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Employer PF Registration Consultant

Are you searching for a Employer PF Registration Consultant or a reliable PF Registration and Compliance Partner to handle your company’s Provident Fund compliance? Legal Adda is your nearest consultant for EPF registration and compliance services. As one of the leading Labour Law consultants in Ahmedabad and Gujarat, we specialize in helping businesses seamlessly register for PF and meet all statutory obligations with ease.

In India, Provident Fund registration is mandatory if a company employs 20 or more employees. However, voluntary PF registration can also be obtained if the number of employees is less than 20. Voluntary registration is often beneficial for tender bidding and other work order-related requirements.
Here, you can find details about PF applicability, requirements, document checklist, registration process, charges, and return-related compliance in brief. Contact us for PF Registration Service.

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Provident Fund (EPF) Registration Consultant in Ahmedabad

If you’re searching for a Provident Fund (PF) Registration Consultant, Legal ADDA offers expert assistance to ensure smooth and compliant PF registration. As a trusted name in Ahmedabad and across India, we provide end-to-end Employer PF registration services tailored to your business needs.

Our comprehensive EPF services include:

  • Establishment registration with EPFO

  • PF code application

  • Generation of UAN (Universal Account Number) for employees

  • Monthly return filing and PF payment assistance

EPF registration becomes mandatory when your company employs 20 or more people. Still, businesses with fewer employees can also opt for voluntary PF registration, which is often beneficial for tenders and official contracts.

The Employees’ Provident Fund serves as a long-term savings tool, offering retirement security. Both the employer and employee contribute 12% of the employee’s salary to the fund, which can be withdrawn during emergencies or after retirement.

Who Needs to Do PF (Provident Fund) Registration?

PF Registration is Mandatory for the Following Establishments/Companies:

  • If a company or firm has 20 or more employees, PF registration is compulsory.

  • Factories engaged in specific industries (as listed by the government) must also register.

  • Other businesses may also be required to register if notified by the Central Government.

Key Features of Employer PF Registration

  • Mandatory Registration: Required when the total number of employees reaches 20 or more.

  • Monthly EPF Deduction: Employers must deduct EPF contributions from eligible employees’ salaries every month.

  • Monthly Return Filing: Filing of Provident Fund returns is mandatory on a monthly basis.

  • UAN Generation: A Universal Account Number (UAN) must be generated for each covered employee.

  • Exemption Option: Employees earning more than ₹15,000 per month may be exempted from PF, subject to conditions.

  • Subsidy Benefit: Eligible employers can claim subsidies, such as under COVID-19 relief schemes, if applicable.

  • Nationwide Applicability: PF registration is valid across India and applies to all branches or units of the same organization.

  • Penalty for Non-Compliance: Failure to register or file returns can lead to penalties and legal action by EPFO.

Documents Required for Employer PF Registration

  1. Aadhaar Card of the applicant

  2. PAN Card of the applicant

  3. Cancelled cheque (Savings or Current Account)

  4. Consent letter from employees (in case of voluntary registration)

  5. Specimen signature as per prescribed form

  6. Address proof (e.g., Electricity Bill, NOC, Aadhaar Card, GST Certificate, etc.)

  7. In case of a company or firm: Partnership Deed / MOA & AOA / CIN

  8. List of Employee

Can I obtain voluntary PF registration even if my employee strength is below 20?

Yes, you or your company can obtain voluntary Provident Fund registration. However, for voluntary registration, employees must agree to PF deductions.
Here are the key features of voluntary PF registration:

  • If a company has less than 20 employees, it can still register for PF voluntarily.

  • Employees must agree to follow the Provident Fund rules and allow PF deductions.

  • Voluntary registration is often beneficial for tender applications and securing work orders.

Which employees are covered under PF deductions, and who can be exempt?

Employees can choose not to join the Provident Fund on their first day if:

  • Employee don’t have a PF account (UAN) in any previous job.

(AND)

  • Their monthly salary is more than ₹15,000.

If both conditions are met, then such employee can be exempted from PF deductions.

Contribution Rates (EPF)

  • Employees contribute 12% of their salary to the EPF.
  • Employers contribute 13% in total, which includes PF, EDLI, Admin Charges etc.

  • Employees can choose to contribute more than 12%, but employers are not required to match the extra amount.
  • Employers are only required to contribute on a maximum salary of ₹15,000, even if the actual salary is higher.

PF Compliance (Return Filings)

Once your PF registration is done, you need to follow these important steps every month:

  • Add new employees to the PF portal when they join your company.

  • File PF returns by the 15th of every month.

  • Pay PF contributions (both employee’s and employer’s share) on time.

  • Approve any correction or update requests made by employees when needed.

Charges & Fees for PF Registration in Gujarat

We Charge Professional Fees of Rs. 5000/- Inclusive of all, Which Includes Provident Fund Registration and Employee State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) Registration.

How to Apply for EPF Registration Online?
Step 1: Send us documents

Send us documents as per checklist for Employer PF Registaration

Step 2: We will Submit Application

We will submit Online Application for Employer PF as per Applicable Rules.

Step 3: Get PF Code Certificate

You will get Provident Fund (PF Code) Certificate within 30 Mins.

PF Registration Consultant Near Me in Gujarat

Consultant Name: Legal Adda

Services: PF Registration Consultant

Contact Number: 9726365800 – 9726365807

Consultancy Address: 310 (403 & 412) Anand Milan Complex, Opp Jain Derasar, Navrangpura Cross Road, Ahmedabad – 380009 Gujarat

Our Offices/Branches: Jamnagar, Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Mehsana, Vadodara, Surat, Vapi etc.

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FAQ's on Provident Fund Registration

Yes, if there are fewer than 20 employees overall, voluntary registration is permitted.

Yes,  Generally government tender requires PF and ESIC Certificates.