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draft Code on Social Security(Central) Rules, 2025

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-31122025-268945) on 31 December 2025 (issued 30-Dec-2025), filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the Code on Social Security, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to solicit public feedback and comments on the draft rules before they are finalized and implemented, ensuring that the social security framework is effective and beneficial for all stakeholders.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-31122025-268945
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (i)
Related Code Code on Social Security, 2020
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Statutory Compliance Summary

Action Required

Employers and HR departments must review the draft rules and provide feedback to the Ministry of Labour and Employment, and prepare to implement the new social security benefits and procedures once the rules are finalized. They should also ensure compliance with the existing social security laws and regulations.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
AllGig EconomyService SectorManufacturingIT/ITES

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 45 of the Code on Social Security, 2020, which may include fines up to Rs. 1 lakh

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Code on Social Security, 2020
  • Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952
  • Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972
  • Maternity Benefit Act, 1961

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to solicit public feedback and comments on the draft rules before they are finalized and implemented, ensuring that the social security framework is effective and beneficial for all stakeholders.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a draft of the Code on Social Security (Central) Rules, 2025, which outlines various social security benefits, including EPF nominations, gratuity claims, and maternity benefits. The draft rules also cover gig worker returns, aiming to provide a comprehensive framework for social security in India.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-31122025-268945)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 31-Dec-2025.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-31122025-268945 about?
The purpose of this notification is to solicit public feedback and comments on the draft rules before they are finalized and implemented, ensuring that the social security framework is effective and beneficial for all stakeholders.
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-31122025-268945?
Employers and HR departments must review the draft rules and provide feedback to the Ministry of Labour and Employment, and prepare to implement the new social security benefits and procedures once the rules are finalized. They should also ensure compliance with the existing social security laws and regulations. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-31122025-268945?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Payroll Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All, Gig Economy, Service Sector, Manufacturing, IT/ITES sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-31122025-268945?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 45 of the Code on Social Security, 2020, which may include fines up to Rs. 1 lakh.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·