PF ALERT
Provident Fund – Online filing and payment
Form: Electronic Challan cum Receipt Filling (ECR)
Deadline: 15th day of every month for the previous month’s contribution
Why should we file?
This return will have wise details of the wages and contributions, simplifying and digitizing the monthly fillings before EPFO for employers.
Please note the filings under the old labour law regime will continue until notified otherwise under the new labour codes.
ESIC Alert
File your monthly ESI reports with the ESIC
Form: Form 6
Deadline: 15th day of every month for the previous month’s contribution
Why file?
The main purpose of the monthly filing is to ensure that the employees receive their mandated social security benefits
Please note the filings under the old labour law regime will continue until notified otherwise under the new labour codes
Keep your workforce records fresh! Update new hires, exits, roles, and more to stay compliant and organized.
Note that a NIL return can also be submitted.
Professional Tax Alert
Ensure you file your monthly Professional Tax return
Form: Form 5A
Deadline: 20th day of every month for the previous month’s contribution
When to deduct?
When the salary of the employee is more than 25,000 per month
Note: If the monthly deduction is less than Rs. 5000, filing can be made quarterly
Is there any threshold?
Yes, not more than Rs. 2500 can be deducted in a year
Please note the compliance and dates mentioned are as applicable in the State of Karnataka
Keep your workforce records fresh! Update new hires, exits, roles, and more to stay compliant and organized.
Note that a NIL return can also be submitted.
Employment Exchange Return Alert
Employment Exchange Quarterly Returns
Form: Form ER 1
Deadline: 30th April 2026
Why file?
To provide information on employment, vacancies, and manpower to help government agencies track labour market conditions.
Private sector? File ER-1.
Public sector? File ER-2.
Double-check your details and submit on time—then save that confirmation message like a pro!
Professional Tax Alert
Employers must pay annual tax for renewal of their enrolment under the Karnataka Tax on professions, trades, callings, and employment rules, 1976
Form: Form 4-A
Deadline: 30th April 2026
Please note the compliance and dates mentioned are as applicable in the State of Karnataka
Still wondering where to file this form?
Online via the e-PRERANA portal of the Karnataka Commercial Taxes Department
ESIC Alert
File your half-yearly ESI reports with the ESIC
Form: Form 5
Deadline: 12th May 2026
Please note the filings under the old labour law regime will continue until notified otherwise under the new labour codes.
Ensure all ESI challans and monthly contribution returns are properly maintained and filed on time. Accurate documentation means smooth audits and zero compliance hiccups.
Professional Tax Alert
Every employer registered under the Karnataka Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Act, 1976 must file an annual return.
Form: Form 5
Deadline: 30th May 2026
Please note the compliance and dates mentioned are as applicable in the State of Karnataka
Make sure you pay in advance the full tax amount payable on the basis of the return
Do not forget to file the proof of advance payment along with your return.
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