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Minimum Wages in Rajasthan 2026

Rajasthan single uniform rate across the state. Four skill levels, consolidated daily wage.

Source: Rajasthan Labour Department. Verify the latest notification before payroll.

Wage Range / Month

Rs 7,410 to Rs 9,334

Across 4 skill levels | Single uniform daily rate

Effective

2026

Zones

Uniform rate

Notified Rates

Complete Rate Card: All Skill Levels

Single uniform Rajasthan rate. Daily and monthly (daily x 26). Source: Rajasthan Labour Department.

Skill Level Daily Monthly (26)
Unskilled
Watchman, Helper, Cleaner, Pump operator		 Rs 285 Rs 7,410
Semi-Skilled
Assistant carpenter, Wireman, Lift operator		 Rs 297 Rs 7,722
Skilled
Mason, Electrician, Plumber, Typist, Cashier		 Rs 309 Rs 8,034
Highly Skilled
Chemist, Pharmacist, Lab technician		 Rs 359 Rs 9,334

Rajasthan publishes consolidated daily rates. Monthly = daily x 26 working days.

Employer Cost Guide

True Cost of 1 Minimum-Wage Worker in Rajasthan

Statutory add-ons on top of Rs 7,410 Unskilled base.

Gross monthly wage
Floor per worker		 Rs 7,410
Employer EPF (12 percent of Basic + DA)
EPF Act 1952, Section 6		 Rs 889
Employer ESI (3.25 percent if gross <= Rs 21,000)
ESI Act 1948		 Rs 241
Statutory bonus (8.33 percent)
Payment of Bonus Act 1965, Section 10		 Rs 617
Gratuity provisioning (4.81 percent)
Payment of Gratuity Act 1972		 Rs 356
Total employer cost per worker / month Rs 9,513
Compliance Checklist

4 Things Every Rajasthan Employer Must Do

01

Pay at or above the notified rate

Apply the uniform daily rate per skill. Update payroll when a new notification takes effect. Compute arrears for back-dated effective dates.

02

Maintain statutory registers

Keep Muster Roll, Wage Register, Deductions and Overtime registers under the Rajasthan Minimum Wages Rules, 1959. Preserve for 3 years.

03

Pay within the wage cycle

Wages payable by 7th of next month (under 1,000 workers) or 10th (1,000 plus) under the Payment of Wages Act, 1936. Overtime at twice the ordinary rate under Section 14.

04

Display the wage notice

Post the current Rajasthan minimum wage notice in Hindi and English at the workplace within 30 days of revision.

Category Guide

Which Skill Category Does Your Worker Fall Under?

Rajasthan notifies 4 skill levels across all scheduled employments.

Unskilled

Watchman, Helper, Cleaner, Pump operator

Semi-Skilled

Assistant carpenter, Wireman, Lift operator

Skilled

Mason, Electrician, Plumber, Typist, Cashier

Highly Skilled

Chemist, Pharmacist, Lab technician

Penalty

Cost of Underpayment in Rajasthan

Section 22 of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948 applies. Rajasthan Labour Department inspects mines, marble, and tourism sectors closely.

Fine up to Rs 1 lakh per offence
Imprisonment up to 5 years, or both
Arrears + compensation up to 10x the shortfall
Continuing offence: extra daily fine

High-Risk Rajasthan Sectors

  • Mining and marble (Udaipur, Makrana, Kishangarh)
  • Textiles and handicrafts (Jaipur, Jodhpur)
  • Tourism and hospitality (Jaipur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer)
  • Security and housekeeping (statewide)
  • Construction and cement

Rate applies statewide. Same daily rate in Jaipur and rural districts.

Revision History

Rajasthan Wage Trend (Unskilled)

Consolidated unskilled monthly rate, latest first.

Period Unskilled / Month Change
2026 onwardCURRENT Rs 7,410 Current
2025 Rs 7,176 +3.3%
2024 Rs 6,942 +3.4%
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FAQ

Rajasthan Minimum Wages FAQ

What is the minimum wage in Rajasthan 2026?
Rajasthan minimum wages are Rs 285 per day (Rs 7,410 per month) for Unskilled, Rs 297 per day for Semi-Skilled, Rs 309 per day for Skilled, and Rs 359 per day for Highly Skilled workers. Rajasthan applies one uniform rate across the state with no zone classification.
How is the Rajasthan minimum wage calculated?
Rajasthan publishes a consolidated daily rate per skill. Monthly wage = daily rate multiplied by 26 working days. For an Unskilled worker, Rs 285 per day equals Rs 7,410 per month. Rajasthan rates are among the lowest in India and revised periodically.
Does Rajasthan use economic zones for minimum wages?
No. Rajasthan notifies a single uniform minimum wage across the entire state. The same daily rate applies in Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, and rural districts alike.
How often does Rajasthan revise minimum wages?
Rajasthan revises minimum wages periodically through Labour Department notifications, usually linked to Consumer Price Index movement. Revisions are less frequent than the six-month VDA cycle followed by some other states.
How does factoHR India automate Rajasthan minimum wage payroll?
factoHR India tracks Rajasthan notifications, applies the consolidated daily rate per skill, flags any payslip below the floor, and maintains statutory registers under the Rajasthan Minimum Wages Rules, 1959.

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If you employ staff in Rajasthan, the same workforce is also covered by working-hour and overtime rules in Rajasthan, and the public holiday calendar for Rajasthan. Keep every Rajasthan statutory obligation aligned across your payroll.