Employer of Record in Kochi
Hire legally in India without incorporating — we are the legal employer. irpr.network manages all Kerala state compliance — Kerala Shops and Commercial Establishments Act 1960 governs working hours (48 ho...
At a Glance
Timeline
7–10 business days to first hire
City
Kochi, Kerala
State PT
Kerala PT: Employees earning ₹20,001–25,000/month pay ₹120/month; ₹25,001–33,333/month pay ₹180/month; ₹33,334 and above pay ₹200/month (₹2,400/year)
Compliance
EPFO · ESIC · TDS Section 192
7 days
Time to first hire
0
Entity required
100%
Statutory compliance
15+
States covered
Deliverables
What irpr.network handles for EOR in Kochi
Employment contract drafting (state Shops Act compliant)
EPFO registration and monthly ECR filing by 15th
ESIC enrollment and contribution (for employees ≤ ₹21,000/month gross)
Professional Tax deduction and state remittance
TDS computation under Section 192 and Form 24Q filing
Shops & Establishments Act registration in the employee's state
Statutory leave policy — EL, CL, SL, and Maternity Benefit Act
POSH ICC setup (mandatory for 10+ employees)
Monthly payslips and annual Form 16 issuance
Gratuity provisioning (4.81% of basic) and LIC group policy
Full and final settlement on offboarding
Background verification coordination (10 working days)
Kerala Compliance
Kerala Shops and Commercial Establishments Act 1960 governs working hours (48 hours/week, maximum 10 hours/day), earned leave (12 days per year after 12 months), and mandatory registration with the Labour Commissioner within 30 days of commencement. Kerala's labour laws are moderately employee-prote…
Full Kerala guide →Professional Tax — Kerala
Kerala Professional Tax: Employees earning ₹20,001–25,000/month pay ₹120/month; ₹25,001–33,333/month pay ₹180/month; ₹33,334 and above pay ₹200/month (₹2,400/year). PT must be remitted to the Local Self Government Department by the 15th of the following month. PT enrollment certificate required within 30 days of business commencement.
IT Zones in Kochi
- Cochin Special Economic Zone
- Infopark Kochi
- Smart City Kochi
- Seaport-Airport Road IT Corridor
Process
How Employer of Record works in Kochi
Scope & mandate
You share role details, location, and compensation structure. irpr.network confirms EOR eligibility and compliance requirements for the hire's state.
Contract & onboarding
We draft an employment contract compliant with the applicable state Shops Act and Indian labour law. The employee signs within 2–3 days.
Payroll & compliance
EPFO registration, ESIC enrollment (if applicable), PT calculation, and TDS setup completed before the first payroll run.
Monthly payroll run
Payslips generated, TDS deposited by the 7th, PF/ESIC by 15th/21st, PT by state deadline. You receive a payroll summary and cost report.
Entity transition
When your India operations scale, irpr.network manages the EOR → Pvt Ltd entity transfer with continuity of service for employees.
Why irpr.network
Employer of Record in Kochi — why choose irpr.network
Kochi is the strategic choice for GCCs in maritime, logistics, and healthcare technology requiring India's most reliable, English-proficient workforce — Kerala's NRI returnee talent pool (professionals who worked in UAE, UK, and the US) brings rare cross-cultural experience at Indian compensation levels, making Kochi uniquely valuable for companies serving Middle East and European markets.
Local expertise
Kerala Shops Act, PT, and state-specific compliance
Zero penalties
All statutory deadlines met — SLA-backed
Fast setup
7–10 business days to first hire
Full compliance
EPFO · ESIC
Kochi Snapshot
Talent pool
Strong in IT/ITES and marine technology - 180,000 IT professionals
Salary band
₹5–32 LPA for tech roles
Top sectors
FAQ
Employer of Record in Kochi — common questions
How does Employer of Record work in Kochi?
irpr.network handles employer of record in Kochi end-to-end — from Kerala state registrations to ongoing monthly compliance. You share role details, location, and compensation structure. irpr.network confirms EOR eligibility and compliance requirements for the hire's state. 7–10 business days to first hire.
What Kerala compliance is required for EOR?
In Kochi, the primary state compliance requirements are: Kerala Shops and Commercial Establishments Act 1960 governs working hours (48 hours/week, maximum 10 hours/day), earned leave (12 days per year after 12 months), and mandatory registration with the Labour Commissioner within 30 days of commencement. Kerala Professional Tax: Employees earning ₹20,001–25,000/month pay ₹120/month; ₹25,001–33,333/month pay ₹180/month; ₹33,334 and above pay ₹200/month (₹2,400/year). irpr.network manages all state-level registrations and filings as part of the EOR service.
What is an Employer of Record (EOR) in India?
An EOR is a company that legally employs workers on behalf of another company. irpr.network becomes the employer on record in India — handling contracts, payroll, EPFO, ESIC, TDS, and all statutory compliance — while you direct the employee's day-to-day work.
How is EOR different from a staffing agency?
A staffing agency supplies workers. An EOR employs them. With irpr.network EOR, the employee has a direct employment relationship with us under Indian labour law — not a temporary contract — including all statutory benefits (PF, ESIC, gratuity, maternity).
Can we use EOR indefinitely or must we set up an entity?
EOR can be used indefinitely. Many companies use EOR for 1–3 employees permanently. For 15+ employees, a Pvt Ltd entity is typically more cost-effective and gives greater operational control.
What compliance does irpr.network handle under EOR?
We handle: EPFO (12% employer contribution, ECR by 15th), ESIC (3.25% employer for eligible employees), TDS under Section 192 (deposited by 7th), state Professional Tax, Shops Act registration, POSH compliance, and annual Form 16.
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Employer of Record in Kochi — talk to our team
irpr.network handles Kerala compliance end-to-end. 7–10 business days to first hire.