, GST is required if turnover exceeds ₹40 Lakhs (goods) or ₹20 Lakhs (services), while Income Tax filing is required for all registered entities. Contact our CA desk to clarify your liability.
Generally, you need PAN card of the entity/partners, Aadhaar card of the directors/proprietor, proof of business address (electricity bill/rent deed), bank details, and authorization signatures. Our CAs will guide you based on your exact structure.
Late filing of taxes or returns attracts daily penalties (e.g. ₹50/day for GST, ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 for ITR) and interest charges on outstanding tax. It also impacts your business credit score and compliance track record.
Yes, LegalSthal offers a 100% online process. You can securely upload all your documents through our platform, and our qualified Chartered Accountants will execute the filings without requiring any physical office visits.
Every application and tax filing goes through a dual-verification process. First, our automated validation tools check for errors, and then a dedicated CA reviews the credentials before final submission to the government portal.