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Minimum Wages in Meghalaya
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Latest minimum wage rates effective from 1 October 2026
Effective From
1 Oct 2026
Zone Coverage
1 Zone
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Notification for Meghalaya
Meghalaya Minimum Wage & VDA Revision October 2026
Notification for Meghalaya · Effective 1 Oct 2026
General
| Category | Basic Wage (Rs) | VDA (Rs) | Total (Rs/day) | Total (Rs/month) | Effective From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highly Skilled | 17,290 | 0 | 665 | 17,290 | 1 Apr 2025 |
| Semi-Skilled | 15,158 | 0 | 583 | 15,158 | 1 Apr 2025 |
| Skilled | 16,224 | 0 | 624 | 16,224 | 1 Apr 2025 |
| Unskilled | 14,066 | 0 | 541 | 14,066 | 1 Apr 2025 |
| Highly Skilled | 16,770 | 1,248 | 693 | 18,018 | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Semi-Skilled | 15,730 | 1,170 | 608 | 16,900 | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Skilled | 14,690 | 1,118 | 650 | 15,808 | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Unskilled | 13,650 | 1,014 | 564 | 14,664 | 1 Oct 2026 |
Code on Wages 2019 - Impact on Meghalaya
- 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.