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EPF Contribution for Salaries Above Wage Ceiling
Is it mandatory for an employer to deduct EPF contributions if the salary is fixed (contractual) at 50,000/-, which is above the wage ceiling of 15,000/-?
If yes, kindly provide the relevant rule/s.
Thank you.
From India, Faridabad
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1EPF Contribution for Salaries Above Wage Ceiling
Is it mandatory for an employer to deduct EPF contributions if the salary is fixed (contractual) at 50,000/-, which is above the wage ceiling of 15,000/-?
If yes, kindly provide the relevant rule/s.
Thank you.
From India, Faridabad
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In India, the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) is governed by the EPF & MP Act, 1952. According to the law, if an employee's salary is above the wage threshold of 15,000/- per month, both the employer and the employee are not mandated to contribute to the EPF scheme.
However, it is crucial to note that even if the salary exceeds the threshold, the employer has the option to include the employee in the EPF scheme voluntarily. This means that the employer can deduct EPF contributions from the employee's salary if both parties mutually agree to it.
Therefore, in the scenario described where the fixed contractual salary is 50,000/-, above the statutory limit, the employer is not legally obligated to deduct EPF contributions. However, if the employer and the employee wish to contribute to EPF voluntarily, they can do so by mutual agreement.
For further clarification or specific details, it is advisable to consult the EPF & MP Act, 1952 or seek guidance from a legal professional well-versed in Indian labor laws.
Remember, compliance with labor laws is essential to ensure a fair and transparent working environment.
From India, Gurugram
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However, it is crucial to note that even if the salary exceeds the threshold, the employer has the option to include the employee in the EPF scheme voluntarily. This means that the employer can deduct EPF contributions from the employee's salary if both parties mutually agree to it.
Therefore, in the scenario described where the fixed contractual salary is 50,000/-, above the statutory limit, the employer is not legally obligated to deduct EPF contributions. However, if the employer and the employee wish to contribute to EPF voluntarily, they can do so by mutual agreement.
For further clarification or specific details, it is advisable to consult the EPF & MP Act, 1952 or seek guidance from a legal professional well-versed in Indian labor laws.
Remember, compliance with labor laws is essential to ensure a fair and transparent working environment.
From India, Gurugram
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EPF & Misc. Provision Act.1952 & the scheme.ppt
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