Andhra Pradesh Labour Welfare Fund
The Andhra Pradesh Labour Welfare Fund is a state-administered welfare scheme created under the Andhra Pradesh Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1987 and the Andhra Pradesh Labour Welfare Fund Rules, 1988, managed by the AP Labour Welfare Board. It funds welfare services — medical, educational, and social security benefits — for eligible workers.
Applicability
Commercial establishments and factories employing 20 or more workers in Andhra Pradesh. Excludes managerial staff, agricultural operations, and direct government departments.
Contribution Structure
| Cycle | Payment Mode | Employee | Employer | Total | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 December (Annual) | Online | ₹30 | ₹70 | ₹100 | 31 January |
Ratio: 3 : 7 · Annual total per employee: ₹100
Registration Process
- 1
Access the APLWF Portal
Visit the official Andhra Pradesh Labour Welfare Fund registration portal and select 'Proceed for Fresh Registration'.
- 2
Complete Form-A
Fill the general application with establishment name, address, and authorized signatory details.
- 3
Complete Form-D or Form-E
Choose the form specific to your establishment type — factory or shop/commercial establishment.
- 4
Upload Documents
Upload a notarized rent agreement or ownership proof, dated photographs of the establishment frontage and interior, and owner identity proof.
- 5
Verification & Certificate
Receive a Unique Application Number for tracking, and obtain the registration certificate after verification.
Welfare Schemes & Benefits
Education Scholarships
Merit-based scholarships of ₹2,000–₹10,000 annually for dependents pursuing higher education with 60%+ marks, after 36 months of contribution.
Maternity Benefit
₹15,000 per delivery after 12 months of contribution, applied for within 60 days.
Death Benefit
₹15,000 payable to the legal heir after 24 months of contribution.
Marriage Benefit
₹20,000 after 36 months of contribution, applied for within 90 days.
Medical Benefit
₹10,000–₹50,000 covering hospitalization, after 24 months of contribution.
FAQs — Andhra Pradesh LWF
What is AP LWF rate?
Employee: ₹30, Employer: ₹70, Annual total: ₹100.
Which establishments must register for AP LWF?
All factories under the Factories Act, 1948 (regardless of employee count) and shops/establishments with 20+ employees under the AP Shops and Establishments Act, 1966.
What are the payment deadlines for AP LWF?
Employee contribution deduction is due by 31 December each year; the joint contribution (employer + employee) submission is due by 31 January of the following year.