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Can Employers Claim Income Tax Deduction on Delayed PF-ESI Deposits? Supreme Court to Settle Conflicting Views

The Supreme Court is set to settle conflicting High Court views on whether employers can claim income tax deduction on delayed PF-ESI deposits.

Published31 January 2026
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AuthorSPN Legal Editorial Team

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The Supreme Court is set to settle conflicting High Court views on whether employers can claim income tax deduction on delayed PF-ESI deposits.

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