ESIC (Employees' State Insurance Corporation) registration is a process through which employers in India register themselves and their employees under the provisions of the Employees' State Insurance Act, 1948. The ESIC provides social security and health insurance benefits to employees in the organized sector.
Here are the general steps for ESIC registration:
1. Determine eligibility: Employers who have a minimum of 10 employees (20 in some states) are required to register under the ESIC Act. Check if your organization meets the eligibility criteria.
2. Gather required documents: Prepare the necessary documents for registration, which may include:
2a.Employer’s PAN card
2b. Certificate of incorporation/partnership deed (for companies/firms)
2c.Address proof of the establishment
2d.Bank account details
2e.List of employees, including their salary details and Aadhaar card copies
3. Online registration: Visit the ESIC portal (https://www.esic.in) and navigate to the Employer Portal section. Register as a new employer and provide the required details, such as company information, address, contact details, and bank account information.
4. Fill out the Employer Registration Form: Complete the Employer Registration Form (Form-01) with accurate information about your organization, including the details of the employees to be covered under the ESIC scheme.
5. Submit the form: Upload the filled-in Employer Registration Form and other necessary documents on the ESIC portal as per the instructions provided. Ensure that all the information is correct and complete before submitting the form.
6. Verification and approval: The submitted application will be reviewed by the concerned ESIC office. If there are no issues or discrepancies, the ESIC registration will be approved, and a unique employer code will be issued.
7. Receive the ESIC code: Once the registration is approved, you will receive the ESIC code for your establishment. This code is required for various ESIC-related activities, such as filing contributions and accessing online services.
8. Contribution payment: After registration, you will be required to contribute to the ESIC fund. The contributions need to be made regularly based on the employee’s wages and the prevailing contribution rates.