The Government of Uttar Pradesh has officially announced a revision in the minimum wage rates for all scheduled employments across the state. This update, effective from April 1, 2026, follows the periodic adjustment of the Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) to account for rising inflation and cost-of-living changes. The amended rates for all the categories are […]
Month: March 2026
Karnataka Revised Minimum Wages Effective 1st April 2026 | SGC Services
The Government of Karnataka has officially revised the minimum wage rates across all scheduled employments, including Shops and Commercial Establishments, effective from 01st April 2026. This annual adjustment accounts for the latest Cost of Living Index, mandating an additional Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) of ₹435.60 per month for the 2026-27 financial year. The amended rates […]
Paid Holiday Declared for 2026 Assembly Elections – Stay Compliant with SGC Services
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has officially sounded the bugle for the 2026 State Assembly Elections. In a fresh notification (No. 78/EPS/2026), the ECI has mandated a paid public holiday for all eligible voters in the poll-bound states. For business owners and HR heads, this isn’t just a notice – it’s a statutory requirement. […]
Kerala (CPI Index) minimum wages
Kerala Regulatory Update – The Government of Kerala, through the Department of Economics and Statistics, has officially revised the Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers for the month of February 2026. This update directly impacts the Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) for employees across various sectors, including Shops and Commercial Establishments and the Computer Software Sector. The […]
Tamil Nadu (VDA) minimum wages – SGC Services
This is to inform you that the Minimum wage (VDA) in Tamilnadu has been revised with effect from 01st April 2026. The amended rates for all the categories are as below:- TAMILNADU Minimum Wages Rates for Shops and Establishment Name of the Category BASIC WAGES w.e.f 11.09.2024 VDA w.e.f 01.04.2026 TOTAL BASIC WAGES w.e.f 11.09.2024 […]