Punjab Labour Welfare Fund
The Punjab Labour Welfare Fund is a state-administered welfare scheme created under the Punjab Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1965 and the Punjab Labour Welfare Fund Rules, managed by the Punjab Labour Welfare Board. It funds welfare services — medical, educational, and social security benefits — for eligible workers.
Applicability
Establishments and factories with 10 or more workers in Punjab.
Contribution Structure
| Cycle | Payment Mode | Employee | Employer | Total | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April–September (deducted monthly) | Online | ₹5/mo | ₹20/mo | ₹25/mo | 15 October |
| October–March (deducted monthly) | Online | ₹5/mo | ₹20/mo | ₹25/mo | 15 April |
Ratio: 1 : 4 · Annual total per employee: ₹300
FAQs — Punjab LWF
What is Punjab LWF contribution?
Employee pays ₹5 and employer pays ₹20 for every month. The contributions are deducted monthly and remitted half-yearly: by 15 October for April–September and by 15 April for October–March.