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Minimum Wages in Odisha

Year:

Latest minimum wage rates effective from 1 October 2025

Effective From

1 Oct 2025

Zone Coverage

1 Zone

General
CategorySub CategoryBasic (Rs/month)VDA (Rs/month)Total (Rs/day)Total (Rs/month)Effective From
Highly Skilled-15,912061215,9121 Oct 2025
Semi-Skilled-13,312051213,3121 Oct 2025
Skilled-14,612056214,6121 Oct 2025
Unskilled-12,012046212,0121 Oct 2025

Code on Wages 2019 - Impact on Odisha

  • Under the Code on Wages 2019, the definition of "wages" has been standardized. Basic + DA must constitute at least 50% of total remuneration.
  • The state government revises minimum wages periodically based on consumer price index and cost of living.
  • Employers must ensure compliance with both central and state-specific minimum wage notifications.