ESI Return Filing – Stay Compliant with Employee Welfare Laws
- We file your monthly ESI returns on time using Form 5, ensuring compliance with ESIC regulations and avoiding penalties for delays or errors.
- Get expert help registering your business under ESIC for ESI coverage of employees earning ₹21,000 or less, ensuring legal compliance and smooth setup.
- We help you manage insured employee details, UAN generation, and linked Aadhaar info for accurate filings and benefit eligibility under ESI.
- Receive accurate ESI challan generation services for monthly contribution payments, including breakdowns of employer and employee shares.
- Stay informed on ESI law updates and receive continuous guidance on documentation, due dates, and procedural changes to remain fully compliant.
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Missed ESI Filing? 12% Penalty + Jail Risk!
ESI return filing isn’t optional; it’s mandatory for all businesses with 10+ employees. Fail to file by the 15th month? You face:
- 12% annual interest on delayed payments
- ₹5,000 fines + 2-year imprisonment (IPC Section 406/409)
- Employee benefit delays → lawsuits *CA Vakeel ensures 100% on-time filing so you avoid legal nightmares.*
ESI Calendar: Mark These Non-Negotiable Dates
| Filing Type | Due Date | Penalty for Delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Payment | 15th next month | 12% p.a. interest + ₹5k/day fine |
| Half-Yearly Returns | Nov 11 / May 12 | 5-25% p.a. damages on dues |
| Annual Return | January 31 | ESIC inspection triggers |
Real Example: A Gurgaon startup delayed half-yearly filing by 3 months → Paid ₹1.7L in penalties. We prevent this.
How Smart Businesses Avoid ESIC Notices
- Employee Registration: Enroll staff with KYC within 15 days of hiring
- Monthly Deduction: Cut 0.75% from salary + pay 3.25% employer share
- Challan 281: Deposit amount via GSTN portal by 15th
- Half-Yearly Filing: Submit Form 5/10 by Nov 11/May 12
- Annual Reconciliation: File changes by Jan 31
Why 370+ Clients Trust Our ESI Compliance
While software files returns, CAs prevent disasters:
| Risk | Generic Software | CA Vakeel Solution |
|---|---|---|
| IPC 406/409 Charges | No protection | Legal opinion + corrective filings |
| Employee Lawsuits | Self-resolution | Grievance handling + ESIC liaison |
| Incorrect Calculations | Common | Pre-audit by qualified CAs |
| Late Penalties | Alerts only | Auto-filing 7 days pre-deadline |
| Inspection Failures | Limited docs | Maintained registers + audit trail |
Your ESI Stress Ends in 72 Hours
- Discovery: Analyse workforce + past filings (free gap report)
- Registration: Obtain 17-digit ESIC code for new staff
- Monthly Execution:
- Calculate contributions (salary ≤ ₹21,000/month)
- Generate challans + file returns
- Reconcile payments
- Half-Yearly Compliance: Submit Forms 5/10 + contribution reports
- Annual Health Check: Audit readiness + Form-6 filing
*Includes 24/7 ESIC helpline + employee dispute resolution.*
ESI Filing That Fits Your Budget
| Plan | Startup (≤20 staff) | SME (≤75 staff) | Enterprise (100+ staff) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Filing | ₹1,999/month | ₹3,999/month | Custom |
| Half-Yearly | Included | Included | Included |
| Annual Return | Included | Included | Included |
| Legal Shield | Basic | IPC 406 protection | Full litigation support |
| Special Offer | First 6 months 40% off | Free compliance audit | Dedicated CA manager |
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