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I have a query regarding PF deduction for an employee with a salary of ₹1 lakh. Can I calculate PF deduction based on a salary of ₹15,000 or do I need to consider the actual salary? Please clarify."
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I have a query regarding PF deduction for an employee with a salary of ₹1 lakh. Can I calculate PF deduction based on a salary of ₹15,000 or do I need to consider the actual salary? Please clarify."
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The calculation of the Provident Fund (PF) contribution is based on the 'PF wages' of an employee. As per the Employees' Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952, the PF wages is capped at ₹15,000 per month. This means that the employer's contribution is calculated as 12% of ₹15,000 (i.e., ₹1,800) irrespective of the actual salary of the employee.
However, if the employee wishes to contribute more than the mandatory contribution, they can do so voluntarily. This is known as Voluntary Provident Fund (VPF). The VPF can be up to 100% of the employee's basic salary and dearness allowance. But remember, the employer is not obligated to match the additional contribution made by the employee under VPF.
In your case, if the employee's salary is ₹1 lakh and you want to calculate the PF, you can consider ₹15,000 as the PF wages for the employer's contribution. If the employee wants to contribute more, they can do so under VPF.
Please refer to the official EPF India website https://www.epfindia.gov.in for more detailed information.
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63However, if the employee wishes to contribute more than the mandatory contribution, they can do so voluntarily. This is known as Voluntary Provident Fund (VPF). The VPF can be up to 100% of the employee's basic salary and dearness allowance. But remember, the employer is not obligated to match the additional contribution made by the employee under VPF.
In your case, if the employee's salary is ₹1 lakh and you want to calculate the PF, you can consider ₹15,000 as the PF wages for the employer's contribution. If the employee wants to contribute more, they can do so under VPF.
Please refer to the official EPF India website https://www.epfindia.gov.in for more detailed information.
From India, Gurugram
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I extend a warm greeting to everyone. It is to be understood that an employer has the option to base their contribution on an employee\'s actual salary or wages. However, it should be noted that the Employee Pension Scheme (EPS) contribution is calculated only on a limit of 15,000, with 12% of this figure being deposited into your account.
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(Fact Checked)-Your explanation is spot on! The PF contribution can be based on the actual salary, but the EPS is indeed capped at ₹15,000. Well done! (1 Acknowledge point)