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PF Registration is a mandatory compliance for employers under the Employees’ Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. It ensures that employees are enrolled in the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Scheme, a retirement savings initiative by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). The scheme promotes long-term financial security for employees post-retirement and provides coverage during medical emergencies, disability, or death.
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โ Why PF Registration is Important
- Mandatory for establishments with 20+ employees
- Ensures social security and retirement savings for employees
- Legal requirement under Indian labour laws
- Boosts employee retention and job satisfaction
- Access to pension, insurance, and emergency funds
๐งพ Applicability of PF Registration
Category | Requirement |
Employers with โฅ 20 employees | Mandatory PF registration within 1 month of threshold |
Employers with < 20 employees | Voluntary registration permitted |
Special Cases | Central Government can mandate registration via notification |
๐ฅ PF Contribution Breakdown
Contribution Type | Employee Share | Employer Share | Breakdown |
EPF (Provident Fund) | 12% of basic salary | 12% of basic salary | 3.67% EPF + 8.33% EPS (Pension) |
Note: The employerโs contribution is split between EPF and EPS (Employee Pension Scheme).
๐ Documents Required for PF Registration
For Business
- Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed / MSME or GST Certificate
- PAN Card of entity and partners/directors
- Address Proof (Electricity Bill, Rent Agreement, etc.)
- Cancelled cheque or Bank Statement
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
For Employees
- List of employees with DOB, DOJ, and salaries
- PAN and Aadhaar cards
- Consent letters for PF deduction
Additional Documents
- Specimen signature of authorized signatory
- MOA & AOA / Partnership Deed
- Form 5A (Ownership details)
- Proof of business commencement (e.g., first invoice)
๐ Information Required for PF Registration
- Total number of employees
- Business name and registered address
- Nature of business and incorporation date
- Director/partner details
- Employee details and salary structure
- Office and branch locations
- Company bank account information
๐ ๏ธ EPF Registration Process
- Check Applicability โ Ensure employee strength meets the threshold
- Document Preparation โ Gather and organize required documents
- Online Application โ Submit details via EPFOโs unified portal
- Verification by EPFO โ Review by authorities and issuance of PF Code
- Post-registration Compliance โ Monthly PF filings and returns
Timeline: Registration must be completed within 1 month of reaching 20 employees to avoid penalties.
โญ Benefits of PF Registration
- โ Legal Compliance with labour laws
- โ Retirement and pension benefits for employees
- โ Emergency financial support during crises
- โ Access to Employee Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI)
- โ Improves employee morale and retention
- โ Portability across employers (UAN based)
โ Exemptions from EPF Registration
- Establishments with less than 20 employees
- Voluntary registration is allowed if employer and majority of employees agree
- Central Government may make it mandatory via notification
๐ฒ How to Apply for PF Registration Online
You can register through the EPFO Unified Portal. Once approved, a unique EPF Establishment Code is issued for managing employee PF accounts and monthly returns.
๐ผ Why Choose IndiaFills.com for PF Registration?
- โ End-to-end PF registration assistance
- โ Affordable pricing with no hidden charges
- โ Hassle-free document collection and form submission
- โ Expert compliance advisory
- โ Ongoing support for PF filings and UAN generation
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