What is included every month
| Task | PF (EPFO) | ESI (ESIC) |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly return | ECR (Electronic Challan cum Return) upload | Monthly contribution upload |
| Payment | TRRN challan, paid online by the 15th | ESI challan, paid online by the 15th |
| New employees | UAN generation and KYC (Aadhaar, PAN, bank) | IP number and e-Pehchan card |
| Employees leaving | Date of exit update so they can claim | Marking of leaving employees |
| Reports | Monthly compliance report, challan copies and contribution register | |
Monthly calendar
- 1st–5th: you share the salary sheet and joiner/exit details
- 6th–10th: we prepare the ECR and ESI contribution files and send them for approval
- By the 15th: upload, challan payment and confirmation
The PF wage ceiling is ₹25,000 from 17 September 2026. Employees with Basic + DA from ₹15,001 to ₹25,000 who were earlier excluded must now be enrolled, and ECRs from September 2026 must reflect the new ceiling.
See the compliance due-date calendar and our monthly packages.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the due date for PF and ESI?
Both PF (ECR) and ESI contributions for a month are due by the 15th of the following month.
What happens if PF is paid late?
Interest and damages are levied on delayed PF payments, and continued default can lead to inspection and recovery proceedings. ESI delays also attract interest and damages.
What do you need from us each month?
The salary sheet with attendance and wages, details of new joiners (Aadhaar, bank, date of joining) and employees who left (date of exit and reason).
Do you file nil returns?
Yes. If there are no wages in a month, we file the required nil returns so that your record stays clean.