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Notification under Section 1(4) of Code on Social Security, 2020 in the entire area of 04 districts of Meghalaya

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-31032026-271464) on 31 March 2026 (issued 30-Mar-2026), filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the Code on Social Security, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to implement the provisions of the Code on Social Security, 2020, and ensure that employees in the specified districts of Meghalaya are covered under the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) scheme.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-31032026-271464
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: 2026-04-01

Action Required

Employers in the specified districts of Meghalaya must register their establishments under the EPF scheme and start deducting EPF contributions from their employees' salaries from April 1, 2026. They must also ensure timely payment of these contributions to the EPF authorities.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 14B of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Code on Social Security, 2020
  • Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to implement the provisions of the Code on Social Security, 2020, and ensure that employees in the specified districts of Meghalaya are covered under the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) scheme.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a notification under Section 1(4) of the Code on Social Security, 2020, making EPF contributions mandatory for establishments in 4 districts of Meghalaya from April 1, 2026. This move aims to extend social security benefits to employees in these regions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-31032026-271464)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 31-Mar-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-31032026-271464 about?
The purpose of this notification is to implement the provisions of the Code on Social Security, 2020, and ensure that employees in the specified districts of Meghalaya are covered under the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) scheme.
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-31032026-271464?
Employers in the specified districts of Meghalaya must register their establishments under the EPF scheme and start deducting EPF contributions from their employees' salaries from April 1, 2026. They must also ensure timely payment of these contributions to the EPF authorities. The compliance deadline is 2026-04-01.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-31032026-271464?
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-31032026-271464?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 14B of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·