Labour Code Advisor

Ministry of Labour and Employment

Notification regading sub secton 1 of Section 26 of Code on Wages, 2019

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-25082026-275747) on 25 August 2026, filed under Extra Ordinary. The purpose of this notification is to provide clarity and guidance on the payment of wages, ensuring compliance with the Code on Wages, 2019, and protecting the rights of employees.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-25082026-275747
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-12-31

Action Required

Employers must review their existing wage payment structures to ensure compliance with the amended provisions of subsection 1 of Section 26 of the Code on Wages, 2019, and make necessary adjustments to avoid non-compliance. They should also update their payroll systems and processes accordingly.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
AllManufacturingService SectorIT/ITES

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 38 of the Code on Wages, 2019, which may include fines ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding three years

Statutes & Rules Amended

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to provide clarity and guidance on the payment of wages, ensuring compliance with the Code on Wages, 2019, and protecting the rights of employees.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a gazette notification regarding subsection 1 of Section 26 of the Code on Wages, 2019, which pertains to the payment of wages and the obligations of employers. This notification aims to clarify or amend the existing provisions related to wage payments, potentially impacting various industries and employers across India.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-25082026-275747)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 25-Aug-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-25082026-275747 about?
The purpose of this notification is to provide clarity and guidance on the payment of wages, ensuring compliance with the Code on Wages, 2019, and protecting the rights of employees.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official gazette PDF is published on egazette.gov.in. An archived copy is also available for download directly from this page, in case the official portal is temporarily unavailable.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-25082026-275747?
Employers must review their existing wage payment structures to ensure compliance with the amended provisions of subsection 1 of Section 26 of the Code on Wages, 2019, and make necessary adjustments to avoid non-compliance. They should also update their payroll systems and processes accordingly. The compliance deadline is 2026-12-31.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-25082026-275747?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Payroll Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All, Manufacturing, Service Sector, IT/ITES sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-25082026-275747?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 38 of the Code on Wages, 2019, which may include fines ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding three years.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·