Minimum Wages in Haryana

State-wise Minimum Wages

Haryana sets its minimum wages under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, with semi‑annual updates based on the Workers’ CPI, typically on 1 January and 1 July. The State Minimum Wages Advisory Board recommends adjustments, which are notified via official gazettes and become legally enforceable

Latest Minimum Wages in Haryana 2025 (Effective 1 January 2025)

On 4 April 2025, Haryana issued Notification IR‑2/2025/11047‑89, bringing a CPI-linked 3.36% wage hike from 1 January 2025. Here’s a summary of the updated minimum wages:

Class of Employment	Basic Wages Per Day	Basic Wages Per Month	Total Wages Per Day	Total Wages Per Month
Unskilled	INR 292.31	INR 7600.00	INR 363.78	INR 9458.20
Semi Skilled Class A	INR 306.92	INR 7980.00	INR 381.96	INR 9931.08
Semi-Skilled Class B	INR 322.27	INR 8379.00	INR 401.06	INR 10427.62
Skilled Class A	INR 338.38	INR 8797.95	INR 421.12	INR 10949.01
Skilled Class B	INR 355.30	INR 9237.85	INR 442.17	INR 11496.47
Highly Skilled	INR 373.07	INR 9699.74	INR 464.28	INR 12071.29
Clerical & General Staff (Below Matriculation)	INR 306.92	INR 7980.00	INR 381.96	INR 9931.08
Clerical & General Staff (Matriculation but not Graduate)	INR 322.27	INR 8379.00	INR 401.06	INR 10427.62
Clerical & General Staff (Graduate or Above)	INR 338.38	INR 8797.95	INR 421.12	INR 10949.01
Clerical & General Staff (Steno Typist)	INR 322.27	INR 8379.00	INR 401.06	INR 10427.62
Clerical & General Staff (Junior Scale Stenographer)	INR 338.38	INR 8797.95	INR 421.12	INR 10949.01
Clerical & General Staff (Senior Scale Stenographer)	INR 355.30	INR 9237.85	INR 442.17	INR 11496.47
Clerical & General Staff (Personal Assistant)	INR 373.07	INR 9699.74	INR 464.28	INR 12071.29
Clerical & General Staff (Private Secretary)	INR 391.72	INR 10184.73	INR 487.49	INR 12674.86
Data Entry Operator	INR 338.38	INR 8797.95	INR 421.12	INR 10949.01
Driver (Light Vehicle)	INR 355.30	INR 9237.85	INR 442.17	INR 11496.47
Driver (Heavy Vehicle)	INR 373.07	INR 9699.74	INR 464.28	INR 12071.29
Security Guard (Without Weapon)	INR 306.92	INR 7980.00	INR 381.96	INR 9931.08
Security Guard (With Weapon)	INR 355.30	INR 9237.85	INR 442.17	INR 11496.47

Between June and December 2024, Haryana’s CPI jumped from 3,326.6 to 3,438.5 (+111.9 points). A 3.36% adjustment ensures minimum wages keep pace with inflation, preserving real income for workers, including those in agriculture, brick kilns, manufacturing, and service roles

Minimum Wages in Haryana for Clerical and General Staff

Here is a table representing the Minimum Wages in Haryana for Clerical and General Staff:

Class of Employment	Basic Wages Per Day	Basic Wages Per Month	Total Wages Per Day	Total Wages Per Month
Clerical & General Staff (Below Matriculation)	INR 306.92	INR 7980.00	INR 381.96	INR 9931.08
Clerical & General Staff (Matriculation but not Graduate)	INR 322.27	INR 8379.00	INR 401.06	INR 10427.62
Clerical & General Staff (Graduate or Above)	INR 338.38	INR 8797.95	INR 421.12	INR 10949.01
Clerical & General Staff (Steno Typist)	INR 322.27	INR 8379.00	INR 401.06	INR 10427.62
Clerical & General Staff (Junior Scale Stenographer)	INR 338.38	INR 8797.95	INR 421.12	INR 10949.01
Clerical & General Staff (Senior Scale Stenographer)	INR 355.30	INR 9237.85	INR 442.17	INR 11496.47
Clerical & General Staff (Personal Assistant)	INR 373.07	INR 9699.74	INR 464.28	INR 12071.29
Clerical & General Staff (Private Secretary)	INR 391.72	INR 10184.73	INR 487.49	INR 12674.86

Minimum Wages in Haryana for Driver

Here is a table representing the Minimum Wages in Haryana for Driver:

Class of Employment	Basic Wages Per Day	Basic Wages Per Month	Total Wages Per Day	Total Wages Per Month
Driver (Light Vehicle)	INR 355.30	INR 9237.85	INR 442.17	INR 11496.47
Driver (Heavy Vehicle)	INR 373.07	INR 9699.74	INR 464.28	INR 12071.29

Minimum Wages in Haryana for Security Guard

Here is a table representing the Minimum Wages in Haryana for Security Guard:

Class of Employment	Basic Wages Per Day	Basic Wages Per Month	Total Wages Per Day	Total Wages Per Month
Security Guard (Without Weapon)	INR 306.92	INR 7980.00	INR 381.96	INR 9931.08
Security Guard (With Weapon)	INR 355.30	INR 9237.85	INR 442.17	INR 11496.47

Sector & Regional Disparities

Urban Industrial Zones (e.g., Gurugram, Faridabad, Manesar): Minimum wages apply, though actual wages are often higher due to demand
Rural Agricultural Areas: Wages usually align with minimum but fluctuate seasonally.
Some sectors (like brick kilns) receive customised wage updates due to demanding conditions

Enforcement & Workers’ Rights

Employers must follow notified wages based on skill level and job category.
Workers can lodge grievances with Labour Commissioners; inspectors can impose penalties for underpayment.
Regular revisions and official notifications empower workers to demand compliance

Implications for Stakeholders

Employers must update payroll and comply to avoid legal consequences.
Workers & Unions should monitor pay and use official channels for grievances.
Government & NGOs need to boost outreach, strengthen inspections, and support formal employment initiatives.

Conclusion

Haryana’s consistent revisions in response to inflation reflect a proactive approach to ensuring fair wages. Still, real impact hinges on translating policy into practice, especially for marginalized informal workers. Continued vigilance, education, and formalization efforts are the keys to making minimum wages meaningful.

Key Takeaways

As of 1 January 2025, Haryana’s minimum monthly wages range from ₹11,257 for unskilled roles to ₹14,367 for highly skilled workers.
CPI-based inflation (3.36%) prompts regular wage adjustments—at least twice annually.
Effective enforcement, worker awareness, and formal employment tracking are essential to close the gap between legal standards and real pay.

Looking Ahead

Haryana is likely to issue another round of VDA-based revisions effective 1 July 2025.
Expanding formal registration (via HUM) and inspection capacity are critical to ensure minimum wages reach intended beneficiaries.
Bridging wage gaps between organized and informal workers should remain a policy priority.