ESI Registration
Ensure employee welfare with statutory ESI coverage under the Employees' State Insurance Act.
Meaning
Employees' State Insurance (ESI) is a social security scheme regulated by the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC). It provides medical, sickness, maternity, and other benefits to employees earning below ₹21,000 per month.
Purpose
ESI registration ensures compliance with labor laws and provides employees with access to healthcare and financial security in times of need. It is mandatory for organizations employing 10 or more workers in most states.
Advantages
- Medical and sickness benefits for employees and their families
- Accident compensation and maternity benefits
- Employer compliance with statutory obligations
- Eligibility for ESI hospitals and dispensaries
Step-by-Step Procedure
- Register the organization on the ESIC portal
- Submit employer and employee details
- Upload required documents (address proof, PAN, bank details)
- Receive a 17-digit unique Employer Code Number
- Begin monthly ESI contributions and filing returns
Checklist of Documents Required
- PAN of the business
- Address proof of the establishment
- List of employees with salary details
- Bank statement of the company
- Digital Signature of employer (Class 2 or 3)
- Registration Certificates (GST, Shop Act, etc.)
What You Get
- ESI Employer Registration Certificate
- 17-digit ESI Code Number
- Employee Insurance Number & Cards
- Compliance support for ESI filing