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Notification regarding sub section 1 of Section 26 of Code on Wages, 2019(Bonus eligibility Wage Ceiling)

Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-notification-regarding-sub-section-1-of-section-26-of-code-on-wages-2019-bonus-eligibility-wage-ceiling) on 2026-08-25, filed under Payment of Bonus. The purpose of this notification is to provide clarity on the wage ceiling for bonus eligibility to ensure uniform implementation of the Code on Wages, 2019 across all industries.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID central-notification-regarding-sub-section-1-of-section-26-of-code-on-wages-2019-bonus-eligibility-wage-ceiling
Category Payment of Bonus
Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-08-25

Action Required

Employers must review their current bonus payment structures to ensure compliance with the notified wage ceiling for bonus eligibility. They must also update their payroll systems and policies accordingly to avoid any non-compliance issues.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutes & Rules Amended

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers must review their current bonus payment structures to ensure compliance with the notified wage ceiling for bonus eligibility. They must also update their payroll systems and policies accordingly to avoid any non-compliance issues.
Compliance Deadline

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to provide clarity on the wage ceiling for bonus eligibility to ensure uniform implementation of the Code on Wages, 2019 across all industries.

Summary

The Central Government has issued a notification regarding sub-section 1 of Section 26 of the Code on Wages, 2019, which pertains to the bonus eligibility wage ceiling. This notification aims to clarify the wage ceiling for bonus eligibility under the Code on Wages, 2019, effective from the date of notification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (central-notification-regarding-sub-section-1-of-section-26-of-code-on-wages-2019-bonus-eligibility-wage-ceiling)?
Central issued this notification, published on 2026-08-25.
What is Gazette Notification central-notification-regarding-sub-section-1-of-section-26-of-code-on-wages-2019-bonus-eligibility-wage-ceiling about?
The purpose of this notification is to provide clarity on the wage ceiling for bonus eligibility to ensure uniform implementation of the Code on Wages, 2019 across all industries.
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-sub-section-1-of-section-26-of-code-on-wages-2019-bonus-eligibility-wage-ceiling?
Employers must review their current bonus payment structures to ensure compliance with the notified wage ceiling for bonus eligibility. They must also update their payroll systems and policies accordingly to avoid any non-compliance issues. The compliance deadline is 2026-08-25.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification central-notification-regarding-sub-section-1-of-section-26-of-code-on-wages-2019-bonus-eligibility-wage-ceiling?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Payroll Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).