Labour Code Articles & Guides
In-depth guides on India's 4 New Labour Codes — every claim cited to the exact section number. 27 articles published, updated regularly as rules are notified.
India Labour Codes Implementation Status 2026: State Rules & Employer Compliance
India Labour Codes implementation status 2026 explained: Central Rules, State Rules, 50% wage requirements, resignation payment timelines and key employer compliance requirements.
Code on Wages (Rajasthan) Rules, 2026: Complete Compliance Guide
Rajasthan notifies the Code on Wages (Rajasthan) Rules, 2026 on 12-08-2026, repealing seven older wage rule sets. Minimum wage formula, VDA revision, deduction caps, contractor liability, and mandatory registers — explained.
Rajasthan Industrial Relations Rules, 2026: Complete Compliance Guide
Rajasthan notifies the Industrial Relations Rules, 2026 on 12-08-2026, operationalizing the central IR Code, 2020. Works Committees, trade union registration, standing orders, strike notices, retrenchment, and the new Worker Re-Skilling Fund — explained.
EPFO 2026: Changes to PF Rules Covering Withdrawals, Claims, Service and Nomination
A breakdown of the EPF Scheme 2026 changes to PF withdrawals, claim settlement timelines, service requirements, and nomination — verified against the official gazette notification.
ESIC Rolls Out New Insured Person (IP) Registration Functionality in ERP: Complete Process Guide (2026)
ESIC circular dated 04-08-2026 introduces a new Aadhaar-based IP Registration module in its ERP system, with self-authentication via the ESIC Health Connect App. Here's the complete process — registration, validation, and mismatch resolution.
The Labour Code Skill Matrix: Why Documentation Alone Won't Survive an Inspection
Registers and policies can't decide if a Section 18 wage deduction is lawful, or conduct a disciplinary enquiry under Section 38 of the IR Code. A 5-domain, 0–3 skill matrix shows exactly where your HR team's compliance capability actually stands.
ESIC Clarifies Coverage of Educational and Medical Institutions in Maharashtra Under Code on Social Security — Effective 21 November 2025
ESIC circular dated 27 July 2026 clarifies that schools, colleges, hospitals and other establishments in Maharashtra are covered under the Code on Social Security, 2020 from 21 November 2025 — no separate state notification required.
Authorized Deductions from Wages Under the Code on Wages
Understand legal salary deductions, fine limits, recovery protocols, and the mandatory 50% net take-home cap under the Code on Wages, 2019.
EPFO 3.0 Guide: Before vs After, CITES, UPI Withdrawal Rules
Learn EPFO 3.0 changes, CITES migration, auto-settlement limit updates, UPI access, job transfer automation, and member self-service features.
ESI Contribution Period Rules: Handling Salary Hikes Above ₹21,000
Learn how to handle ESIC deductions when an employee's salary crosses the ₹21,000 threshold mid-year. Avoid common payroll compliance penalties.
ESI Maternity Benefit Rules Under the Social Security Code
Understand ESI maternity benefit eligibility, the 70-day contribution rule, 26-week payout limits, and when employer liability triggers under the Social Security Code.
Gratuity Under the Social Security Code: Fixed-Term Pro-Rata Rules
Learn how the Code on Social Security eliminates the 5-year gratuity rule for fixed-term employees, mandating pro-rata payouts based on contract terms.
Standing Orders Under the Industrial Relations Code: The 300-Worker Threshold
A complete guide to drafting and certifying standing orders under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. Understand the 300-worker threshold and compliance timelines.
ESIC Letter on Mandatory Annual Health Check-Up for Employees Above 40: Complete Employer Guide
Received an ESIC letter with an employee list for mandatory annual health check-up above 40? Full breakdown of legal basis, IP/IW terms, eligibility, penalty, employer checklist, and a sample reply letter.
Core Activity vs Non-Core Activity for Contract Labour: OSH Code Section 57 Explained
Section 57 of the OSH Code bars contract labour in an establishment's core activities, but 11 statutory exclusions and 3 proviso exceptions carve out real flexibility. Learn how 'core activity' is defined, what's excluded, and when contractors can still be engaged.
Leave & Leave Encashment Under the OSH Code vs State Shops Acts (2026 Guide)
Under Section 32 of the OSH Code, workers earn 1 day of leave per 20 days worked after crossing 180 days in a calendar year. Learn how this interacts with Delhi, Maharashtra & Karnataka Shops Acts, and which rule prevails under Section 120.
48-Hour Work Week & Overtime Rules Under the New Labour Code (2026 Guide)
Under the OSH Code 2020, India enforces a strict 48-hour week and 8-hour day cap. Learn overtime pay calculation at 2× wage, spread-over limits, quarterly OT cap, and which industries have carve-outs.
Appointment Letter Now Mandatory in India (2026) — Format, Contents & Penalties
Since 21 November 2025, every Indian employer must issue a written appointment letter to every employee under the OSH Code 2020. Learn the 12 mandatory clauses, penalties, and get a Code-compliant template.
50% Basic Pay Rule Explained — How the New Wage Code Will Restructure Every Indian Salary
The 50% Basic Pay rule under Section 2(y) of the Code on Wages, 2019, explained in plain English. With worked examples for ₹6L, ₹12L and ₹25L CTC and what HR must do now.
Gratuity for Fixed-Term Employees After 1 Year — The New Pro-Rata Rule (2026)
Under Section 53 of the Code on Social Security 2020, fixed-term employees are entitled to gratuity on a pro-rata basis after just 1 year of service — not 5 years. Calculation, eligibility, and HR implementation guide.
Is the New Labour Code Applicable From 2026? Implementation Status, Dates & What HR Must Do Now
The 4 New Labour Codes became effective 21 November 2025. Central Rules notified 8 May 2026. Complete status of implementation, state-wise rollout, and the 7 things HR must action immediately.
New EPF, EPS & EDLI Scheme 2026 Rules: The Definitive Compliance Guide
Under the Code on Social Security, 2020, India replaces the 1952/1995/1976 PF frameworks with the EPF, EPS & EDLI Scheme 2026. Learn the new Form X/XI/XII contractor rules, 25% withdrawal reserve, and Commissioner penalty clawback.
Appropriate Government Under New Labour Codes — Which Government Applies to Your Establishment?
Which government — Central or State — applies to your establishment under India's 4 Labour Codes? Complete guide with decision framework, multi-state rule explained, and industry-wise determination.
EPF and ESI Impact Under New Labour Codes 2025 — Complete Guide for HR
How the new Labour Codes change EPF and ESI calculations in India. Understand the impact of the new wages definition on PF contributions, ESI eligibility, and pan-India coverage expansion.
Fixed Term Employment Under New Labour Codes 2025 — Complete HR Guide
Fixed Term Employees now get equal rights — gratuity after 1 year, EPF/ESI from day one, equal wages. Complete guide to FTE compliance under the Industrial Relations Code and Code on Social Security 2025.
Labour Codes Implementation 2025 — What HR Must Do Now
All four Labour Codes came into force on 21st November 2025. Complete HR action plan covering immediate obligations, transitional provisions, and a code-by-code breakdown of what changed.
New Wages Definition Under Labour Codes 2025 — The 50% Rule Explained
The Code on Wages, 2019 introduces a unified wages definition with a 50% allowance cap that affects EPF, gratuity, bonus, and ESI calculations. Complete guide with worked examples for HR and payroll teams.