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Model Standing Orders 2026

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-08052026-272341) on 8 May 2026, filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to provide a framework for employers in the service sector to adopt and implement standardized standing orders, ensuring compliance with labour laws and regulations.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-08052026-272341
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)
Related Code Industrial Relations Code, 2020
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Statutory Compliance Summary

Action Required

Employers in the service sector must review and adopt the model standing orders, ensuring compliance with the specified employment history and leave rules. They must also update their existing standing orders to align with the new draft model standing orders.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
Service Sector

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to provide a framework for employers in the service sector to adopt and implement standardized standing orders, ensuring compliance with labour laws and regulations.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a gazette notification providing draft model standing orders for the service sector, which includes provisions for employment history and leave rules. This notification aims to standardize employment conditions and provide clarity on leave entitlements for employees in the service sector.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-08052026-272341)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 08-May-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-08052026-272341 about?
The purpose of this notification is to provide a framework for employers in the service sector to adopt and implement standardized standing orders, ensuring compliance with labour laws and regulations.
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.
Which Labour Code does this notification relate to?
This notification relates to the Industrial Relations Code, 2020.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-08052026-272341?
Employers in the service sector must review and adopt the model standing orders, ensuring compliance with the specified employment history and leave rules. They must also update their existing standing orders to align with the new draft model standing orders. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-08052026-272341?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the Service Sector sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-08052026-272341?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·