Introduction to Payroll Management

• Role and importance of payroll in organizations
• Overview of HR planning, compensation management, and salary administration

Payroll Processing Fundamentals

• Payroll cycle and steps in payroll processing
• Data collection: timekeeping, attendance, and employee information
• Calculation of gross and net salary, including salary components like DA, HRA, CCA, LTA, and overtime.

Statutory Compliance: ESI & PF

• Detailed understanding of Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF): eligibility, contribution rates, and procedures
• Employees’ State Insurance (ESI): applicability, benefits, and compliance requirements
• Other statutory deductions: Professional Tax (PT), Labour Welfare Fund (LWF), and TDS

Salary Components and Deductions

• Fixed and variable pay elements
• Allowances, perquisites, and reimbursements
• Taxable vs. non-taxable payments
• Bonus, gratuity, and retirement benefits

Payroll Accounting and Reporting

• Payroll accounting principles and journal entriesC
• Preparation of payroll reports, salary slips, and statutory returns

Compliance with Labor Laws

• Employee rights and employer obligations
• Handling full and final settlements, resignations, and exit formalities

Payroll Software and Automation

• Overview and hands-on training with payroll software (e.g., Tally ERP, CompuPay)
• E-filing of statutory returns and digital record-keeping

Practical Application and Case Studies

• Real-world payroll scenarios and payslip analysis

ESI & PF Filing and Returns

• Step-by-step process for ESI and PF registration, monthly contributions, and online filing
• Generating and submitting challans, returns, and compliance reports

Certification and Career Support

• Assessment through tests or projects
• Certificate of completion and placement assistance (where applicable)