Expert insights on EPF, ESIC, Shop Act, LWF, and statutory compliance in Kerala. Practical guides, checklists, and regulatory updates for employers.
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Complete step-by-step guide to filing your income tax return (ITR) online for FY 2026-27. Covers Form 16, ITR-1 vs ITR-2, regimes, deductions, tax payment, e-verification, common mistakes, and deadlines.
Complete guide to the EPFO employer portal for Kerala businesses — employer registration on Shram Suvidha, Form 5A filing, DSC management, monthly ECR filing, UAN generation for employees, KYC approval, exit marking, and common portal issues.
Starting a business in Kerala? Complete guide to every registration and license you need — company incorporation, Shop Act, GST, EPF, ESIC, LWF, PT, FSSAI, fire NOC, industry-specific licenses, and compliance timeline.
Complete guide to GST registration for small businesses in Kerala — who should register, threshold limits, step-by-step online process on the GST portal, documents required, fees, GSTIN structure, and monthly/quarterly return filing obligations.
Complete chapter-wise guide to every income tax deduction available to salaried employees — Section 80C (₹1.5L), 80CCD(1B) NPS (₹50K), 80D health insurance, 80E education loan, 80G donations, 80TTA savings interest, 80EEA home loan, and 80U disability deduction.
Complete guide to the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 for Kerala employers — eligibility, 26-week leave, medical bonus, nursing breaks, creche obligation, employer pay vs ESIC reimbursement, penalty for non-compliance, and difference from ESIC maternity benefits.
Complete step-by-step guide to registering a private limited company in Kerala — DIN, DSC, company name reservation, SPICe+ form, MOA, AOA, PAN, TAN, GST, and bank account opening. Process timeline, fees, and document checklist included.
Learn how to calculate your actual monthly take-home salary from CTC. Step-by-step guide with real examples for 5L, 10L, 15L, and 20L packages showing PF, ESIC, PT, TDS, and other deductions clearly explained.
Learn how EPF interest is calculated using the monthly running balance method. Step-by-step guide with real examples, interest rate history, and how to verify your passbook interest credit matches the declared EPF interest rate.
Complete step-by-step guide to renewing your Kerala Shop & Establishment Act registration online through the LC Kerala portal.
Complete guide to paying Professional Tax online in Kerala — monthly deduction, challan generation, payment on LC Kerala portal, half-yearly return filing, and common mistakes.
Complete guide to Kerala Labour Welfare Fund benefits — educational scholarships up to ₹50,000, medical assistance up to ₹1,00,000, housing loans at 5-7% interest, marriage aid, and funeral expenses.
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