Labour Code Advisor

Central

Shops and Establishment

Notification regarding hours of work for establishment under the OSH and WC Code, 2020

Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-establishment-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020) on 2026-05-18, filed under Shops and Establishment. The purpose of this notification is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of workers by regulating their working hours and providing a safe working environment.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID central-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-establishment-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020
Category Shops and Establishment
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-05-18

Action Required

Employers must ensure compliance with the prescribed working hours and maintain accurate records of employee working hours to avoid penalties. They must also display the working hours and breaks at a conspicuous place in the establishment.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Fine up to ₹1,00,000 or imprisonment up to 3 months, or both

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020
  • Shops and Establishment Act

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers must ensure compliance with the prescribed working hours and maintain accurate records of employee working hours to avoid penalties. They must also display the working hours and breaks at a conspicuous place in the establishment.
Compliance Deadline
Statutory PenaltyFine up to ₹1,00,000 or imprisonment up to 3 months, or both

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of workers by regulating their working hours and providing a safe working environment.

Summary

The Central Government has issued a notification regarding hours of work for establishments under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020, aiming to regulate working hours and ensure employee well-being. This notification applies to all establishments covered under the Code, including shops and commercial establishments, and outlines the maximum daily and weekly working hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (central-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-establishment-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020)?
Central issued this notification, published on 2026-05-18.
What is Gazette Notification central-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-establishment-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020 about?
The purpose of this notification is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of workers by regulating their working hours and providing a safe working environment.
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-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-establishment-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020?
Employers must ensure compliance with the prescribed working hours and maintain accurate records of employee working hours to avoid penalties. They must also display the working hours and breaks at a conspicuous place in the establishment. The compliance deadline is 2026-05-18.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification central-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-establishment-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020?
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 central-notification-regarding-hours-of-work-for-establishment-under-the-osh-and-wc-code-2020?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Fine up to ₹1,00,000 or imprisonment up to 3 months, or both.