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Yes, ESIC registration is mandatory for employers with 10 or more employees (20+ in Maharashtra and West Bengal) earning up to ₹21,000 per month.

The wage limit for ESIC contribution is ₹21,000 per month. Employees earning more than this amount are not covered under ESIC.

The employer contributes 4.75% of wages and the employee contributes 0.75% of wages to the ESIC fund. Total contribution is 5.75%.

ESIC provides comprehensive medical care to employees and their families, sickness benefit at 70% of wages, disablement benefit, and death benefit in case of employment injury.

ECR (Employee's Contribution Register) is the monthly return filed by employers to ESIC, containing details of all covered employees and their contributions for the month.

ESIC contributions are due by the 15th of the following month. For example, contributions for April must be paid by May 15th.

ESIC registration is mandatory once the employer crosses the threshold. However, if the employee count falls below the threshold, the employer can apply for de-registration.

Non-registration can attract penalties up to the amount of contribution due, plus interest. The employer may also face criminal prosecution under the ESI Act.

Form 01 is the Employer's Registration Form filed with ESIC to obtain an employer code (ESIC number).

Yes, ESIC and PF are separate compliances. ESIC provides health insurance and sickness benefits, while PF provides retirement savings. Both are mandatory if the criteria are met.