Jharkhand Government Revises Minimum Wages for Contract Workers — Effective from April 1, 2025
🏛️ Ensuring Fair Pay and Worker Welfare Across the State
The Government of Jharkhand has taken a significant step toward protecting worker welfare by announcing a revision in minimum wages for contract workers, effective 1st April 2025.
This decision, issued by the Labour, Employment, Training and Skill Development Department, ensures that workers’ wages keep pace with rising living costs, in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
📜 Notification at a Glance
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Notification No. | म/शा-1127 |
| Issued On | 28 June 2024 |
| Effective From | 1 April 2025 |
| Issued By | Labour, Employment, Training & Skill Development Department, Government of Jharkhand |
| Purpose | Revision of Minimum Wages due to increase in CPI (महँगाई भत्ता) |
💰 New Minimum Wages for Contract Workers (Effective 01.04.2025)
| Category | Existing Basic Wages (₹/Month) | Revised CPI/DA (₹) | New Total Wages (₹/Month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unskilled (अकुशल) | 12,203.36 | 854.23 | 13,057.59 |
| Semi-Skilled (अर्ध-कुशल) | 12,784.72 | 894.93 | 13,679.65 |
| Skilled (कुशल) | 16,853.20 | 1,179.72 | 18,032.92 |
| Highly Skilled (अति-कुशल) | 19,467.76 | 1,362.74 | 20,830.50 |
🔎 What This Means for Employers
All industries and establishments engaging contract labour in Jharkhand must adhere to the revised wage structure from April 2025.
Employers are required to:
✅ Update wage registers (Form XVII)
✅ Revise salary structures in payroll systems
✅ Display the new wage chart prominently at workplaces
✅ Ensure compliance — Non-compliance may lead to penalties under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948
This proactive revision reinforces the State’s commitment to “equal pay for equal work” and fair treatment of contract employees.
⚖️ Legal Basis
The revision is made under:
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Rule 25(2)(v)(b) of the Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Rules, 1972
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Section 13(iii) of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948
These provisions empower the State Government to revise wages periodically, ensuring that compensation remains fair, equitable, and inflation-linked.
🗓️ Implementation Timeline
| Milestone | Date | Responsible Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Issued | 28 June 2024 | Government of Jharkhand |
| Wage Revision Effective | 1 April 2025 | All Employers & Contractors |
| Implementation in Salary Cycle | April 2025 | HR & Payroll Departments |
🌱 Why This Revision Matters
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📈 Inflation-Linked Adjustment: Protects worker earnings against rising prices.
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⚙️ Uniform Application: Applies to all districts and sectors under the Contract Labour Act.
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🤝 Compliance Assurance: Helps employers stay aligned with statutory labour laws.
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💼 Employee Welfare: Boosts morale and retention through fair compensation practices.
🏁 Conclusion
The Jharkhand Minimum Wage Revision (April 2025) is a progressive move by the State Government to strengthen worker welfare and ensure economic justice.
Employers and contractors must implement the revised rates on time to maintain statutory compliance and uphold ethical labour standards.