ESI & PF are the social security measures taken by the government. Employees State Insurance Scheme (ESI) is a social security scheme provided for the welfare and protection  to the labourers. ESI includes all the uncertain events which happen in the field of working like sickness, accidents, maternity, death, temporary disablement, permanent disablement, injury, any injury by hazard at the time of employment. ESI is applicable for establishments wherein 10 or more persons are employed.

Provident Fund ( PF) can be relatable to the famous proverb that “Even a small drop of water makes an ocean” it a small amount that you contribute from your each month salary towards the provident fund, the small amount will converted into lump sum upon the time of retirement or the completion of your employment time. The provident fund scheme is applicable for establishments wherein 20 or more persons are employed.