Payment of Wages Act, 1936
Applicability:
All employees drawing wages less than ₹24,000 per month.
Compliance:
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Timely payment of wages (by 7th or 10th of next month depending on workforce size).
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Deductions allowed only as per law.
Due Date:
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For less than 1,000 workers: before 7th of next month.
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For more than 1,000: before 10th.
Due Date:
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For less than 1,000 workers: before 7th of next month.
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For more than 1,000: before 10th.
Non-Compliance:
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Fine up to ₹7,500 per employee.
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Repeated violations can lead to imprisonment.
