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Assam

Minimum Wages

Notification regarding Revision of VDA and minimum wages for contract workers cum labourers in Assam w.e.f 01st Jan 2026

Assam published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: assam-notification-regarding-revision-of-vda-and-minimum-wages-for-contract-workers-cum-labourers-in-assam-w-e-f-01st-jan-2026) on 2026-05-13, filed under Minimum Wages. The purpose of this notification is to protect the interests of contract workers and labourers in Assam by ensuring they receive a fair and minimum wage, as per the provisions of the Minimum Wages Act.

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Gazette ID assam-notification-regarding-revision-of-vda-and-minimum-wages-for-contract-workers-cum-labourers-in-assam-w-e-f-01st-jan-2026
Category Minimum Wages
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-01-01

Action Required

Employers in Assam must revise the wages of their contract workers and labourers to comply with the new minimum wage rates, effective from January 1, 2026. They must also ensure that the revised wages are paid on time and maintain proper records of the same.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Non-compliance may attract penalties under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, which can include fines and imprisonment.

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Minimum Wages Act, 1948

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers in Assam must revise the wages of their contract workers and labourers to comply with the new minimum wage rates, effective from January 1, 2026. They must also ensure that the revised wages are paid on time and maintain proper records of the same.
Compliance Deadline
Statutory PenaltyNon-compliance may attract penalties under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, which can include fines and imprisonment.

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to protect the interests of contract workers and labourers in Assam by ensuring they receive a fair and minimum wage, as per the provisions of the Minimum Wages Act.

Summary

The Government of Assam has issued a notification revising the Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) and minimum wages for contract workers cum labourers in the state, effective from January 1, 2026. This revision aims to provide fair compensation to contract workers and labourers in Assam, ensuring they receive a minimum wage that accounts for the rising cost of living.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (assam-notification-regarding-revision-of-vda-and-minimum-wages-for-contract-workers-cum-labourers-in-assam-w-e-f-01st-jan-2026)?
Assam issued this notification, published on 2026-05-13.
What is Gazette Notification assam-notification-regarding-revision-of-vda-and-minimum-wages-for-contract-workers-cum-labourers-in-assam-w-e-f-01st-jan-2026 about?
The purpose of this notification is to protect the interests of contract workers and labourers in Assam by ensuring they receive a fair and minimum wage, as per the provisions of the Minimum Wages Act.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official notification is published by the respective State Government and is linked directly from this page for your reference and download.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification assam-notification-regarding-revision-of-vda-and-minimum-wages-for-contract-workers-cum-labourers-in-assam-w-e-f-01st-jan-2026?
Employers in Assam must revise the wages of their contract workers and labourers to comply with the new minimum wage rates, effective from January 1, 2026. They must also ensure that the revised wages are paid on time and maintain proper records of the same. The compliance deadline is 2026-01-01.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification assam-notification-regarding-revision-of-vda-and-minimum-wages-for-contract-workers-cum-labourers-in-assam-w-e-f-01st-jan-2026?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Payroll Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification assam-notification-regarding-revision-of-vda-and-minimum-wages-for-contract-workers-cum-labourers-in-assam-w-e-f-01st-jan-2026?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Non-compliance may attract penalties under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, which can include fines and imprisonment..