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Minimum Wages in West Bengal
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Latest minimum wage rates effective from 1 January 2026
Effective From
1 Jan 2026
Zone Coverage
2 Zones
TheWestBengalMinimumWagesNotificationJan2026
Notification for West Bengal · Effective 1 Jan 2026
General
Zone A
| Category | Basic (Rs/month) | VDA (Rs/month) | Total (Rs/day) | Total (Rs/month) | Effective From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highly Skilled | 13,825 | 0 | 532 | 13,825 | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Semi-Skilled | 11,426 | 0 | 439 | 11,426 | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Skilled | 12,569 | 0 | 483 | 12,569 | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Unskilled | 10,386 | 0 | 399 | 10,386 | 1 Jan 2026 |
Zone B
| Category | Basic (Rs/month) | VDA (Rs/month) | Total (Rs/day) | Total (Rs/month) | Effective From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highly Skilled | 12,990 | 0 | 500 | 12,990 | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Semi-Skilled | 10,733 | 0 | 413 | 10,733 | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Skilled | 11,807 | 0 | 454 | 11,807 | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Unskilled | 9,760 | 0 | 375 | 9,760 | 1 Jan 2026 |
Code on Wages 2019 - Impact on West Bengal
- 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.