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Minimum Wages in Bihar
Year:
Latest minimum wage rates effective from 1 October 2025
Effective From
1 Oct 2025
Zone Coverage
1 Zone
TheBiharMinimumWageNotificationOct2025
Official minimum wage notification for Bihar · Effective 1 Oct 2025
General
| Category | Basic Wage (Rs) | VDA (Rs) | Total (Rs/day) | Total (Rs/month) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highly Skilled | 17,004 | 156 | 660 | 17,160 |
| Semi-Skilled | 11,440 | 104 | 444 | 11,544 |
| Skilled | 13,936 | 130 | 541 | 14,066 |
| Unskilled | 11,024 | 104 | 428 | 11,128 |
Code on Wages 2019 - Impact on Bihar
- 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.