ESI Registration at a glance
- What it is
- ESI registration enrols an employer with the Employees' State Insurance Corporation so that eligible employees receive medical, sickness, maternity and disability benefits funded by employer and employee contributions.
- Who it is for
- Employers in notified areas with 10 or more employees, where employees earn within the ESI wage limit.
- How Early Grow helps
- We register your establishment on the ESIC portal, set up employee registrations and help with ongoing monthly contributions.
- Next step
- Book a free consultation or call +91 93541 57455.
ESI Registration
ESI (Employees' State Insurance) is a social security scheme in India providing medical care and cash benefits to employees in the organized sector. ESI registration is mandatory for eligible employers.
ESI Benefits:
- Medical care for employees and their families
- Sickness benefits (up to 91 days)
- Maternity benefits (up to 26 weeks)
- Disability benefits
- Dependent benefits
- Funeral expenses
- Unemployment benefits (under RGSKY scheme)
ESI Eligibility:
- Applicable to non-seasonal factories with 10+ employees
- Applicable to establishments with 20+ employees (e.g., hotels, restaurants, cinemas)
- Extended to construction, education, and other sectors
- Salary limit: ₹21,000 per month (for eligibility)
ESI Registration:
- Online registration on ESIC portal (esic.in)
- Submit required documents:
- Certificate of registration
- Partnership deed (if applicable)
- Memorandum of Association (if applicable)
- PAN card
- GST number
- Pay ESI contribution (employer: 4.75%, employee: 1.75%)
- Receive ESI code number
ESI Contributions:
- Employer contribution: 4.75% of wages
- Employee contribution: 1.75% of wages
- Total contribution: 6.5% of wages
ESI Returns:
- File half-yearly returns (April-September, October-March)
- Submit Form 6 (ESI contribution details)
Penalties for Non-Compliance:
- Fine up to ₹25,000
- Imprisonment up to 3 years
- Interest on unpaid contributions
ESI Registration Fees:
No registration fees; however, ESI contributions apply.
Important Documents:
- ESIC code number certificate
- ESI identity card (for employees)
- Wage records
- Attendance records
ESI Authority:
- Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)
- Regional Offices (ROs)
- Sub-Regional Offices (SROs)
ESI Helpline:
- Toll-free number: 1800-11-2526
- Email: esic-hqrs@esic.in
ESI registration ensures social security benefits for employees and compliance with labor laws.
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Frequently asked questions
ESI registration is required for companies to provide medical and financial benefits to employees in case of sickness, maternity, or workplace injuries. It ensures social security for workers.
Any company with 10 or more employees (20 in some states) must register if their employees earn up to ₹21,000 per month (₹25,000 for disabled employees).
Employers can register online on the ESIC portal by submitting business and employee details, uploading documents, and getting a 17-digit ESI registration number once approved.
You’ll need:
✅ Business registration certificate (Shops & Establishment Act or Factories Act)
✅ Address proof of the company
✅ PAN card of the business
✅ Bank account details
✅ Employee details (joining date, salary, identity proof)
✅ Business registration certificate (Shops & Establishment Act or Factories Act)
✅ Address proof of the company
✅ PAN card of the business
✅ Bank account details
✅ Employee details (joining date, salary, identity proof)
Employer pays 4.75% of the employee’s salary
Employee pays 1.75%
This 6.5% contribution goes towards ESI benefits.
Employee pays 1.75%
This 6.5% contribution goes towards ESI benefits.
Employees and their families get:
✅ Medical care at ESI hospitals and dispensaries
✅ Sick leave with pay
✅ Maternity benefits for women employees
✅ Disability benefits for workplace injuries
✅ Financial support for dependents in case of employee death
✅ Medical care at ESI hospitals and dispensaries
✅ Sick leave with pay
✅ Maternity benefits for women employees
✅ Disability benefits for workplace injuries
✅ Financial support for dependents in case of employee death
Yes, if your business meets the eligibility criteria. Not registering can lead to fines and legal action.
Employees get an ESI card and can avail medical benefits at registered ESI hospitals or clinics. Cash benefits are claimed through the employer.
No, if an employee earns ₹21,000 or less, ESI is mandatory. There’s no option to opt out.
If an employer doesn’t register or contribute, they can face penalties, fines, and legal consequences. They may also have to pay past dues with interest.
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