Hello,

I want to know, is PF deduction applicable on Mess Allowance/Canteen Allowance. One of my friends working in the same area has suggested changing my text from Mess Allowance to Other Allowance. Is this appropriate? Please advise.

Regards,
Kiroha

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Dear KIroha, Please peruse the Judgement on your query
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Mess, Fooding or Tiffin allowance are part of Basic Wages, hence PF is applicable on such allowance. Pl do not pay any amount under the head 'Other Allowance' .
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Thanks Srinath, Thanks Yudhbir, Any specific reason for not paying amount under head 'Other Allowance' Regards, Kiroha
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Dear Friends Kindly see my article on S.2(b) EPF Act whic I feel would clarify what all are covered under Basic Wages under EPF Act
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Workar are not ready to deduct their pf in such case what we should do. Any suggestions
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