EPFO Registration (Employees Provident Fund)

About this License

EPFO registration is mandatory for establishments employing 20 or more persons under the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. It covers Provident Fund (PF), Pension Scheme (EPS), and Insurance (EDLI). Both employer and employee contribute 12% of basic wages. The PF amount is payable to the employee on retirement, while the pension provides monthly income post-retirement.

Application Process

Register on EPFO unified portal (unifiedportal.epfindia.gov.in) → Fill employer registration form → Enter employee details → Submit required documents → Receive Establishment Code Number → File monthly returns and pay contributions

Eligibility Criteria

• 1Establishments employing 20+ persons (for mandatory registration)
• 2All factories covered under the Factories Act
• 3Voluntary coverage for establishments with less than 20 employees
• 4Applicable to the entire country (except J&K for some provisions)

Documents Required

Frequently Asked Questions