{"id":265192,"date":"2026-07-02T15:51:15","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T07:51:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peoplex.ai\/?p=265192"},"modified":"2026-07-03T13:32:54","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T05:32:54","slug":"socso-contribution-rates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.peoplex.ai\/ms\/tips\/payroll\/socso-contribution-rates\/","title":{"rendered":"SOCSO Contribution Rates 2026: Lindung 24\/7 Coverage and Key Changes Under the Employees\u2019 Social Security (Amendment) Act 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"265192\" class=\"elementor elementor-265192\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44fd5b7 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"44fd5b7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a2e6c63 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a2e6c63\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-20db88f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"20db88f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>\u26a1KEY TAKEAWAYS<\/strong><\/h2><ul><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The Employees&#8217; Social Security (Amendment) Act 2026 (Akta Keselamatan Sosial Pekerja (Pindaan) 2026) was gazetted on 5 March 2026<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It introduces Lindung 24\/7 (Skim Kemalangan Bukan Bencana Kerja) \u2014 extending SOCSO coverage to non-work accidents, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 9.6 million active SOCSO contributors are automatically enrolled \u2014 no separate registration needed<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The additional premium is employee-borne \u2014 employers do not pay extra, but must update payroll deductions once rates are gazetted<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Implementation is targeted for Q3 2026, in phases<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> SMEs using manual payroll must update contribution tables when new rates are officially published<br \/><\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>IN SHORT<\/strong>: The Employees&#8217; Social Security (Amendment) Act 2026 introduces Lindung 24\/7 \u2014 a new PERKESO scheme that extends SOCSO coverage to non-work-related accidents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The additional premium is borne entirely by employees. Employers must update payroll deductions once new contribution rates are gazetted, with implementation targeted for Q3 2026.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><hr \/><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><strong>What Is the Employees&#8217; Social Security (Amendment) Act 2026?<\/strong><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Employees&#8217; Social Security (Amendment) Act 2026 \u2014 in Malay, Akta Keselamatan Sosial Pekerja (Pindaan) 2026 \u2014 amends Malaysia&#8217;s foundational social security legislation to expand SOCSO coverage beyond the workplace. It was gazetted on 5 March 2026 and will come into force on dates appointed by the Minister of Human Resources, with implementation targeted for Q3 2026 in phases.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SOCSO (Social Security Organisation), known in Malay as PERKESO (Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial), is Malaysia&#8217;s statutory body under the Ministry of Human Resources responsible for administering social security protection for private-sector employees. The two names refer to the same organisation and are used interchangeably across official communications.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For decades, SOCSO&#8217;s Employment Injury Scheme only covered accidents arising out of and in the course of employment \u2014 workplace injuries, commuting accidents, and occupational diseases. The 2026 amendment introduces a new legal category: the non-employment injury (kemalangan bukan bencana kerja), covered under the new Lindung 24\/7 scheme. More than 9.6 million active SOCSO contributors across Malaysia&#8217;s formal sector are affected. You can verify official gazette notices and implementation updates at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.perkeso.gov.my\/en\/skim-kemalangan-bukan-bencana-kerja-lindung-24-jam.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PERKESO&#8217;s official portal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><strong>SOCSO Contribution Rates (Before &amp; After June 2026): What Employers and Employees Actually Pay<\/strong><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the introduction of Lindung 24\/7, an additional contribution is expected to cover the new 24-hour non-occupational accident protection. The new rate is updated in the official gazette by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.perkeso.gov.my\/en\/skim-kemalangan-bukan-bencana-kerja-lindung-24-jam.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PERKESO<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 but employers should expect a small incremental change and ensure payroll systems are ready to apply updated contribution schedules.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><table><tbody><tr><td><b>Monthly Salary (RM)<\/b><\/td><td><b>Employer Contribution (Before June 2026)<\/b><\/td><td><b>Employee Contribution (Before June 2026)<\/b><\/td><td><b>Employer Contribution (After 1 June 2026)<\/b><\/td><td><b>Employee Contribution (After 1 June 2026, Phrase 1)*<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When wages exceed RM1,000 but not RM1,100<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM18.35<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM5.25<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM18.35<\/span><\/td><td><b>~RM7.50<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When wages exceed RM2,000 but not RM2,100<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM35.85<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM10.25<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM35.85<\/span><\/td><td><b>~RM15.00<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When wages exceed RM3,000 but not RM3,100<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM53.35<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM15.25<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM53.35<\/span><\/td><td><b>~RM22.50<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When wages exceed RM4,000 but not RM4,100<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM70.85<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM20.25<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM70.85<\/span><\/td><td><b>~RM30.00<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When wages RM5,000 and above<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM86.65<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM24.75<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RM86.65<\/span><\/td><td><b>~RM37.50<\/b><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*Note: Approximate figures based on PERKESO&#8217;s wage-band table, under First Category. Exact contributions per RM1 wage increments are published on the <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.perkeso.gov.my\/images\/dokumen\/Rate_of_Contribution_ACT_4.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employees&#8217; Social Security Act 1969 (Act 4)<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><strong>What Is Lindung 24\/7?<\/strong><\/h2><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What exactly is Lindung 24\/7, and what does the name mean?<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lindung 24\/7 \u2014 officially Skim Kemalangan Bukan Bencana Kerja (Non-Employment Accident Scheme) \u2014 is PERKESO&#8217;s new round-the-clock protection scheme for Malaysian workers. The name is straightforward: lindung means protection, and 24\/7 means every hour of every day. It extends SOCSO coverage to accidents that happen outside of working hours \u2014 a protection that simply did not exist before this amendment.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the difference between the SOCSO Employment Injury Scheme and Lindung 24\/7?<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are two distinct but complementary layers of protection, both administered by PERKESO with equivalent benefits. The Employment Injury Scheme covers accidents that arise directly out of and in the course of employment \u2014 workplace injuries, commuting accidents, and occupational diseases. Lindung 24\/7 fills the gap by covering non-employment injuries: accidents that happen when an employee is completely off the clock. If a worker sprains their ankle at the office, the Employment Injury Scheme applies. If that same worker falls at home on a Sunday, Lindung 24\/7 applies. Together, the two schemes now provide seamless protection across every hour of an employee&#8217;s life.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What accidents and injuries are covered under Lindung 24\/7?<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under Lindung 24\/7, employees are protected against kemalangan bukan bencana kerja (non-employment accidents) \u2014 including slips and falls at home or in public spaces, road accidents during off-duty hours, and injuries at shopping malls, markets, or recreational areas. Any accidents that occur outside the scope of work and commuting now falls within this coverage.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before vs. After: What Changed<\/span><\/h3><table><tbody><tr><td><p><b>Aspect<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><b>Before Lindung 24\/7 Implemented<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><b>After Lindung 24\/7 Implemented<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coverage hours<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work hours &amp; commute only<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24 hours, 7 days a week<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Workplace accidents<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2705 Covered<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2705 Covered<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commuting accidents<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2705 Covered<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2705 Covered<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Off-duty road accidents<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u274c Not covered<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2705 Covered<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accidents at home<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u274c Not covered<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2705 Covered<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injuries in public spaces<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u274c Not covered<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2705 Covered<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who pays extra premium<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employee only<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Separate registration<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No \u2014 auto\u2011enrolled<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Workers covered<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9.6 million<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9.6 million<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What benefits are available under Lindung 24\/7?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><\/h3><table><tbody><tr><td><p><b>Benefit Category<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><b>Details \/ Local Term<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical Treatment<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coverage for medical care related to the injury<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temporary Disability Benefit<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faedah Hilang Upaya Sementara (FHUS)<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Permanent Disability Benefit<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faedah Hilang Upaya Kekal (FHUK)<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dependants&#8217; Benefit<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faedah Orang Tanggungan (FOT)<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Constant Attendance Allowance<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elaun Layanan Tetap (ELS)<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Funeral Management Benefit<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faedah Pengurusan Mayat (FPM)<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rehabilitation Support<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical and vocational rehabilitation assistance<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Educational Loan Facility<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial assistance for education purposes<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><strong>What Does This Mean for Employers?<\/strong><\/h2><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Lindung 24\/7 compulsory for all employers?<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 there is no opt-out provision. All employers currently required to contribute to SOCSO under the Employees&#8217; Social Security Act 1969 are automatically subject to the 2026 amendment. If your business is already registered with PERKESO, Lindung 24\/7 applies to you and your employees when it comes into force.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who pays for the Lindung 24\/7 contribution \u2014 employer or employee?<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The additional caruman SOCSO for Lindung 24\/7 is borne entirely by employees. As an employer, your direct cost does not increase. However, your compliance obligations remain unchanged \u2014 you are still responsible for deducting the updated contribution amount from each employee&#8217;s wages and remitting it to PERKESO via the ASSIST portal on time. The deduction obligation shifts; the financial burden does not fall on you.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much extra will SOCSO deduct under Lindung 24\/7?<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contributions are fully funded by employees and will be introduced in phases. The contribution rates are as follows:\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phase 1 (2026\u20132027): 0.75%<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phase 2 (2028\u20132030): 1.00%<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phase 3 (2031 onwards): 1.25%<br \/><\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><b>SOCSO Contribution Comparison (Under 60 Years Old)<\/b><\/h3><table><tbody><tr><td><p><b>Period<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><b>Existing Employee Rate (Standard)<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><b>New Employee Share with Lindung 24\/7 Scheme Rate<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><b>Total Employer Share<\/b><b><br \/><br \/><\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before June 2026<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~0.5%<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~0.5%<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~1.25% (no changes)<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">June 2026 \u2013 2027<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~0.5%<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~0.75% (+0.25%)<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~1.25%\u00a0 (no changes)<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does Lindung 24\/7 cover foreign workers in Malaysia?<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foreign workers who are already contributing to SOCSO under existing legislation may be covered under Lindung 24\/7. Coverage under SOCSO generally applies to employees regardless of nationality. Employers with a mixed workforce of local and foreign staff should confirm coverage specifics with PERKESO directly as the implementation gazette is finalised.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employer Compliance Checklist: What to Do Before Q3 2026<\/span><\/h3><ol><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Audit your payroll system \u2014 confirm whether your software auto-updates statutory tables or requires manual input<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Update SOCSO contribution configurations to take effect starting from the June 2026 payroll.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Communicate with employees \u2014 brief your team on what Lindung 24\/7 means and why their SOCSO deduction will change slightly<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Review your payslip template \u2014 ensure updated deduction line items are clearly labelled<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Check remittance deadlines \u2014 PERKESO contributions are due by the 15th of the following month; build in buffer during the transition period<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Retain documentation \u2014 keep records of updated payroll runs as audit evidence<\/span><\/li><\/ol><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What happens if my company doesn&#8217;t update SOCSO contributions correctly?<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incorrect contributions \u2014 whether under-deduction or late remittance \u2014 can result in financial penalties under the Employees&#8217; Social Security Act. Discrepancies discovered during a PERKESO audit may trigger back-payment demands, compounding interest on unpaid amounts, and in serious cases, legal proceedings against the employer. For SMEs without dedicated payroll teams, the transition to new Lindung 24\/7 rates is a high-risk window if payroll processes are not properly set up.<br \/><br \/><\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Does This Mean for Employees?<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For employees, Lindung 24\/7 is straightforwardly positive \u2014 significantly broader protection for a modest increase in personal SOCSO deduction.<br \/><br \/><\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do I need to register separately for Lindung 24\/7?<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No. All employees currently registered under SOCSO are automatically enrolled in Lindung 24\/7 when the scheme comes into force. There is no separate registration process, no additional forms to submit, and no action required from the employee. Coverage is seamless and immediate upon implementation.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The slight increase in potongan gaji (salary deduction) for the Lindung 24\/7 premium will appear as an updated line item on payslips once the new rates are gazetted. PERKESO&#8217;s phased rollout approach gives employees time to adjust. The practical benefit is immediate and significant: your SOCSO protection no longer stops when you clock out. Whether it is a late-night accident, a weekend injury, or a fall at home \u2014 the protection follows you, every hour of every day.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><strong>Why SMEs and Startups Need to Act Now<\/strong><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small businesses and startups carry a disproportionate compliance burden compared to large corporations. Without dedicated HR or payroll teams, most SMEs manage caruman berkanun (statutory contributions) manually or through basic tools \u2014 leaving enormous room for error during a regulatory transition like this.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Missing the updated contribution tables means every payslip processed after the gazette date carries incorrect deductions \u2014 a compliance error on record. Late remittance to PERKESO carries financial penalties, and transition periods are historically high-risk for processing delays.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without transparent, itemised payslips showing the updated SOCSO deduction, employees may question changes to their take-home pay, creating internal disputes that are difficult to resolve without proper documentation. And if a PERKESO audit surfaces inconsistent deduction histories, SMEs with incomplete records face the highest exposure.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The phase-in period before Q3 2026 is your preparation window. Use it.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><strong>How PeopleX Payroll Keeps Your Business Compliant with Lindung 24\/7<\/strong><\/h2><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How can PeopleX help my business manage the new SOCSO changes?<\/span><\/h3><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplex.ai\/ms\/payroll\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PeopleX<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is built precisely for Malaysian SMEs, small business owners, and startups navigating statutory compliance. PeopleX is a Malaysia-based payroll and HR technology company serving businesses of all sizes \u2014 from 1-person startups to big corporate organisations.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Built for compliance.<\/strong> PeopleX monitors and applies the latest EPF, SOCSO (including Lindung 24\/7 caruman rates once gazetted), EIS, and LHDN rates \u2014 so you never need to manually track gazette publications or update spreadsheets.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Managed payroll expertise.<\/strong> PeopleX&#8217;s managed payroll service puts a team of compliance professionals in charge of calculation, deduction, and remittance. The risk of errors during the Lindung 24\/7 transition is removed from your plate entirely.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Transparent, itemised payslips.<\/strong> Employees receive digital payslips that clearly show each potongan (deduction) \u2014 including the updated SOCSO line under Lindung 24\/7 \u2014 eliminating confusion and internal disputes before they start.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Onboarding within 48 hours.<\/strong> Whether you have 5 employees or 500, PeopleX can onboard your business rapidly, giving you time to get fully compliant well before the Q3 2026 rollout.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>PDPA-aligned data security.<\/strong> All payroll data is stored on a cloud-based platform aligned to Malaysia&#8217;s Personal Data Protection Act.<\/span><\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplex.ai\/ms\/hr-tech\/\">Integrated HR tools<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>.<\/strong> Beyond payroll, PeopleX&#8217;s HR system software covers leave management, attendance tracking with geolocation and geofencing, and AI-powered digital claims \u2014 a single platform to manage your people.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Still managing payroll manually and worried about staying compliant? 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