Provident Fund (PF) Registration is the process by which an employer registers their establishment under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to comply with the Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952.
Any establishment employing 20 or more employees is mandatorily required to register for PF.
Businesses with fewer employees may also register voluntarily.
Covers employees drawing monthly wages up to ₹15,000 (in some cases, this limit is revised).
Establishment details (name, address, type)
PAN card of the establishment
Aadhaar card of the employer or authorized signatory
Details of employees (name, address, date of joining, etc.)
Bank account details of the establishment
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of the authorized signatory
Visit the EPFO Employer Portal: https://unifiedportal-mem.epfindia.gov.in
Create an employer login by providing necessary details
Fill the PF registration form with establishment and employer details
Upload required documents
Submit the application
Once approved, you receive a PF Establishment Code and can start deducting & depositing PF contributions.
Employer and employee both contribute 12% of basic salary and allowances to PF.
Timely monthly contribution and PF return filing is mandatory.
Penalties apply for non-compliance or late payment.
PF helps employees save for retirement, housing, medical, etc.
