Enrolling as an employer with the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) and acquiring a unique employer identification number (establishment code) are the first steps in registering for EPF compliance. The following is a summary of the procedures needed to register for EPF compliance:
The following procedures are involved in registering for EPF compliance:
Establish eligibility: Make sure your company satisfies the requirements in order to be registered with the EPF. According to the EPF Act, each company with 20 or more employees must register. It’s crucial to confirm this need because different industries could have varying qualifying requirements.
Keep records: As required by EPF laws, keep correct records of employee information, contributions to the employee’s retirement plan, and compliance papers.
You can register your organization for EPF compliance and make sure you meet your EPF Act responsibilities by following these steps. You can get support from the EPFO helpline or by going to your local EPFO office if you run into any problems with the registration process.
Acquire PAN and TAN: Verify that the Income Tax Department has issued your organization with a Permanent Account Number (PAN) and a Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN). These are necessary for compliance and EPF registration.
Documentation : Upload Scan Copies of All Necessary Documents: Provide scanned copies of the incorporation certificate, PAN card, proof of address, voided check, and any other pertinent documents given by the EPFO.
Verification and approval: Upon receipt of the registration form and supporting documentation, the EPFO will examine the request. A registration certificate and employer identification number (establishment code) will be sent to you upon approval of your registration, provided all requirements are met.
Enter your user ID and password that you created while registering to access the EPFO portal. After that, a number of services become available to you, such as managing employee information, submitting returns, creating EPF challans, and making EPF contributions.
EPF contribution: Begin withholding EPF payments at the current rate (12%) from your employees’ pay checks, and make an equivalent contribution amount on behalf of the employees to the EPF account.
Compliance reporting: Make sure that, by the timeframes specified, monthly EPF contribution statements, annual returns, and other compliance reports are timely submitted to the EPFO.
Online employer registration: Go to the “Establishment Registration” part of the EPFO Unified Portal website (https://unifiedportal-emp.epfindia.gov.in/epfo/). Make sure your organization has a user ID and password.
Complete the Registration Form. Complete the online registration form by providing information about your organization, including name, address, type of establishment, PAN, TAN, bank account details, and contact information.
Preparation of documents: Gather the necessary documents and information required for registration, including:
- Business registration documents (e.g., certificate of incorporation, partnership deed, etc.).
- PAN (Permanent Account Number) of the business entity.
- Address proof of the business premises.
- Details of the business owner(s) or partners, including their PAN and Aadhaar (UID) numbers.
- Bank account details of the business for electronic fund transfer (EFT) of EPF contributions.
- Adhaar card UAID
Creation of establishment code: The EPFO will handle the registration request after the application has been successfully submitted. An establishment code, or employment identity number, will be issued to your company following approval.
Start withholding EPF contributions: As soon as possible, begin withholding EPF contributions from employees’ salaries in accordance with the established rates. Pay both the employer and the employee to the EPFO within the allotted time frames.
To prevent fines and legal repercussions, it is crucial to guarantee prompt and accurate compliance with EPF laws. Additionally, to ensure that you are adhering to the most recent standards, stay informed about any adjustments or modifications to the EPF laws and regulations. You can get support from the EPFO helpline or by going to the EPFO office that is closest to you if you run into any problems with the registration process.