Latest Minimum Wages for Shops and Establishments in Uttar Pradesh

  • Notification No.: I/4/498869/2026-2041256
  • Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Minimum Wage Notification Uttar Pradesh October 1, 2026

As per the official notification released by the Labour Department of Uttar Pradesh, 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.

Minimum Wage Rates for Gautam Buddha Nagar and Ghaziabad Districts (Category-I)

Class of Employment Basic Per Month (₹) VDA Per Month (₹) Total Per Month (₹) Total Per Day (₹)
Unskilled 12885 998.59 13883.59 533.98
Semi-Skilled 14173 1098.41 15271.41 587.36
Skilled 15876 1230.39 17106.39 657.94

Minimum Wage Rates for Districts having Nagar Nigam (Category-II)

Class of Employment Basic Per Month (₹) VDA Per Month (₹) Total Per Month (₹) Total Per Day (₹)
Unskilled 12241 948.68 13189.68 507.3
Semi-Skilled 13464 1043.46 14507.46 557.98
Skilled 15082 1168.86 16250.86 625.03

Minimum Wage Rates for other than Category-I and II Districts (Category-III)

Class of Employment Basic Per Month (₹) VDA Per Month (₹) Total Per Month (₹) Total Per Day (₹)
Unskilled 11629 901.25 12530.25 481.93
Semi-Skilled 12791 991.3 13782.3 530.09
Skilled 14328 1110.42 15438.42 593.79

📄 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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