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Circular on Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for compounding of offences under Sec 138 of Code on Social Security, 2020

Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-circular-on-standard-operating-procedure-sop-for-compounding-of-offences-under-sec-138-of-code-on-social-security-2020) on 2026-08-31, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to provide a standardized procedure for compounding offences under the Code on Social Security, 2020, to ensure effective implementation and compliance with the labour laws.

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Gazette ID central-circular-on-standard-operating-procedure-sop-for-compounding-of-offences-under-sec-138-of-code-on-social-security-2020
Category Labour Code
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Statutory Compliance Summary

Action Required

Employers must familiarize themselves with the SOP and ensure compliance with the procedures outlined for compounding offences under Section 138 of the Code on Social Security, 2020. They must also maintain accurate records and documentation to facilitate the compounding process.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Code on Social Security, 2020
  • Section 138

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers must familiarize themselves with the SOP and ensure compliance with the procedures outlined for compounding offences under Section 138 of the Code on Social Security, 2020. They must also maintain accurate records and documentation to facilitate the compounding process.

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to provide a standardized procedure for compounding offences under the Code on Social Security, 2020, to ensure effective implementation and compliance with the labour laws.

Summary

The Central Government has issued a circular outlining the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for compounding of offences under Section 138 of the Code on Social Security, 2020, providing a framework for employers to rectify non-compliances. This SOP aims to streamline the process of compounding offences, ensuring consistency and transparency in the application of the law.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (central-circular-on-standard-operating-procedure-sop-for-compounding-of-offences-under-sec-138-of-code-on-social-security-2020)?
Central issued this notification, published on 2026-08-31.
What is Gazette Notification central-circular-on-standard-operating-procedure-sop-for-compounding-of-offences-under-sec-138-of-code-on-social-security-2020 about?
The purpose of this notification is to provide a standardized procedure for compounding offences under the Code on Social Security, 2020, to ensure effective implementation and compliance with the labour laws.
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 central-circular-on-standard-operating-procedure-sop-for-compounding-of-offences-under-sec-138-of-code-on-social-security-2020?
Employers must familiarize themselves with the SOP and ensure compliance with the procedures outlined for compounding offences under Section 138 of the Code on Social Security, 2020. They must also maintain accurate records and documentation to facilitate the compounding process. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification central-circular-on-standard-operating-procedure-sop-for-compounding-of-offences-under-sec-138-of-code-on-social-security-2020?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).