Section 7-I of EPFMA : Section 7-I: Appeals To Tribunal

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where a local business owner, Mr. Sharma, receives an order from the Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) that imposes a penalty on his business for the late deposit of employees' provident fund contributions under Section 14B of The Employees Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. Mr. Sharma believes that the penalty is unjustified because the delay was due to a banking error beyond his control.

Under Section 7-I of the Act, Mr. Sharma has the right to appeal this order. He must file his appeal to the Employees' Provident Funds Appellate Tribunal within the prescribed time frame, using the specified form, and accompanied by the necessary fees. If the Tribunal finds merit in his appeal, it may provide relief by setting aside or modifying the penalty order.