Latest Minimum Wages for Shops and Establishments in Telangana

  • Notification No.: Press Note
  • Notification Date: 01 April 2026
  • Effective Date: 01 April 2026
Minimum Wage Notification April 2026

As per the official notification released by the Labour Department of Telangana, the revised minimum wages for workers in Shops and Establishments are applicable from 01 April 2026. These rates apply to various categories of workers based on skill levels and industry classification.

Class of Employment Zone Category Basic Per Month (₹) VDA Per Month (₹) Total Per Month (₹)
Manager / Field Officer / Development Officer / Office Incharge / Computer Programmer Zone I 5557 9408 14965
Manager / Field Officer / Development Officer / Office Incharge / Computer Programmer Zone II 5138 9408 14546
Accountant / Asst. Manager / Sales Executive / Supervisor / Purchaser / Store Keeper / Agent / Sales Promotion Employees Zone I 4722 9408 14130
Accountant / Asst. Manager / Sales Executive / Supervisor / Purchaser / Store Keeper / Agent / Sales Promotion Employees Zone II 4520 9408 13928
Salesman, Stenographer, Receptionist, Auction Bider, Typewriter Instructor, Electrician, Radio Mechanic, Optical Mechanic, Surfacer, Grinder, Photographer, Photo Artist, Typewriter Mechanic, T.V. Mechanic, Fitter, Turner, Welder, Plumber, Mason etc. Zone I Skilled 4520 9408 13928
Salesman, Stenographer, Receptionist, Auction Bider, Typewriter Instructor, Electrician, Radio Mechanic, Optical Mechanic, Surfacer, Grinder, Photographer, Photo Artist, Typewriter Mechanic, T.V. Mechanic, Fitter, Turner, Welder, Plumber, Mason etc. Zone II Skilled 4302 9408 13710
Clerk / Typist / Clerk-cum-Typist / Godown Incharge / Lineman / Asst. Salesman / Asst. Accountant / Xerox Machine Operator Zone I Semi Skilled – A 4102 9408 13510
Clerk / Typist / Clerk-cum-Typist / Godown Incharge / Lineman / Asst. Salesman / Asst. Accountant / Xerox Machine Operator Zone II Semi Skilled – A 3886 9408 13294
Weighman / Kolgari / Computer Operator Zone I Semi Skilled – B 3886 9408 13294
Weighman / Kolgari / Computer Operator Zone II Semi Skilled – B 3757 9408 13165
Peon / Attender / Watchman / Water Boy / Helper / Messenger Zone I Un-Skilled 3700 9408 13108
Peon / Attender / Watchman / Water Boy / Helper / Messenger Zone II Un-Skilled 3370 9408 12778

📄 Download Official Notification (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When will the new minimum wages be applicable?

A. The new rates come into effect from 01 April 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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