Compucom Software Limited Receives EPFO Order for ₹64.41 Lakh Outstanding Dues
Compucom Software Limited has received an EPFO order determining outstanding provident fund dues of ₹64.41 lakh for contractual employees from August 2008 to October 2012. The order follows a remanded inquiry process and includes additional liability for interest and penalties. The company plans to comply while reserving rights to contest, stating no material operational impact.

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Compucom Software Limited has informed stock exchanges about receiving an order from the Employee Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) determining outstanding provident fund dues of ₹64.41 lakh. The order was received on April 3, 2026, and pertains to contractual employees for the period August 2008 to October 2012.
EPFO Order Details
The EPFO order was passed under Section 7A of the Employees' Provident Funds & Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. The proceedings were initiated following a union complaint regarding non-provision of PF benefits to contractual employees engaged with Jaipur Vidhyut Vitrann Nigam Limited.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Order Amount: | ₹64.41 lakh |
| Period Covered: | August 2008 to October 2012 |
| Order Date: | March 23, 2026 |
| Receipt Date: | April 3, 2026 |
| PF Code: | RJ/RAJ/0009707/000 |
Case Background and Timeline
The inquiry under Section 7A was initiated in December 2012 based on inspection reports and departmental notices. The EPFO authority initially passed an order on August 6, 2014, which the company challenged through an appeal before the Central Government Industrial Tribunal (CGIT) in October 2014.
On March 24, 2022, CGIT set aside the original order and remanded the case, directing a fresh inquiry with proper identification of beneficiaries and providing fair opportunity to all parties. The recent order follows this remanded inquiry process.
Financial Impact and Compliance
The company has assessed the financial implications of the EPFO order:
| Impact Type: | Details |
|---|---|
| Outstanding Dues: | ₹64.41 lakh |
| Additional Liability: | Interest under Section 7Q |
| Penalties: | Damages under Section 14B |
| Operational Impact: | No material impact |
Company Response
Compucom Software Limited has stated that while reserving its right to contest the appealable order, the company intends to comply with the order by depositing the applicable amount within prescribed timelines. The company emphasized that the financial impact is limited to ₹64.41 lakh with no material impact on operations.
The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015. The company explained the delay in disclosure was due to receiving the order via speed post on April 3, 2026, despite the order being dated March 23, 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for Compucom Software
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.31% | +12.74% | +5.30% | -29.35% | -18.82% | +60.47% |
Will Compucom Software face additional EPFO audits for other periods given this compliance issue with contractual employees?
How might this EPFO order impact Compucom's ability to secure future government contracts, particularly with state electricity boards?
What potential financial exposure does Compucom face from interest penalties under Section 7Q and damages under Section 14B?































