Labour Code Advisor

Karnataka

Minimum Wages

Notification regarding revision of minimum wages and VDA for scheduled employment w.e.f 22nd May 2026(Revised)

Karnataka published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: karnataka-notification-regarding-revision-of-minimum-wages-and-vda-for-scheduled-employment-w-e-f-22nd-may-2026-revised) on 2026-05-22, filed under Minimum Wages. The purpose of this notification is to ensure that workers in scheduled employment in Karnataka receive a minimum wage that is fair and reasonable, considering the current economic conditions.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID karnataka-notification-regarding-revision-of-minimum-wages-and-vda-for-scheduled-employment-w-e-f-22nd-may-2026-revised
Category Minimum Wages
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-05-22

Action Required

Employers in Karnataka must revise the wages of their employees in scheduled employment to comply with the new minimum wages and VDA rates, effective from 22nd May 2026. They must also ensure that the revised wages are paid to the employees from the effective date.

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 Karnataka must revise the wages of their employees in scheduled employment to comply with the new minimum wages and VDA rates, effective from 22nd May 2026. They must also ensure that the revised wages are paid to the employees from the effective date.
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 ensure that workers in scheduled employment in Karnataka receive a minimum wage that is fair and reasonable, considering the current economic conditions.

Summary

The Government of Karnataka has issued a notification revising the minimum wages and Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) for scheduled employment, effective from 22nd May 2026. This revision aims to provide a fair wage to workers in the state, considering the rising cost of living and other economic factors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (karnataka-notification-regarding-revision-of-minimum-wages-and-vda-for-scheduled-employment-w-e-f-22nd-may-2026-revised)?
Karnataka issued this notification, published on 2026-05-22.
What is Gazette Notification karnataka-notification-regarding-revision-of-minimum-wages-and-vda-for-scheduled-employment-w-e-f-22nd-may-2026-revised about?
The purpose of this notification is to ensure that workers in scheduled employment in Karnataka receive a minimum wage that is fair and reasonable, considering the current economic conditions.
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 karnataka-notification-regarding-revision-of-minimum-wages-and-vda-for-scheduled-employment-w-e-f-22nd-may-2026-revised?
Employers in Karnataka must revise the wages of their employees in scheduled employment to comply with the new minimum wages and VDA rates, effective from 22nd May 2026. They must also ensure that the revised wages are paid to the employees from the effective date. The compliance deadline is 2026-05-22.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification karnataka-notification-regarding-revision-of-minimum-wages-and-vda-for-scheduled-employment-w-e-f-22nd-may-2026-revised?
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 karnataka-notification-regarding-revision-of-minimum-wages-and-vda-for-scheduled-employment-w-e-f-22nd-may-2026-revised?
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..