Statutory compliance built into payroll
TimesalX builds statutory compliance — PF, ESI, professional tax (PT) and TDS — into the payroll workflow rather than treating it as a separate monthly task. Contributions are calculated from the same salary data, and employee documents and tax reports stay audit-ready.
Why compliance is a payroll problem
PF, ESI, PT and TDS are all computed from payroll numbers — gross wages, attendance days and declared investments. When payroll runs in one tool and compliance in another, the figures have to be rebuilt every month, and mismatches show up as notices, penalties or employee queries.
How TimesalX approaches it
- Statutory Compliance — PF, ESI, PT, TDS and other statutory requirements handled as part of the salary run.
- Employee Documents & Compliance — documentation organised and audit-ready.
- Payroll & Tax Reports — the reports needed for payroll and tax filing.
Compliance is a process, not a screen
Software calculates and records; your team still owns deadlines, registrations and filings. A good setup keeps calculations consistent and evidence easy to find. Read our step-by-step compliance guide for the monthly rhythm.
Indian payroll statutory obligations at a glance
| Obligation | Who it applies to | Basis | Usual deposit due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provident Fund (PF / EPF) | Establishments covered under the EPF Act (generally 20+ employees) | Employee and employer each contribute 12% of PF wages; PF wage ceiling is ₹15,000 per month for mandatory coverage (check EPFO for the current figure) | 15th of the following month |
| Employees' State Insurance (ESI) | Covered establishments (generally 10+ employees); employees earning up to ₹21,000 per month | Employee 0.75% and employer 3.25% of wages | 15th of the following month |
| Professional Tax (PT) | Levied by individual states; not every state charges it | State-specific slabs; capped at ₹2,500 per person per year | Varies by state |
| TDS on salary | Employers paying salary above the taxable threshold | Estimated annual income tax, deducted monthly | 7th of the following month |
Figures are the commonly applied rates and thresholds at the time of writing (October 2026). Rules change and vary by state; always confirm on epfindia.gov.in, esic.gov.in, incometax.gov.in or with your compliance adviser.
Modules covered on this page
Statutory Compliance
Stay compliant with PF, ESI, PT, TDS and other statutory requirements.
Payroll & Tax Reports
Get the reports you need for payroll and tax filing.
Payroll Processing
Run accurate, on-time payroll every cycle.
Employee Documents & Compliance
Keep employee documentation organized and audit-ready.
Frequently asked questions
Which statutory requirements does TimesalX support?
TimesalX Payroll supports statutory compliance for PF, ESI, professional tax (PT), TDS and other statutory requirements.
What is the deadline for depositing PF and ESI?
PF and ESI contributions are generally due by the 15th of the following month. Confirm against current EPFO and ESIC notifications.
Is professional tax the same in every state?
No. Professional tax is levied by states, slabs differ and some states do not charge it. The maximum is ₹2,500 per person per year.
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