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Code on Wages (Central) Rules, 2026

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-08052026-272365) on 8 May 2026, filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the Code on Wages, 2019. The purpose of this notification is to prescribe a uniform format for maintaining worker attendance records, promoting transparency and accountability in wage payments and working hours.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-08052026-272365
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (i)
Related Code Code on Wages, 2019
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-08-08

Action Required

Employers must update their attendance record-keeping systems to comply with the prescribed physical and electronic formats. They should also ensure that all worker attendance records are maintained accurately and made available for inspection as required.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Non-compliance may attract penalties under Section 51 of the Code on Wages, 2019, which includes fines up to Rs. 75,000.

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Code on Wages, 2019
  • Code on Wages (Central) Rules, 2026

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to prescribe a uniform format for maintaining worker attendance records, promoting transparency and accountability in wage payments and working hours.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued the Code on Wages (Central) Rules, 2026, which provides detailed guidelines for maintaining worker attendance registers in both physical and electronic formats. This notification aims to standardize attendance record-keeping across industries, ensuring compliance with the Code on Wages, 2019.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-08052026-272365)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 08-May-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-08052026-272365 about?
The purpose of this notification is to prescribe a uniform format for maintaining worker attendance records, promoting transparency and accountability in wage payments and working hours.
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 Code on Wages, 2019.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-08052026-272365?
Employers must update their attendance record-keeping systems to comply with the prescribed physical and electronic formats. They should also ensure that all worker attendance records are maintained accurately and made available for inspection as required. The compliance deadline is 2026-08-08.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-08052026-272365?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Payroll Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-08052026-272365?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Non-compliance may attract penalties under Section 51 of the Code on Wages, 2019, which includes fines up to Rs. 75,000..

Source: egazette.gov.in ·