How do I register for PF and ESI?

Short answerYou register for PF and ESI online on the unified Shram Suvidha / EPFO and ESIC portals, using your company details, PAN, employee data and bank information. Registration is usually granted quickly, after which monthly returns and payments begin.

Online (EPFO / ESIC)

Apply through the unified portal with your KYC and employee details.

Then monthly returns

Once registered, file monthly ECR for PF and contributions for ESI, and deposit by the 15th.

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This answer is general information for businesses, not professional advice. Tax rates, thresholds and forms change with each Finance Act — please confirm the current position for your own facts, or speak to us, before acting.

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