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All About ESI

ESI is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India. Employee's State Insurance (ESI) is a self-financing social security and health insurance scheme for Indian workers.

ESI Scheme

ESI (Employee State Insurance) operates following the ESI Act of 1948. It is a government scheme designed to provide social security benefits to workers. The administration of this scheme falls under the purview of the Employee State Insurance Corporation (ESIC). Employers must formally register their establishments with ESIC and furnish worker details for inclusion in the program.

Complying with the intricate regulations stipulated by the government can pose a significant challenge for employers. IndiaFilings' ESI experts are available to assist you with these matters.

Definition of Establishment

According to the notification issued by the appropriate Government (Central/State) under Section 1(5) of the Act, the following establishments employing 10 or more persons attract ESI registration coverage

1. Shop

2. Hotels or restaurants not having any manufacturing activity, but only engaged in 'sales';

3. Cinemas including preview theaters;

4. Road Motor Transport Establishments;

5. Newspaper establishments. (that is not covered as a factory under Sec.2(12));

6. Private Educational Institutions (those run by individuals, trustees, societies or other organizations and Medical Institutions (including Corporate, Joint Sector, trust, charitable, and private ownership of hospitals, nursing homes, diagnostic centers, pathological labs).