Latest Minimum Wages for Shops and Establishments in Chhattisgarh

  • Notification No.: 8/New Way/Sh.A/2026/2660
  • Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Minimum Wage Notification Chhattisgarh October 1, 2026

As per the official notification released by the Labour Department of Chhattisgarh, the revised minimum wages for workers in Shops and Establishments are applicable from October 1, 2026. These rates apply to various categories of workers based on skill levels and industry classification.

Class of Employment Zone Basic Per Day (₹) Basic Per Month (₹) VDA Per Day (₹) VDA Per Month (₹) Total Per Day (₹) Total Per Month (₹)
Unskilled Zone A 277.33 8320 107.15 3214.48 384 11534.48
Unskilled Zone B 268.67 8060 107.15 3214.48 376 11274.48
Unskilled Zone C 260 7800 107.15 3214.48 367 11014.48
Semi-skilled Zone A 299 8970 107.15 3214.48 406 12184.48
Semi-skilled Zone B 290.33 8710 107.15 3214.48 397 11924.48
Semi-skilled Zone C 281.67 8450 107.15 3214.48 389 11664.48
Skilled Zone A 325 9750 107.15 3214.48 432 12964.48
Skilled Zone B 316.33 9490 107.15 3214.48 423 12704.48
Skilled Zone C 307.67 9230 107.15 3214.48 415 12444.48
Highly Skilled Zone A 351 10530 107.15 3214.48 458 13744.48
Highly Skilled Zone B 342.33 10270 107.15 3214.48 449 13484.48
Highly Skilled Zone C 333.67 10010 107.15 3214.48 441 13224.48

📄 Download Official Notification (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When will the new minimum wages be applicable?

A. The new rates come into effect from October 1, 2026.

Q. Who is covered under the Shops & Establishments category?

A. Employees working in commercial establishments such as retail outlets, offices, restaurants, hotels, etc.

Q. Where can I find the official notification?

A. You can download the official PDF using the link provided above or visit the official state Labour Department website.

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