Staying on top of statutory deadlines is crucial for businesses to ensure seamless operations and avoid penalties. To help you stay compliant, we’ve compiled a March 2025 Compliance Calendar with key due dates, mandatory filings, and essential compliance activities for the month.
Key Compliance Deadlines for March 2025
State-Specific Compliance
Different states have specific compliance requirements, such as:
- Professional Tax (PT) Remittance & Returns – Various states like Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Punjab, and West Bengal require PT filings by the 15th, 20th, 30th, or 31st of March.
- Labour Welfare Fund (LWF) Contributions – Due in Kerala (5th March) to ensure employee benefits.
- Annual & Monthly Returns – Filing deadlines for The Minimum Wages Act, The Bihar Shops & Establishments Act, The Odisha Shops & Establishments Act, and others range throughout the month.
Central Compliance
- Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) & Employees’ State Insurance (ESI)
- 15th March – PF Remittance & International Workers Returns (All States)
- 15th March – ESI Remittance (All States)
- 25th March – EDLI (Exempted Employer) Remittance
- The Payment of Wages Act, 1936
- Jammu & Kashmir – Monthly Return (Form VII) due on 15th March
Important Yearly Filings
- 31st March – Annual Professional Tax Remittance & Returns for multiple states, including Maharashtra, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, and Nagaland.
- 31st March – Annual Returns under The Bihar Shops and Establishments Act & The Odisha Shops and Establishments Act.
General Compliance Guidelines
To ensure compliance, businesses must:
✔ Timely payments & filings – Avoid late fees and penalties.
✔ Maintain proper records – Organized documentation is key.
✔ Adhere to state-specific regulations – Each state has unique rules.
✔ Seek expert guidance – Consulting professionals prevents costly errors.
✔ Use automation & reminders – Simplify compliance tracking.
How Sankhla Corporate Services Can Help You
At Sankhla Corporate Services Pvt. Ltd., we provide comprehensive labour law compliance solutions tailored to your business. Our expertise includes:
- Compliance Audits & Consultation
- Establishment Compliance Services
- Payroll Compliance & Factory Licensing
- Contract Labor & Mines Compliance
- Labour Law Compliance & Record Maintenance
- Labour Audits, Inspections & Dispute Advisory
- Standing Order Certification,
- ESIC Compliance & Welfare Fund Compliance
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Note: This march compliance calendar serves as a reference. Please verify deadlines with official government notifications and state-specific laws.