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Notification under Section 136(1) of CoSS, 2020

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-09052026-272391) 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 delegate powers and duties to the Director General and Medical Commissioner of ESIC to facilitate the administration of social security schemes under the Social Security Code, 2020.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-09052026-272391
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

Action Required

Employers must ensure compliance with the Social Security Code, 2020, and cooperate with the Director General and Medical Commissioner of ESIC in carrying out their duties. They must also review and update their internal policies and procedures to align with the notification.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 154 of the Social Security Code, 2020

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Social Security Code, 2020
  • Employees' State Insurance Act, 1948

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to delegate powers and duties to the Director General and Medical Commissioner of ESIC to facilitate the administration of social security schemes under the Social Security Code, 2020.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a notification under Section 136(1) of the Social Security Code, 2020, authorizing the Director General and Medical Commissioner of ESIC to carry out duties under the Code. This notification aims to streamline the functioning of the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) and ensure effective implementation of social security benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-09052026-272391)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 09-May-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-09052026-272391 about?
The purpose of this notification is to delegate powers and duties to the Director General and Medical Commissioner of ESIC to facilitate the administration of social security schemes under the Social Security Code, 2020.
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-09052026-272391?
Employers must ensure compliance with the Social Security Code, 2020, and cooperate with the Director General and Medical Commissioner of ESIC in carrying out their duties. They must also review and update their internal policies and procedures to align with the notification. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-09052026-272391?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-09052026-272391?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 154 of the Social Security Code, 2020.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·