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PF Filing in India: Complete Guide 2025


❊ What is PF Filing?

Provident Fund (PF) filing refers to the submission of periodic returns and payment details of employee and employer PF contributions to the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) by registered employers. It is a statutory requirement under the Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952.

PF filing ensures proper credit of contributions to employees’ PF accounts and compliance with government labor welfare regulations.

❊ Why is TDS Filing Important?

Employers registered under the EPF Scheme must file various returns monthly and annually. Below are the key forms used for PF filings:

Monthly PF Returns:
Form Purpose Due Date
ECR (Electronic Challan-cum-Return) Details of employee contributions, wages, and pension fund contributions 15th of every month
Annual PF Returns:
Form Purpose Due Date
Form 3A Member-wise annual contribution statement 30th April
Form 6A Consolidated annual contribution statement for all employees 30th April

❊ PF Return Filing Due Dates (2025)

  • Companies, LLPs, and partnership firms
  • Proprietorships whose turnover exceeds limits under tax audit provisions

Note: Late filings attract penalties and interest.

    ❊ PF Filing Process in India

    Here’s how PF return filing works for employers:

    • 1. Login to EPFO Unified Portal: unifiedportal-emp.epfindia.gov.in
    • 2. Prepare ECR File: Download ECR Excel template → fill employee PF and pension contribution details.
    • 3. Generate and Upload ECR: Convert to text file format (.txt) and upload.
    • 4. Verify Challan Amount: System auto-generates total contribution amount.
    • 5. Make Payment: Pay via online banking or offline through approved banks.
    • 6. Submit Return: Download the payment receipt and submission acknowledgment.

❊ Benefits of Timely PF Filing

Filing PF returns regularly ensures:

  • Statutory Compliance: Avoiding penalties, interest, and legal notices.
  • Employee Benefits Protection: Ensuring employees’ retirement, pension, and insurance entitlements.
  • Business Reputation: Maintaining a good track record with labor authorities.
  • Hassle-free Employee Claims: Enabling timely PF withdrawals, pension, and EDLI benefits for employees.
  • Income Tax Benefits: PF contributions are tax-deductible for employers.

❊ Late Fee, Penalties & Interest for PF Return Non-Compliance

Failing to file PF returns or deposit contributions on time attracts:

    Interest (Section 7Q): 12% per annum for delayed payment. Penalties (Section 14B):
  • 5% p.a. for up to 2 months
  • 10% p.a. for 2–4 months
  • 15% p.a. for 4–6 months
  • 25% p.a. for over 6 months

Note: Both penalties and interest are calculated on the due amount.

❊ Who Must File PF Returns?

Mandatory for:

  • All establishments with 20 or more employees

  • Companies voluntarily registered under EPF Act

  • Establishments notified by the Central Government

❊ Documents Required for PF Filing

Essential documents for PF registration and filing:

  • PF Registration Certificate (allotment letter)
  • Establishment’s PAN card
  • Employee details (Aadhaar, PAN, bank details)
  • Salary & wage register
  • Attendance register
  • PF Contribution & deduction statement
  • Challan payment receipts

❊ How to Check PF Filing Status Online?

  • 1. Visit epfindia.gov.in
  • 2. Go to Our Services → For Employers → EPFO Unified Portal
  • 3. Login with establishment credentials.
  • 4. Check under Payment Details → Transaction History
  • 5. Download status reports of ECR submissions and payments.

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FAQs on PF Filing in India

It’s the monthly and annual filing of Provident Fund returns and payment details by employers to the EPFO.

Any business with 20 or more employees or voluntarily registered establishments.

Electronic Challan-cum-Return — a monthly return filed with employee and employer PF contribution details.

15th of every month for ECR filing.

No, but you must intimate EPFO about cessation of employment.

Member-wise annual contribution statement for each employee.

Annual consolidated statement of all employees' contributions.

Interest @12% p.a. and penalties up to 25% p.a. apply.

Yes, within limited timelines via EPFO’s grievance redressal system.

Yes, if the startup employs 20 or more people or opts for voluntary coverage.

From the employer login dashboard → ECR filing → Payment transaction history.

Yes, for linking employee UAN and contribution records.

Yes, for certain establishments especially during claim settlements.

Through the EPFO unified portal using net banking of authorized banks.

Employees Deposit Linked Insurance scheme providing life cover to PF members.

Legal action, penalties, and interest are levied.

No, all ECR filings and payments are done online.

12% of basic salary from both employer and employee.

Yes, via transaction history on the EPFO portal.

Yes, if covered under the eligibility criteria of 20 or more employees.
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