Kerala
Minimum WagesThe Kerala Minimum Wages CPI Notification ( April 2026)
Kerala published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: kerala-the-kerala-minimum-wages-cpi-notification-april-2026) on 2026-05-19, filed under Minimum Wages. The purpose of this notification is to protect workers' rights by ensuring they receive a fair and living wage, adjusted for inflation, as per the Minimum Wages Act.
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| Gazette ID | kerala-the-kerala-minimum-wages-cpi-notification-april-2026 |
| Category | Minimum Wages |
Action Required
Employers in Kerala must review and update their payroll to ensure compliance with the revised minimum wage rates, effective from the date of notification. They must also maintain accurate records of wages paid to their employees.
Statutory Penalty Risk
Non-compliance may result in penalties under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, which can include fines and imprisonment.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- The Minimum Wages Act, 1948
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers in Kerala must review and update their payroll to ensure compliance with the revised minimum wage rates, effective from the date of notification. They must also maintain accurate records of wages paid to their employees. |
| Compliance Deadline | |
| Statutory Penalty | Non-compliance may result in penalties under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, which can include fines and imprisonment. |
Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to protect workers' rights by ensuring they receive a fair and living wage, adjusted for inflation, as per the Minimum Wages Act.
Summary
The Kerala Minimum Wages CPI Notification for April 2026 has been issued, updating the minimum wage rates in the state of Kerala. This notification aims to adjust the minimum wages to reflect changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), ensuring fair compensation for workers in the state.