Our school contracts buses for student pick-up and drop-off, twice daily. The Employee Provident Fund (EPF) argues that the bus drivers should be enrolled as school employees. However, we believe that since we only hire the buses for a specific time period, the drivers don’t fall under the EPF provisions. We’d appreciate guidance on this matter.

While the EPF considers employees working for more than 60 days in a year as eligible for enrollment, the specific criteria for contracted bus drivers needs to be assessed. The nature of the contract, control over the drivers, and the duration of the contract are crucial factors to determine if they qualify as school employees under the EPF Act. It is advisable to consult with an expert to clarify this situation based on the specific details of your arrangement.