HR & Payroll Compliance Guides

Practical, employer-focused references written by the HRForge team. Use them alongside your HRForge workspace to stay ahead of every statutory obligation.

• India Statutory Payroll Compliance Guide (2026)

  A complete reference to EPF, ESIC, Professional Tax, LWF, gratuity, bonus, TDS on salary, Shops & Establishments, CLRA, Maternity Benefit and the payroll compliance calendar for Indian employers.

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• EPF Interest Rate Calculation Explained (2026)

  How EPF interest accrues on monthly running balances, a worked example, historical EPF rates, the annual credit timeline and how interest above the Rule 9D threshold is taxed.

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• EPF Withdrawal Guide: Form 19, 10C and 31 (2026)

  Eligibility, step-by-step online claim process, documents, timelines, TDS rules and FAQs for EPF final settlement (Form 19), pension withdrawal (Form 10C) and advances (Form 31).

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