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What is an Employer of Record (EOR)? +
An EOR is a company that legally employs workers on your behalf in a country where you don't have your own business entity. Omnivoo acts as the legal employer for your India-based team members. They work for you day-to-day, but we handle all the legal employment, payroll, taxes, and compliance.
How is Omnivoo different from other EOR providers? +
Most EOR platforms like Deel or Remote cover 150+ countries using the same templates for every market. Omnivoo is built exclusively for India. Our AI understands the specific compliance rules for each of India's 28 states, generates state-specific contracts, and monitors regulatory changes automatically. We also charge zero markup on currency exchange, which saves 3-5% compared to most providers.
How long does it take to hire my first employee? +
About 5 business days from the time you provide us with the employee's details. We generate the employment contract, complete all government registrations (PF, ESI, Shops & Establishment), configure payroll, and have them officially onboarded.
Do I need to set up a company in India? +
No. Your employees are legally employed through our Indian entity, Dynalize Technologies Pvt Ltd. You don't need to incorporate in India, appoint a resident director, or manage any Indian registrations yourself.
Which Indian states does Omnivoo cover? +
All 28. Each state has different employment rules for Professional Tax slabs, Shops & Establishment requirements, and Labour Welfare Fund contributions. Our system handles the specific regulations for whichever state your employee is located in.
What do I need to get started? +
Just the employee's basic information: full name, role/designation, work location (state), and agreed compensation (CTC). We handle everything from there, including contract drafting, government registrations, and payroll setup.
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How does monthly payroll work? +
Each month, we calculate gross-to-net pay for every employee based on their state's tax rules. This includes PF and ESI contributions, TDS (income tax), Professional Tax, and any other applicable deductions. Employees receive payslips and are paid on the scheduled date.
What currency do I pay in? +
You pay Omnivoo in USD. We convert to INR at the live mid-market exchange rate with zero markup and pay your employees in Indian Rupees. The exchange rate is locked at the time of payroll processing and visible in your dashboard.
What does zero-markup FX mean? +
When we convert your USD payment to INR, we use the real mid-market rate with no spread added on top. Most EOR providers add 3-5% to the exchange rate and call it included. We don't do that. You can verify our rate against any public FX source.
When do employees get paid? +
Payroll runs on a fixed monthly schedule that you choose during onboarding. Most companies pick the last working day of the month or the first of the following month. Employees are paid via direct bank transfer into their Indian bank account.
What is CTC and how does it work? +
CTC stands for Cost to Company. It's the total annual cost of employing someone, including base salary, employer PF and ESI contributions, gratuity, and any allowances. The employee's take-home pay is lower than CTC because it includes employer-side costs and tax deductions. We provide a full CTC breakdown before you confirm any hire.
Do employees get payslips and Form 16? +
Yes. Every employee receives a detailed monthly payslip showing all earnings and deductions. At the end of the financial year (March), we generate Form 16, the annual tax certificate that employees need for filing their income tax returns.
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What are PF, ESI, and TDS? +
PF (Provident Fund) is a retirement savings scheme where both employer and employee contribute 12% of basic salary. ESI (Employee State Insurance) provides medical and disability benefits for employees earning below ₹21,000/month. TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) is income tax withheld from salary before payment. Omnivoo calculates, deposits, and files all three automatically every month.
What is Professional Tax? +
Professional Tax is a state-level tax on employment income. Rates and slabs vary by state. For example, Maharashtra charges up to ₹2,500/year while some states don't levy it at all. We handle registration and deduction based on the employee's work location.
What happens when Indian labour law changes? +
Our AI monitors government gazettes and regulatory announcements continuously. When laws change, we update contracts, payroll calculations, and filing procedures before your next payroll run. You receive a notification explaining what changed and how it affects your team.
Who carries the legal risk? +
Omnivoo does. As the legal employer of record, compliance liability sits with us. If there's a filing error or missed registration, it's our responsibility to fix it, not yours. Your employees are employed by Dynalize Technologies Pvt Ltd (our Indian entity), and all statutory obligations are in our name.
What is Shops & Establishment registration? +
It's a state-level registration that every employer must obtain in each state where they have employees. It covers things like working hours, leave entitlements, and employment conditions. Requirements and renewal timelines vary by state. We handle all registrations and renewals.
Are employee terminations handled compliantly? +
Yes. Indian labour law has specific requirements around notice periods, gratuity payments, and full and final settlement calculations. We manage the entire offboarding process to ensure it follows the law and that the employee receives all statutory dues on time.
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How much does Omnivoo cost? +
Monthly per-employee fees start at $149 and vary based on the employee's salary level (CTC) and your team size. Higher salaries require more complex compliance, so the fee is higher. Teams of 10-24 employees get about 13% off, and teams of 25+ get about 27% off. Contractor management is $15/month per contractor.
Are there any setup, onboarding, or hidden fees? +
No. The monthly per-employee fee covers everything: AI-generated contracts, payroll processing, all tax filings (PF, ESI, TDS, Professional Tax), compliance monitoring, support, and zero-markup currency exchange. Employee salaries and statutory contributions are pass-through costs that we don't mark up.
What is the founding client offer? +
Your first employee (with a monthly CTC up to ₹1 lakh) is fully managed for free for 5 months. This includes contracts, payroll, and all compliance. Second employee onwards is at standard pricing from day one. This offer is limited to our first 10 customers.
Can I cancel anytime? +
Yes. There is no minimum contract length. You can offboard employees at any time, subject to standard Indian labour law notice periods (typically 1-3 months depending on the contract), which we help you navigate.
Do you offer annual billing? +
Yes. Annual billing saves 15% compared to monthly billing. We also offer partner discounts for VC firms and accelerators whose portfolio companies hire in India.
How do volume discounts work? +
Pricing automatically adjusts based on how many employees you have on Omnivoo. 1-9 employees is the base rate. 10-24 employees receives approximately 13% off per employee. 25+ employees receives approximately 27% off, or you can request a custom plan with dedicated support.
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Can Omnivoo manage contractors as well as employees? +
Yes. Contractor management is available at $15 per contractor per month. We handle compliant service agreements, invoice processing, TDS deduction and filing, and cross-border payments at mid-market exchange rates.
What is the difference between an employee and a contractor in India? +
In India, the classification depends on factors like the degree of control you have over how and when the person works, whether they use your tools and systems, exclusivity of the engagement, and economic dependence. Misclassifying an employee as a contractor can result in back-payment of all statutory benefits plus penalties. Our AI runs a classification assessment to flag risks.
Can I convert a contractor to a full-time employee? +
Yes. We handle the transition from contractor to employee with no switching fee. We generate a new employment contract, complete all statutory registrations, and ensure there's no gap in compliance. The new employee rate applies from the next billing cycle.
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How does Omnivoo protect employee data? +
We follow India's Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act requirements. Employee personal information is encrypted at rest and in transit. Access to sensitive data is role-restricted, and we maintain audit logs of all data access. We do not share employee data with third parties except as required for statutory filings with Indian government authorities.
Where is data stored? +
Employee and payroll data is stored on secure cloud infrastructure with data centers that comply with international security standards. All statutory documents and filings are maintained as per Indian record-keeping requirements.
Can employees access their own information? +
Yes. Employees can view their payslips, tax documents, leave balances, and employment details through our employee self-service portal. They can also download their Form 16 and other tax certificates directly.