Haryana revised its minimum wages with effect from 1 April 2026. The state government issued a fresh gazette notification under the framework of the Code on Wages, 2019, replacing the earlier July 2025 rates. The new rates are roughly 35% higher and now apply uniformly across the state, the older split into Zone A and Zone B has been removed.
This guide covers the current Haryana minimum wage rates for 2026, the skill-grade classification, how those grades map to common roles such as helpers, drivers and security guards, and what employers must do to stay compliant. For rates in neighbouring states, see the full minimum wages guide.
Last verified: July 2026. The 1 April 2026 rates below remain the latest notified figures for Haryana.
Latest Minimum Wages in Haryana 2026 (Effective 1 April 2026)
The table below shows the current minimum wage for each skill grade under the 1 April 2026 notification. These are the legally enforceable floor wages for all scheduled employments in Haryana.
S. No. | Skill Category (Grade) | Monthly Rate (₹) | Daily Rate (₹) |
1 | Unskilled (Helper) | 15,220.71 | 585.41 |
2 | Semi-Skilled | 16,780.74 | 645.41 |
3 | Skilled | 18,500.81 | 711.56 |
4 | Highly Skilled | 19,425.85 | 747.14 |
Daily rate = monthly wage ÷ 26 working days. Deductions are calculated on a 30-day basis. Rates apply statewide, including Gurugram and Faridabad.
What Changed in the April 2026 Revision
The April 2026 notification was not a routine tweak. It was a fresh wage fixation, and it reshaped the structure:
- Rates jumped roughly 35% over July 2025. The unskilled rate rose from ₹11,274.60 to ₹15,220.71 per month.
- The A/B zone split was scrapped. Haryana now has one uniform rate per grade across the whole state.
- Notified through the official gazette by the Haryana Labour Department, aligned with the Code on Wages, 2019.
Haryana Labour Grade / Grade Salary 2026 Explained
Searches for “haryana grade salary 2026”, “labour grade” and “helper grade” all point to the same thing: the skill-based wage grades set under the Minimum Wages framework. Haryana classifies workers into four grades, and each grade carries its own minimum monthly wage. In everyday use, “helper” is the term for the unskilled grade.
- Unskilled (Helper): basic manual work needing no prior training — ₹15,220.71/month.
- Semi-Skilled: work needing some training or experience — ₹16,780.74/month.
- Skilled: a recognised trade or technical skill — ₹18,500.81/month.
- Highly Skilled: advanced expertise or supervisory responsibility — ₹19,425.85/month.
How Job Roles Map to Skill Grades
The mapping below is indicative. Final classification depends on the skill, training and responsibility a role actually demands, as defined in the notification. Confirm role-to-grade mapping against the latest Haryana gazette before finalising payroll.
Skill Grade | Typical roles (indicative) |
Unskilled (Helper) | Helper, peon, cleaner, loader, gardener, general labour |
Semi-Skilled | Machine operator, storekeeper, semi-skilled technician, fitter’s helper |
Skilled | Electrician, plumber, light-vehicle driver, skilled technician, clerk |
Highly Skilled | Supervisor, foreman, highly skilled technician, specialist roles |
How the Daily and Hourly Wage Is Calculated
Haryana fixes minimum wages as a monthly figure, then derives the daily rate. The daily rate is the monthly wage divided by 26 working days.
For example, an unskilled worker on ₹15,220.71 per month earns ₹585.41 per day (15,220.71 ÷ 26). A standard working day is capped at 9 hours, and any work beyond that must be paid as overtime at double the ordinary rate. Note that while the daily wage uses 26 days, salary deductions are calculated on a 30-day basis.
Minimum Wages in Gurugram and Faridabad (NCR)
Employers in Gurugram and Faridabad sometimes assume NCR proximity means Delhi rates apply. It does not. Workers in Gurugram and Faridabad follow Haryana minimum wage rates, not Delhi rates. The same 1 April 2026 figures apply across both cities. If you operate on both sides of the border, compare the two carefully – see minimum wages in Delhi.
Key Compliance Rules for Employers
- Applies to all establishments, factories, and contract labour operating in Haryana.
- Pay the wage as a whole. It cannot be split into basic and allowances to meet the minimum.
- Equal wages for men and women — no gender pay difference is permitted.
- Trainees: 75% of the applicable grade, never below the unskilled rate, with training capped at one year.
- Principal employers are liable for ensuring contractors also pay the minimum wage.
- Display the current rate notice in Hindi and English at the workplace.
- Rates are revised periodically in line with the Consumer Price Index. Check for a fresh gazette each half-year to stay compliant.
Staying Compliant Without the Manual Work
Tracking wage-grade changes across every notification, for every worker, is where compliance slips. A missed revision means underpayment, arrears and interest. Payroll software with built-in statutory compliance flags any wage that falls below the notified floor and updates rates automatically when a new gazette is issued. Pairing it with payroll automation keeps grade-wise wages, overtime and deductions accurate every cycle.
Conclusion
Haryana’s April 2026 revision was a significant structural change, a 35% uplift, and a shift to uniform statewide grades. For employers, the priority is simple: classify each role into the correct grade, pay at least the notified floor, and re-check with every half-yearly revision. Getting the grade mapping right is what keeps payroll both fair and compliant.
Sources: Haryana Labour Department (hrylabour.gov.in) — gazette notification effective 1 April 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the minimum wage in Haryana in 2026?
As of the 1 April 2026 notification, the minimum wage for unskilled workers (helpers) is ₹15,220.71 per month (₹585.41 per day). It rises to ₹16,780.74 for semi-skilled, ₹18,500.81 for skilled and ₹19,425.85 per month for highly skilled workers.
What is the Haryana grade salary for a helper in 2026?
A helper falls under the unskilled grade. The minimum grade salary for a helper in Haryana is ₹15,220.71 per month, which works out to ₹585.41 per day.
What is the minimum wage for a security guard in Haryana?
It depends on how the role is classified. Unarmed guards are generally placed in the unskilled or semi-skilled grade, while guards with additional responsibility or arms sit in a higher grade. Confirm the exact classification against the current gazette notification.
What is the minimum wage for a driver in Haryana?
Light-vehicle drivers are usually classified as skilled, which carries a minimum of ₹18,500.81 per month. Heavy-vehicle drivers may fall into a higher grade. Always match the role to the skill and responsibility defined in the notification.
When were Haryana minimum wages last revised?
The most recent revision took effect on 1 April 2026 through a fresh gazette notification issued by the Haryana Labour Department, replacing the July 2025 rates.
Are the April 2026 rates still current?
Yes. As of July 2026, the 1 April 2026 rates are the latest notified figures for Haryana. Always check for a fresh gazette before running payroll, as rates are revised periodically.