The Ministry of Labour & Employment has officially notified the Code on Wages (Central) Rules, 2026. These rules simplify wage compliance, working hours, registers, wage slips, bonus provisions, and employee records for establishments across India.
Quick Highlights
- Normal working hours fixed at 8 hours per day
- Weekly working hours should not exceed 48 hours
- Employers must provide weekly rest day
- Wage slips can be issued electronically or physically
- Employee registers and attendance records can be maintained digitally
- Rules cover minimum wages, bonus, deductions, overtime, and claims process
- New standard formats introduced for registers and wage slips
| Topic | New Rule |
|---|---|
| Working Hours | 8 hours per day |
| Weekly Limit | 48 hours |
| Rest Day | 1 day every week |
| Wage Slip | Mandatory |
| Records | Digital or Physical |
| Bonus | Covered under rules |
| Overtime | Applicable as per Code |
