Employer of Record
Hire in India Without Setting Up an Entity
Our Employer of record (EOR) services in India let you hire employees without a local entity. You manage the work; we handle contracts, payroll and statutory compliance.
WHO THIS IS FOR
EOR Can Be the Right Starting Point for Your India Presence
An Employer of record is a local employer that legally hires staff for you. EOR suits foreign companies wanting India-based employees without an Indian entity, whether testing the market, building an early team or hiring ahead of formal setup.
WHAT WE Handle
The Employment Infrastructure Behind Your India Team
From the day an employee joins to the day they leave, we manage every administrative and statutory requirement of employment in India, including payroll, tax and benefits.
Employment Documentation
Locally compliant offer letters and EOR contracts drafted under Indian labor law.
Payroll Administration
Accurate, on-time salary payments with payslips and tax documentation.
Statutory Compliance
PF, ESI, gratuity and mandatory labour obligations managed on your behalf.
Onboarding & Offboarding
A structured, seamless employment journey for every employee.
Tax Administration
Payroll taxes are calculated, deducted, and processed correctly.
Benefits Administration
Health insurance, leave policies and supplementary benefits set up and maintained.
Termination & Settlement
Compliant exits covering notice periods and full and final settlements.
Monthly reporting
Clear visibility into cost, compliance status and open employee queries.
How It Works
From Hiring Need to Ongoing Employment.
As your India EOR partner, Stratsmith understands local employment rules, takes responsibility for employment administration and supports you as your requirements change.
Understand
01
Understand
We map the role, seniority, compensation expectations and timeline so the employment structure fits your business rather than a template.
Structure
02
Structure
We build a compliant compensation structure and EOR employment contract aligned with Indian labor law and your internal reporting policies.
Onboard
03
Onboard
Once you select a candidate, we complete documentation and background verification where required, then deliver a structured first-month onboarding.
Operate
04
Operate
From month one we run payroll, statutory filings and benefits administration, giving you monthly visibility without internal administrative burden.
Scale
05
Scale
As your India team grows we add headcount under the same structure or support a clean transition to your entity.
Pricing
Pricing Plans
Employer of Record (EOR)
Onboard full-time employees in India without an Indian entity.
Starting at $149 per employee / month
Full-time employee status in India
Fully compliant local payroll
Best-practice employment contracts
Competitive, locally benchmarked benefits
On-demand HR & compliance support
Dedicated project manager
Timely, accurate salary payouts
Payslips with tax declaration support
Full-time employee status in India
Recruiting
Recruit employees in any country in the world
Starting at 10% Of the candidate’s annual salary
Best-practice employment contracts
Easy recruitment in India
Fast recruitment timeline
Expert advice on best cities to hire from
Requirement-matched candidate screening
Shortlisted profiles & interview support
Enterprise
Get a custom quote from us if recruiting or onboarding more than 15 resources
Get a quote
Custom pricing for your requirement
On-demand HR, compliance & legal support
Easy recruitment in India
Fast recruitment timeline
Requirement-matched candidate screening
Shortlisted profiles & interview support
Full background checks
Expense reimbursement workflow
Timesheets & attendance management
WHY Stratsmith
India-Focused EOR Support, Built Around Your Business
You get an India-based partner who knows the statutory landscape first-hand, structures each arrangement around your policies, and stays accountable through a single contact.
When EOR Makes Sense
Build Your India Team Without Building an Entity
Setting up an entity solely to hire a few employees adds administrative complexity before you know how large your India operation will become. An employer of record lets you start hiring in India right away, keeping your focus on business priorities and outcomes, while you decide on a long-term structure.
FAQs
Commonly Asked Questions
How is EOR different from Staff Augmentation?
EOR is an employment model where Stratsmith legally employs your people in India while you manage their work. Staff augmentation is a talent model where Stratsmith provides professionals to supplement your team for a specific project or delivery need.
Can we convert an EOR employee to our own entity later?
Yes. If you incorporate in India, we support a structured transition of the employee’s contract and continuity of benefits to your new entity.
Can EOR be used for senior or leadership hires?
Yes. EOR works for roles at any level, from individual contributors to country or regional leadership, provided the role does not require statutory ownership or director-level responsibilities tied to a registered entity.
How quickly can an EOR employee be onboarded?
Timing depends on the role, candidate availability, documentation, background verification and the employee’s existing notice period. Once requirements are complete, onboarding can typically begin within 2 business days.
What happens when employment ends?
We coordinate the applicable exit process, including notice, documentation and full-and-final settlement requirements, in line with the agreed process and applicable law.
Do you offer EOR under a white-label arrangement for partners or consultancies?
Yes. We support white-label EOR delivery, where your brand fronts the client relationship while we manage employment, payroll and compliance behind the scenes.
Can EOR cover employees across multiple states in India?
Yes. We manage state-specific labor law, tax and registration requirements, so your employees can be based anywhere in India under one agreement.
How is EOR pricing structured?
EOR pricing is typically per employee per month, starting at $149, and covers payroll, compliance and HR administration. See the plans below for details.