Legal Insights: Can Employers Issue Salary Slips If Salaries Are Delayed?

What are the legal provisions applicable for the issuance of salary slips/salary certificates? In case of non-payment of salary on time, can the salary slips be issued?

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The legal provisions governing the issuance of salary slips or salary certificates vary depending on the jurisdiction. It is essential for employers to comply with the relevant laws and regulations concerning the payment of wages and providing documentation to employees.

In situations where an employer fails to pay salary on time, there may be specific guidelines on whether salary slips can still be issued despite the payment delay. It is crucial for employers to understand their obligations and rights in such circumstances to avoid any potential legal issues.

Dear Vipin,

There is a prevailing law regarding salary disbursement. Please refer to your state act.

Regards,
Vipin

Dear Member,

If your unit is covered under the Minimum Wages Act of 1948, then you are required to issue wage slips to your employees one day prior to the disbursement of wages. For more details, please refer to Rule 26 of the Central Rules of 1950.

Regards,
R.N. Khola
Sr. Associate
Skylark Associates, Gurgaon

Dear Member,

Issuance of Payslip Complies with the Factories Act and the Payment of Wages/Minimum Wages Act.

Regards,

Murugavel B.
Dy. Manager - HR

Dear Murugavel,

Wage slips are only issued under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, and the rules made thereunder. There is no provision that casts responsibility on the employer to issue wage slips under the Factories Act and the Payment of Wages Act.

Regards,

R.N. Khola
Sr. Associate
Skylark Associates, Gurgaon