Puducherry Government has released the Minimum Wage Revision Notification for various employments effective from 20th September 2024. Please read the notification for more details.

Under Section - Puducherry Government has released the Minimum Wage Revision Notification for various employments effective from 20th September 2024. Please read the notification for more details.
Notification No.125 dated 20-Sep-2024

The Government of Tripura vide Notification F.17(4)-GA(SA)/2019/307-26, has announced paid holiday due to Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Read the notification for more information.

Under Section Section 135-B RP Act 1951 - The Government of Tripura vide Notification F.17(4)-GA(SA)/2019/307-26, has announced paid holiday due to Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Read the notification for more information.
Notification F.17(4)-GA(SA)/2019/307-26 dated 10-Apr-2024

The Administrator of Union Territory . Of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu vide No. 14/2024/CEO/DDD/GELS-24/PH/328, has announced Paid holiday due to Lok Sabha Election 2024. Read the notification for more information

Under Section Section 135B(1) of R.P. Act, 1951 - The Administrator of Union Territory . Of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu vide No. 14/2024/CEO/DDD/GELS-24/PH/328, has announced Paid holiday due to Lok Sabha Election 2024. Read the notification for more information
Notification 14/2024/CEO/DDD/GELS-24/PH/328 dated 1-Apr-2024

The Government of Sikkim Vide Notification no .32/Home/2024, has announced paid holiday due to Lok Sabha Election 2024. Read the notification for more information.

Under Section Section 135B RP Act 1951 - The Government of Sikkim Vide Notification no .32/Home/2024, has announced paid holiday due to Lok Sabha Election 2024. Read the notification for more information.
Notification 32/HOME/2024 dated 26-Mar-2024

The Govt. of Mizoram Vide Notification No.H.11014/9/2017-GAD/189, has announced paid holiday due to Lok Sabha Election 2024. Read the notification for more Information.

Under Section Section 135-B - The Govt. of Mizoram Vide Notification No.H.11014/9/2017-GAD/189, has announced paid holiday due to Lok Sabha Election 2024. Read the notification for more Information.
Notification H.11014/9/2017-GAD/189 dated 22-Mar-2024

We would like to apprise that vide notification dated 14/03/2024, the Government of Haryana prescribes certain conditions in respect of any factory which apply for the exemption for employing women in the factory during night shift i.e. between the hours of 07.00 PM to 06.00 AM, in respect of their Safety and Security. Read the notification for information.

Under Section Clause (b) Sub-section (1) of Section-66 - We would like to apprise that vide notification dated 14/03/2024, the Government of Haryana prescribes certain conditions in respect of any factory which apply for the exemption for employing women in the factory during night shift i.e. between the hours of 07.00 PM to 06.00 AM, in respect of their Safety and Security. Read the notification for information.
Notification 11/6/2022-4lab. dated 14-Mar-2024

Under Section -
Notification dated 19-Feb-2024

In exercise of the powers conferred by section 112 read with section 115 of the Factories Act, 1948, the Government hereby amends the (Rule 50 has been omitted) under the Jammu and Kashmir Factory Rules, 1972.

Under Section section112 and 115 - In exercise of the powers conferred by section 112 read with section 115 of the Factories Act, 1948, the Government hereby amends the (Rule 50 has been omitted) under the Jammu and Kashmir Factory Rules, 1972.
Notification LE-LAB/50/2022-11-L and E dated 3-Nov-2023

Through Notification No. LA Bill No. 04 of 2023, the State Government of Karnataka proposed amendments to various provisions including Section 54 (daily hours), Section 55 (interval of rest), Section 56 (spread over), Section 59 (additional wages) Did. for overtime), section 65 (power of Government to make exemption orders), section 66 (restriction on employment of women) of the Factories Act, 1948. Please refer notification for more details.

Under Section Section 54,55 and 56,59, 66 - Through Notification No. LA Bill No. 04 of 2023, the State Government of Karnataka proposed amendments to various provisions including Section 54 (daily hours), Section 55 (interval of rest), Section 56 (spread over), Section 59 (additional wages) Did. for overtime), section 65 (power of Government to make exemption orders), section 66 (restriction on employment of women) of the Factories Act, 1948. Please refer notification for more details.
Notification LA Bill No. 04 of 2023 dated 22-Feb-2023

The Maharashtra government has released revised VDA rates for Thane and Bombay Security Board with effective from 1st January 2023 to 30th June 2023.Please refer to the notification for more details

Under Section - The Maharashtra government has released revised VDA rates for Thane and Bombay Security Board with effective from 1st January 2023 to 30th June 2023.Please refer to the notification for more details
Notification SGB/DA/ALD/2022-4899 dated 2-Feb-2023

Vide notification LAE05-12021/31)/2/2022-BSEC-DOF, the government of Andhra Pradesh has released certain conditions subject to which women will be allowed to work in factories during the night shift, after 7 pm and before 6 am. Factories must ensure: adequate safety guards to protect the health and safety of female employees, and amenities like restrooms, lunch rooms, creche, and toilets. There must also be measures to ensure protection against sexual harassment. Additionally, transport facilities from the factory to the doorstep of the female employee must be provided.

Under Section - Vide notification LAE05-12021/31)/2/2022-BSEC-DOF, the government of Andhra Pradesh has released certain conditions subject to which women will be allowed to work in factories during the night shift, after 7 pm and before 6 am. Factories must ensure: adequate safety guards to protect the health and safety of female employees, and amenities like restrooms, lunch rooms, creche, and toilets. There must also be measures to ensure protection against sexual harassment. Additionally, transport facilities from the factory to the doorstep of the female employee must be provided.
Notification LAE05-12021/31)/2/2022 dated 25-Oct-2022

The Tamil Nadu Factory Rules now include petrol, diesel, and LPG dispensing pumps under the definition of Factory. Therefore, all petrol, diesel, and LPG dispensing pumps must be registered under Sections 2(m)(i) and Section 85(1) of the Factories Act. All other provisions and enactments will now be enforced under Section 2(cb) and Section 87 of the Factories Act.

Under Section - The Tamil Nadu Factory Rules now include petrol, diesel, and LPG dispensing pumps under the definition of Factory. Therefore, all petrol, diesel, and LPG dispensing pumps must be registered under Sections 2(m)(i) and Section 85(1) of the Factories Act. All other provisions and enactments will now be enforced under Section 2(cb) and Section 87 of the Factories Act.
Notification No.B1/15708/2020 dated 28-Jan-2022

Through an amendment made to Schedule XX of the Factory Rules, which talks about managing, manufacturing, and handling asbestos or use of asbestos in any form, the following changes have been instrumented:
I. the Schedule is applicable to all manufacturing processes that involve workers exposure to asbestos or products containing asbestos;
ii. It is the responsibility of the occupier of the factory to comply with the provisions of the Schedule pertaining to these workers;
iii. The occupier shall prepare procedures and practices in terms of research and technological progress for approval by the Chief Inspector.

Under Section - Through an amendment made to Schedule XX of the Factory Rules, which talks about managing, manufacturing, and handling asbestos or use of asbestos in any form, the following changes have been instrumented:
I. the Schedule is applicable to all manufacturing processes that involve workers exposure to asbestos or products containing asbestos;
ii. It is the responsibility of the occupier of the factory to comply with the provisions of the Schedule pertaining to these workers;
iii. The occupier shall prepare procedures and practices in terms of research and technological progress for approval by the Chief Inspector.
Notification No.SRO A-20/2021 dated 27-Oct-2021

The government of Rajasthan has released a list of documents required while applying for Consent to Establish and Consent to Operate under the Water and Air Pollution Acts.

Under Section - The government of Rajasthan has released a list of documents required while applying for Consent to Establish and Consent to Operate under the Water and Air Pollution Acts.
Notification F12/(PSCI) RPCB/Gen/1297-1330 dated 1-Jul-2021

The Assam Pollution Control Board has issued an SOP to expedite procurement of Consent to Establish and Consent to Operate in Ethanol producing industries.

Under Section - The Assam Pollution Control Board has issued an SOP to expedite procurement of Consent to Establish and Consent to Operate in Ethanol producing industries.
Notification WB/T-276/20-21/157/159 dated 23-Jun-2021

The new amendment to the Gujarat Factory Rules states that PPE kits will now be approved by the Chief Inspector of Factories. All PPEs that do not have approvals per Indian standards or the Chief Inspectors approval will be considered compliant if they meet EN, ANSI, or ISO standards.

Under Section - The new amendment to the Gujarat Factory Rules states that PPE kits will now be approved by the Chief Inspector of Factories. All PPEs that do not have approvals per Indian standards or the Chief Inspectors approval will be considered compliant if they meet EN, ANSI, or ISO standards.
Notification GHR/202 1/39/FAC/14202 dated 10-May-2021

The state has announced revised working conditions under the Factories Act, exempting from Sections 51, 54, 55, and 56 for a period of 3 months. The revised conditions include:
i. Adults can work for a maximum of 12 hours a day, and 72 hours a week;
ii. periods of rest such that no one works longer than six hours without being allowed a minimum rest of half an hour
iii. wages in proportion to Himachal Pradesh minimum wages under Minimum Wage Act;
iv. Section 59 on overtime remains same.

Under Section - The state has announced revised working conditions under the Factories Act, exempting from Sections 51, 54, 55, and 56 for a period of 3 months. The revised conditions include:
i. Adults can work for a maximum of 12 hours a day, and 72 hours a week;
ii. periods of rest such that no one works longer than six hours without being allowed a minimum rest of half an hour
iii. wages in proportion to Himachal Pradesh minimum wages under Minimum Wage Act;
iv. Section 59 on overtime remains same.
Notification Shram(A)4-3/2017 dated 6-May-2021

The Karnataka government has announced a Central Inspection System for synchronization of all compliance inspections. The following departments will use the common window for all inspections (http://kumcis.azurewebsites.net/)
(i) Department of Factories, Boilers, Industrial Safety, and Health
(ii)Labour Department
(iii) Karnataka State Pollution Control Board and
(iv) Legal Metrology Department
The CIS will be operational from 22nd March 2021.

Under Section - The Karnataka government has announced a Central Inspection System for synchronization of all compliance inspections. The following departments will use the common window for all inspections (http://kumcis.azurewebsites.net/)
(i) Department of Factories, Boilers, Industrial Safety, and Health
(ii)Labour Department
(iii) Karnataka State Pollution Control Board and
(iv) Legal Metrology Department
The CIS will be operational from 22nd March 2021.
Notification KUM/DD/EODB/SBRAP/31/2020-21 dated 8-Mar-2021

Following the amendment to the Puducherry Factory Rules, every renewed licence or fresh licence will be in force for a minimum period of ten years. The licence will be valid till 31st December of the said year. Applications will be renewed for the applied period with an auto-generated registration/renewal issued 30 days from the submission of the application.

Under Section 6 - Following the amendment to the Puducherry Factory Rules, every renewed licence or fresh licence will be in force for a minimum period of ten years. The licence will be valid till 31st December of the said year. Applications will be renewed for the applied period with an auto-generated registration/renewal issued 30 days from the submission of the application.
Notification G.O. Ms. No. 03/2020/Lab dated 2-Mar-2021

An extension for the filing of annual returns under the Factories Act has been announced by the Director of Factories, Andhra Pradesh. The extended date is 30th April, 2021. All officers have been instructed not to collect manual returns owing to online facilities being made available. They are also to avoid insisting on returns before the revised due date.

Under Section - An extension for the filing of annual returns under the Factories Act has been announced by the Director of Factories, Andhra Pradesh. The extended date is 30th April, 2021. All officers have been instructed not to collect manual returns owing to online facilities being made available. They are also to avoid insisting on returns before the revised due date.
Notification no.A1/3117/2017 dated 12-Feb-2021

In a move to eliminate the need for physical visits and inspections by the Office of chief Inspectors of boilers and Factories, the Government of Meghalaya has instituted auto-renewals for periodic renewals of factories licences.

Under Section - In a move to eliminate the need for physical visits and inspections by the Office of chief Inspectors of boilers and Factories, the Government of Meghalaya has instituted auto-renewals for periodic renewals of factories licences.
Notification LBG. 39/2014/Pt/256 dated 22-Dec-2020

Punjab Amendment: Through the Punjab Amendment made to the Factories Act through an Ordinance, the state government has issued a notification increasing the threshold limit for its applicability. It will now be effected in Factories with 20 or more workers (as opposed to an earlier number of 10) working with the aid of power; and in factories with 40 or more workers (as opposed to an earlier number of 20) working without the aid of power. Quarterly overtime hours have also been increased from 75 to 115 hours.

Under Section - Punjab Amendment: Through the Punjab Amendment made to the Factories Act through an Ordinance, the state government has issued a notification increasing the threshold limit for its applicability. It will now be effected in Factories with 20 or more workers (as opposed to an earlier number of 10) working with the aid of power; and in factories with 40 or more workers (as opposed to an earlier number of 20) working without the aid of power. Quarterly overtime hours have also been increased from 75 to 115 hours.
Notification No. 22-Leg./2020 dated 9-Nov-2020

The new directive from the Supreme Court quashes Gujarats previous notification that exempted industries from provisions in the Factories Act pertaining to overtime wages, weekly hours, intervals, and daily hours on the grounds of Covid-19. The Supreme Court mandates that all overtime wages be paid to employees since the date of the mentioned notification.

Under Section - The new directive from the Supreme Court quashes Gujarats previous notification that exempted industries from provisions in the Factories Act pertaining to overtime wages, weekly hours, intervals, and daily hours on the grounds of Covid-19. The Supreme Court mandates that all overtime wages be paid to employees since the date of the mentioned notification.
Notification GHR/2020/146/FAC/142020/346/M3 dated 5-Nov-2020

The government of Haryana has effected the auto-renewal of licenses under the Haryana Factories Rules provided:
i. There are no changes in particulars in details of the application
ii. Fees are paid 5 or 10 times that mentioned in the Schedule depending on the period of renewal
iii. Fees are paid through e-GRAS on the department website

Under Section 10 - The government of Haryana has effected the auto-renewal of licenses under the Haryana Factories Rules provided:
i. There are no changes in particulars in details of the application
ii. Fees are paid 5 or 10 times that mentioned in the Schedule depending on the period of renewal
iii. Fees are paid through e-GRAS on the department website
Notification 2/22/2020-2Lab dated 23-Oct-2020

The Uttar Pradesh Government, with the introduction of Section 5(A) in the Factories Act, 1948, has allowed special powers to the state to exempt factories from the provisions of the Act temporarily. This is applicable to all new factories or factories that commence operations within 1000 days after the implementation of the Factories (Uttar Pradesh) Act, 2020, for a period of 1000 days from the date of commencement of production. The complete notification may be viewed here.

Under Section 5 - The Uttar Pradesh Government, with the introduction of Section 5(A) in the Factories Act, 1948, has allowed special powers to the state to exempt factories from the provisions of the Act temporarily. This is applicable to all new factories or factories that commence operations within 1000 days after the implementation of the Factories (Uttar Pradesh) Act, 2020, for a period of 1000 days from the date of commencement of production. The complete notification may be viewed here.
Notification LXXIX-V-I-20-1(ka)33-2020 dated 20-Oct-2020

The state has notified that all license renewals under the Factory Act, according to Sections 6 and 7 in the Factories Rules shall be renewed automatically online after online deposit of renewal fees made through the existing portal.

Under Section 6 and 7 - The state has notified that all license renewals under the Factory Act, according to Sections 6 and 7 in the Factories Rules shall be renewed automatically online after online deposit of renewal fees made through the existing portal.
Notification No:2019/PS/00580/536 dated 29-Sep-2020

The Government of Gujarat has allowed the following exemptions to factories registered under the Factories Act:
i. Maximum working hours for any adult worker in a factory shall be 12 hours a day and 72 hours a week
ii. Maximum period of work for adult worker in factory shall be 6 consecutive hours, followed by a minimum of half an hour interval of rest
iii. No female worker may work between 7pm and 6am
iv. Wages for new hours of work must be in proportion to to existing wages
The above allowances shall be effected from 20th July to 19th October, 2020.

Under Section 51, 54, 55, 56 - The Government of Gujarat has allowed the following exemptions to factories registered under the Factories Act:
i. Maximum working hours for any adult worker in a factory shall be 12 hours a day and 72 hours a week
ii. Maximum period of work for adult worker in factory shall be 6 consecutive hours, followed by a minimum of half an hour interval of rest
iii. No female worker may work between 7pm and 6am
iv. Wages for new hours of work must be in proportion to to existing wages
The above allowances shall be effected from 20th July to 19th October, 2020.
Notification GHR/2020/92/FAC/142020/346/M3 dated 20-Jul-2020

Through the Haryana amendment introduced into the Factories Act, the state has increased threshold limit for workers in factories from ten to twenty in factories aided by power; and from twenty to forty in factories without the aid of power. In addition, the overtime hours allowed for any worker in a quarter has been increased from 75 hours to 115 hours.

Under Section - Through the Haryana amendment introduced into the Factories Act, the state has increased threshold limit for workers in factories from ten to twenty in factories aided by power; and from twenty to forty in factories without the aid of power. In addition, the overtime hours allowed for any worker in a quarter has been increased from 75 hours to 115 hours.
Notification No. Leg.17/2020 dated 20-Jul-2020

Through the issuance of Himachal Pradesh Factories Ordinance 2020, the state government makes the following state amendments to the Principal Act:
i. Modification to the definition of factory - change number of men working from "ten" to "twenty" with aid of power; and number of men working from "twenty" to "forty" when working without aid of power
ii. Section 65 - overtime hours changed from "seventy five" to "one hundred and fifteen"
iii. Section 85 - changes to sub-section(1), clause (i) in context to number of workmen as mentioned above
iv. Insertion of Section 106(B) - "Compounding of offenses"

Under Section 2, 65, 85, 106B, - Through the issuance of Himachal Pradesh Factories Ordinance 2020, the state government makes the following state amendments to the Principal Act:
i. Modification to the definition of factory - change number of men working from "ten" to "twenty" with aid of power; and number of men working from "twenty" to "forty" when working without aid of power
ii. Section 65 - overtime hours changed from "seventy five" to "one hundred and fifteen"
iii. Section 85 - changes to sub-section(1), clause (i) in context to number of workmen as mentioned above
iv. Insertion of Section 106(B) - "Compounding of offenses"
Notification dated 9-Jul-2020

Under Section -
Notification dated 3-Jul-2020

The government of Gujarat has issued state amendments to the Factories Act,1948 through the Factories (Gujarat Amendment) Ordinance, 2020. According to this the limit for the number of employees has been increased from ten to twenty workers in factories aided by power; and from twenty or more to forty or more employees working in factories not aided by power.

Under Section - The government of Gujarat has issued state amendments to the Factories Act,1948 through the Factories (Gujarat Amendment) Ordinance, 2020. According to this the limit for the number of employees has been increased from ten to twenty workers in factories aided by power; and from twenty or more to forty or more employees working in factories not aided by power.
Notification no.06,2020 dated 3-Jul-2020

Under the latest ordinance issued by the government of Assam which makes state amendments to the Factories Act, it has been notified that:
i. The numbers "twenty" and "forty" have been substituted in place of "ten" and "twenty" as appearing in sub-clause (i) and (ii) of Section 2(m) respectively. These numbers make reference to the number of workers operating in factories with and without the aid of power; and
ii. The same changes have also been made in Section 85(l), clause (i) of the Principal Act.

The official notified gazette is available on the Assam e-gazette website.

Under Section 2(m), 85 - Under the latest ordinance issued by the government of Assam which makes state amendments to the Factories Act, it has been notified that:
i. The numbers "twenty" and "forty" have been substituted in place of "ten" and "twenty" as appearing in sub-clause (i) and (ii) of Section 2(m) respectively. These numbers make reference to the number of workers operating in factories with and without the aid of power; and
ii. The same changes have also been made in Section 85(l), clause (i) of the Principal Act.

The official notified gazette is available on the Assam e-gazette website.
Notification dated 30-Jun-2020

Through the latest amendment released by the government of Rajasthan, all previous notifications regarding exemptions and special concessions under Sections 51-54 have been cancelled. All factories in Rajasthan are expected to comply with the norms under the Factories Act.

Under Section - Through the latest amendment released by the government of Rajasthan, all previous notifications regarding exemptions and special concessions under Sections 51-54 have been cancelled. All factories in Rajasthan are expected to comply with the norms under the Factories Act.
Notification (15)/Legal/F and B/2020/3o/ dated 24-May-2020

Due to Covid-19 and the working constraints arising as a result, the government of Haryana has made the following provisions relating to sections 51,54 and 56 of the Factories Act, 1948. The provisions include:
a. A maximum of 12 hours of work for any worker on a given day, subject to conditions in sub-section (3) of Section 65 of the Factories Act, 1948
b. Overtime wages payable in accordance with section 59 of the Factories Act, 1948
c. Strict adherence to the sanitization and social distancing norms laid down by the government
The provisions will be applicable till 20th June, 2020

Under Section 51, 54, 56 - Due to Covid-19 and the working constraints arising as a result, the government of Haryana has made the following provisions relating to sections 51,54 and 56 of the Factories Act, 1948. The provisions include:
a. A maximum of 12 hours of work for any worker on a given day, subject to conditions in sub-section (3) of Section 65 of the Factories Act, 1948
b. Overtime wages payable in accordance with section 59 of the Factories Act, 1948
c. Strict adherence to the sanitization and social distancing norms laid down by the government
The provisions will be applicable till 20th June, 2020
Notification /17/2020-2Lab dated 29-Apr-2020

Under Section -
Notification dated 24-Apr-2020

A special exemption has been granted by the Madhya Pradesh government to all factories registered under the Factories Act for a period of 3 months. Exemptions have been allowed toward sections 51(weekly hours), 54(daily hours), 55(Intervals of rest) and 56(spread hours), in accordance with clause iii and iv of sub-clause (3)(a) of section 65. The stipulated conditions include:
a. A maximum of 12 working hours a day and 72 working hours a week for any adult worker in a factory
b. Working period for any adult worker in a factory to be no longer than six continuous hours with a rest interval of at least half an hour immediately after
c. Overtime to be paid in accordance with Section 59 of the Factories Act, 1948

Under Section 51, 54, 55, 56 - A special exemption has been granted by the Madhya Pradesh government to all factories registered under the Factories Act for a period of 3 months. Exemptions have been allowed toward sections 51(weekly hours), 54(daily hours), 55(Intervals of rest) and 56(spread hours), in accordance with clause iii and iv of sub-clause (3)(a) of section 65. The stipulated conditions include:
a. A maximum of 12 working hours a day and 72 working hours a week for any adult worker in a factory
b. Working period for any adult worker in a factory to be no longer than six continuous hours with a rest interval of at least half an hour immediately after
c. Overtime to be paid in accordance with Section 59 of the Factories Act, 1948
Notification 247-2020-A-XVI dated 24-Apr-2020

Considering the current scenario, the Government of Himachal Pradesh has announced certain exemptions for factories registered under the Factories Act, 1948. These will be applicable from 21st April to 20th July 2020. The exemptions include:
(a) A maximum working limit of 12 hours a day and 72 hours a week for any worker in the factory
(b) Working periods on any day not exceeding 6 continuous hours without rest interval of half an hour
(c) Wages for increased hours in proportion to existing minimum wages of Himachal Pradesh
Overtime wage provisions specified under Section 59 stands applicable without any changes.

Under Section 51, 54, 55, 56 - Considering the current scenario, the Government of Himachal Pradesh has announced certain exemptions for factories registered under the Factories Act, 1948. These will be applicable from 21st April to 20th July 2020. The exemptions include:
(a) A maximum working limit of 12 hours a day and 72 hours a week for any worker in the factory
(b) Working periods on any day not exceeding 6 continuous hours without rest interval of half an hour
(c) Wages for increased hours in proportion to existing minimum wages of Himachal Pradesh
Overtime wage provisions specified under Section 59 stands applicable without any changes.
Notification Shram(A)4-3/2017 dated 21-Apr-2020

In keeping with the current scenario, the Punjab Government has allowed certain flexibilities in the Factories Act, 1948 which will apply for the next three months. The provisions include:
(a) maximum working of 12 hours a day instead of 9 hours (section 54)
(b) Spread over of maximum 13 hours a day instead of 10.5 hours (section 56)
(c) Twice the rate of ordinary wages for workers as provided for overtime(section 59)
Measures for sanitization and social distancing must continue to be strictly followed.

Under Section 54, 56, 59, 65 - In keeping with the current scenario, the Punjab Government has allowed certain flexibilities in the Factories Act, 1948 which will apply for the next three months. The provisions include:
(a) maximum working of 12 hours a day instead of 9 hours (section 54)
(b) Spread over of maximum 13 hours a day instead of 10.5 hours (section 56)
(c) Twice the rate of ordinary wages for workers as provided for overtime(section 59)
Measures for sanitization and social distancing must continue to be strictly followed.
Notification 21/07/2015-5L/503 dated 20-Apr-2020

The following relaxations will be operational after 20th April, provided measures of social distancing and safety will be adopted. Provisions of the following sections of the Factories Act, 1948 will be exempted for all factories registered under the Act. Sections include 51(weekly hours), 54 (daily hours), 55 (interval for rest of adult workers), 56(Spread over hours with conditions).

Under Section - The following relaxations will be operational after 20th April, provided measures of social distancing and safety will be adopted. Provisions of the following sections of the Factories Act, 1948 will be exempted for all factories registered under the Act. Sections include 51(weekly hours), 54 (daily hours), 55 (interval for rest of adult workers), 56(Spread over hours with conditions).
Notification GHR/2020/56/FAC/142020/343/3 dated 17-Apr-2020

Extension granted by the government of Gujarat. Due dates for tests, examinations and inspections required to be carried out in factory premises under the various provisions of the Factories Act and rules, and the issuance of certificate has been relaxed to May 15, 2020

Under Section - Extension granted by the government of Gujarat. Due dates for tests, examinations and inspections required to be carried out in factory premises under the various provisions of the Factories Act and rules, and the issuance of certificate has been relaxed to May 15, 2020
Notification GHR/2020/53/FAC/142020/343/M3 dated 4-Apr-2020

Amendment to Karnataka Factory Rule 5(2), whereby licence may be granted or renewed for ten years or more, but not for over a period of 15 years on payment of specified fees.

Under Section - Amendment to Karnataka Factory Rule 5(2), whereby licence may be granted or renewed for ten years or more, but not for over a period of 15 years on payment of specified fees.
Notification LD 40 KABANI 2018 (p-3) dated 7-Mar-2020

Tripura Factory Act 1948 Section 112 of 63

Under Section 112-63 - Tripura Factory Act 1948 Section 112 of 63
Notification F7 121-FB AM/Vol.-II/2007/1841 dated 4-Dec-2019

Employment of Women at Factories.

Under Section 66(1) (b) - Employment of Women at Factories.
Notification D 61 KaBaSe 2015 dated 20-Nov-2019

The Government of Maharashtra hereby makes the rules to further amend the Maharashtra Factories Rules, 1963 .

Under Section 19 - The Government of Maharashtra hereby makes the rules to further amend the Maharashtra Factories Rules, 1963 .
Notification FAC-2019/C.R.157/Lab-4. dated 30-Sep-2019

In exercise of the powers conferred by section 112 of the Factories Act, 1948 the
Governor of Jharkhand makes the following amendment in the Jharkhand Factories Rules, 1950

Under Section 112 - In exercise of the powers conferred by section 112 of the Factories Act, 1948 the
Governor of Jharkhand makes the following amendment in the Jharkhand Factories Rules, 1950
Notification S.O-60 dated 24-Jun-2019

Permitting of women employees to work in the night shift between 7pm and 6am with adequate safety, security and transport

Under Section - Permitting of women employees to work in the night shift between 7pm and 6am with adequate safety, security and transport
Notification dated 28-Nov-2018

Declaration of holiday on 7th December 2018 for first phase of elections to be held

Under Section - Declaration of holiday on 7th December 2018 for first phase of elections to be held
Notification dated 30-Oct-2018

Under Section -
Notification dated 30-Oct-2018

Declaration of holiday on 7th December 2018 for first phase of elections

Under Section - Declaration of holiday on 7th December 2018 for first phase of elections
Notification dated 29-Oct-2018

Online facilities for Forms

Under Section 3, 29 - Online facilities for Forms
Notification GO Ms. No. 112 dated 14-Feb-2018

i. change in fees for licence
ii. extension of licence period renewal from 5 to 10 years
iii. applying for licence after commencement of manufacturing will attract additional fee @ 200 percent of annual fee
iv. for closure - notice along with treasury book or invoice of dues to be paid till date of closure, with declaration that no hazardous chemicals are on premises

Under Section - i. change in fees for licence
ii. extension of licence period renewal from 5 to 10 years
iii. applying for licence after commencement of manufacturing will attract additional fee @ 200 percent of annual fee
iv. for closure - notice along with treasury book or invoice of dues to be paid till date of closure, with declaration that no hazardous chemicals are on premises
Notification dated 4-Jan-2018

Maharashtra Amendment to the Factories Act - hours of overtime work for males relaxed, permission for women to work the night shift, eligibility to avail leave with pay. Also includes an added Schedule which lists compoundable offenses

Under Section 2, 65, 66, 79, 85, 92, 105 - Maharashtra Amendment to the Factories Act - hours of overtime work for males relaxed, permission for women to work the night shift, eligibility to avail leave with pay. Also includes an added Schedule which lists compoundable offenses
Notification dated 1-Dec-2015

Maharashtra Amendment to the Factories Act - hours of overtime work for males relaxed, permission for women to work the night shift, eligibility to avail leave with pay. Also includes an added Schedule which lists compoundable offenses

Under Section 2, 65, 66, 79, 85, 92, 105 - Maharashtra Amendment to the Factories Act - hours of overtime work for males relaxed, permission for women to work the night shift, eligibility to avail leave with pay. Also includes an added Schedule which lists compoundable offenses
Notification dated 1-Dec-2015

To Amend the Odisha Factories Rules, 1950, was published as required by Section 115 of The Factories Act,1948. In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 112 of the said Act.

Under Section 115, 112 - To Amend the Odisha Factories Rules, 1950, was published as required by Section 115 of The Factories Act,1948. In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 112 of the said Act.
Notification LL-II-FM/15/8729/LESI dated 23-Sep-2015

To Amend the Odisha Factories Rules, 1950, was published as required by Section 115 of The Factories Act,1948. In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 112 of the said Act.

Under Section 115, 112 - To Amend the Odisha Factories Rules, 1950, was published as required by Section 115 of The Factories Act,1948. In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 112 of the said Act.
Notification LL-II-FM/15/8729/LESI dated 23-Sep-2015

Establishment of Department of Inspectorate of Factories-

Under Section - Establishment of Department of Inspectorate of Factories-
Notification GO Ms. 94 dated 7-Mar-2013

Establishment of Department of Inspectorate of Factories-

Under Section - Establishment of Department of Inspectorate of Factories-
Notification GO Ms. 94 dated 7-Mar-2013

Revision in Andhra Pradesh Factory Licence Fee

Under Section 6 - Revision in Andhra Pradesh Factory Licence Fee
Notification G. O Rt. No.78 dated 17-Jan-2013

Revision in Andhra Pradesh Factory Licence Fee

Under Section 6 - Revision in Andhra Pradesh Factory Licence Fee
Notification G. O Rt. No.78 dated 17-Jan-2013

Maharashtra Factories (Amendment) Rules, 2012

Under Section 4,12,119,125, - Maharashtra Factories (Amendment) Rules, 2012
Notification No. FAC-2009/CR105/Labour 10 dated 3-Jan-2012

Maharashtra Factories (Amendment) Rules, 2012

Under Section 4,12,119,125, - Maharashtra Factories (Amendment) Rules, 2012
Notification No. FAC-2009/CR105/Labour 10 dated 3-Jan-2012

Maharashtra Factories Occupational Safety and Health Audit Rules

Under Section - Maharashtra Factories Occupational Safety and Health Audit Rules
Notification dated 30-Dec-2011

Maharashtra Factories Occupational Safety and Health Audit Rules

Under Section - Maharashtra Factories Occupational Safety and Health Audit Rules
Notification dated 30-Dec-2011

Proposed amendments in Factories Act

Under Section - Proposed amendments in Factories Act
Notification dated 6-Sep-2011

Proposed amendments in Factories Act

Under Section - Proposed amendments in Factories Act
Notification dated 6-Sep-2011

Amendments in Karnataka Factory Rules - Change in License Fees

Under Section 3,3A, 5, 8, 10, 15 - Amendments in Karnataka Factory Rules - Change in License Fees
Notification LD14 dated 6-Oct-2010

Amendments in Karnataka Factory Rules - Change in License Fees

Under Section 3,3A, 5, 8, 10, 15 - Amendments in Karnataka Factory Rules - Change in License Fees
Notification LD14 dated 6-Oct-2010