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Nagarjuna Reddy K (Querist)
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15 September 2009 Hi

i want Pf details, how can i calculated when we are paying time for Exm Account No 1 A/c 10 like these
can you heli me

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15 September 2009 did not get your point

Asha Kanta Sharma

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18 July 2024 It seems like you're asking about Provident Fund (PF) details and how to calculate contributions. Here’s a brief overview:

### Provident Fund (PF) Overview:

**1. Provident Fund Contribution:**
- Provident Fund (PF) is a social security scheme that provides retirement benefits to employees.
- Both employers and employees contribute a certain percentage of the employee’s salary to the PF account.

**2. Components of PF:**
- **Employee Provident Fund (EPF)**: Contribution towards EPF is mandatory for most employees earning up to a specified salary threshold (currently Rs. 15,000 per month in India).
- **Employer Provident Fund (EPF)**: Employers also contribute an equal amount to the EPF account of their employees.

**3. Calculation of PF Contributions:**
- **Employee Contribution**: Typically, employees contribute 12% of their basic salary plus dearness allowance (DA) towards EPF.
- **Employer Contribution**: Employers also contribute 12% of the employee’s basic salary plus DA towards EPF. Additionally, there may be contributions towards the Employee Pension Scheme (EPS) and Administrative Charges.

**4. Example Calculation:**
- If an employee’s basic salary plus DA is Rs. 20,000 per month:
- Employee’s EPF Contribution = 12% of Rs. 20,000 = Rs. 2,400
- Employer’s EPF Contribution = 12% of Rs. 20,000 = Rs. 2,400
- Employer’s EPS Contribution = 8.33% of Rs. 20,000 (subject to a maximum of Rs. 1,250)
- Administrative Charges: Typically 1.1% of the basic salary plus DA

**5. PF Account Numbers:**
- Every PF account has a unique number for identification. For example, Account No. 1 refers to the employee’s EPF account, and Account No. 10 refers to the employer’s EPF account.
- Account No. 2 is for EPS contributions, and there are separate accounts for EDLI (Employee Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme) and administrative charges.

**6. Payment and Compliance:**
- PF contributions are paid monthly to the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO).
- Employers must file PF returns and maintain compliance with EPF regulations.

**7. Consultation:**
- For accurate calculation and compliance with PF rules, it’s advisable to consult with a qualified accountant or HR professional who can provide guidance specific to your company’s payroll and statutory obligations.

This overview should help you understand the basics of PF contributions and calculations. For precise details and calculations tailored to your specific situation, it’s best to seek advice from a professional familiar with PF regulations in your country.

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