Hire and manage employees in India without setting up your own Indian entity.
Akross becomes the local employer, managing employment contracts, payroll, statutory compliance, benefits, and HR administration while you manage your employees and their day-to-day work.
Hire Employees in India in Four Simple Steps
We simplify hiring in India through a structured Employer of Record process designed for speed, compliance, and a smooth employee experience.
01
Consultation & Hiring Planning
Understand your hiring requirements, employee role, location in India, compensation, and expected joining date.
02
Employment Contract & Compliance
Prepare a locally compliant employment agreement and complete the required employment documentation.
03
Payroll & Employee Onboarding
Set up payroll, statutory requirements, benefits, and onboard your employee for a smooth start.
04
Ongoing HR & Compliance Support
Manage payroll, employee administration, leave, benefits, statutory compliance, and ongoing HR support.
Why Choose Akross
A trusted India EOR partner helping you hire, employ, pay, and support employees in India — compliantly and without setting up your own local entity.
Hire Without a Local Entity
Hire employees in India without establishing your own Indian legal entity.
India Employment Compliance
Stay aligned with Indian employment regulations, statutory requirements, and payroll obligations.
Fast Employee Onboarding
Get your India-based employees onboarded efficiently with contracts, documentation, payroll, and HR support.
Accurate India Payroll
Reliable payroll processing with applicable taxes, statutory deductions, and employee payments managed locally.
Dedicated HR Support
Get ongoing HR assistance for your India employees throughout their employment lifecycle.
Scalable India Workforce
Start with one employee or build a larger India team through a flexible EOR model.
Build Your India Team With Confidence
Hire and employ employees in India without setting up your own Indian entity. Akross manages local employment, payroll, statutory compliance, benefits, and HR administration while you focus on managing and growing your India team.
Industries We Serve
SaaS Companies
IT Services
Technology Startups
Healthcare
Manufacturing
FinTech
Digital Agencies
E-commerce
Professional Services
Consulting Firms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Employer of Record (EOR) in India?
An Employer of Record (EOR) allows companies to employ workers in India without establishing their own Indian legal entity. Akross manages employment contracts, payroll, statutory compliance, benefits, and HR administration while you manage the employee's day-to-day work.
Can I hire employees in India without setting up an Indian company?
Yes. Akross enables companies to hire and employ eligible employees in India without establishing their own local entity. We manage the local employment and HR administration on your behalf.
What HR and payroll responsibilities does Akross manage?
Akross manages employment contracts, employee onboarding, payroll administration, applicable tax and statutory requirements, benefits administration, leave management, HR documentation, and ongoing employee support.
Do I still manage my employees after using an EOR?
Yes. You continue to manage your employees' day-to-day work, responsibilities, goals, and performance. Akross manages the employment relationship, payroll, compliance, and HR administration in India.
What is included in Akross's India EOR service?
Our India EOR service covers employment contracts, onboarding, payroll, statutory compliance, employee benefits, HR administration, ongoing support, and offboarding.
How long does it take to onboard an employee in India?
The timeline depends on the employee's documentation, compensation structure, and onboarding requirements. Once the required information is available, Akross works to complete employment documentation and onboarding efficiently.
Can I start with one employee and expand my India team later?
Yes. Akross's India EOR model can support companies starting with a single employee and scaling their India-based workforce as their business grows.
What happens when an employee leaves the company?
Akross manages the applicable offboarding process, including notice-period administration, final settlement, required documentation, and other employment exit formalities in India.