You are required to contribute 3.25% of the gross wages for every covered employee. Unlike a bonus, this is a non-negotiable monthly statutory cost that increases your “Cost to Company” without increasing the employee’s disposable income.
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In India, Employee State Insurance Scheme is provides social security benefits like sickness allowance, medical care, disability benefits, and more. All the establishments in India or Any non-seasonal factory or establishment having more than 10 employees & wages or salary of Rs. 21,000 per month are covered under the ESIC scheme, the employer contribution will be 3.25% of the monthly wage and employee needs to contribute only 0.75% of his monthly wage every month of the year.
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4 easy steps ESIC Registration
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Fill up the Form.
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Submit the documents.
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Pay Minimal fees.
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Get your ESIC Registration
Process of ESIC Registration
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📞 Get in Touch with Us
Call or WhatsApp us for a free consultation to understand whether ESIC registration applies to your business and what documents are required.
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📄 Document Submission
Submit all required documents such as business PAN, address proof, employee details with salary structure, company registration certificate, and cancelled cheque.
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💳 Fee Payment
You pay our professional charges securely via UPI, bank transfer, or online payment gateway—quick, safe, and hassle-free.
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📝 Application Preparation
Our team prepares your ESIC application accurately with employer and employee details in the prescribed format.
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📤 Online Filing
We submit your application on the ESIC portal, complete verification, and track status for approval.
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📬 ESIC Code Allotment
Once approved, you receive your 17-digit ESIC Registration Code and login credentials for monthly compliance.
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🔧 Post-Registration Support
We guide you with monthly ESI filings, employee enrollment, challan generation, and compliance with inspections or notices from the ESIC department.
Document for ESIC Registration
Proof of Identity
The PAN card of the Individual, Company, Firm, Society, or Trust.
Certificate of Incorporation
The certificate of incorporation for a public or private limited company or a section 8 company.
Proof of Address
Proof of the address of the Principal Place of Business.
Registration certificate
The registration certificate for societies.
Partnership Deed
A copy of the partnership deed for a registered partnership firm.
Legal identification
The legal identification of the proprietor.
Bank Account
A cancelled cheque or bank statement of the entity.
Signature
Digital signatures of the authorized signatories and directors.
Consent
The consent of the majority of employees for voluntary registration.Advantages of ESIC Registration
Tax Benefit
Just like EPF, the employer’s 3.25% contribution is a fully deductible business expense. It reduces your net taxable profit, effectively making the government a partner in subsidizing your employee welfare costs.
Protection against Claims
If an employee suffers a major illness or a workplace accident, the financial burden of treatment falls entirely on the ESIC, not the employer.
Avoidance of Ex-Gratia Payments
Without ESIC, an employer often feels a moral or social pressure to fund an employee’s emergency medical costs. ESIC provides a legal and institutional framework that handles these “out-of-pocket” emergencies.
The "Section 53" Shield
Under the ESI Act, once an employee is covered by ESIC, the employer is legally immune from being sued for compensation under the Workmen’s Compensation Act or other civil laws in case of employment-related injury or death.
Legal De-risking
This “bar on claims” is a massive legal advantage, ensuring that a single industrial accident does not lead to a company-ending lawsuit.
Social Security Branding
Being an ESIC-compliant employer builds an image of a “safe” and “organized” workplace. In 2026, blue-collar and entry-level white-collar workers prioritize jobs that offer the Pehchan Card (ESI card) due to the security it provides their families.
Disadvantages of ESIC Registration
Mandatory Employer Contribution
Monthly Filing
Contributions must be deposited by the 15th of the following month. The ESIC Portal is the sole channel for this, and any technical glitch or delay results in mandatory interest and heavy damages for late payment.
Zero Grace Period
The ESIC department is historically more aggressive than the EPFO in pursuing defaults. They have the power to issue garnishee orders to freeze your company’s bank accounts to recover unpaid dues.
Record Maintenance
You must maintain a detailed Accident Register and other statutory registers. If an employee is injured on-site, the reporting requirements are immediate and require significant documentation to avoid being held liable for the accident yourself.
Group health insurance
Group health insurance may provide better benefits and lower premiums than ESIC. If you already provide a private Group Medical Cover to your employees, ESIC becomes a “double cost” for the same benefit. However, the law does not allow you to skip ESIC just because you have private insurance.
Inspection Risk
You are subject to audits and inspections by EPF Commissioners. Any discrepancies in payroll records or late payments can lead to “show-cause” notices or even the freezing of company bank accounts in extreme cases of default.
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Here are some frequently asked questions about ESIC registration?
Who needs to register for ESIC?
Employers and employees of establishments covered by the ESIC Act must register.
When should employers register?
Employers must register within 15 days of their organization becoming covered by the ESIC Act.
What are the benefits of ESIC registration?
ESIC registration provides employees with medical care, sickness allowance, disability benefits, and other benefits.
How does ESIC registration work?
Both employers and employees contribute a percentage of the employee’s wages to the ESIC fund each month.
How do I register for ESIC?
Employers can register online through the ESIC portal.
What documents are required for ESIC registration?
The employer registration form (Form-1) is required to register for ESIC.
What happens after registration?
After successful registration, the employee receives a 17-digit registration number.
Related business registrations
In addition to registration or incorporation, a business may require other registrations depending on the business activity undertaken. Talk to an advisor to find out registrations your business may require post registration.
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