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Employees Provident Fund Registration 2026

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Experience a smooth and hassle-free EPF Registration with Avinext Legal Services. Our experts manage the entire compliance and documentation process with accuracy, payroll support and timely filings.

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EPF Registration Guide & Procedure

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Share Company & Employee Details

Provide your company registration details, number of employees, salary structure and basic KYC through our simple online form for EPF registration.

EPF Eligibility & Compliance Check

We verify whether your establishment is mandatorily covered under EPF, check threshold limits and guide you on employer responsibilities and contribution rates.

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EPFO Portal Setup & Registration

Our team creates your EPFO login, prepares required information and gets your PF Establishment/Employer Code generated on the EPFO portal.

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Employee UAN & PF Account Linking

We assist in UAN generation/linking for employees, update KYC and map each employee under your EPF establishment for smooth contribution processing.

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Monthly Returns & Ongoing Compliance

Get end-to-end support for monthly EPF challans, ECR filing, payment tracking and compliance so that your organisation stays fully PF-compliant.

EPF Registration & Compliance
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Experience a smooth and hassle-free Employees Provident Fund (EPF) Registration with our compliance experts. From employer code registration to employee UAN, monthly PF filings and notices reply — we manage everything for you with accuracy and timelines.

EPF Registration 2026: Complete Process Step By Step

EPF Registration 2026 – Overview

Employees Provident Fund (EPF) Registration is mandatory for organisations employing 20 or more employees. It is regulated by the Employees’ Provident Fund & Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. EPF ensures financial security to employees through long-term retirement savings.

EPF registration is done online through the EPFO Portal. After registration, the company receives an EPF Establishment ID and must file monthly PF returns.

Quick Note: After EPF registration, monthly PF contributions and challan filing are compulsory to avoid penalties.

Benefits of EPF Registration

  • Long-term retirement savings & financial security for employees.
  • Tax-free interest and maturity amount for employees.
  • Partial withdrawal available for personal needs such as housing, education and medical emergencies.
  • Life insurance benefits under EDLI scheme.
  • Builds employee trust and strengthens organisational credibility.
  • Helps avoid heavy penalties and legal liability for non-registration.

Eligibility for EPF Registration

The following organizations must obtain EPF Registration in India:

Establishment TypeRequirement
Companies / LLP / Firms20+ employees
Shops & Commercial Establishments20+ staff
Factories & Industrial UnitsCovers from day one of operations
Educational InstitutionsSchools & colleges with 20+ staff
Voluntary RegistrationAvailable even with <20 staff if employer & employees agree

EPF Contribution Rates (2026)

Both employer and employee contribute to the Provident Fund every month.

ContributorContribution Rate
Employer12% of basic wages + DA + retaining allowance
Employee12% of basic wages + DA + retaining allowance
Total PF Contribution24% of employee wages per month
Note: For eligible small organisations, a reduced PF rate of 10% applies as per EPFO rules.

Documents Required for EPF Registration

  • Company/LLP/Firm Incorporation Certificate
  • PAN of Business & Aadhaar of Employer
  • GST Certificate / Shop Establishment Certificate
  • List of Employees with salary breakup & joining dates
  • Cancelled Cheque / Bank Passbook
  • Digital Signature (DSC) of Employer / Authorised Signatory
  • Email ID & Mobile Number of Employer

EPF Registration Process 2026 – Step by Step

  1. Share company & employee details
  2. Verification of documents
  3. Creation of employer login on EPFO portal
  4. Online filing of EPF registration application
  5. Allotment of EPF Establishment ID
  6. Employee UAN generation & linking
  7. Start monthly PF contribution & return filing
Important: Non-filing of PF returns attracts interest, penalties and prosecution by EPFO.

EPF Registration Govt. Fees & Professional Charges

There is no government fee for EPF Registration. Monthly PF contribution and filing must be done after registration.

Fee TypeDetails
Govt. EPF Registration Fee₹0 (Free)
Monthly PF Contribution24% of wages (Employer + Employee)
Professional / Legal ChargesDepends on number of employees & filing responsibility

*Final quote depends on employee count & documentation readiness.

Why Choose Us

From registration to annual compliance, we simplify every step with expert guidance, transparent pricing and on-time delivery tailored to your organisation.

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Pan-India Service

We assist NGOs, startups and companies across India with fully online documentation and support – no need to visit any office.

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Experienced CA / CS Team

Your work is handled by qualified professionals who understand regulations, funding requirements and ground-level challenges.

Fast & Transparent Process

Clear timelines, document checklists and regular updates – so you always know the exact status of your application.

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Long-Term Compliance Support

Beyond registration, we help with 12A, 80G, FCRA, GST and annual filings, keeping your organisation compliant year after year.

Employees Provident Fund (EPF) Registration – FAQs

Common questions about EPF registration, eligibility, contribution & employer compliance.

Yes. EPF registration is mandatory for every establishment employing 20 or more employees. Voluntary registration is also allowed for businesses with less than 20 employees if both employer and employees agree.
The standard PF contribution rate is 12% of basic salary + DA by the employer and 12% by the employee (totalling 24%). In some cases, the rate may be 10% depending on eligibility under EPF rules.
Yes. Employees earning above ₹15,000/month can also be registered under PF with employer–employee mutual approval. PF contribution helps long-term savings and pension benefits.
Yes. After PF registration, the employer must file monthly PF returns and deposit contributions before the due date. Late filing attracts penalties and interest.
Employees receive retirement savings, pension (EPS), and life insurance coverage (EDLI). PF balance can also be withdrawn partially for medical, education, home purchase or at retirement.
Yes. EPF and ESI are separate compliance systems. A company may be eligible for EPF earlier or later than ESI depending on employee strength and salary structure.
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