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4 Common Mistakes to Avoid With ESI Registration

27 July 2026 by
4 Common Mistakes to Avoid With ESI Registration
Gaurav Kumar

ESI Registration involves the registration under the Employees' State Insurance scheme, providing medical and cash benefits to employees. While the process itself is usually straightforward, businesses commonly run into avoidable issues along the way. Here are the mistakes we see most often, and how to steer clear of them.

Mistake 1

Not registering promptly once thresholds are crossed.

Mistake 2

Excluding employees who are actually eligible under the wage ceiling.

Mistake 3

Missing contribution deposit deadlines.

Mistake 4

Not updating records when employee wages or headcount changes.

How to Avoid These Issues

Most of these mistakes come down to preparation. Having the right documents ready — Employee headcount and wage details confirming applicability, PAN and address proof of the establishment, List of employees eligible under the wage ceiling, among others — and understanding the process before you start goes a long way toward a smooth outcome with the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC).

Quick Reference: What You'll Need

  • Employee headcount and wage details confirming applicability
  • PAN and address proof of the establishment
  • List of employees eligible under the wage ceiling
  • Bank account details for contribution remittance

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