LAUnion Territory

Minimum Wages in Ladakh

Year:

Latest minimum wage rates effective from 4 November 2022

Effective From

4 Nov 2022

Zone Coverage

2 Zones

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Official minimum wage notification for Ladakh

Remote
CategoryBasic Wage (Rs)VDA (Rs)Total (Rs/day)Total (Rs/month)
Highly Skilled23,881091923,881
Skilled16,445063316,445
Unskilled12,870049512,870
Standard
CategoryBasic Wage (Rs)VDA (Rs)Total (Rs/day)Total (Rs/month)
Highly Skilled21,710083521,710
Skilled14,950057514,950
Unskilled11,700045011,700

Code on Wages 2019 - Impact on Ladakh

  • 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.