Minimum Wages under Shops & Commercial Establishments – Maharashtra
Comprehensive reference for statutory minimum wages in Maharashtra applicable to retail shops, commercial offices, IT/ITeS companies, hospitality establishments, and service institutions under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017.
Below is the statutory minimum wage schedule revised effective 1st July, 2026 (updated as on 10th August, 2026), incorporating the latest Special Allowance / Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) adjustment of ₹4,134.00 per month.
Use the Period Selector on the top right to switch between the latest 1st July, 2026 notification and historical wage revisions.
📊 Minimum Wages Table (1st Jul, 2026)
| Category | Zone | Basic Monthly (₹) | Special Allowance / VDA (₹) | Total Daily (₹) | Total Monthly (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unskilled | Zone I | 10021 | 4134 | 544.41 | 14155 |
| Unskilled | Zone II | 9425 | 4134 | 521.50 | 13559 |
| Unskilled | Zone III | 8828 | 4134 | 498.54 | 12962 |
| Semi-skilled | Zone I | 10856 | 4134 | 576.54 | 14990 |
| Semi-skilled | Zone II | 10260 | 4134 | 553.62 | 14394 |
| Semi-skilled | Zone III | 9664 | 4134 | 530.69 | 13798 |
| Skilled | Zone I | 11632 | 4134 | 606.38 | 15766 |
| Skilled | Zone II | 11036 | 4134 | 583.46 | 15170 |
| Skilled | Zone III | 10440 | 4134 | 560.54 | 14574 |
📊 High-Level Wage Summary (Effective 1st Jul, 2026)
The table below summarizes total statutory minimum wages per day and per month (based on 26 statutory payable days) across all skill levels and designated zones:
| Category | Zone I (Daily / Monthly) | Zone II (Daily / Monthly) | Zone III (Daily / Monthly) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unskilled | ₹544.41 / ₹14,155.00 | ₹521.50 / ₹13,559.00 | ₹498.54 / ₹12,962.00 |
| Semi-Skilled | ₹576.54 / ₹14,990.00 | ₹553.62 / ₹14,394.00 | ₹530.69 / ₹13,798.00 |
| Skilled | ₹606.38 / ₹15,766.00 | ₹583.46 / ₹15,170.00 | ₹560.54 / ₹14,574.00 |
📍 Classification of Zones in Maharashtra
Under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments wage framework, geographic jurisdictions are demarcated into three distinct zones:
- Zone I: Municipal Corporations of Greater Mumbai (Brihanmumbai / BMC), Thane, Navi Mumbai, Mira-Bhayandar, Kalyan-Dombivli, Ulhasnagar, Pune (PMC), Pimpri-Chinchwad (PCMC), and adjoining notified urban agglomerations.
- Zone II: All other Municipal Corporations across Maharashtra (e.g., Nagpur, Nashik, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar / Aurangabad, Solapur, Kolhapur, Amravati, Akola, Vasai-Virar, Nanded, Bhiwandi-Nizampur, Dhule, Malegaon) and 'A' Class Municipal Councils.
- Zone III: All areas across the state not included under Zone I or Zone II (covering rural sectors, B and C class municipal councils, and town panchayats).
💡 Key Highlights & Statutory Compliance Guidelines
- Wage Components:
The statutory minimum wage structure in Maharashtra consists of:
Total Monthly Remuneration = Basic Pay + Special Allowance (VDA) - Special Allowance / Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA): The Office of the Labour Commissioner, Maharashtra, revises the Special Allowance bi-annually (effective 1st January and 1st July) based on changes in the average Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers for Maharashtra. For July 2026, the Special Allowance is ₹4,134.00 per month.
- Daily Wage Derivation Formula:
As per statutory rules under the Minimum Wages Act, the daily rate of wages is computed by dividing the total monthly minimum wage by 26 days:
Total Daily Wage = Total Monthly Wage ÷ 26 - House Rent Allowance (HRA): Under the Maharashtra Workmen's Minimum House-Rent Allowance Act, 1983, employers employing 50 or more workers must pay statutory HRA at 5% of wages where housing accommodation is not provided.
- Overtime Compensation: Any employee working beyond 9 hours in a day or 48 hours in a week is entitled to overtime pay at twice the ordinary hourly wage rate (2x rate).
- EPF & ESIC Deductions: Basic + VDA constitutes the foundational gross wages for statutory contributions under the EPF Act (₹15,000 threshold) and ESIC Act (₹21,000 threshold).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the minimum wage for an office boy or cleaner in Mumbai (Zone I)?
An office boy, sweeper, or cleaner falls under the Unskilled category. In Zone I (Mumbai / Thane), the revised minimum wage effective 1st July 2026 is ₹544.41 per day or ₹14,155.00 per month.
What is the minimum wage for a clerk, accountant, or technician in Pune (Zone I)?
Clerical staff, data operators, and technicians fall under the Skilled category. In Zone I (Pune / Mumbai), the revised minimum wage effective 1st July 2026 is ₹606.38 per day or ₹15,766.00 per month.
How often does Maharashtra revise minimum wages?
The Government of Maharashtra adjusts the Special Allowance (VDA) twice a year:
- 1st January to 30th June (notified around February)
- 1st July to 31st December (notified around August)