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We offer complete, end-to-end Labour Law Compliance Management services across India. Ensure timely filings, workforce safety, and full legal protection — without worrying about inspections, fines, or outdated documentation.
⚖ Key Labour Laws in India We help your business comply with core labour regulations — from wages to welfare — ensuring lawful and ethical HR practices. Stay compliant and build a trusted employer brand.
Labour compliance is not just about paperwork—it’s about building trust with employees, reducing legal risks, and creating an ethical workplace.
Benefits of staying compliant:
Prevent fines, lawsuits & penalties
Ensure smooth inspections (EPFO, ESIC, Labour Dept)
Boost employee trust and retention
Qualify for tenders, funding, and audits
Protect employer reputation and market value
Every establishment must maintain the following (digitally or physically):
Compliance Document | Purpose |
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Muster Roll | Daily attendance of workers |
Wage Register | Details of salaries paid |
Leave Register | Earned leaves and sick leaves |
Register of Fines | Deductions for misconduct |
PF/ESIC Records | Contributions and challans |
Employment Cards | Worker identity and service history |
Accident Register | Reportable workplace incidents |
Labour Welfare Fund Returns | As applicable in some states |
Apply to pan-India businesses (like EPFO, ESIC, CLRA, Factories Act).
Every state has its own version of Shops & Establishment Act, Labour Welfare Fund Rules, and Professional Tax Regulations. Examples
Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund must be filed twice a year
Karnataka mandates digital registration renewals annually
Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act
BOCW (Building & Other Construction Workers) Act
EPFO/ESIC for all site workers
Maternity Benefit Act
Night shift compliance for female staff
Staff welfare facilities under OSH Code
Shops & Establishment registration
Weekly holiday compliance
Minimum Wages for part-time/shift staff
Karnataka or Telangana S&E Acts
Overtime policy for tech staff
Inclusion of contract workforce for PF/ESI
We handle turnkey compliance for organizations of all sizes across sectors.
Entity registration under Shops & Establishments
EPFO & ESIC code application and returns
Contractor labour license & CLRA management
Digitization of wage & attendance records
Return filings under all applicable laws
Factory Act registrations and renewals
Assistance during labour inspections
Internal audit of HR and payroll compliance
Compliance | Frequency | Filing Authority |
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EPF Monthly Return (Form 5,10,12A) | Monthly | EPFO |
ESIC Return | Monthly | ESIC Portal |
Labour Welfare Fund | Half-yearly/Annually | State Board |
Shops & Establishment License | Annually | Local Labour Department |
Minimum Wages Register | Ongoing | On-site Audit |
Contractor Registration (CLRA) | One-time/Renewable | Labour Office |
Maternity Benefits Register | As per case | HR Dept/Labour Inspector |
Law | Non-Compliance Consequence |
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EPF Act | ₹5,000–₹50,000 fine + interest |
ESI Act | Up to 3 years imprisonment |
Factories Act | ₹1 lakh per offense + closure risk |
Minimum Wages | ₹10,000+ per worker underpaid |
Gratuity Act | ₹10,000–₹20,000 per violation |
CLRA | Blacklisting from govt contracts |
In addition, non-compliance blocks IPOs, funding rounds, and contract bids.
It means following statutory laws related to employee rights, welfare, and safety. The employer, HR manager, or compliance officer is responsible for timely filings and documentation.
Yes. Even startups with 5–10 employees must comply with EPFO, ESI, Maternity Benefit, and State Shops & Establishment rules, especially if hiring full-time staff.
PF applies if you have 20+ employees. ESI applies if you have 10+ employees drawing salaries below ₹21,000/month. Voluntary registration is also an option.
Yes. Labour laws often apply even to temporary, part-time, or contractual workers. Especially important for PF, ESI, and minimum wage laws.
Inspectors check registers, licenses, wage slips, ESI/PF records, and leave policies. Non-availability of documents can lead to fines or legal action.
Yes. Contractors, vendors, or employers can be blacklisted from government or corporate tenders if they fail in compliance or underpay workers.
Yes, in most states. Some states offer 3–5 year validity but annual compliance forms must still be submitted.
We provide centralized dashboards and dedicated regional experts for each state to manage local S&E Acts, LWF, and PT compliance.
Absolutely. We help employers and contractors with CLRA license applications, renewals, register maintenance, and digital wage payment setup.
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