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Corporate Law : EPFO introduces easier PF transfer with revamped Form 13 and bulk UAN generation for employers (without immediate Aadhaar)....
Corporate Law : EPFO introduces UAN allotment and activation through UMANG app using Face Authentication (FAT). Simplifies access to EPFO services...
Delve into ITAT Delhis ruling in Naveen Chandra Bhatt vs ITO, where the disallowance for late deposit of employees’ contribution to PF/ESIC under Section 36(i)(va) of the IT Act was upheld.
ITAT Delhi held that the deduction u/s 36(1)(va) of the Income Tax Act can be allowed only if the employees’ share in the relevant funds is deposited by the employer before the due date stipulated in respective Acts.
ITAT Delhi dismisses Drishti Apparels’ appeal against disallowance of PF and ESI deduction due to delayed deposit, aligning with Supreme Court decision.
Explore the ITAT order rectifying disallowance of EPF & ESIC contributions, diverging from the Checkmate Services judgment. Analysis, implications & more.
The Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952, is a crucial legislation in India that provides social security benefits to workers. Applicable to establishments with 20 or more employees, the act mandates a 12% monthly contribution from both employers and employees to the provident fund. Managed by the Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO), the funds provide financial security during retirement or unemployment due to certain circumstances. The act covers various establishments, ensuring financial stability for employees.
The Employees’ Provident Fund Scheme (EPF) in India is a retirement savings initiative introduced by the government in 1952. Learn about its key features, benefits, eligibility criteria, and how it aids effective retirement planning. EPF provides financial security by enabling monthly contributions from both employers and employees. Benefits include tax-free returns, regular savings habits, and access to funds when needed.
ITAT Chandigarh held that disallowance for late deposit of employees’ share of PF/ ESI contribution to relevant funds beyond prescribed due date under respective Act is duly sustainable in law.
There is no financial loss to EPF (Employee Provident Fund) members due to the delay in updating interest in the member passbook. The process of updating the member passbook with interest is essentially an entry process. The date on which the interest is entered in the passbook does not have any actual financial impact.
ITAT Chandigarh held that late deposit of employees’ share of PF/ ESI contribution to the relevant funds beyond prescribed due date as per respective Act is liable to be disallowed.
ITAT Mumbai resorted back the matter to AO with direction to find out from the relevant PF authorities about the term every month as mentioned in Clause 38 of the Employees Provident Fund Scheme (EPF Scheme).
