The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has introduced a new scheme, the SPREE Scheme, for employers who are not registered with the ESI Act. This scheme is launched to encourage voluntary compliance and expand social security for all workers in India.
Under this scheme, employers can register under ESIC without getting penalties or actions for the past contributions.
What Is the SPREE Scheme 2025?
The SPREE (Scheme for Promotion of Registration of Employers and Employees) Scheme is a one-time program by the ESIC that is aimed at employers who have not registered their business or all eligible employees under the ESI Act. The scheme runs from 1 July 2025 to 31 December 2025, and the main goal of this scheme is to expand ESI coverage while letting employers become compliant without any penalties, contributions, or past contributions.
How does this scheme benefit employers?
This scheme applies to factories and establishments such as shops, hotels, cinema halls, educational training institutions, newspaper establishments, private medical institutions, educational institutions, and municipal corporations, including their casual and contract employees. They must employ 10 or more people in the ESI implemented areas.
What are the Key Benefits of this Scheme for employers?
- Hassle-free process
- For complete registration, use platforms like ESIC Portal or MCA Portal.
- No need to pay the fine for the previous period.
- Does not require any old records or inspections.
- There is no legal action for the previous period.
How Do Employees Benefit from this scheme?
- You can use the social security benefit under the ESI Act from the date of registration.
- It can help to cover medical care at ESIC hospitals for yourself and your family.
- It can also provide cash benefits during sickness, maternity, injury, or death during employment.
- Wards of insured persons are also eligible for reservation in ESIC medical and dental colleges.
Why does it matter?
This scheme shows the intentions of the ESIC for promoting voluntary compliance instead of penalties. By removing the fear of penalties and past liabilities, this scheme can encourage more employers to come forward and provide social security benefits for the workforce, which helps the employees while businesses continue.
At Finprov Learning, we believe staying updated on statutory initiatives like the SPREE Scheme 2025 is essential for employers, HR professionals, and accounting teams to ensure compliant and sustainable business operations.
Conclusion
The SPREE Scheme 2025 is a valuable opportunity for employers to regularize their ESI compliance without any financial burdens. So businesses that missed the registration in the past can use this scheme before 31st December 2025, which provides social protection and ensures the health of employees and their families.Stay updated with new and compliance-related trends. You can check more on our official website.
