NCP days, also known as Non-Contributory Period days, refer to the number of days for which an employee has been absent from work, and during these days, the PF (Provident Fund) contribution will not be paid to the employees PF account. NCP days can occur when an employee takes unauthorized leave, leaves taken after 6 months of maternity leave, or irregular and unnotified absences. Its important to note that leaves such as Casual Leave, Earned Leave, Medical Leave, and Maternity Leave are not considered as NCP days, and PF contributions will be paid to the PF account during these leaves. However, if an employee takes more leaves than allotted, the company may consider it as an unauthorized absence and file it as an NCP day, resulting in no PF contribution being paid to the PF account.
NCP days are significant in the context of EPF (Employee Provident Fund) rules, as they can impact the eligibility for benefits such as EPF contributions and pension. Its essential for employees to be aware of the implications of NCP days and adhere to the companys leave policies to avoid any adverse effects on their PF contributions and other benefits.
