Auto-Generate ESI Challans in Seconds
Auto-calculate employee and employer ESIC contributions, generate monthly challans, file half-yearly returns (Form 5), and manage IP numbers - 100% compliant with ESIC Act 1948.
Contribution Breakdown
How It Works
ESI Challan in 4 Simple Steps
No spreadsheets, no manual rate lookups, no calculation errors. INDPayroll does it all automatically.
Run Monthly Payroll
Process payroll as usual. INDPayroll automatically identifies ESIC-applicable employees (gross salary ≤ ₹21,000).
Auto-Calculate Contributions
Employee (0.75%) and Employer (3.25%) contributions are computed on gross wages instantly, no manual input needed.
Generate Challan File
One click generates the ESIC challan with total payable amount, challan number and ESIC portal-ready export file.
Pay & File Returns
Pay on the ESIC portal using the generated challan. Half-yearly Form 5 returns auto-generated in April and October.
Features
Complete ESIC Compliance - Nothing Missing
Every ESIC requirement under one roof. From monthly challans to half-yearly returns and IP number management.
Auto Contribution Calculation
Employee (0.75%) and Employer (3.25%) contributions auto-computed on gross wages each month. Zero manual effort.
Applicability Check
Automatically identifies employees eligible for ESIC (gross ≤ ₹21,000/month). Excludes ineligible employees from computation.
Monthly Challan Generation
Generate monthly ESIC challan with one click. Includes challan number, wage month, amount due and employer ESIC code.
ESIC Portal Export
Export challan in ESIC portal-compatible format. Direct upload to esic.gov.in - no reformatting or data re-entry.
Half-Yearly Returns (Form 5)
Auto-generate Form 5 half-yearly returns in April and October. Stay compliant without tracking deadlines manually.
IP Number Management
Manage Insured Person (IP) numbers for each employee. Track ESIC registration status and link to employee profiles.
Deadline Reminders
Automated reminders for monthly challan due dates (15th of next month) and half-yearly return filing deadlines.
ESIC Liability Reports
Month-wise ESIC liability reports, employee-wise contribution statements and annual ESIC expense summaries.
Payroll Integration
Fully integrated with payroll. Employee contribution auto-deducted from salary; employer contribution tracked separately.
ESIC Quick Reference
Everything You Need to Know About ESIC Rates
INDPayroll applies all these rules automatically so you never have to look them up again.
| Parameter | Rate / Rule | Applied By | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employee Contribution | 0.75% of gross wages | Auto ✓ | Monthly |
| Employer Contribution | 3.25% of gross wages | Auto ✓ | Monthly |
| Salary Threshold | Applicable if gross ≤ ₹21,000/month | Auto ✓ | Per employee |
| Challan Due Date | 15th of the following month | Reminder | Monthly |
| Half-Yearly Returns (Form 5) | April (Oct–Mar) & October (Apr–Sep) | Auto ✓ | Twice a year |
| Persons with Disability | Employer contribution only (employee exempt) | Auto ✓ | Monthly |
| New Joinees in Contribution Period | Contributions from date of joining | Auto ✓ | Per event |
Full Statutory Suite
ESI is Just One Part of Complete Compliance
INDPayroll handles all Indian statutory obligations in one place - no need to manage multiple tools.
- ✓ESIC challan + Form 5 half-yearly returns
- ✓PF challan (ECR) + Form 3A, 6A, 12A
- ✓TDS (Old & New Regime) + Form 24Q + Form 16
- ✓Professional Tax for all 28 states
- ✓Statutory Bonus (Payment of Bonus Act)
- ✓Gratuity computation and provisioning
- ✓Labour Welfare Fund (LWF) - state-wise
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Finance Controller, PrimeConstruct India
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