The new Labour Code that was incorporated into the existing labour law on November 21, 2025, requires that wages must now be 50% of the CTC (cost to company). This means if your basic pay was on the ...

India's upcoming Labour Codes, effective from November 21, 2025, will redefine wage structures by requiring that at least 50% of total remuneration be classified as "wages." Experts note that the ...

A new Labour Code 2025 is set to redefine wages. Employers must now calculate 50% of total CTC for gratuity, pension, and social security. This change may affect bonus and leave encashment components.