Provident Fund (PF) is a mandatory retirement savings scheme for employees in India, regulated by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). Every employer registered under PF must file PF returns monthly and annually. Timely and accurate filing ensures smooth compliance and avoids penalties.
At India Accountant, we provide expert PF return filing services for businesses of all sizes, ensuring error-free submissions and complete compliance.
What is PF Return Filing?
PF return filing is the process of submitting employee-wise PF contribution details to the EPFO. It includes monthly reports on:
- Employer and employee contributions
- Wages paid
- UAN (Universal Account Number) details
- KYC status of employees
Types of PF Returns
Monthly Returns:
- Form 12A – Details of contributions
- Electronic Challan cum Return (ECR) – Online submission with payment
- Form 5 – New employee enrollment details
- Form 10 – Details of employees who have left
Annual Returns:
- Form 3A – Monthly contribution details for each employee
- Form 6A – Consolidated annual contribution details of all employees
Due Date
- Monthly PF Return (ECR): On or before the 15th of every month
- Annual PF Return: On or before 30th April of the following financial year
Penalties for Late Filing
- Interest @12% per annum on delayed payment
- Damages up to 25% of the contribution amount
- Penalties under the EPF Act
Why Choose India Accountant?
- End-to-end PF compliance support
- Monthly return filing with complete accuracy
- Employee KYC and UAN management
- Timely reminders and due date tracking
- Expert handling of inspections and queries
Contact Us for PF Return Filing
Let our experts handle your PF compliance so you can focus on your business.
Email: info@indianaccountant.in
Website: indianaccountant.in
Phone: 917310106210
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