Sleet
State compliance guide

Labour Welfare Fund in Tamil Nadu

Applicability, contribution rates, registration, and employee benefits under the Tamil Nadu Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1972.

Quick answer

In Tamil Nadu, the Labour Welfare Fund is paid annually under the Tamil Nadu Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1972. Employee share: ₹20. Employer share: ₹40. It is deposited once a year for the period ending 31 December, due by 31 January. Applies to: Factories, motor transport establishments, plantations, catering establishments, and shops with 5 or more employees in Tamil Nadu.

Last updated:

Tamil Nadu Labour Welfare Fund

The Tamil Nadu Labour Welfare Fund is a state-administered welfare scheme created under the Tamil Nadu Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1972 and the The Tamil Nadu Labour Welfare Fund Rules, 1973, managed by the Tamil Nadu Labour Welfare Board (TNLWB). It funds welfare services — medical, educational, and social security benefits — for eligible workers.

Applicability

Factories, motor transport establishments, plantations, catering establishments, and shops with 5 or more employees in Tamil Nadu.

Contribution Structure

CyclePayment ModeEmployeeEmployerTotalDue Date
31 December (Annual)Online (TNLWB Portal)₹20₹40₹6031 January

Ratio: 1 : 2 · Annual total per employee: ₹60

FAQs — Tamil Nadu LWF

When is Tamil Nadu LWF due?

Tamil Nadu LWF is an annual deduction made in December salary and remitted on or before 31st January.