The Punjab Minimum Wages have been revised, effective from 01 May 2026. An official notification regarding these changes was released on 01 May 2026 by the Labour Commissioner, Punjab.
Punjab Minimum Wages For Shops and Establishments
| Category of Employment | Total Per Month | Total Per Day | Total Per Hour |
| Unskilled | 13486 | 518.69 | 64.83 |
| Semi-Skilled | 14383 | 553.19 | 69.14 |
| Skilled | 15414 | 592.84 | 74.10 |
| Highly Skilled | 16601 | 638.50 | 79.81 |
Punjab Minimum Wages For Staff Categories from A to D
Minimum Wages to staff categories from A to D as mentioned in the table below shall be applicable only to Scheduled Employments under the Government of Punjab, the Local Authority and the Boards, Corporations or any agency (By whatever name is called) under the control of the Govt. of Punjab in respect of the Staff Employed through outsourcing or employed casually or on daily wages.
| Category of Employment | Total Per Month | Total Per Day | Total Per Hour |
| Staff Category-A | 19431 | 747.34 | 93.41 |
| Staff Category-B | 17510 | 673.46 | 84.18 |
| Staff Category-C | 15786 | 607.15 | 75.89 |
| Staff Category-D | 14406 | 554.07 | 69.25 |
Official Notification
Punjab Minimum Wages Notification May 2026 (PDF)
Official Website
Visit the official website of the Department of Labour, Punjab, for more details.
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