ESIC Registration
ESIC Registration– Classic Partners LLP
Employee State Insurance (ESI) Compliance with Classic Partner
What is ESIC Registration?
The Employee State Insurance (ESI) scheme, governed by the Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948, is a self-financed social security and health insurance program for employees in India. It is managed by the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Labour & Employment.
ESIC provides financial protection and comprehensive medical care to employees and their families in case of sickness, maternity, disability, or workplace injury.
Registration with ESIC is mandatory for businesses employing 10 or more employees (in some states, 20 employees).
Contribution Structure
Employee Contribution: 0.75% of wages
Employer Contribution: 3.25% of wages
Total Contribution: 4% of employee’s wages
(Revised from earlier 6.5% to current notified rates)
Applicable to employees earning up to ₹21,000 per month (₹25,000 for persons with disabilities).
Advantages of ESIC Registration
Complete medical benefits for employees and their dependents
Nationwide access to ESI dispensaries and hospitals
Cash compensation during sickness, maternity leave, and employment injury
Funeral expenses and dependents’ benefit in case of death due to employment injury
Improves employee morale, retention, and social security coverage
Applicability of ESI Registration
The scheme applies to establishments such as:
Shops, Hotels, and Restaurants
Theatres and Cinema Halls
Transport and Roadside Establishments
News Agencies and Print Media
Medical and Private Educational Institutions (in notified states)
Documents Required
Registration Certificate under Shops & Establishment Act or Factories Act
MOA & AOA (for Companies) / Partnership Deed (for Firms)
PAN of the business and Address Proof
Bank statements showing commencement of operations
List of Employees with monthly salary details
List of Directors/Partners/Shareholders
Factory/Business commencement date & registration certificates
Registration Process
File Form-1 (Employer’s Registration Form) online on the ESIC portal.
ESIC issues a 17-digit unique identification number after verification.
Upload employee details and photographs for issuance of ESI Cards.
Registration is permanent—valid for the lifetime of the establishment.
Any changes (addition of employees, updated salary details, etc.) must be reported online.
ESI Returns – Filing & Compliance
ESI Returns are filed half-yearly through the ESIC portal.
Employers must maintain records such as:
Attendance Register
Wages & Form 6 Register
Accident Register & Inspection Book
Monthly challans and contribution records
How Classic Partner Helps
Our team of Chartered Accountants and compliance experts ensure smooth ESIC registration and ongoing support:
Filing and processing ESIC registration application
Employee enrolment and issuance of ESIC cards
Monthly contribution calculation and challan filing
Half-yearly ESI return filing
Advisory on compliance with PF, ESI, and labour laws
Get in touch with Classic Partner for quick and hassle-free ESIC Registration and ongoing compliance support for your business.
