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Provident 
Fund Return

The Provident Fund Return service individuals manage their retirement savings by ensuring accurate and timely returns on their contributions. Our expert team is dedicated to maximizing your and providing clear guidance throughout the process.

Services Included in PF Return Filing

An HR or employer selecting the correct

PF Return Form Selection & Eligibility Check

  • Identifying applicable forms like Form 5, Form 10, Form 12A, ECR, etc.

  • Applicable for employers registered under EPFO

An HR professional reviewing employee de

Employee Data Verification

  • Verification of UAN, name, PAN, Aadhaar, and joining/leaving dates

  • Ensuring accurate employee master data to avoid mismatch errors

An employer or accountant calculating mo

Monthly PF Contribution Calculation

  • Calculation of employer and employee PF contributions

  • Segregation of wages, allowances, and deductions as per EPF rules

An employer uploading employee PF data a

Electronic Challan cum Return (ECR) Filing

  • Preparation and upload of ECR file on the EPFO portal

  • Includes automated contribution breakups and wage validation

A user generating a PF_ESI challan with

Challan Generation & Payment Assistance

  • Generation of monthly PF challans

  • Support with NEFT/online payment of dues

An HR or compliance officer uploading Fo

Form 5, 10 & 12A Submission (if applicable)

  • Assistance in generating and submitting monthly/quarterly forms

  • Required for workforce additions, exits, and contributions summary

A user receiving a digital acknowledgmen

Acknowledgment & Filing Proof Delivery

  • Sharing proof of successful ECR filing and challan payment

  • Digital delivery via WhatsApp or email

A compliance expert correcting errors in

Error Correction & Revision Support

  • Support for correcting member details or resubmitting returns if rejected

  • One free revision included in premium plans

A digital calendar with marked complianc

Compliance Calendar & Due Date Reminders

  • Monthly filing reminders for PF due dates (usually by the 15th)

  • Avoid penalties with timely alerts

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1 / What is PF return filing?

PF return filing is a monthly process of submitting employee contribution and wage details to the EPFO via ECR (Electronic Challan cum Return).

2 / Who is required to file PF returns?

Every employer registered under EPFO must file monthly PF returns (if 20+ employees or as mandated by the Labor Department).

3 / What is the due date for PF return filing?

The due date for PF return (ECR) is on or before the 15th of every month following the wage month.

4 / What are the penalties for late PF filing?

Late filing may attract:

  • ₹5,000+ penalty

  • 12% per annum interest on late payment

  • 1% per month damage charges

5 / What is ECR and TRRN?

  • ECR (Electronic Challan cum Return) is the return file containing monthly employee-wise PF data.

  • TRRN (Temporary Return Reference Number) is the unique ID for your payment and return filing.

6 / Can I revise a PF return after filing?hat is ECR and TRRN?

  • You cannot revise an ECR once filed, but you can submit corrections separately, such as:

  • Employee name/UAN mismatch

  • Wage corrections via employer requests

6 / Do I need to file PF returns if no salary is paid?

  • Yes. If the registration is active, Nil returns or proper declarations must still be filed.

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