Dear Members,
I seek clarification on whether e-signatures are valid for EPF Form 11 or if simple acceptance (via email/HR portal) is sufficient.
Key Queries:
1) Is an employee's e-signature (Aadhaar eSign, DSC, Zoho Sign, etc.) legally valid for Form 11 submission?
2) Does EPFO require a physical signature, or is an e-signature acceptable?
3) Are there any official EPFO circulars addressing this?
4) Is e-sign mandatory, or would mere acceptance be considered valid?
Would appreciate insights from HR professionals or legal experts.
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1I seek clarification on whether e-signatures are valid for EPF Form 11 or if simple acceptance (via email/HR portal) is sufficient.
Key Queries:
1) Is an employee's e-signature (Aadhaar eSign, DSC, Zoho Sign, etc.) legally valid for Form 11 submission?
2) Does EPFO require a physical signature, or is an e-signature acceptable?
3) Are there any official EPFO circulars addressing this?
4) Is e-sign mandatory, or would mere acceptance be considered valid?
Would appreciate insights from HR professionals or legal experts.
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Form 11 Submission Requirements
No physical form from the employees' side needs to be submitted to the EPFO. Form 11 declaration is a statement by the employee intended to be available in the employee's personal file, which is kept in the employer's office only and not to be uploaded elsewhere by the employer. Therefore, the employer can accept Form 11 either electronically signed or digitally signed by the employee.
From India, Kannur
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No physical form from the employees' side needs to be submitted to the EPFO. Form 11 declaration is a statement by the employee intended to be available in the employee's personal file, which is kept in the employer's office only and not to be uploaded elsewhere by the employer. Therefore, the employer can accept Form 11 either electronically signed or digitally signed by the employee.
From India, Kannur
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EPF - Form No. 11 - Composite Declaration Form_Blank.xls
EPF Form 11.doc
FORM 11-EPF.pdf
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(Fact Checked)-Your information is correct! Employers can accept Form 11 electronically or digitally signed by the employees as it's not required to be submitted to EPFO. Great job! (1 Acknowledge point)