Expert Compliance Support Under the Code on Wages, 2019

The Code on Wages, 2019 consolidates four major labour laws—Minimum Wages Act, Payment of Wages Act, Payment of Bonus Act, and Equal Remuneration Act—into one unified legislation. This code aims to bring uniformity to wage calculation, payment standards, minimum wage structure, and employee equality across all industries.

At Sankhla Corporate Services Pvt. Ltd., we provide end-to-end Wages Code Compliance Services to help organisations align their payroll systems, wage structures, HR policies, and documentation with the new requirements under the Code on Wages in India.

Why Wages Code Compliance Is Important

The Code on Wages introduces new definitions and rules that every employer must comply with, including:
✔ New definition of “Wages” (50% rule)
✔ National floor wage & minimum wage applicability
✔ Revised criteria for allowances & CTC structuring
✔ Guidelines for overtime, bonus & equal remuneration
✔ Mandatory maintenance of registers & digital records
✔ Penalties for non-compliance and wage-related disputes

Non-compliance can lead to financial penalties, litigation, back-wage liabilities, and reputational risks.

We ensure organisations stay fully compliant, audit-ready, and risk-free.

Our Code on Wages Compliance Services

1. Wage Structure Review & Restructuring

• Revising salary structure as per the new “Wages” definition
• Implementing the 50% rule for basic wages & allowances
• Ensuring compliance with statutory wage thresholds
• CTC restructuring to align with payroll and cost optimisation
• Guidance for contractors & third-party workforce wages

2. Minimum Wages Compliance

• Industry-specific minimum wage assessment
• State-wise minimum wage notification updates
• National floor wage compliance review
• Mapping job roles to correct skill categories
• Periodic audits to ensure accurate wage payments

3. Payroll Compliance & Advisory

• Verification of wage components under the new code
• Payroll alignment for overtime, deductions & advance payments
• Monthly payroll compliance checks
• Integration of wage rules into HRMS / payroll software
• Support for digital wage records & statutory deductions

4. Payment of Wages Compliance

• Ensuring timely wage payment as per statutory timelines
• Review of permitted wage deductions
• Wage slip formats & communication templates
• Assistance during inspections & compliance inquiries

5. Bonus & Equal Remuneration Compliance

• Calculation of statutory bonus as per revised wage definition
• Bonus eligibility review & annual settlements
• Ensuring gender-neutral pay practices
• Documentation support for equal remuneration provisions

6. Registers, Records & Documentation

We help organisations maintain all statutory records required under the Code on Wages, including:

• Wage Register
• Overtime Register
• Bonus Register
• Minimum Wages Compliance Records
• Digital registers & statutory displays
• Notice formats & workplace communications

7. Code on Wages Compliance Audit

We conduct comprehensive audits covering:

• Wage structure & CTC breakdown
• Payroll and salary slips verification
• Overtime, leave, deduction & bonus compliance
• Contractor wage compliance
• Documentation, registers & filing gaps
• Risk assessment & corrective action plan

A detailed Code on Wages Compliance Audit Report is provided for management.

Why Choose Us for Wages Code Compliance Services?

• Team of expert labour law & payroll compliance specialists
• Pan-India compliance management
• Updated with latest wage notifications & government circulars
• End-to-end advisory, audits, documentation & payroll alignment
• Dedicated compliance manager for every organisation
• Zero-penalty, risk-free compliance approach
• Trusted by corporates, factories, MSMEs, startups & multinational units

Stay Compliant with the Code on Wages, 2019

The wage compliance landscape in India is evolving rapidly. We help businesses implement the Code on Wages seamlessly, ensuring transparent payroll practices, risk mitigation, and complete legal compliance.

Contact Us Today

Talk to our experts for Wages Code Compliance Services in India and secure your organisation against wage-related risks.