Punjab
Minimum WagesNotification regarding revision of minimum wages w.e.f 01st May 2026 in Punjab
Punjab published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: punjab-notification-regarding-revision-of-minimum-wages-w-e-f-01st-may-2026-in-punjab) on 2026-05-01, filed under Minimum Wages. The purpose of this notification is to protect the interests of workers by providing them with a decent standard of living through revised minimum wages.
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| Published | |
| Gazette ID | punjab-notification-regarding-revision-of-minimum-wages-w-e-f-01st-may-2026-in-punjab |
| Category | Minimum Wages |
Action Required
Employers in Punjab must revise their payroll to ensure compliance with the new minimum wage rates, effective from 01st May 2026. They must also maintain proper records and make necessary adjustments to avoid any statutory penalties.
Statutory Penalty Risk
Penalty as per the Minimum Wages Act, 1948
Statutes & Rules Amended
- Minimum Wages Act, 1948
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers in Punjab must revise their payroll to ensure compliance with the new minimum wage rates, effective from 01st May 2026. They must also maintain proper records and make necessary adjustments to avoid any statutory penalties. |
| Compliance Deadline | |
| Statutory Penalty | Penalty as per the Minimum Wages Act, 1948 |
Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to protect the interests of workers by providing them with a decent standard of living through revised minimum wages.
Summary
The Government of Punjab has issued a notification revising the minimum wages for employees in the state, effective from 01st May 2026. This revision aims to ensure fair compensation for workers in various industries across Punjab.