If you're looking to apply for Provident Fund (PF) by yourself in a startup, follow these steps:
Steps to Apply for PF Registration in a Startup
Check Eligibility
PF registration is mandatory for organizations with 20 or more employees. If your startup has less than 20 employees, you can apply for voluntary registration.
Obtain DSC (Digital Signature Certificate)
A DSC is required for online application approval by the employer.
Visit the EPFO Unified Portal
Go to https://www.epfindia.gov.in.
Register on EPFO Employer Portal
Fill out the Online Application (Shram Suvidha Portal). Go to the Shram Suvidha Portal and log in using your credentials.
Click on "Establishment Registration" and sign up using your details. Log in and proceed with the PF registration process.
Fill the Online Registration Form (Form 5A & Form 1)
Provide company details (Name, PAN, Address, Type of Business, Bank Details, etc.). Upload scanned copies of required documents.
Upload Required Documents
Company PAN Card
Certificate of Incorporation (for Pvt Ltd or LLP)
GST Certificate (if applicable)
Address Proof (Electricity Bill/Rent Agreement)
Bank Details (Cancelled Cheque)
DSC for Authorization
Submit & Get PF Code
After submission, EPFO will verify and issue a PF Registration Number (Establishment Code). You can then generate UAN (Universal Account Numbers) for employees.
Want Expert Assistance? If you need professional support for PF registration and compliance for your startup, contact our consultancy (MRB HR Group) for hassle-free services.
Let me know if you need further guidance! Mob: [Phone Number Removed For Privacy-Reasons], [Email Removed For Privacy Reasons] Web: www.mrbhrgroup.com
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5Steps to Apply for PF Registration in a Startup
Check Eligibility
PF registration is mandatory for organizations with 20 or more employees. If your startup has less than 20 employees, you can apply for voluntary registration.
Obtain DSC (Digital Signature Certificate)
A DSC is required for online application approval by the employer.
Visit the EPFO Unified Portal
Go to https://www.epfindia.gov.in.
Register on EPFO Employer Portal
Fill out the Online Application (Shram Suvidha Portal). Go to the Shram Suvidha Portal and log in using your credentials.
Click on "Establishment Registration" and sign up using your details. Log in and proceed with the PF registration process.
Fill the Online Registration Form (Form 5A & Form 1)
Provide company details (Name, PAN, Address, Type of Business, Bank Details, etc.). Upload scanned copies of required documents.
Upload Required Documents
Company PAN Card
Certificate of Incorporation (for Pvt Ltd or LLP)
GST Certificate (if applicable)
Address Proof (Electricity Bill/Rent Agreement)
Bank Details (Cancelled Cheque)
DSC for Authorization
Submit & Get PF Code
After submission, EPFO will verify and issue a PF Registration Number (Establishment Code). You can then generate UAN (Universal Account Numbers) for employees.
Want Expert Assistance? If you need professional support for PF registration and compliance for your startup, contact our consultancy (MRB HR Group) for hassle-free services.
Let me know if you need further guidance! Mob: [Phone Number Removed For Privacy-Reasons], [Email Removed For Privacy Reasons] Web: www.mrbhrgroup.com
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