ESIC registration fees

ESIC (Employees' State Insurance Corporation) registration itself does not have a government-mandated fee. However, employers are required to make monthly contributions to the ESI fund based on employee wages.
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💰 ESI Contribution Rates
Employer's Contribution: 3.25% of the employee's wages

Employee's Contribution: 0.75% of the employee's wages
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These contributions fund medical, sickness, maternity, disablement, and dependent benefits for employees earning ₹21,000 or less per month (₹25,000 for employees with disabilities).
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🧾 Service Provider Fees for ESIC Registration
While the government does not charge a registration fee, third-party service providers offer assistance with ESIC registration and compliance. Their fees vary based on the number of employees and services included.

Service Provider Package Details Price (₹)
OurTaxPartner ESIC Registration Only (up to 25 employees) ₹4,130
VakilSearch ESI Registration Professional Fee (including DSC) ₹1,950 + ₹2,400 (DSC)
Professional Utilities ESIC Registration (up to 50 employees) ₹2,000
MSME Helpline ESIC Registration (up to 20 employees) ₹3,500
Bizigo ESIC Registration (up to 20 employees) ₹5,999
EbizFiling ESIC Registration (up to 50 employees) ₹19,999 (includes 1-year return filing)

Note: Prices are inclusive of GST where applicable.
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⚠️ Penalties for Non-Compliance
Employers who fail to register or make timely contributions to the ESI fund may face penalties, including:
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Interest on delayed payments: Up to 12% per annum

Penal damages: Up to 25% of the contribution amount, depending on the delay

Fines: A fine of ₹10,000 for non-compliance