noel-sandesh
Please if any one can help with the complete process of how to avail esic maternity benefits & if we take leave before 8 weeks of delivery date when can we expect the salary to be credited in account?
From India, Bhopal
ashakantasharma
2

Availing ESIC (Employee State Insurance Corporation) maternity benefits in India involves a specific process and timeline. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to avail ESIC maternity benefits and what to expect if you take leave before 8 weeks of your delivery date:

### Availing ESIC Maternity Benefits:

1. **Eligibility**:
- To be eligible for ESIC maternity benefits, you must be a contributor to the ESIC scheme and have contributed for at least 70 days in the preceding two contribution periods.

2. **Notification to Employer**:
- Inform your employer in writing about your pregnancy and intention to avail maternity benefits under ESIC. Provide your expected delivery date (EDD) and other necessary details.

3. **Form Filling**:
- Your employer will provide you with Form 19 (Claim for Maternity Benefit) and Form 10 (Prenatal/Postnatal care form). Fill these forms accurately.

4. **Submission to ESIC Office**:
- Submit Form 19 and Form 10 along with other required documents (such as medical certificate indicating pregnancy, ESIC identity card, bank account details, etc.) to the ESIC branch office.

5. **Verification and Approval**:
- ESIC will verify the documents and process your claim for maternity benefits. Once approved, ESIC will provide the benefit amount directly to your bank account.

### Taking Leave Before 8 Weeks of Delivery:

- **Duration of Leave**: According to ESIC rules, maternity leave can start up to 6 weeks before the expected date of delivery (EDD). If you take leave before 8 weeks of your delivery date, the timeline for salary credit would be as follows:

- **Payment Schedule**: ESIC maternity benefits are typically paid at intervals of two weeks. The first payment is usually made within 30 days from the date of your maternity leave application.

- **Salary Credit**: Depending on the payroll cycle of your employer and the processing time of ESIC, the maternity benefit amount should be credited to your bank account within a few weeks after ESIC approves your claim.

### Important Points to Remember:

- **Medical Certificate**: Ensure you have a medical certificate from a registered medical practitioner indicating your pregnancy and expected delivery date.

- **Documentation**: Complete and submit all required forms and documents accurately and promptly to avoid delays in processing your maternity benefits.

- **ESIC Branch Office**: Contact your local ESIC branch office for any specific queries or assistance regarding the maternity benefit claim process.

By following these steps and timelines, you can ensure a smooth process for availing ESIC maternity benefits and receiving timely financial support during your maternity leave period. If you encounter any issues or delays, consider reaching out to ESIC or your employer’s HR department for assistance.

From India, Guwahati
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