labour · Awaiting Implementation

Code on Wages 2019

Consolidates Payment of Wages Act, Minimum Wages Act, Payment of Bonus Act, Equal Remuneration Act. Universal minimum wage. Floor wage. Annual bonus 8.33%–20%.

Ministry

Ministry of Labour & Employment

Key provisions and changes

• Universal minimum wage
• Floor wage concept
• Equal pay for equal work
• Annual bonus 8.33%–20%
• Wage definition broadened