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Social Security Advising

Social security advising for the new labour codes

Advisory on India’s four new labour codes, in force since 21 November 2025, and exactly what they change for your business, payroll and HR policies.

The four codes

What we advise on

Code on Social Security, 2020

Advisory on transitioning your PF, ESI, gratuity and maternity-benefit compliance to the consolidated Code on Social Security, in force since November 2025.

Code on Wages, 2019

Guidance on the new uniform wage definition, minimum wage floor and payment timelines under the Code on Wages, and what it changes for your payroll.

Industrial Relations Code, 2020

Advice on updated rules for standing orders, layoffs, retrenchment and dispute resolution under the Industrial Relations Code, mapped to your establishment size.

Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

Workplace safety, working-hours, leave and licensing obligations under the OSH Code explained and mapped to your industry and establishment type.

What has changed

Key changes employers should act on

50% wage ruleAllowances above half of total pay now count towards wages for PF, gratuity and other benefits
Appointment lettersEvery employee must receive a written appointment letter
Fixed-term staffGratuity after one year of continuous service, not five
Gig & platform workersBrought under social security for the first time
ESIC coverageExtended to establishments across India
Registers & returnsSimpler, consolidated registrations and filings

General guidance only, not legal advice. Rules notified by each state can add details; we check what applies to you.

How it works

Simple, step by step

  1. 1

    Discovery call

    We understand your workforce, pay structure and current policies.

  2. 2

    Gap review

    We compare your setup against the four codes and list what must change.

  3. 3

    Action plan

    Updated wage structures, letters, registers and policies, in priority order.

  4. 4

    Ongoing support

    Answers on WhatsApp as new state rules and circulars are notified.

FAQ

Common questions

Are the new labour codes already in force?

Yes. The four labour codes came into force on 21 November 2025, replacing 29 older central labour laws.

Will the 50% wage rule change my PF cost?

It can. If allowances are more than half of total pay, the wage base for PF and gratuity rises. We calculate the impact for your payroll.

Do small businesses need to act?

Yes. Appointment letters, wage rules and registers apply widely, and other duties start at set employee counts.