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Publication of Notification of the Code on Social Security 2020 in the Gazette of India Part II Section 3 Sub Section (ii) regarding

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-09052026-272376) on 9 May 2026 (issued 08-May-2026), filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the Code on Social Security, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to formally announce and bring into effect the provisions of the Code on Social Security 2020, which seeks to provide social security benefits to workers in the organised and unorganised sectors.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-09052026-272376
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)
Related Code Code on Social Security, 2020
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-05-08

Action Required

Employers must review and comply with the provisions of the Code on Social Security 2020, which may include registering their establishments, contributing to social security funds, and providing benefits to their employees. They must also ensure that their HR and payroll systems are updated to reflect the changes introduced by the new code.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
AllManufacturingService SectorGig Economy

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 114 of the Code on Social Security 2020, which may extend to Rs. 1 lakh, and in case of continuing contravention, an additional penalty of Rs. 5,000 for each day during which such contravention continues.

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Code on Social Security 2020
  • Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 1952
  • Employees' State Insurance Act 1948

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to formally announce and bring into effect the provisions of the Code on Social Security 2020, which seeks to provide social security benefits to workers in the organised and unorganised sectors.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has published a notification in the Gazette of India regarding the Code on Social Security 2020, which aims to consolidate and amend various labour laws related to social security in India. This notification is a crucial step towards implementing the new code and ensuring compliance from employers across various industries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-09052026-272376)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 09-May-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-09052026-272376 about?
The purpose of this notification is to formally announce and bring into effect the provisions of the Code on Social Security 2020, which seeks to provide social security benefits to workers in the organised and unorganised sectors.
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 Social Security, 2020.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-09052026-272376?
Employers must review and comply with the provisions of the Code on Social Security 2020, which may include registering their establishments, contributing to social security funds, and providing benefits to their employees. They must also ensure that their HR and payroll systems are updated to reflect the changes introduced by the new code. The compliance deadline is 2026-05-08.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-09052026-272376?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Payroll Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All, Manufacturing, Service Sector, Gig Economy sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-09052026-272376?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 114 of the Code on Social Security 2020, which may extend to Rs. 1 lakh, and in case of continuing contravention, an additional penalty of Rs. 5,000 for each day during which such contravention continues..

Source: egazette.gov.in ·