ESIC registration is mandatory for establishments employing 10 or more employees (in most states) where employees earn wages up to the prescribed limit under the ESI Act.
The Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Scheme provides comprehensive medical and financial benefits to employees and their dependents.
We offer:
Assistance with all ESIC-related queries
Drafting and filing of ESIC application
Employee detail submission (online and offline)
Obtaining ESIC Registration Certificate
The Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948 introduced a social security and health insurance scheme to safeguard employees against:
Sickness
Maternity
Temporary or permanent disability
Employment-related injury
Death due to workplace accident
The scheme ensures income protection and medical care during times when employees are unable to work.
ESIC registration is mandatory for:
Factories and establishments employing 10 or more employees (threshold may vary in certain states).
Employees earning wages up to the prescribed wage limit under the Act.
Employers must apply for registration within 15 days from the date the Act becomes applicable to their establishment.
The ESIC scheme is funded through contributions from both employers and employees at prescribed rates of wages.
Employee Contribution – A fixed percentage of wages
Employer Contribution – A higher fixed percentage of wages
State Government Contribution – A share of medical benefit expenses
These contributions ensure employees receive medical care and financial assistance during periods of incapacity.
The ESI scheme provides:
Comprehensive medical care for employees
Medical benefits for dependents
Financial support during sickness
Maternity benefits
Compensation for employment injury
Disability benefits
Dependent benefits in case of death
Preparation of the ESI application along with the list of employees before registration.
Filing the ESIC registration form online with all required details and supporting documents.
Authorities verify all submitted information to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Complete application along with required legal documents is submitted for approval.
Upon successful verification, the ESIC registration certificate is issued by the authorities.
The following documents are generally required:
Registration Certificate under Shops & Establishment Act or Factories Act
Address proof of business premises (Rent agreement / latest rent receipt / property tax receipt)
Memorandum & Articles of Association (MOA/AOA) / Partnership Deed / Trust Deed (as applicable)
GST Registration Certificate (if applicable)
PAN Card copy of the entity
Proof of commencement of business (e.g., first invoice copy)
Month-wise employee details and salary structure
Bank statement copy
Employee details including family photograph
Registration under the ESI scheme provides substantial social security benefits, including:
Up to 70% of wages during certified sickness for a specified period.
Comprehensive medical care for employees and their family members.
Paid maternity leave for eligible female employees.
Compensation in case of temporary or permanent disability due to employment injury.
In case of death due to workplace injury, dependents are entitled to a monthly pension (percentage of wages).
Medical expenses coverage for insured persons in old age under prescribed conditions.
Financial assistance towards funeral expenses.
ESIC registration involves legal compliance, documentation accuracy, and timely filing. Engaging a qualified consultant ensures:
Correct application filing
Proper employee data submission
Compliance with statutory timelines
Smooth approval process
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