The Employees' State Insurance scheme provides medical and cash benefits to workers. Employers in North Lakhimpur with 10 or more employees (in most states) earning up to ₹21,000 a month must register with ESIC.
This guide explains ESI applicability, contributions and the monthly compliance for a North Lakhimpur employer.
What is ESI Registration in North Lakhimpur?
ESI is a social-security scheme run by ESIC that covers medical care, sickness, maternity and disability benefits. Registration is online and covers all eligible employees at the North Lakhimpur establishment.
Contributions are a small percentage of wages, shared between employer and employee.
| Threshold | 10 or more employees (varies by state) |
|---|---|
| Wage ceiling | Employees earning up to ₹21,000/month (₹25,000 for persons with disability) |
| Employer share | 3.25% of wages |
| Employee share | 0.75% of wages |
Documents required
- PAN and registration certificate of the establishment
- Address proof of the North Lakhimpur premises
- Employee list with wages and joining dates
- Bank account proof and digital signature
Step-by-step process
- Register on the ESIC portal. Apply for employer registration through the Shram Suvidha/ESIC portal.
- Get the ESI code. Receive the 17-digit employer code.
- Enrol employees. Register eligible employees and generate insurance numbers.
- File monthly contributions. Deposit contributions by the 15th of the following month.
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Frequently asked questions
When does ESI apply to a North Lakhimpur business?
Generally once you have 10 or more employees; the wage ceiling of ₹21,000/month decides which employees are covered.
What benefits do employees get under ESI?
Medical care for the worker and dependants, plus sickness, maternity, disablement and dependants' benefits.