The Ministry of Labour and Employment has notified ₹25,000 per month as the revised wage ceiling for the purposes of Chapter III of the Code on Social Security, 2020.
The notification was issued on 17 September 2026 and the revised wage ceiling is effective from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.
Key Point:
The wage ceiling has been revised from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month for the purposes specified under Chapter III of the Code.
| Particular | Earlier | Revised |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Wage Ceiling | ₹15,000 | ₹25,000 |
| Effective Date | — | 17 September 2026 |
| Applicable Under | — | Chapter III, Code on Social Security, 2020 |
