Provident Fund (PF) return filing is a legal requirement for employers to report contributions made towards employees’ PF accounts. This ensures transparency and compliance with the Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. Filing PF returns helps safeguard employees’ retirement savings and demonstrates employer accountability.

Filing PF returns not only fulfills a statutory obligation but also builds trust with employees by showing commitment to their financial welfare. With Vision Tax’s assistance, the PF return filing process is streamlined, enabling accurate and timely compliance.

• Legal Compliance: Ensures adherence to the Provident Fund regulations, avoiding penalties.
  

• Employee Trust and Welfare: Shows commitment to employees’ financial security and retirement savings.
  

• Avoidance of Penalties: Timely filing helps avoid fines for non-compliance.
  

• Enhanced Credibility: Builds credibility with employees and regulatory bodies.
  

• Tax Benefits: Employers can claim tax deductions on PF contributions, enhancing financial efficiency.

1. Employer’s PF Registration Number: A unique identification number assigned to registered employers.

2. Employee Details: Information about each employee enrolled in the PF scheme.

3. Contribution Details: Monthly contribution details for both employer and employee.

4. Challan Payment Details: Details of PF payments made to the EPFO.

• Registered Employers: PF filing is mandatory for employers registered with the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO).
  

• Number of Employees: Generally applies to establishments with 20 or more employees, although some states have different thresholds.
  

• Monthly Contributions: Employers must contribute a specific percentage of employees’ salaries to the PF fund each month.

1. Gather employee and contribution details for the filing period.

2. Calculate total PF contributions for each employee.

3. Submit PF return through the EPFO’s online portal.

4. Verify and submit the return along with payment details.

5. Receive acknowledgment of the PF return filing.

• PF Registration Number: Employer’s unique PF registration ID.
  

• Employee Information: Details including UAN, name, and salary.
  

• Contribution and Payment Details: Records of monthly contributions and payment challans.
  

• Bank Details for Payment: Bank account information for transaction verification.

1. Collect Employee and Contribution Details: Gather necessary details for each employee.

2. Calculate PF Contributions: Compute contributions for both employer and employee.

3. File PF Return: Submit the PF return on the EPFO portal.

4. Submit and Verify Return: Complete submission and verification of return and payments.

5. Receive Acknowledgment: Obtain filing acknowledgment for record-keeping.

Our Fees: Rs. 4,000 + GST
Government Fees: No government fee for PF return filing; late fees and penalties may apply for delays.

Processing generally requires 1-2 days.