Payment of Wages Act, 1936 alongwith allied Rules

This edition of The Payment of Wages Act, 1936 (Act 4 of 1936), updated with all amendments including The Payment of Wages (Amendment) Act, 2017 (Act 1 of 2017) and incorporating changes effective from 28-12-2016, serves as a comprehensive and reliable legal reference for students preparing for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE), as well as professionals in law, human resources, industrial relations, and corporate compliance.

The book presents the bare text of the law—precisely as enacted—without commentary or interpretation, making it ideal for examination purposes and statutory referencing. It also includes allied rules, sector-specific regulations, and relevant notifications, ensuring clarity on implementation and jurisdictional matters.

The content spans the full scope of the Act, including:

• Provisions regulating the payment of wages to employees and workers

• Authorised deductions and restrictions on wage payment delays

• Wage period definitions and employer obligations

• The Payment of Wages (Procedure) Rules, 1937

• The Payment of Wages (Nomination) Rules, 2009

• The Payment of Wages (Mines) Rules, 1956 (as amended)

• The Payment of Wages (Air Transport Services) Rules, 1968 (as amended)

• The Payment of Wages (Railways) Rules, 1938 (as amended)

• Notifications appointing authorities and inspectors for enforcement

This edition is particularly suitable for:

• AIBE aspirants seeking a statutorily accurate and updated resource

• Law students and academicians studying labour and industrial laws

• HR professionals ensuring wage compliance under statutory norms

• Practising advocates handling labour and wage-related disputes

• Corporate compliance officers, trade union representatives, and consultants advising on employment law matters

Whether used in the exam hall, the office, or the courtroom, this updated text delivers the full legislative authority of The Payment of Wages Act, 1936, as it applies in 2025.