Dear Seniors,
As per Section 1(6) of the Payment of Wages Act, it is applicable to employees earning wages up to Rs 18,000 only. Therefore, considering the definition of wages provided in the same act, it should be interpreted as "GROSS" wages. Based on this interpretation, many employees will fall outside the scope of this act.
If my understanding is correct as mentioned above, then which act will govern employees earning more than Rs 18,000 in wages for issues related to payment of wages and deductions? Your insights on this matter would be appreciated.
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From India, Pune
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As per Section 1(6) of the Payment of Wages Act, it is applicable to employees earning wages up to Rs 18,000 only. Therefore, considering the definition of wages provided in the same act, it should be interpreted as "GROSS" wages. Based on this interpretation, many employees will fall outside the scope of this act.
If my understanding is correct as mentioned above, then which act will govern employees earning more than Rs 18,000 in wages for issues related to payment of wages and deductions? Your insights on this matter would be appreciated.
Regards
From India, Pune
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Still the question of deducting PF is not understood, i have consulted few people and they say PF has to be deducted as they are wages and not overtime amount, requesting provide insights please...
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The workmen earning over ₹18,000 will be governed by other acts - Factories Act, Shop & Establishment Act, Minimum Wages Act, Standing Orders Act, Industrial Dispute Act, etc.
Highly paid employees do not actually have any specific protection, and they will need to file a civil suit against the company.
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2508Highly paid employees do not actually have any specific protection, and they will need to file a civil suit against the company.
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Mostly the members have touched upon the points you raised. Regarding the Ceiling to cover under PWA,1936, the Wage to be taken upton Rs.18000/- which is covered Basic and DA, but not the GROSS.
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Wage Ceiling Under The Payment Of Wages Act Increased From 18,000 To 24,000.pdf