Key Compliance Requirements under the newly notified Central Rules under the 4 Labour Codes; effective 8th May, 2026

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has brought into force the following Central Rules under the four Labour Codes with effect from 8th May, 2026:

1. Industrial Relations (Central) Rules, 2026 under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020
2. Code on Wages (Central) Rules, 2026 under the Code on Wages, 2019

3. Social Security (Central) Rules, 2026 under the Code on Social Security, 2020

4. Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026 under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

We have analysed the above Rules and identified the key provisions that are likely to impact your business operations.

We have summarised the rules and created highlights of the key changes and compliance requirements under each of the four Rules mentioned above. In order to get the summaries, get in touch with us or email us at inquiries@lexplosion.in.

 
Source: Ministry of Labour and Employment