Punjab — Labour Welfare Fund 2026
Check the latest Labour Welfare Fund (LWF) contribution rates in Punjab for 2026. Punjab enforces mandatory LWF deductions under the The Punjab Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1965, which is primarily applicable to any employer/establishment on any day employing 10 or more employees during the preceding 12 months. Ensure accurate payroll processing by remitting employee and employer statutory contributions monthly (remitted half-yearly), avoiding state-specific non-compliance penalties.
ActThe Punjab Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1965
RuleThe Punjab Labour Welfare Fund Rules 1966
ApplicabilityAny Employer/Establishment on any day employing 10 or more employees during the preceding 12 months
FrequencyMonthly (remitted half-yearly)
Contribution details
| Category | Employee (₹) | Employer (₹) | Total (₹) | Deduction Date | Submission Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Any person who is employed for hire or reward to do any work, skilled or unskilled, manual or clerical, in an establishment | 5 | 20 | 25 | Last Day Of Month | 15th April / 15th October |