ANUnion Territory
Minimum Wages in Andaman & Nicobar
Year:
Latest minimum wage rates effective from 1 January 2026
Effective From
1 Jan 2026
Zone Coverage
1 Zone
TheAndamanAndNicobarMinimumWageNotificationJan2026
Official minimum wage notification for Andaman & Nicobar · Effective 1 Jan 2026
General
| Category | Basic Wage (Rs) | VDA (Rs) | Total (Rs/day) | Total (Rs/month) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highly Skilled | 24,414 | 0 | 939 | 24,414 |
| Semi-Skilled | 19,058 | 0 | 733 | 19,058 |
| Skilled | 22,256 | 0 | 856 | 22,256 |
| Unskilled | 16,952 | 0 | 652 | 16,952 |
Code on Wages 2019 - Impact on Andaman & Nicobar
- Under the Code on Wages 2019, the definition of "wages" has been standardized. Basic + DA must constitute at least 50% of total remuneration.
- The state government revises minimum wages periodically based on consumer price index and cost of living.
- Employers must ensure compliance with both central and state-specific minimum wage notifications.