What is ESI Registration (ESIC)?
The Employees' State Insurance (ESI) scheme provides medical care, sickness, maternity, disability and dependants' benefits to employees and their families. After registration, the employer deducts the employee's share and deposits both contributions with ESIC by the 15th of the following month. TaxBucket handles ESIC registration, employee enrolment (IP numbers), monthly contributions and half-yearly compliance.
Who needs it?
- Establishments with 10 or more employees in notified areas
- Shops, hotels, restaurants, cinemas, educational and medical institutions in notified areas
- Factories covered under the Act
Key benefits
- Medical benefits for employees and their families
- Cash benefits during sickness, maternity and disability
- Dependants' benefits in case of death due to employment injury
- Statutory compliance and avoidance of penalties
Documents required
Checklist: keep these ready
- Registration certificate of the establishment
- PAN of the establishment
- Address proof of the business
- List of employees with wages and joining dates
- Aadhaar, PAN and photographs of employer / directors
- Bank account details
Step-by-step process
- 1
Step 1
Register the employer on the ESIC portal
- 2
Step 2
Submit establishment and employee details
- 3
Step 3
Receive the 17-digit ESIC employer code
- 4
Step 4
Register employees and generate IP (Insurance Person) numbers and e-Pehchan cards
- 5
Step 5
Deposit monthly contributions by the 15th of the following month
Key facts: fees, timelines, due dates and penalties
- 1Applicable to establishments with 10 or more employees in notified areas
- 2Wage ceiling: Rs 21,000 per month (Rs 25,000 for persons with disabilities)
- 3Contribution: 3.25% employer and 0.75% employee
- 4Monthly contribution due by the 15th of the following month
Why choose TaxBucket for ESI Registration (ESIC)?
- 14+ years of experience in tax, GST, MCA and legal compliance
- ISO 9001:2015 certified company with a team of tax and compliance professionals
- Transparent pricing with no hidden charges
- End-to-end online process with a dedicated expert and regular status updates
- Office in South West Delhi; serving clients across India
Frequently asked questions
Who is covered under ESI?
Employees earning up to Rs 21,000 per month in covered establishments.
What is the ESI contribution rate?
The employer pays 3.25% and the employee pays 0.75% of gross wages.
Is ESI required if the business has PF?
Yes. PF and ESI are separate schemes with different thresholds; an establishment may need both.
What is the penalty for late ESI payment?
Interest at 12% per annum and damages can be levied for delayed contributions.
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