What is the Minimum Rate of Wages notification for Madhya Pradesh October 2025?

The Madhya Pradesh government issued a minimum wages notification effective 1 October 2025, revising basic wages and Variable Dearness Allowance for various categories of workers. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

When do the revised minimum wage rates apply in Madhya Pradesh?

The revised wages apply from 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026 as per the latest labour department notification. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Which worker categories are covered under the Madhya Pradesh wage revision?

The wage revision covers unskilled, semi-skilled, skilled, and highly skilled workers in scheduled employments across the state. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

What is Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA)?

Variable Dearness Allowance is the inflation-linked component added to basic wages to help match wages with rising living costs. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

What are the approximate minimum wage totals for Madhya Pradesh workers?

Based on the October 2025 notification, total monthly wages range from about ₹12,150 for unskilled workers to ₹16,494 for highly skilled workers. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

How should employers comply with the new wage rates?

Employers must adjust payroll to pay revised rates, maintain accurate wage records, and ensure employees receive at least the new minimum wages. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

What happens if the revised minimum wages are not paid?

Not paying the revised minimum wages can lead to penalties, fines, and legal action under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Minimum Wages in MP 2026 | Latest Rates & Compliance

The Madhya Pradesh Government has promulgated a new minimum wage notification, effective October 2025, with updates made to both the Basic Wage and the Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) across all categories of employees – Unskilled, Semi-skilled, Skilled, and Highly Skilled. Ensuring timely compliance with these wage rates and adjustment of pay levels not only fulfills obligations legally, but can also ensure employee satisfaction and a sustainable workforce.

The Revised Wage Rates for Madhya Pradesh

Employment Category	Basic Per Day (₹)	Basic Per Month (₹)	VDA Per Day (₹)	VDA Per Month (₹)	Total Per Day (₹)	Total Per Month (₹)
Unskilled	368.27	9575	99.04	2575	467	12150
Semi-skilled	406.58	10571	99.04	2575	506	13146
Skilled	472.85	12294	99.04	2575	572	14869
Highly Skilled	535.35	13919	99.04	2575	634	16494

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