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Notification regarding implementation of the Code on Wages 2019

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-21112025-267885) on 21 November 2025, filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the Code on Wages, 2019. The purpose of this notification is to implement the provisions of the Code on Wages 2019, ensuring fair and timely payment of wages to employees and promoting transparency in wage-related matters.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-21112025-267885
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)
Related Code Code on Wages, 2019
Download PDF View Original on egazette.gov.in
Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2025-11-21

Action Required

Employers must review and update their wage structures and payment processes to comply with the provisions of the Code on Wages 2019, ensuring timely and fair payment of wages to employees. They must also maintain accurate records of wage payments and be prepared for audits and inspections.

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

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 69 of the Code on Wages 2019, which may extend to Rs. 75,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding three years, or both.

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Code on Wages 2019
  • The Payment of Wages Act 1936
  • The Minimum Wages Act 1948
  • The Payment of Bonus Act 1965

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to implement the provisions of the Code on Wages 2019, ensuring fair and timely payment of wages to employees and promoting transparency in wage-related matters.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a gazette notification regarding the implementation of the Code on Wages 2019, which aims to consolidate and amend the laws related to wages and bonus payments. The notification brings into effect specific sections of the Code, impacting various industries and employers across India.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-21112025-267885)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 21-Nov-2025.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-21112025-267885 about?
The purpose of this notification is to implement the provisions of the Code on Wages 2019, ensuring fair and timely payment of wages to employees and promoting transparency in wage-related matters.
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-21112025-267885?
Employers must review and update their wage structures and payment processes to comply with the provisions of the Code on Wages 2019, ensuring timely and fair payment of wages to employees. They must also maintain accurate records of wage payments and be prepared for audits and inspections. The compliance deadline is 2025-11-21.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-21112025-267885?
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-21112025-267885?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 69 of the Code on Wages 2019, which may extend to Rs. 75,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding three years, or both..

Source: egazette.gov.in ·