Payroll and compliance that run without chasing.
We run your monthly payroll, statutory filings and labour law compliance, and tell you every cycle what is due and when. Founder-led, with 12+ years of hands-on experience.
Payroll and compliance, done end to end
One monthly cycle from inputs to payslips to filings, with every figure checked against the previous month before it goes out.
Payroll processing
Inputs, attendance and leave, salary computation, variance checks, payroll register, payslips and bank payment advice.
Monthly statutory compliance
PF, ESI, Professional Tax, payroll TDS and Labour Welfare Fund, with returns, challans and acknowledgements.
Labour law compliance
Statutory registers, quarterly reviews, annual returns and Shops & Establishments compliance.
Employee benefits
Insurance and mediclaim administration and benefits enrolment, handled day to day.
Payroll queries and reports
Employee queries answered and tracked in a log, plus cost sheets, liability reports and MIS.
Audit and migration support
Internal, external and funding audit support, and help moving to a new payroll or HRMS platform.
Hiring in India from abroad? We become the employer.
Our Employer of Record service lets a foreign company employ people in India without setting up its own Indian entity. You pick the people and direct their work; we handle employment, payroll and compliance.
You choose the hire
Tell us the role, salary and start date.
We employ them
A compliant Indian employment contract is issued and onboarding is handled.
We run INR payroll
Salary, statutory deductions and payslips every month.
We keep you compliant
Filings, records and employee support, continuing monthly.
What we handle
- Employment contracts and onboarding documents
- Monthly payroll and payslips in INR
- PF, ESI, Professional Tax, LWF and TDS
- Benefits enrolment and insurance administration
- Exit and full and final settlement
What stays with you
- Choosing and managing your team's day-to-day work
- Approving each month's payroll before release
- Funding the salary and statutory payments
- Confirming roles, compensation and policies
Whether a foreign company has any tax presence in India depends on its facts and its tax treaty. An EOR is a common way to employ people without an entity, but please confirm your own position with your tax advisor.
Hiring from anywhere: we support foreign companies of any size and from any country.
Already using another provider or payroll tool? Switch smoothly.
Moving your India team to us, or changing payroll software, should never disrupt a pay cycle. We plan it so employees see no gap.
Review your setup
We study contracts, salary structures, registrations and the current process.
Map and migrate
Employee data, balances and history are mapped to the new setup.
Run in parallel
We check the first runs against the old ones until every figure matches.
Go live and hand over
You approve, we take over the cycle, and the old setup is closed cleanly.
The compliance calendar we work to
These are the standard monthly and quarterly dates. Dates vary by state and can change, so we maintain the calendar and share it with you every cycle.
| Compliance | What is due | Standard due date |
|---|---|---|
| Provident Fund (PF) | ECR filing and contribution | 15th of the next month |
| ESI | Monthly contribution | 15th of the next month |
| TDS on salary | Deposit of tax | 7th of the next month |
| TDS return (Form 24Q) | Quarterly return | 31 Jul, 31 Oct, 31 Jan, 31 May |
| Professional Tax and LWF | Payment and return | State-specific |
Free tool: gratuity estimator
For employees who have completed 5 years. Useful before a full and final settlement.
Salary × 15 ÷ 26 × completed years (6 months or more rounds up), capped at Rs. 20,00,000. An estimate, not advice.
Five questions to ask any payroll or EOR provider
Ask us the same questions. Here are our answers.
1. Who does my payroll, and who can I call?
An India-based team led by founder Lakshmi, with a direct point of contact for you. You are not routed through a ticket queue.
2. Do I approve payroll before it is paid?
Yes. We prepare and verify the payroll register, flag variances against last month, and nothing is released until you approve.
3. Can you work in the system we already use?
Yes. We have worked on Workday, Keka, Darwinbox, Greytip and Paybooks, so you do not have to change tools to work with us.
4. How will I know what is due and when?
We maintain a compliance calendar with due dates for each authority and share it with you every cycle, and we flag any notice or discrepancy that arrives.
5. What happens to my employees' data?
It is used only to deliver the services, kept confidential, handled under applicable Indian data protection law, and returned or deleted when we part ways. Any suspected breach is reported to you promptly.
Simple ways to work together
Pick the model that fits your team size and how often you need us.
Monthly retainer
Ongoing payroll, compliance and EOR support for a fixed monthly fee. Best for regular monthly cycles.
Project-based
One-time work such as payroll migration, compliance setup or HRMS implementation support.
Per-employee
Priced per employee per month. Ideal for growing teams and EOR hires.
Built on real operating experience
Lakshmi M
Founder, AlexapayrollWith 12+ years across payroll processing, statutory and labour law compliance, HR operations and employee benefits, Lakshmi started Alexapayroll to give businesses dependable, execution-focused support, without the layers of a large platform.
Questions we often hear
What is an Employer of Record (EOR)?
An EOR is the legal employer of people who work for your business. It issues the contract, runs payroll, deducts statutory contributions and meets employer obligations, while you manage the day-to-day work.
Do we need an Indian entity to hire in India?
Not with an EOR. We employ the person on your behalf, so you can start hiring while you decide on a longer-term setup.
Can you work inside our existing payroll or HRMS?
Yes. We have worked on Workday, Keka, Darwinbox, Greytip and Paybooks, and can work in your current system or help you move to a new one.
Who approves payroll before it is paid?
You do. We prepare and verify the payroll register, you approve it, and salary is released from your account or the agreed arrangement.
How is pricing structured?
We offer a monthly retainer, project-based pricing or per-employee pricing. Share your team size and needs and we will send a quote.
Tell us about your team
Share your company, where you are based and the size of your India team. We will recommend the right setup and reply with next steps.
payroll@alexapayroll.com
+91 80734 72194
Bengaluru, India