Understanding the Need for Closure Reporting Reporting closure is a legal obligation under the ESIC Act. It stops further contribution liability after cessation of operations. Prevents accumulation of penalties or notices post-closure. Ensures formal deactivation of...
Employees State Insurance Corporation Articles
What are the timelines for benefit disbursement?
Sickness Benefit Payment is generally made within 7 days from submission of complete claim. Claim must be supported with medical certification and leave details. Benefit is disbursed biweekly for the certified period of sickness. Employee must submit claims within 3...
What is the employer’s role in employee ESIC benefits?
Facilitating Employee Registration Register each eligible employee under the ESIC portal upon joining. Ensure accurate entry of personal, contact, and family details. Generate and issue the employee’s insurance number. Assist in issuing the E-Pehchan card to access...
How to file ESIC for contractual labor?
Understanding ESIC Applicability for Contractual Labor Contractual labor is covered under ESIC if employed through a contractor in a covered establishment. The principal employer is ultimately responsible for ensuring compliance. Contributions are required if the...
What are the common mistakes in ESIC filing?
Incorrect Employee Details Entering wrong employee names, gender, or date of birth. Providing incorrect Aadhaar or insurance number. Mismatched records between wage register and ESIC portal. Failing to update address or dependent details on time. Overlooking newly...
How to manage multiple branches under ESIC?
Branch Registration under ESIC Each branch must be registered individually under the main ESIC employer code. Sub-codes are issued for each additional branch. Application for sub-code is made through the main account dashboard. Details like address, number of...
What is the employer’s responsibility post-registration?
Maintain Accurate Employee Records Record all eligible employees with their personal and employment details. Update additions or removals of employees in the system promptly. Maintain records of wages, attendance, and working hours regularly. Ensure all information...
How to change login credentials?
Understanding Login Credentials ESIC login credentials include the user ID and password for the employer portal. These credentials are essential to access contribution, challan, and employee details. They are issued during the initial registration of the...
What is TRRN in ESIC?
Definition of TRRN TRRN stands for Temporary Return Reference Number. It is a unique identification number generated during payment of ESIC contributions. TRRN is used to track and confirm the status of remittance. It links the payment made to a specific month and...
What is the difference between PF and ESI?
Basic Concept PF refers to Provident Fund, a retirement benefit scheme for salaried employees. ESI stands for Employees’ State Insurance, a social security scheme providing medical and cash benefits. PF is managed under the EPF Act, while ESI is governed by the ESI...











