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Labour CodeNotification of Model Standing Orders, 2026 - Central
Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-notification-of-model-standing-orders-2026-central) on 2026-05-08, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to establish a model framework for standing orders that can be adopted by establishments to ensure compliance with labour laws and promote fair labour practices.
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| Gazette ID | central-notification-of-model-standing-orders-2026-central |
| Category | Labour Code |
Action Required
Employers must adopt and certify the model standing orders within the specified timeframe, and display them at a conspicuous place in the establishment. They must also ensure that the orders are made available to all employees.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- Labour Code on Wages, 2019
- Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020
- Industrial Relations Code, 2020
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers must adopt and certify the model standing orders within the specified timeframe, and display them at a conspicuous place in the establishment. They must also ensure that the orders are made available to all employees. |
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Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to establish a model framework for standing orders that can be adopted by establishments to ensure compliance with labour laws and promote fair labour practices.
Summary
The Central Government has issued a notification of Model Standing Orders, 2026, which aims to provide a standardized framework for employment conditions across various industries in India. This notification is expected to bring uniformity and clarity to the terms and conditions of employment, benefiting both employers and employees.