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Employers will now be able to register online with the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) and get the PF code within one day. Labour Minister Narendra Singh Tomar launched the online registration system on Monday.
"Earlier, it used to take 20-25 days to get the registration done, but through this service, a firm can now be registered in just a day's time," said Tomar.
Companies can register online through a link on the EPFO website, and the PF code will be given upon verification of their permanent account number. Applicants can also track the status of their application through the website.
"Emphasising employment generation as the prime priority for the ministry, Tomar said the government is committed to create employment opportunities by developing labour intensive industries and imparting skill development training to the youth," said a press release by the labour ministry.
The employers associations were also given a presentation on the upcoming website for single-window compliance of labour laws. The ministry is planning to launch the pilot project in October to facilitate single-window compliance of labour laws, including online registration by employers, returns, inspections and redressal of grievances.
