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EPF/ETF Contribution Calculator
Instantly calculate EPF and ETF contributions for single or multiple employees. See employer costs, employee deductions, and take-home salary breakdowns.
EPF/ETF Contribution Calculator
Current EPF/ETF Rates
| Contribution | Rate | Paid By |
|---|---|---|
| EPF — Employer Share | 12% | Employer |
| EPF — Employee Share | 8% | Employee (deducted) |
| ETF — Employer Only | 3% | Employer |
| Total Employer Cost | 15% | — |
Key Deadlines: EPF/ETF contributions must be remitted to CBSL/ETF Board by the last day of the month following the wage period. Late payments incur surcharges.
Executive Q&A
Direct answers for founders and counsel
What are the current EPF and ETF contribution rates in Sri Lanka?
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Under the Employees' Provident Fund Act and Employees' Trust Fund Act, the employee contributes 8% of gross total earnings to EPF (deducted from salary), while the employer contributes 12% to EPF and 3% to ETF (total 15% employer contribution).
When are monthly EPF and ETF payments due in Sri Lanka?
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Both EPF (20% total) and ETF (3%) monthly returns and remittances must be submitted to the Central Bank EPF Department and ETF Board on or before the last working day of the following month.
Does a company with only 1 employee need to register for EPF and ETF?
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Yes. Every employer in Sri Lanka employing even a single non-family employee (permanent, probation, casual, or contract) must register with the Labour Department and remit monthly EPF and ETF contributions within 14 days of hiring.
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