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Notification i.r.o. Sub Section 1 of section 39 of the Code on Wages, 2019

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-14052026-272566) on 14 May 2026 (issued 12-May-2026), filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the Code on Wages, 2019. The purpose of this notification is to establish a centralized authority for effective implementation and enforcement of the Code on Wages, 2019, ensuring uniformity in wage-related regulations across India.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-14052026-272566
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)
Related Code Code on Wages, 2019
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Statutory Compliance Summary

Action Required

Employers and HR departments must ensure compliance with the Code on Wages, 2019, and recognize the jurisdiction of the Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) in wage-related disputes. They should also update their internal policies and procedures to reflect this change.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 51 of the Code on Wages, 2019

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Code on Wages, 2019
  • Section 39, Sub Section 1

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to establish a centralized authority for effective implementation and enforcement of the Code on Wages, 2019, ensuring uniformity in wage-related regulations across India.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a notification granting the Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) jurisdiction over the whole of India, as per Sub Section 1 of section 39 of the Code on Wages, 2019. This move aims to streamline labour law enforcement and provide a unified authority for wage-related disputes across the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-14052026-272566)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 14-May-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-14052026-272566 about?
The purpose of this notification is to establish a centralized authority for effective implementation and enforcement of the Code on Wages, 2019, ensuring uniformity in wage-related regulations across India.
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-14052026-272566?
Employers and HR departments must ensure compliance with the Code on Wages, 2019, and recognize the jurisdiction of the Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) in wage-related disputes. They should also update their internal policies and procedures to reflect this change. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-14052026-272566?
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-14052026-272566?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 51 of the Code on Wages, 2019.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·