Forms & returns
Every statutory form and return the knowledge base covers. Downloads open the issuing authority’s own page, so you always get the version in force — forms change when rules change.
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Provident fund Read the guide
| Form | What it is for | Who files | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECR (Electronic Challan cum Return) | Monthly contributions and wages of every member | Employer | Official page |
| Form V (EPF Scheme 2026) | Initial consolidated return of all employees | Employer | Official page |
| Nomination (e-nomination) | Member’s nominees for PF, pension and EDLI | Employee, approved by employer | Official page |
| Claims (withdrawal, pension, transfer) | Final settlement, advances, pension and transfer of accumulations | Employee | Official page |
ESI Read the guide
| Form | What it is for | Who files | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly contribution | Wages and contributions of every insured person | Employer | Official page |
| Form 12 | Accident report, online within 24 hours | Employer | Official page |
| Form 11 | Accident book kept at the establishment | Employer | Official page |
| Employee registration (e-Pehchan) | Insured person’s registration and family details | Employer, with the employee | Official page |
Gratuity Read the guide
| Form | What it is for | Who files | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gratuity nomination | Employee’s nominees for gratuity | Employee | Official page |
| Gratuity application | Claim by the employee or nominee | Employee or nominee | Official page |
TDS on salary Read the guide
| Form | What it is for | Who files | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Form 124 (was Form 12BB) | Employee’s declaration of deductions, exemptions and allowances | Employee | Official page |
| Form 138 (was Form 24Q) | Quarterly statement of TDS on salary | Employer | Official page |
| Form 130 (was Form 16) | Annual certificate of TDS on salary, to each employee | Employer | Official page |
Declarations & proofs Read the guide
| Form | What it is for | Who files | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Form 124 (was Form 12BB) | Declaration of exemptions and deductions with evidence | Employee | — |