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Rule 16 of the Code on Wages (Central) Rules, 2026 - Procedure for imposing fines

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Last Updated: 08-05-2026

CHAPTER IV

PAYMENT OF WAGES

 

16. Procedure for imposing fines.[i]

(1) As per sub-section (3) of section 19, the employer shall give intimation electronically or in writing to the employee concerned specifying therein the particulars of acts and omissions done by the employee, warranting the imposition of fine, for showing cause within seven days.

(2) On establishment of charges, fine shall be imposed on the delinquent employee.

(3) Wherein no reply is received from the employee within the scheduled period, fine shall be imposed and the same shall be intimated to the employee within fifteen days of the imposition of such fine.

 

[i] Inserted by Notification No. G.S.RS. 343(E) dated 08-05-2026