Hire Confidently with Our PEO Services in India
Build and manage teams across India without setting up a local entity. We handle HR, payroll, compliance, and benefits with our Professional Employer Organization (PEO) services in India.
SynkPay's PEO service is a flat $349/month per employee. No setup fee. No long-term contract required. See full pricing →
EOR or PEO — which do you need?
If you are a foreign company hiring your first employees in India with no existing Indian entity, you most likely need our Employer of Record (EOR) service — SynkPay becomes the sole legal employer. PEO is the right fit if you have an existing India presence or want a co-employment structure for a larger, more established team.
Not sure whether you need an EOR or a PEO? See our full comparison →
What's the difference between a PEO and an EOR in India?
For a foreign company hiring in India, a PEO and an EOR deliver the same outcome — compliant employment without your own entity. The difference is the legal structure. Here is how a PEO compares with an EOR and with setting up your own Indian subsidiary.
| Factor | PEO | EOR | Own Indian subsidiary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legal employer | Co-employment (shared) | SynkPay is sole employer | Your entity |
| Local entity required | No | No | Yes — registration, bank account, filings |
| Time to first hire | ~1 business day | ~1 business day | 2–4 months |
| Day-to-day control | You manage the team | You manage the team | You manage the team |
| Best for | Teams wanting a co-employment structure | First hires, no entity, fastest start | 100+ headcount, long-term India base |
Still deciding? Read our full EOR vs PEO in India comparison, or compare it with our EOR services in India.
Why Companies Choose Our PEO
Our PEO service offers a co-employment model that allows you to hire and manage teams with ease.
Faster Team Setup
Hire full-time employees anywhere in India without establishing an entity.
100% Compliant Processes
We handle the legalities and payroll regulations so you’re always covered.
HR Efficiency, Cost-Friendly
Avoid the overhead of an in-house HR team with our scalable and cost-effective services.
Professional Employer Organization (PEO) in India
A Professional Employer Organization (PEO) is a co-employer that handles HR, payroll, tax compliance, and benefits, while you retain full control over day-to-day operations. It is a co-employment model where you don't need a local legal entity.
With SynkPay as your PEO partner, your team works under your direction, while our team handles backend administrative tasks. This allows you to build and manage your team faster without the hassle of setting up a full-fledged HR department.
Why choose SynkPay as your PEO partner in India
Unlike global platforms that route India hiring through a local partner network, SynkPay owns its India entity directly and has operated in India since 2016.
Directly-owned India entity
Your employees are engaged through our own India entity — not a third-party partner — so compliance and IP protection sit under one roof.
Operating in India since 2016
A long compliance track record across PF, ESI, gratuity, professional tax, and TDS — not a recent market entrant.
Flat $349 per employee, per month
One transparent price. No setup fee, no salary deposit, and billing starts at the beginning of the month.
Onboard in 1 business day
Standard hires are onboarded in one business day, backed by real human support — not a ticket queue.
We support hiring across every major Indian talent hub, including Bangalore, Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Pune.
Our Comprehensive PEO Services
Everything you need to hire, manage, and retain your workforce in India.
HR Administration & Onboarding
- Onboarding and offboarding coordination
- Leave, attendance, and record management
- Employee query support and documentation
Payroll & Statutory Benefits
- Monthly salary processing and tax compliance
- Managing PF, ESI, gratuity, and other benefits
- Handling health insurance and employee perks
Legal Compliance for Employment
- Drafting India-compliant employment contracts
- Managing statutory obligations and filings
- Labour law adherence and advisory support
What to look for in a PEO company in India
Not every PEO service provider in India operates the same way. When you compare PEO companies, weigh these five factors:
- Entity ownership. Confirm the PEO provider employs through its own India entity rather than sub-contracting to a local partner — it determines who is liable for compliance and IP.
- Compliance track record. India payroll spans PF, ESI, gratuity, professional tax, and TDS. Ask how long the PEO company has operated in India and how it handles statutory filings.
- Pricing transparency. Look for a flat, per-employee fee with no setup charge or salary deposit, so your cost is predictable as the team grows.
- Support model. Decide whether you need real people who answer quickly in your timezone, or a self-serve dashboard with chat-only support.
- Service breadth. The best PEO service providers also offer payroll, HR outsourcing, and recruitment so you can consolidate vendors as you scale.
How SynkPay's PEO India Works
Simple onboarding. Seamless support. Full control retained.
Share Your Hiring Plans
We begin by understanding your business goals, team structure, and hiring needs.
We Onboard & Administer
We handle compliant contracts, documentation, payroll setup, and benefits administration.
You Manage Your Team
You lead the team operationally while we take care of all the backend administrative support.
How much does a PEO in India cost?
SynkPay's PEO service is a flat $349 per employee, per month — the same price as our EOR. There is no setup fee and no salary deposit, and we bill at the start of the month. Optional background verification is a one-time $300 per employee.
Want to see the fully-loaded cost of an India hire, including PF, ESI, gratuity, and professional tax on top of gross salary? Estimate it before you commit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our PEO services in India.
What are the benefits of using a PEO in India?
A PEO lets you hire and manage full-time employees in India without the administrative burden of an in-house HR team. Key benefits include: managed payroll and statutory compliance (PF, ESI, TDS), employment contracts drafted under Indian law, leave and attendance management, and a single monthly fee instead of multiple vendor relationships. For foreign companies, a PEO removes the need to understand the specifics of Indian labour law while retaining full operational control over their team.
Is a PEO the same as outsourcing HR?
Not exactly. HR outsourcing typically means delegating specific HR tasks (such as payroll processing or recruiting) to a third party. A PEO goes further — it enters into a co-employment relationship, becoming the employer of record for statutory purposes. This means the PEO takes on legal responsibility for employment compliance, not just administrative support.
Can I hire full-time employees in India via a PEO?
Yes. SynkPay’s PEO service supports full-time permanent employment in India. Employees receive India-compliant employment contracts, full statutory benefits (PF, ESI, gratuity), and are paid through SynkPay’s payroll system. They work under your direction and management day-to-day.
Will I no longer have authority over my employees?
You retain complete operational control. You set their tasks, working hours, and performance standards. SynkPay handles the legal and administrative layer — contracts, payroll, compliance filings, and benefits. The co-employment model is administrative, not operational.
Do I need a local Indian entity to use PEO services?
No. SynkPay’s PEO service is specifically designed for foreign companies that do not have — and do not want to set up — an Indian entity. We are the legal employer in India, which means you can hire compliantly without registration, without an Indian bank account, and without local HR staff.
What’s the difference between EOR and PEO?
In practice, for foreign companies hiring in India, EOR and PEO deliver the same outcome: you can hire employees legally without an Indian entity. The technical distinction is that EOR means SynkPay is the sole legal employer, while PEO is a co-employment model. For companies without an Indian entity, EOR is typically the more appropriate model.
Do I need a PEO or an EOR to hire in India?
If you have no Indian entity and want the fastest, simplest route to hiring full-time staff, an EOR is usually the better fit — SynkPay becomes the sole legal employer. A PEO suits companies that want a co-employment structure, often once they have a larger or more established India team. Both let you hire without registering your own entity, and both onboard in about one business day.
Which is the best PEO company in India for a startup?
The right PEO company depends on entity ownership, compliance track record, pricing transparency, and support. SynkPay employs through its own India entity (not a partner network), has operated in India since 2016, charges a flat $349 per employee per month with no setup fee or salary deposit, and provides real human support. Compare any PEO provider against those five factors before deciding.
How much does a PEO in India cost?
SynkPay's PEO service is a flat $349 per employee per month — the same price as our EOR — with no setup fee and no salary deposit, billed at the start of the month. Optional background verification is a one-time $300 per employee. On top of the PEO fee, you pay the employee's gross salary plus statutory costs such as PF, ESI, and gratuity, which our cost calculator can estimate.
Can I hire employees in Bangalore, Delhi, or other Indian cities through a PEO?
Yes. SynkPay's PEO service covers hiring across every major Indian talent hub, including Bangalore, Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Pune. Because we employ through our own pan-India entity, the process, pricing, and compliance handling are the same regardless of which city your employee is based in.
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