Free HR & Payroll Calculators for Indian MSMEs (2026)
All of AccoNova's free Indian payroll and HR calculators in one place — CTC, EPF, Professional Tax, HRA, gratuity, TDS, leave encashment and notice pay.
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Practical guides to payroll inputs, statutory review, employee workflows and product updates. Each statutory guide states its sources, period and assumptions.
EPF Projection assumptions
PT Jurisdiction checks
ECR Validation workflow
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EPF • ESI • PT • Gratuity
FY 2026-27 Aligned
New Tax Regime 115BAC
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How to Automate EPF ECR Generation and Validate Payroll Inputs
Step-by-step guide to generating and validating the EPFO ECR
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Employer Salary Structure & CTC Design Guide - India 2026
Comprehensive employer guide to compensation structuring, Code on Wages 50% remuneration rules, statutory add-backs, and payroll compliance in India.
TDS on Salary for FY 2026-27: Employer Calculation Guide
Calculate salary TDS for FY 2026-27 using current Section 115BAC slabs, Section 87A rebate, standard deduction and employer estimation workflow.
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Current details of the active AccoNova Pragati promotional offer, eligibility, usage conditions and links to current Pricing and Offer Terms.
AccoNova HRMS Launch Update: What Is Available Now
AccoNova HRMS launch update with current product availability, released modules, known limitations and links to pricing, documentation and release notes.
CTC vs In-Hand Salary: FY 2026-27 Employee Tax Saving Guide
Understand how to calculate take-home salary from annual CTC for FY 2026-27, with line-by-line deductions for EPF, Professional Tax, TDS, and New vs Old Tax Regime comparisons.
ESI Compliance Guide for Indian Employers: Rates & Filing
Comprehensive employer guide to ESIC compliance covering the ₹21,000 wage ceiling, 0.75% / 3.25% contribution rates, contribution vs benefit periods, and monthly return filings.
Full & Final (FnF) Settlement in India: Compliance Guide
Comprehensive Full and Final (FnF) settlement calculation guide covering earned wages, gratuity formula, leave encashment, notice pay recovery, and Indian labour law timelines.
GPS Attendance vs Biometric Attendance for MSMEs - Comparison & Guide
In-depth comparison of mobile GPS geofenced attendance vs physical biometric fingerprint machines for Indian MSMEs, covering hardware costs, proxy punch prevention, and DPDP Act compliance.
Professional Tax Slabs & Due Dates in India - FY 2026-27
Complete state-wise Professional Tax (PT) slabs, due dates, exemptions, and compliance rules for Indian employers and payroll managers for FY 2026-27.
How to Automate EPF ECR Generation and Validate Payroll Inputs
Step-by-step guide to generating and validating the EPFO ECR
Indian Labour Laws & Statutory Payroll Compliance Framework
Core Legislative Pillars
Provident fund applicability depends on establishment coverage, membership and the applicable wage definition. Read the EPF guide for the distinction between employee PF, employer EPF and EPS, and validate the current EPFO filing requirements before uploading an ECR.
ESI coverage, wages and contribution-period rules need a separate review. Professional tax depends on the state or local authority; it is not a uniform all-India monthly charge. Gratuity eligibility and settlement timing also depend on the applicable law and employee circumstances.
The Monthly Compliance Lifecycle
Build a payroll calendar from the official authorities relevant to your establishment. Payment and return deadlines can differ, including year-end exceptions and notified extensions. The guides link to sources and explain the assumptions used.
Before filing, reconcile attendance, wages, employee deductions and employer contributions, then review portal validations and payment acknowledgements. Software assistance does not remove the employer’s filing obligations or guarantee that penalties cannot arise.
AccoNova Statutory Accuracy & Editorial Integrity Standards
AccoNova publishes vendor-authored educational guidance with official sources and visible scope. No independent statutory review has been completed. Check each guide’s last-verified date and current authority notifications, and obtain professional advice for your establishment where required.