The Haryana government has revised the basic rates of minimum wages for unskilled laborers engaged in all types of work in the state. These new rates will be applicable from April 1, 2026. According to a notification of the Haryana Government, this amendment has been made under the provisions of ‘Code on Wages, 2019’. This amendment has been made on the basis of the recommendations given by the committee constituted to review the level of wages.
The notification further states that the minimum wage rates are the basic rates of minimum wage, which the employer is not allowed to divide into different parts in the form of allowance. 100 percent impact (neutralization) of increase or decrease in Consumer Price Index numbers will be on pro-rata basis. This change in wages will be done in the manner described in the ‘Code on Wages Rules, 2026’. The minimum wage rates being fixed/changed now will not be affected due to this linkage. That means wages will not be less than the rates that are being fixed/changed now.
Minimum wage in Haryana from April 1, 2026
According to the notification, the minimum wage has been decided on the basis of skill level. Under the changed wage structure, unskilled laborers in Haryana will get a minimum wage of Rs 15,220.71 per month. For semi-skilled labourers, the minimum wage has been fixed at Rs 16,780.74 per month. Skilled laborers will get at least Rs 18,500.81 per month.
| category of laborers | Monthly Minimum Wage (Rs.) | Daily Minimum Wage (Rs.) |
| unskilled | 15,220.71 | 585.41 |
| semi-skilled | 16,780.74 | 645.41 |
| Skilled | 18,500.81 | 711.56 |
| highly skilled | 19,425.85 | 747.14 |
These rates will be applicable to those workers who work in institutions, factories and contract labor systems covered under the wage law.
What will be the wages of male and female laborers in Haryana?
It has been clearly stated in the notification that there will be no difference in the wages given to male and female labourers. Employers must ensure that everyone is paid equally for the same category of work that requires similar skills and experience.
Responsibilities of employers and contractors clarified
If any of the above mentioned categories of workers are employed through a contractor or service provider, the occupier or principal employer will be personally responsible for ensuring that the minimum wage rates are paid by the contractor or service provider.
Coverage of Revised Minimum Wage
No laborer or employee working in any employment in the State of Haryana shall be paid less than the minimum wage prescribed for the same category with similar skill and experience.
How will monthly salary or wages be calculated?
To determine the daily wage, the monthly salary will be divided by 26 days, but any deduction will be determined by dividing the monthly salary by 30 days, or as the concerned Government may determine from time to time.