(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No.

Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No.Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022.

1. AGRICULTURE

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in respect of unskilled category of workers in the scheduled employment of
“Agriculture” may be revised with effect from 01-04-2022;

And whereas, as per provisions of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act, 1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Committee was
constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018-L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 of the Act ibid, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the unskilled workers working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment Rs.
350 per day or Rs. 10,500 per month w.e.f. 01-04-2022.

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult or
non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.
2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprentices Act, 1961(Act No. 52 of
1961).
3. Where any class of work is performed in piece work basis, the wages shall not be less
than the time rate prescribed for that category.
4. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the Scheduled
Tribes Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled will be as under:--

(i) Unskilled.- An unskilled employee is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational

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 environment is necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion
familiarity with variety of articles or goods.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.

No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022.
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

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(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

2. CONSTRUCTION OR MAINTENANCE OF ROADS OR BUILDING

OPERATIONS, STONE BREAKING & STONE CRUSHING.

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Construction or Maintenance of Roads or
Building Operations, Stone Breaking and Stone Crushing” may be revised in respect of
unskilled and other categories of workers with effect from 01-04-2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act, 1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Committee was
constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 of the Act ibid, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f. 01-04-
2022 as under:-

Category of Workers Revised Wages

Daily Monthly

1 2 3

UN-SKILLED WORKERS : Rupees Rupees

Bhisthi/Chimini Cleaner/ Chowkidar/ Distemperer Grade- 350 10500

II/Glazier/Helper for Plumber or Workshop/Rock Cutting
Labour/Stone Breaker/Stone Chiseler/Sweeper/Spray man for
Bitumen/Pipelinemen/Electrical Coolie/Security Guard/Beldar
/Cleaner-Tractor & Road Roller & concrete mixer/Majdoor /Survey
Boy/ Watchmen/ Tea boy/Peon/Dresser/ Oilmen/Greaser/ Mess
helpers/ Boy Helper (having experience of 0 to 5 years)/ Khalasi
(having experience of 0 to 3 years)/Bill Distributors/ Mucker/

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SEMI-SKILLED WORKER: Rupees Rupees

Carpenter Grade-II/ Mason Grade-II/ Sewer Man/Black Smith 371.77 11153

Grade-II/ Sanitary Fitter Grade-II/Painter/Melter Mate/Sprayman
Roads/ Craneman/ Badhani/Upholster /Fitter Attendant/Black
Smith/ (Boatman)/ Caneman/ Distempterer Grade-I/Fitter Grade-II/
Flour Polisher/Stone Dresser / Mali/ Well Sinker/ White Washer/
Work Shop Mechanic Grade-II/Turner Grade-II/Pipe Fitter
Grade-II/Brick Moulder/Assistant Fitter/ Assistant Fireman/
Assistant Welder/ Assistant turner/ Battery Charger/
Dresser(Qualified /Experienced)/Hammer Man /Cook/ Vulcaniser/
Nozzle Man/ Tunnel Man/ Alloy Trolley Operator/ Attendant
(Store Office) Mechanical Attendant/ Tunnel Jublliman/ Tunnel
Man / Helper ( having experience of 5 years and above ) Oil
Cleaner/Navgani/ Mate/Head Watchman/ Assistant Leveler/Khalasi
(having experience of 3 to 8 years)/stone Dresser/ Pump
Attendant/Auto Electrician Grade-II/ Gardner/ Gauge reader/ Asstt.
Lab Attendant/Auto electrician/Motor Mate/ Enquiry
Attendant/Telephone Attendant

Stone Dresser/Stone Breaker/Rock Stone Breaker/Stone

Crusher 1½ inch to 2 inch = Rs. 2074.95 per 100 cft 1 to 1¼
inch = Rs. 2314.48 per 100 cft.

SKILLED WORKERS : Rupees Rupees

Carpenter Grade-I/ Mason Grade-I/Black Smith / Sanitary Fitter 406.36 12191

Grade-I/ Upholster Grade-I/Astt. Pump Operator/ Pump Operator/
Pump Driver/ Chargeman Grade-II/Water Supply Fitter / Carpenter
Grade-II/ Compressor Operator/ Compressor Driver/ Darji or Tailor
Grade-I/ Darji or Tailor Grade-II/Crasher Driver/ Stone Dresser for
ornamental work/ Plumber Grade-I/ Pipe Fitter Grade-I/Auto
Driver/ Asstt. Mechanic/ Mixer Driver/ Mixer Operator/ Structural
Fitter Grade-II/ Workshop Fitter / Generator Operator/ Generator
Driver/ Plant Shop Fitter/ diesel Engine Fitter/ Trolley Line Fitter /
Crushing Plant Fitter/ Plant Fitter/ Jack Hammer Fitter/ Electrical
fitter/ Bunch Fitter/ Shaper/ Auto Fitter/ Pipe Line Fitter/
refrigerator Plant Fitter/ Tractor Operator/Shaft Minor/ Kochring
Operator/Dozer Operator/ Roclain Operator/ Scrapper Operator/
Loader operator/ Crane Operator/ Eucild operator/ Wagon Drill
Operator/ Boaring Operator/ SLD crane Operator/ Plant Operator/

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 Ice Plant Operator or Welder/ Gas Cutter/ turner/ Black Smith/ Tin
Smith/ Traction Battery Charger/ Line Man/ Telephone Operator/
Khalssi / Jamadar/ Winder/ Blaster Driller/ Winch Fitter /
Compounder/Painter /Miller /Climber/ Moulder/ Levellers/ Saw
Mill Cutter/Cable Jointer/Foreman Grade-II/Khalasi( 8 years to
above) /Tracer Operator/ E.M.E./Driver/Compressor/Rocker
Showel Operator/Snow Cutter Operator /Loco Operator/Driller
Mason for Glazed Type work/Work Mistry/Motor Mate / Tractor
Driver/Telephone mechanic/D.G. Set Operator/Workshop Foreman
Grade-II.

HIGHLY SKILLED Rupees Rupees

Carpenter for furniture only/Workshop Mechanic Grade- 483.17 14495

I/Chargeman Grade-I/Workshop Foreman Grade-I/Turner Grade-
I/Mechanic All Round Operator /Mason/Mistry and Carpenter
Mistry/Structural Fitter Grade-I/Surveyor/Draftsman / Assistant
Foreman/ Machinist / Compounder (Qualified)/Road Roller
Driver/Bulldozer Driver/ Wireman/ Auto Electrician/ Electrician/
Chemical Analyser.

Clerical and non Technical Supervisory Staff Rupees Rupees

Bituman Tyre Inspector/Road Inspector/Work Inspector/ Store 406.36 12191

Keeper/ Store Munshi/ Supervisor/Meter Reader/ Ledger Booking
Clerk/ Bill Clerk/ Irrigation Booking Clerk/ Patwari/ Complaint
Attendant/ Ferro Printer/ Driver (Jeep/Car/Tractor)/ Clerk/
Mechanical Inspector / Assistant Store Keeper/Accounts
Clerk/Stenographer.

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and
adult or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.
2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprentices Act, 1961(No. 52 of
1961).
3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.

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4. If any category of worker employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned
specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum
rates of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.
5. 20% increase will be admissible over and above the minimum rates of wages to the
workers working inside the tunnels.
6. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum rates of wages in
different categories of workers working in ‘Under Construction Hydro- Electric
Power Projects’ located in Non- Tribal Areas.
7. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the
Scheduled Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh. In case of workers working in the
Under Construction Hydro- Electric Power Projects’ in Tribal Areas, an additional
10% increase shall be applicable.
The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

(i)Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment
is necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with
variety of articles or goods.

(ii)Semi-skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined

routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment and skill but
for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where
important decisions are made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of
routine operations of limited scope.

(iii)Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising

considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He
must posses a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in
which he is employed.

(iv). Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working
efficiently and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.
By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.

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No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022
Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022.
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.
(Anil Kumar Katoch)
Under Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

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(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022.

3. PUBLIC MOTOR TRANSPORT

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the Scheduled employment of “Public Motor Transport” may be revised
in respect of un-skilled and other categories of workers with effect from 01-04-2022;

And whereas, as per provisions of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act, 1948(Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 of the Act ibid, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f. 01-04-
2022 as under:-

General Staff Unskilled Rs.350 per day, Rs. 10500 per month

(a) Peon, Chowkidar, Store Helper, Sweeper, porter and Daftri

(b) Workshop Staff (Unskilled)

(c) Workshop Mazdoor without having any experience

Semiskilled Rs. 363.08 per day, Rs.10892 per month

1. Asstt. Electrician
2. Asstt. Mechanic
3. Asstt. Fitter
4. Asstt. Black Smith
5. Asst. Carpenter
6. Asstt. Welder
7. Asstt. Turner
8. Asstt. Boaring Barman
9. Asstt. Machinist
10. Asstt. Cushion Maker
11. Asstt. Volcanisor
12. Asst. Painter
13. Asstt. Upholster
14. Asstt. Tyreman
15. Asstt.Sprayman
16. Asstt. Electrician Mechanic
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 17. Asstt. Retrader
18. Workshop Mazdoor having ITI Certificate or having 2 years of probation period who
has no ITI Diploma
19. Assistant Molders.

SKILLED:

Machanic, Fitter, Blacksmith, Carpenter, Welder, Boring wireman, Rs. 396.63 per day or Rs.
Machanist, Cusion Maker, Tinsmith, Volcanizer, Painter, Upholster, 11,899 per month.
Tyreman, Spray Painter, Electrician Machanic, Retreader, Moulder,
Turner, Workshop Mazdoor having ITI certificate or having 2 years of
probation period who has no ITI Diploma. The ITI certificate holder
who are working in the same trade.

HIGHLY SKILLED WORKSHOP STAFF:

Head Mechanic, Carborator/ Head Electrician/ Garrage Supervisor Rs. 439.89 per day or Rs.
13,197 per month.

GENERAL STAFF (CLERICAL) ETC.:

Group-A
Out Agent, Out Agency Clerk, Typist, Steno typist, Store-day Rs. 396.63 per day or Rs.
book Writer, Clerk, Assistant Cashier, Booking Clerk 11899 per month.
(Restorer), Ledger Keeper, Petrol Pump Attendant.
Group-B Rs. 416.97 per day or Rs.
Chief Inspector, Receptionist, Inspector, Checker, Stenographer 12509 per month.
A Grade, Station Supervisor, Assistant Store-Keeper A Grade,
Rs. 491.77 per day
Accountant, Cashier, Tyre Inspector.
Rs. 14,753 per month.
Group-C
Head Assistant, Head Clerk, Auditor, Head Cashier.

RUNNING STAFF Per Day Per month

1.Driver Rs. 444.50 Rs. 13,335
2.Conductor Rs. 405.64 Rs. 12,169
3.Cleaner-cum-Conductor Rs. 379.57 Rs. 11,387
4.Part-Time Booking Clerk Rs. 243.72 Rs. 7,312

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and
adult or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.
2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprentices Act, 1961(No. 52
of 1961)

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 3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.
4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned
specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum
rates of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.
5. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the
Scheduled Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

(i) Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the performance
of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent judgment or
previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is necessary. His
work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety of articles or
goods.

(ii)Semi-skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined routine
nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment and skill but for proper
discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important decisions
are made/taken by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations of
limited scope.

(iii)Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising

considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He must
possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in which he
is employed.

(iv)Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently and
supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022
Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022.
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)
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(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

4. SHOPS & COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENT

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the Scheduled employment of “Shops & commercial Establishments”
may be revised in respect of unskilled and other categories of workers with effect from 01-
04-2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act, 1948(Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 of the Act ibid, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f. 01-04-
2022 as under:-

Category of employees Where no benefit Where food, tea &

is provided combined
accommodation
provided

Un skilled Rupees Rupees

Helper/Shop Assistant/ Pelledar/ Chowkidar/ Peon/

Sweeper/ Masalchi/ Gateman/ Waterman/ Cleaner/ Rs. 350 Rs 324.47 Daily
Packer/ Mazdoor/ Lander/ Unlander/ Messanger/ Clock Daily
Room Attendant/ Porter/ Bhishit/ Beldar/ Fireman/
Pandi/ Posterman/ any other worker doing unskilled job. Rs. 9734 Monthly
Rs.10500 Monthly.

Semi-Skilled Rupees Rupees

Head porter, Pantryman/Coffee-Teamaker/ Chapatiman/ Rs. 369.93 Rs. 339.12 Daily

Assistant Baker/Gate Keeper (Cinema) / Asstt. Lineman Daily. Rs. 10174 Monthly
/ Assistant Operator/ Binder Assistant/ Bill Collector Rs. 11098
/Convesser / Cook/Assistant Halwai/Book Binder/ Monthly.

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Sticher/ Rulling-cutting/Auctioners /Mali/ Sewerman/
Hotel Guide/ Assistant Mistry/ Assistant Fitter/
Assistant Turner/ Assistant/Welder/ Assistant
Electrician/ Assistant/Salesman/ Assistant Barbar/
Dhobi/ Pressman/Boilerman/ Film Rewinder/ Waiter/
Bearer/ Assistant Radio Machanic/Painter/
WhiteWasher/Pakora and Chanamaker/Clerk (Non-
matric/ Assistant Store Keeper/ Distributor and Assistant
Machine man/ Enquiry Attendent/ Telephone Attendent/
ITI Certificate Holder.

Skilled: Rupees. Rupees.

Blacksmith/Tinsmith/Watchmaker/Radio Rs. 406.36 Rs. 373.51 Daily

Mechanic/Carpenter/Plumber/Driver/Assistant Daily.

Tailor/Cutter (Tailoring) /General mechanic/ Halwai/ Rs. 12191

Monthly. Rs. 11205 Monthly.
Cook/ Confectioner/Baker/ Steward/ Butler/ Fitter/
Draughtsman/TelephoneOperator/ Compounder /
Goldsmith./ Shoe Maker / Shawl-Carpet Weaving/
Compositor/Cinema Operator/ Salesmen/ Drycleaner/
Dyer /Barber/ Regular machine man/machinist/
Welder/Moulder/Cashier/ Clerk/ (Matric) Munim/
receptionist/ Waiter/ Bearer / Storekeeper/ headwaiter
/Head bearer (Western Style Hotels)/Lineman.ITI
certificate holder who are working in the same trade.

Highly Skilled Rupees. Rupees.

Store Keeper/ Clerks (Graduates) Accountant /Head Rs. 422.85 Rs. 391.38 daily
Cashier/ Head Cook/ Head Butler/Head Baker/ Head Daily.
Confectioner/Head mechanic/ Electrician/ Foreman/ Rs. 12686
Monthly Rs. 11741 Monthly
Supervisor/ Tailor/Cutter (Tailoring)

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NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult
or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprentices Act, 1961(No. 52 of

1961)

3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.

4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates
of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum of wages in Tribal
Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

(i) Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is
necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety
of articles or goods.
(ii) Semi-skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined
routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but
for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important
decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations
of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising
considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He must
possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in which he
is employed.

(iv) Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently
and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.

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No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022
Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022.
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

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(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022.

5. FORESTRY INDUSTRIES

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Forestry Industries” may be revised in
respect of unskilled and other categories of workers with effect from 01-04-2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act,1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-
04.2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Category of Workers Revised Minimum Wages

Daily Monthly

UNSKILLED WORKEPRS

1 Felling of trees: Rs. 350 Rs. 10500

1.Lopper (Changi) Rs. 369.93 Rs. 11098

2.Feller (Garani) Rs. 357.92 Rs. 10738

2 Logging and sawing including timber passing:

1.Dresser (Panchani) Rs. 357.92 Rs. 10738

2.Sawyer (Charani) Rs. 439.89 Rs. 13197

3.Blacksmith Rs. 413.02 Rs. 12391

3 Carriage, stacking and timber passing by manual labour:

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 1. Mazdoor for carriage Rs. 357.92 Rs. 10738

2. Mazdoor for loading and un loading of timber. Rs. 357.92 Rs. 10738

4 Carriage of timber by Aerial ropeways :

1.Span Mistry-cum-Supervisor Rs. 439.89 Rs. 13197

Rs. 413.02 Rs. 12391
2.Span Mistry

5 Carriage by water slide (pucci Nalli), dry slide (Pathru), Nullah Bhaan and Darya
Bahaan (River floting):

1. Mohri-wala Mistry Rs. 471.27 Rs. 14138

2. Taru Rs. 452.33 Rs. 13570

3. Asstt. Mistry/ Helper Mistry Rs. 422.85 Rs. 12686

4. Darya-man Rs. 452.33 Rs. 13570

5. Ghalu Rs. 384.72 Rs. 11542

6. Jamadar Rs. 384.72 Rs. 11542

6 Mechanised logging and timber extraction:

1.Surveyor Rs. 442.53 Rs. 13276

2.Ski-line Operator Rs. 413.02 Rs. 12391

3 Truck Driver Rs. 387.43 Rs. 11623

4. Compressor Driver Rs. 387.43 Rs. 11623

7 Clerical Staff:

1.Manager Rs. 509.43 Rs. 15283

2.Accountant Rs. 393.38 Rs. 11801

3.Munshi/ Typist clerk Rs. 357.92 Rs. 10738

8 Saw Mill Workers:

1.Band Saw Mistry Rs. 413.02 Rs. 12391

2.Supervisor Rs. 409.07 Rs. 12272

3.Head Mistry Rs. 413.02 Rs. 12391

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 4.Boiler Driver Rs. 413.02 Rs. 12391

5.Assistant Mistry Rs. 363.08 Rs. 10892

6.Planner Mistry Rs. 363.08 Rs. 10892

7.Helper Rs. 357.92 Rs. 10738

8.Cutter man Rs. 357.92 Rs. 10738

9 Katha Extraction:

1.Feller and Chipper Rs. 357.92 Rs. 10738

2. Katha Supervisor/Katha Processor Rs. 357.20 Rs. 10716

Highly Skilled

Boiler Attendant (Ist Class) Overseer, Head Foreman= Rs. 483 Daily. Rs. 14490 Monthly.

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult
or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(No.

52 of 1961)

3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.

4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates
of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum of wages in Tribal
Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as:-

(i) Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is
necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety
of articles or goods.
(ii) Semi-skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined
routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but
for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important
decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations
of limited scope.

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(iii) Skilled.- A skilled employee is one who is capable of working efficiently of
exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with
responsibility. He must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft
or industry in which he is employed.
(iv) Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently
and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers .
By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.

No.Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022.
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

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(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022.

6. CHEMICAL & CHEMICAL PRODUCTS

Whereas the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Chemical & Chemical Products” may be
revised in respect of unskilled and other categories of workers with effect from 01-04-2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act,1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-04-
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Category of Workers Revised minimum rates

Unskilled Rs. 350 Daily.

Rs. 10500 Monthly.
Semi Skilled

Assistant Electrician, Assistant Fitter, Assistant Turner, Assistant Rs. 360.92 Daily.
Welder, Assistant Moulder, Assistant Plant Operator, Assistant Rs. 10828 Monthly.
Blacksmith, Assistant Copraman, Re-irrigation, Assistant ,
Jamadar, Eastman, East cultivator, Switch Board Attendant,
Wireman, Postalman, Fireman, Oilman, Pumpman Grade-I,
Machine Levellor, Selector, Cutter-cum-Market seller, Empular,
Hageman, ITI Certificate Holder.

Skilled

Saltman, Electrician, Fitter, Copperman, Turner, Moulder, Rs. 406.36 Daily.

Blacksmith, Plant operator, Mason, Carpenter, Assistant Foreman, Rs. 12191 Monthly.
Head Jamadar, Boiler Attendant Grade-II, Workshop Foreman,
Electrician Foreman, Engine Driver, Draughtsman, Assistant
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Chemist, Machineman, Cashier/Clerk (Matriculate), Salesman,
Receptionist, Typist, Store-keeper I.T.I. certificate holder who are
working in the same trade.

Highly Skilled

Boiler Attendant (First-Class) Overseer, Head Foreman Rs. 483.17 Daily.

Rs. 14495 Monthly.

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult
or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.
2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprentices Act, 1961(No. 52 of
1961).
3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less
than the time rate prescribed for that category.
4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned
specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of
wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.
5. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum of wages in Tribal
Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as:-(i)

Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is
necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety
of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined
routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but
for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important
decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations
of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising
considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He must
possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in which he
is employed.

(IV). Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently
and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.

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No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022
Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022.
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

21
(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

7. ENGINEERING INDUSTRIES
Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Engineering Industries” may be revised in
respect of unskilled and other categories of workers with effect from 01-04-2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act,1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-04-
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Un-Skilled

Rs. 350 Daily or

Rs. 10500 Monthly.

Semi skilled

Taper Grade-III, Turner Grade-III, Driller Grade-III, Romer Grade-III, Rs. 360.92 Daily or
Shareman Grade-III, Machine man, Machinist/Operator Grade-III/ Bragar Rs. 10828 Monthly.
Grade-III, Head Spinning Winder/ Liner Grade-III, Press Operator Grade-III,
Spray Painter Grade-III, Transfer Fixer Grade-III, Assembler Grade-III,
Cobbler, Rubber Rosin Cutter, Tailor Grade-III,

Material Checker, Fitter Frame, Numbering man, Frame

Sender, Electroplater Grade-III, Mopper Grade-III, Grinder Grade-III,

Pickler, Polishman, Buferman, Head Mechanic, Operator Grade-III,
Thread/Roller Operator Grade-III, Book-screw Machine Operator Grade-III,
Feeder Grade-III, Dye Maker Grade-III, Welder Grade-III, Tin Smith Grade-
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III, Pipe Reader, Hammer man Grade-III, Electric Lineman Grade-III,
Voucher Inspector Grade-III, Lister Diesel Engine Driver Grade-III, Oilman.

Skilled

Taper Grade-II, Turner Grade-II, Driller Grade-II, Shaper Grade-II,

Shaperman Grade-II, Slaughterman Grade-II, Mechanist/ Operator/Brager
Grade-I1, Liner Grade-II, Spray Painter Grade-II, Transfer Mixer Grade-II,
Press Operator Grade-II, Assembler Grade-II, Tailor Grade-II, Electroplater
Rs. 406.36 Daily.
Grade-II, Moper Grade-II, Grinder Grade-II, Head Machine Operator-II,
Thread and Roller Machine Operator Grade-II, Book screw Machine Rs. 12191 Monthly
Operator Grade-II, Gold Draw Machine Operator Grade-II, Fitter Grade-II,
Carpenter/Pattern Maker Grade-II, Dye Maker Grade-II, Saister Grade-II,
Welder Grade-II, Tinsmith Grade-II, Hammerman Grade-II,Blacksmith
Grade-II, Tool Setter Grade-II, Electrical Lineman Grade-II, Electrician
Grade-II, Armature Winder and Coil winder Grade-II, Cable Jointer Grade-
II, Voucher Inspector Grade-II, Lister Diesel Engine Driver Grade-II,
Moulder Grade-II, Supervisor, ITI Certificate Holder who are working in the
same trade.

Highly Skilled
Turner Grade-I, Grinding Machine Operator Grade-I, Shaper man Grade-I, Rs. 483.17 Daily.
Slaughter man Grade-I, Miller Grade-I. Electroplater Grade-I, Gold Draw Rs. 14495 Monthly.
Machine Operator Grade-I, Fitter Grade-I, Carpenter/Pattern Maker Grade-I,
Dye maker Grade-I, Engraver Grade-I, Blacksmith Grade-I, Dye Setter

Grade-I, Tool Setter Grade-I, Electrician Grade-I,

Clerical Staff

Cashier (Matriculate) Clerk, Salesman, Typist Storekeeper Rs. 375.62 Daily.

Rs. 11269 Monthly.

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and
adult or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.
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 2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprentices Act, 1961(No. 52 of
1961)
3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.
4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned
specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates
of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.
5. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the Scheduled
Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

(i)Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the performance
of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent judgment or
previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is necessary. His
work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety of articles or
goods.
(ii)Semi –skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined routine
nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but for proper
discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important decisions
made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations of limited
scope.
(iii)Skilled: -- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising
considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He must
possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in which he
is employed.
(iv). Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently
and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.
By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022
Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022.
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File. .

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)
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(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

8. TEA PLANTATION

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Tea Plantation” may be revised in respect
of unskilled and other categories of workers with effect from 01-04-2022;

And whereas as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act,1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-04-
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Category of Workers Revised Minimum Wages

Field workers in Tea Plantation employed on plantation up Rs. 350 Daily or

rooting, spraying, manufacturing, shade lopping, hoeing, Rs. 10500 Monthly.
pruning weeding, plucking etc. known as unskilled workers
employed in the operation;

A-Grade Leaves -- If plucker plucks more than 12 kilogram of tea leaves he or she
will get Rs. 25.32 per kilogram extra as incentive.

B Grade Leaves If plucker plucks more than 13 kilogram of tea leaves he or she will
get Rs. 20.04 per kilogram extra as incentive.

C-Grade Leaves- If plucker plucks more than 16 kilogram of tea leaves he or she will
get Rs 14.94 per kilogram extra as incentive.

The piece rates workers employed for plucking will get Rs. 25.32 , Rs. 20.04 Rs. 14.94
per kilogram for A,B,C grade of tea leaves respectively.

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SEMI-SKILLED: Workers engaged in Tea Factory & Tea Plantations. Rs. 355.95 per day,
Rs. 10679 per month

FACTORY:

Include lift Mazdoor, withering Mazdoor, Rs. 350 daily

relling room workers, shifting Mazdoor, Rs. 10500 Monthly.

Fermenting room workers, tea boys,

sorters, tea makers, time keeper and carriers (jhalli)

PLANTATION:

Cleaners, Assistant Cleaner, Garden Assistant, Rs. 350 daily

Muharirs etc. who maintain records of a field work Rs. 10500 Monthly.

and also includes sweeper, Mali & Mate.

CLERICAL AND NON-TECHNICAL SUPERVISORY STAFF

OFFICE STAFF:

1. Accountant Rs. 535.02 Rs. 16051 per month plus free

accommodation

2. Clerks Rs. 406.36 Rs. 12191 per month plus free

accommodation

3. Munshi Rs. 425.92 Rs. 12778 per month plus free

benefits as admissible to clerk

4. Peon ,Chowkidar/Chaudhary Rs. 355.95 Rs. 10679 per month plus free benefit
as admissible.

Daily Monthly

5. Compounder Rs. 495.61 Rs. 14868

6. Driver (Jeep/ Car/ Tractor) Rs. 444.50 Rs. 13335

7. Mechanic , Rs. 499.60 Rs. 14988

8. Assistant Mechanic Rs. 442.53 Rs. 13276

9. Electrician-cum- Mechanic Grade-I Rs. 499.60 Rs. 14988

10.Electrician-cum- Mechanic Grade-II Rs. 442.53 Rs. 13276

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NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult
or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.
2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(No. 52
of 1961)
3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.
4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned
specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates
of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.
5. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the
Scheduled Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

(i)Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the performance
of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent judgment or
previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is necessary. His
work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety of articles or
goods.

(ii)Semi –skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined routine
nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but for proper
discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important decisions
made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations of limited
scope.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022
Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022.
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

27
(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-20229.
ESTABLISHMENTS WITH MANUFACTURING PROCESS AS DEFINED IN
CLAUSE (K) OF SECTION-2 0F FACTORIES ACT, 1948

Whereas the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Manufacturing Process as Defined in
Clause (K) of Section 2 of Factories Act, 1948” may be revised in respect of un skilled and
other categories of workers with effect from 01-04-2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act,1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-04-
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Un-skilled Workers Rs. 350 per day or Rs. 10500 per month

Semi-skilled Rs. 360.92 per day or Rs. 10828 per month

Skilled & clerical staff Rs. 406.36 perday. or Rs. 12191 per month

Highly-Skilled Rs. 483.17 perday or Rs. 14495 per month

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult
or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.
2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprentices Act, 1961(No. 52 of
1961)
3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.
4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned
specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates
of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.
5. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the Scheduled
Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

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 (i) Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is
necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with
variety of articles or goods.
(ii) Semi-skilled.- A semi skilled worker is one who does work generally defined routine
nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but for
proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important
decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations
of limited scope.
(iii) Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising
considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He
must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in
which he is employed.
(iv) Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working
efficiently and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022
Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022.
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.
.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

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(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)
GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH
DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022.

10. HOTEL AND RESTAURANTS

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Hotel and Restaurants” may be revised in
respect of un skilled and other categories of workers with effect from 01-04-2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act,1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-04-
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Category of Workers Revised Wages

Where no benefit is Where food, tea and

provided combined
accommodation
provided

1 2 3

UN-SKILLED: Rupees Rupees

Helper/ Chowkidar/ Peon/ Sweeper/ Rs. 350 Daily Rs. 324.47 Daily
Masalachi/ Gateman/ Waterman/
Messenger/ Clock Room Attendant/ Poter/
Rs. 10500 Monthly Rs. 9734 Monthly
Bhishti/ Beldar/Fireman/ Pandi/ Posterman/
any worker doing un-skilled job.

SEMI-SKILLED WORKER: Rupees Rupees

Pantryman /Coffee-Tea Maker/ Chapatiman Rs. 369.93 Daily Rs 340.11

/ Assistant Baker/Cook/ Assistant

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Halwai/Book Binder/ Sticher /Ruling
Cutting/ Auctioners /Mali /Hotel Guide Rs. 11098 Monthly Rs. 10203 Monthly.
/Assistant Mistry/ Assistant Fitter/
Sewerman/ Assistant Turner /Assistant

Welder/ Assistant Electrician/ Assistant

Salesman/ Assistant Barber/ Dhobi/
Pressman/Boilerman/Film Rewinder/ Water
Bearer /Assistant Radio Mechanic/ Painter/
White Washer/ Pakora and Chana
Maker/Clerk (Non-Matric)/ Assistant Store
Keeper/Distributor and Assistant
Machinman/ Enquiry Attendant/ Telephone
Attendant/ ITI certificate holder who are
working in the other trade.

SKILLED WORKERS : Rupees. Rupees.

Driver/Halwai/Cook/Confectioner/Baker/St Rs. 406.36 Daily Rs. 373.51 Daily

eward/Butler/Draughtsman/TelephoneOpera
tor/Receptionist/Waiter/Bearer/Store
Rs. 12191 Monthly. Rs. 11205 Monthly.
Keeper/Head Waiter/Head Bearer (Western
Style Hotel.) ITI certificate holder who
are working in the same trade.

Highly Skilled Rupees. Rupees.

Store Keeper/ Clerks (Graduates) Rs. 422.85 Daily Rs. 391.38

Accountant /Head Cashier/ Head Cook/
Head Butler/Head Baker/ Head
Rs. 12686 Monthly. Rs. 11741 Monthly.
Confectioner/Head mechanic/ Electrician/
Foremen/ Supervisor./ Tailor/Cutter
(Tailoring)

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult
or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprentices Act, 1961(No. 52 of

1961)

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 3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.
4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned
specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates
of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.
5. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the
Scheduled Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh.
The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

(i) Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational
environment is necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion
familiarity with variety of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined
routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but
for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important
decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations
of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising
considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He
must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in
which he is employed.

(iv). Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of workingefficiently
and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022
Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022.
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.
(Anil Kumar Katoch)
Under Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

32
(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022.

11. PRIVATE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTES

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Private Educational Institutes” may be
revised in respect of un skilled and other categories of workers with effect from 01-04-2022 ;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act,1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-04--
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Un-skilled Workers Rs. 350 per day or Rs. 10500 per month

Semi-skilled Rs. 369.93 per day or Rs. 11098 per month

Skilled Rs. 406.36 per day or Rs. 12191 per month

Highly skilled Rs. 422.85 per day or Rs 12686 per month

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult
or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.
2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprentices Act, 1961(No. 52 of
1961)
3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.
4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned
specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates
of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.
5. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the
Scheduled Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

(i) Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational
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 environment is necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion
familiarity with variety of articles or goods.
(ii) Semi-skilled.- A semi skilled worker is one who does work generally of defined
routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but
for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important
decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations
of limited scope.
(iii) Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising
considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He
must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in
which he is employed.
(iv) Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working
efficiently and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.
By order,

(R.D Dhiman)
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022
Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022.
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

34
(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022.

12. Hydro Power Projects

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Hydro Power Projects” may be revised in
respect of unskilled and other categories of workers may be fixed with effect from 01-04-
2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act,1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f 01-04-
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Category of Workers Minimum Wages

Daily Monthly

UN-SKILLED WORKERS : Rs. Rs.

Peon, Helper to Pump Operator, Helper to Concrete Pump 350 10500

Operator, Pump Attendant, Helper to JWR Crane Operator,
Helper to Plant Operator, Helper to Excavator Operator, Helper
to Concreting Plant Operator, Helper to Loader Operator, Helper
to TAMROCK Operator, Helper to Mechanic, Helper to Turner,
Helper to Electrician, Helper to Auto Electrician, Helper to
Welder, Helper to Fitter, Helper to Carpenter, Helper to Heavy
Motor Vehicle Driver, Helper to Khalasi, Compressor Attendant,
Generator Attendant, TM Attendant, Helper to Concrete Mixture
Plant Operator, Helper to Fireman, Helper to Stone Dresser,
Helper to Head Watchman, Helper to Laboratory Assistant,
Helper to Gauge Reader, Helper to Time Keeper, Helper to Diesel

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Generator Set Operator, Helper to Generator Operator, Helper to
Wireless Operator, Helper to Engine Fitter, Helper to Diesel
Engine Fitter, Helper to Pipe Fitter, Helper to Pujari, Cleaner-
cum-Beldar, Washerman, Washermaid, Office Boy, Clay
Cleaner, Helper Boomer, Helper to Automobile Fitter, Masalchi,
Air Conditioning Plant Helper, Helper to Supervisor, Mess
Helper, Sweeper.

SEMI-SKILLED WORKER:

Junior Pump Operator, Junior Concrete Pump Operator, Junior 371.77 11153
JWR Crane Operator, Junior Plant Operator, Junior Nozzleman,
Junior Excavator Operator, Junior Concreting Plant Operator,
Junior Loader Operator, Junior TAMROCK Operator, Junior
Mechanic, Junior Auto Electrician, Junior Welder, Junior Fitter,
Junior Tyre Fitter, Junior Painter, Junior Plumber, Junior Denter,
Junior Carpenter, Security Guard, Khalasi(3 Years Experience),
Junior Compressor Attendant, Generator Attendant, Locomotive
Attendant, Concrete Mixture Attendant, Assistant Fireman, Stone
Dresser, Laboratory Assistant, Gauge Reader, Time Keeper, Diesel
Generator Set Operator, Generator Operator , Wireless Operator,
Junior Diesel Engine Fitter, Junior Pipe Fitter, Telephone
Attendant, Assistant Surveyor, Office Attendant, Junior Oiler,
Junior Driller, Junior JCB Operator, Junior Scrapper, Pujari,
Assistant Storekeeper, Assistant Store Munshi, Complaint
Attendant, Junior Elctrician, Mali

SKILLED WORKERS :

Dozer Operator, Grader Operator, Loader Operator, Batching 406.36 12191

Plant Operator, Crushing Operator, Excavator Operator, CMT
Crane Operator, 26 Tonne Dumper Operator, Plant Operator,
Gantry Operator, JCB Operator, Locomotive Operator,
Tamrock/Jambo Operator, Mechanic, Turner, Welder, Driller,
Nozzleman, Fitter, Steel Fixer, Blacksmith, Blaster, Carpenter,
Auto Electrician, Painter, Denter, Mason, Plumber, Bar Binder,
Tyre Fitter, CMT Operator, AC Plant Operator, Merlo Operator,

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 Work Inspector, Supervisor, Camp-Incharge, Non Technical
Supervisor( Mining Blasting), Driver, Mobile Crane Operator,
Bacoh Operator, Hydro Crane Operator, Surveyor, Scrap
Operator, Bobcat Operator, Scoop Operator, Garroting Pump
Operator,Morter Binder, Data Entry Operator, Cashier,
Storekeeper, Accounts Clerk, Clerk, Computer Operator, Cook,
Khalasai(more than 5 years Experience) and Dhobi.

HIGHLY SKILLED
Senior Crane Operator, Senior Batching Plant Operator, Senior 483.17 14495
Trailer Operator, Senior Dumper Operator, Tunnel Boring Machine
Operator, Senior Plant Operator, Senior Heavy Earth Moving
Machine Operator, Senior Dozer Operator, Senior Loader Operator,
Senior CE Plant Operator, Senior Carpenter, Senior Mechanic,
Senior Driller, Senior Black Smith, Senior Electrician, Senior Bar
Binder, Senior Auto Electrician, Senior Fitter, Senior Tyre Fitter,
Senior Turner, Senior Welder, Senior Denter, Driver (Heavy
Transport Vehicle), Tower Crane Operator, Senior Welder X-Ray,
Cable Jointer, Senior Blaster, 40 Tonne Dumper Operator, Senior
Jumbo Operator, Foreman, Gunman, Senior A.C Plant Operator,
Workshop Mechanic, Compounder, Chemical Analyser, Laboratory
Assistant, Pharmacist, Nurse, Stenographer, Accountant, Khalasi
(Above 8 Years Experience).

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and
adult or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.
2. Wages of Apprentices are to be regulated under the Apprentices
Act, 1961(No. 52 of 1961)
3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.
4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not
mentioned specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the
minimum rates of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.
5. 20% increase will be admissible over and above the minimum rates of wages to
the workers working inside the tunnels.

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 6. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum rates of wages in
different categories of workers working in ‘Under Construction Hydro- Electric
Power Projects’ located in Non- Tribal Areas.
7. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the
Scheduled Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh. In case of workers working in the
Under Construction Hydro- Electric Power Projects’ in Tribal Areas an additional
10% increase shall be applicable.
Sample calculation of Minimum Rates of Wages is given as below:
Category of Minimum Admissibility of Total Wages Admissibility of 20% Total
Worker Rates of 25% increase in arrived at as Tunnel Allowance admissibili
Wages Under- per column over and above the ty of
Construction Hydro no. 3+4 Minimum Rates of Minimum
Electric Power Wages as per the Wages
Projects Located in column no. 5
Non-Tribal Areas

(per day) (per day) (per day) (per day)

(Rs.) (Rs.) (Rs.) (Rs.) (per day)
(Rs.)
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
(A) Unskilled 350 87.5 437.5 87.5 525
(B) Semi-Skilled 371.77 92.94 464.71 92.94 557.65
(C) Skilled 406.36 101.59 507.95 101.59 609.54
(D) Highly-Skilled 483.17 120.79 603.96 120.79 724.75

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

(i) Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no
independent judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the
occupational environment is necessary. His work may thus require in addition to
physical exertion familiarity with variety of articles or goods.
(ii) Semi-skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined
routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill
and but for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and
where important decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the
performance of routine operations of limited scope.
(iii) Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of
exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with
responsibility. He must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the
trade, craft or industry in which he is employed.
(iv) Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working
efficiently and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.

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No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022
Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022.
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

39
(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

13. PHARMACEUTICALS’ INDUSTRIES

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Pharmaceuticals’ Industries” may be
revised in respect of unskilled and other categories of workers may be fixed with effect from
01-04-2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act,1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-04-
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Category of Workers Minimum Wages

Daily Monthly

Unskilled Packing Helper, Machine Helper, Laboratory Helper, Rs. 350 Rs. 10500
Store Helper, House Keeping Helper, Peon.

Semi Skilled

Technician (D.Pharma), Fitter (ITI), Maintenance (ITI), PW- Rs. 360.92 Rs. 10828
Operator, Mali, Security Guard, Assistant Storekeeper,
Assistant Store Munshi, Complaint Attendant.

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Skilled

Officer (B.Pharma), Technical Supervisor (ITI Diploma, D Rs. 406.36 Rs. 12191
Pharma), Operator, Security Supervisor, Electrician,
Storekeeper, Accounts Clerk, Clerk, Computer Operator, Data
Entry Operator and Cashier.

Highly Skilled:- Sales Officer, Sales Executive, Sales Promotion Rs. 483.17 Rs. 14495
Employee, Medical and Sales Representatives, B.Pharma,
Accountant B.Sc. Chemist, M.Sc. Chemist and Stenographer.

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and
adult or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

2. Wages of Apprentices are to be regulated under the Apprentices Act,1961(No. 52 of

1961)

3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.

4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates
of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum of wages in Tribal
Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

(i) Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is
necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety
of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined
routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but
for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important
decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations
of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising
considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He must

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possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in which he
is employed.

(IV). Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently
and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.

No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.
.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

42
(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

14. Hospitals/Nursing Homes & Clinics

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Hospitals/Nursing Homes & Clinics” may
be revised in respect of unskilled and other categories of workers may be fixed with effect
from 01-04-2022

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act,1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-04-
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Category of employees Where no Where food, tea &

benefit is combined
provided accommodation
provided

Un skilled Rs. Rs.

Helper, Cleaner, Chowkidar, Watchman, Peon, Room Boy,

Office Boy and Masalchi. 350 Daily 324.47 Daily

10500 9734 Monthly

Monthly.

Semi-Skilled Rs. Rs.

Clinic Attendant, Assistant Laboratory Technician, Security369.93

Guard, 339.12 Daily.
Sweeper, Operation Theatre Assistant, Daily.
Assistant Storekeeper, Assistant Store Munshi, 11098
Monthly 10174 Monthly.
Complaint Attendant, Ward Boy and
Ward Attendant (0-3 Years Experience)

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Skilled: Rs. Rs.

Receptionist, Pharmacist, Compounder, Laboratory 406.36 373.51

Technician, X-Ray Technician, ANM, Trained Dai, Daily. Daily
Electrician, Radio Grapher, ECG Operator, X-Ray Dark
Room Assistant, Oven Operator, Oxygen Plant Operator, 12191 11205 Monthly.
Heating Plant Controller Assistant, Driver, CSSD Assistant, Monthly
Operation Theatre Technician, Eye Refractionist,
Storekeeper, Accounts Clerk, Clerk, Computer Operator, Data
Entry Operator, Cashier, Fitter, Plumber, Supervisor, Cook,
Dhobi, Ward Boy and Ward Attendant (above 3 years
experience)

Highly Skilled Rs. Rs.

Staff Nurse, Security Supervisor, Senior Electrician, 422.85 391.38

Senior Technician, Senior Radiographer, Senior Daily. Daily

Compounder. Accountant and Stenographer 12686 11741

Monthly Monthly.

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and
adult or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

2. Wages of Apprentices are to be regulated under the Apprentices Act,1961(No. 52 of

1961)

3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.

4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates
of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum of wages in Tribal
Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

(i) Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is
necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety
of articles or goods.
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(ii) Semi-skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined
routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but
for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important
decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine
operations of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising
considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He must
possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in which he
is employed.

(iv) Highly Skilled: -- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently
and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.

No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

45
(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)
GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH
DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

15. Domestic Workers

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Domestic Workers” may be revised in
respect of unskilled and other categories of workers may be fixed with effect from 01-04-
2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act, 1948(Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-04--
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Category of employees Where no benefit is Where food, tea &

provided combined
accommodation
provided

Un skilled Rs. Rs.

Helper, Aya, Cleaner, Masalchi, Watchman and 350 Daily 296 Daily.

Washer man 10500 Monthly. 8880 Monthly.

Semi-Skilled Rs Rs

Security Guard and Mali 369.93 Daily. 306.88 Daily,

11098 Monthly 9206 Monthly.

Skilled: Rs. Rs.

Cook and Driver 406.36 Daily. 326.92 Daily

12191 Monthly 9808 Monthly.

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 NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult
or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

2. Wages of Apprentices are to be regulated under the Apprentices Act,1961(No. 52 of

1961)

3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.

4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates
of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum of wages in Tribal
Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

(i) Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is
necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety
of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined
routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment and skill but for
proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important
decisions are made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine
operations of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising
considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He must
possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in which he
is employed.

(iv) Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently
and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.

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No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022
Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No.1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

48
(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022
16. Safai Karamchari Employment

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Safai Karamchari Employment” may be
revised in respect of unskilled and other categories of workers may be fixed with effect from
01-04-2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act, 1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-04-
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Category of Workers Minimum Wages

Daily Monthly

Unskilled:- Sweeper/Safai Karamchari, Beldar and Rs. 350 Rs. 10500

Cartman,

Semi Skilled

Work Supervisor, Sanitary Jamadar, Assistant Rs. 360.92 Rs. 10828

Storekeeper, Assistant Store Munshi and Complaint
Attendant.

Skilled

Driver,Mason,Plumber, Storekeeper,Accounts Clerk, Rs 406.36 Rs. 12191

Computer Operator, Data Entry Operator and Cashier.

Highly Skilled

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Jr. Engineer, Sanitary Inspector and Stenographer, Rs. 483.17 Rs. 14495

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult
or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

2. Wages of Apprentices are to be regulated under the Apprentices Act,1961(No. 52 of

1961)

3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.

4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates
of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum of wages in Tribal
Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

(i) Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is
necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety
of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined
routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but
for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important
decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations
of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising
considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He must
possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in which he
is employed.

(IV). Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently
and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.

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No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022
Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

51
(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022.

17. Security Services

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Security Services” may be revised in
respect of unskilled and other categories of workers may be fixed with effect from 01-04-
2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act, 1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30.03.2022

wherein increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-04-
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Un-Skilled Daily Monthly

Helper and Watchman Rs. 350 Rs. 10500

Semi skilled

Security Guard, Assistant Storekeeper, Assistant Store Rs. 360.92 Rs. 10828
Munshi and Complaint Attendant.

Skilled

Security Supervisor, Head Watchman, Storekeeper, Rs. 406.36 Rs. 12191

Accounts Clerk, Clerk, Computer Operator, Data Entry

Operator and Cashier.

Highly Skilled
Security Officer, Security Manager, Rs. 483.17 Rs. 14495

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Stenographer and Accountant.

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and
adult or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

2. Wages of Apprentices are to be regulated under the Apprentices Act,1961(No. 52 of

1961)

3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.

4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates
of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 20% increase will be admissible over and above the minimum rates of wages to the
workers working inside the tunnels.

6. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum rates of wages in
different categories of workers working in ‘Under Construction Hydro- Electric
Power Projects’ located in Non- Tribal Areas.

7. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the
Scheduled Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh. In case of workers working in the
Under Construction Hydro- Electric Power Projects’ in Tribal Areas an additional
10% increase shall be applicable.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

(i)Skilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the performance of
simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent judgment or previous
experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is necessary. His work
may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety of articles or goods.

(ii)Semi –skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined routine
nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but for proper
discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important decisions
made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations of limited
scope.

(iii)Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising

considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He must
possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in which he
is employed.

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(iv). Highly Skilled: -- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently
and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.

No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

54
(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022.

18. Temples and Religious Places/Dharamshalas

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Temples and Religious
Places/Dharamshalas” may be revised in respect of unskilled and other categories of
workers may be fixed with effect from 01-04-2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read
with section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act,1948 (Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages
Advisory Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018-L dated 30-
07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-04-
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Category of workers Where no benefit is Where food, tea &

provided combined
accommodation
provided

Un skilled Rs Rs

Peon, Masalchi, Office Boy and Beldar. 350 Daily 324.47 Daily

10500 Monthly 9734 Monthly.

Semi-Skilled Rs Rs

Chapatiman, Sweeper, Room boy, Junior Guest 369.93 Daily 339.12 Daily
Attendant, Temple Attendant, Bhog Room Attendant,
11098 Monthly 10174 Monthly
Hall Attendant, Sewadar, Security Guard, Mali,
Assistant Storekeeper, Assistant Store Munshi and
Complaint Attendant.

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Skilled: Rs. Rs.

Senior Guest Attendant, Receptionist, Pujari, Pandit, 406.36 Daily 373.51 Daily
Cook, Maulvi, Granthi, Padri, Storekeeper, Accounts 12191 Monthly 11205 Monthly
Clerk, Clerk, Computer Operator, Data Entry Operator
and Cashier.

Highly Skilled Rs. Rs.

Supervisor, Superintendent, Ragi, Bajantri, Bhajan 422.85 Daily. 391.38 daily

Singer, Stenographer, and Accountant. 12686 Monthly 11741 Monthly.

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and
adult or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

2. Wages of Apprentices are to be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(No. 52

of 1961)

3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be
less than the time rate prescribed for that category.

4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not

mentioned specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the
minimum rates of wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum of

wages in Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as:-

(i) Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is
necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety
of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally of defined
routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but
for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important
decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations
of limited scope.

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(iii) Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising
considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He must
possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in which he
is employed.

(iv) Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently
and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.

No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

57
(Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II
dated _____ as required under clause (3) of article 348 of the Constitution of India.)

GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT

NOTIFICATION
No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022.

19. Workers Working in Toll Tax Barriers

Whereas, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the opinion that the minimum
rates of wages in the scheduled employment of “Workers Working in Toll Tax Barriers”
may be revised in respect of unskilled and other categories of workers may be fixed with
effect from 01-04-2022;

And whereas, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 of

the Minimum Wages Act, 1948(Act No 11 of 1948), a Minimum Wages Advisory
Committee was constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A) 4-2/2018- L dated 30-07-2020;

And whereas, a meeting of the said Committee was held on 30-03-2022

wherein increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19
scheduled employments were approved and recommednded w.e.f. 01-04-2022;

Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the said Act, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum
wages of the workers working in the above mentioned scheduled employment w.e.f 01-04-
2022 as per recommendations of the said Committee as under:-

Minimum Wages
Daily Monthly
Un-skilled Workers :-

Peon, Office Boy and Masalchi. Rs. 350 Rs. 10500

Semi-skilled:-

Helper Cook, Cash Collector, Assistant Rs. 360.92 per day or

Storekeeper, Assistant Store Munshi, Security
Guard and Complaint Attendant. Rs. 10828 per month

Skilled:-

Electrician, Storekeeper, Accounts Clerk, Rs. 406.36 per day or

Clerk, Computer Operator, Data Entry
Operator and Cashier. Rs. 12191 per month

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Highly-Skilled:-

Supervisor, Superintendent, Stenographer Rs. 483.17 per day or

and Accountant.
Rs. 14495 per month

NOTE:-

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult or
non adult for the same and similar nature of work.

2. Wages of Apprentices are to be regulated under the Apprentices

Act, 1961(No. 52 of 1961).

3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less
than the time rate prescribed for that category.

4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of
wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the Scheduled
Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled worker will be as under:-

(i) Unskilled.- An unskilled worker is one who does operations that involve the
performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent
judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is
necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with
variety of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.- A semiskilled worker is one who does work generally defined routine
nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but for
proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important
decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations
of limited scope.

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 (iii) Skilled.- A skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently of exercising
considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He
must posses a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in
which he is employed.

(iv) Highly Skilled.- A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working
efficiently and supervises efficiently the work of skilled workers.

By order,

R.D Dhiman
Additional Chief Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh.

No. Shram(A)4-2/2018-P-II Dated Shimla-2, the 25-05-2022

Copy for information and necessary action to:-
1. All the Administrative Secretaries to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla.
2. The Addl. LR-cum-Addl. Secretary (Law) to the Govt. of H.P. Shimla-2.
3. The Principal Private Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, H.P.
4. The Sr. Private Secretary to Hon’ble Labour & Employment Minister H.P
5. The Sr. Special Private Secretary to Chief Secretary to Govt. of H.P.
6. The Director, Labour Bureau, GOI, Shimla-171004, H.P.
7. All the Head of Departments, Himachal Pradesh.
8. The Labour Commissioner-Cum-Director of Employment, H.P., Shimla-171001 w.r.t his
letter No. 1-16/78(Lab)M.W./8/07 dated 21-04-2022
9. All the Deputy Commissioners, Himachal Pradesh.
10. Guard File.

(Anil Kumar Katoch)

Under Secretary (Lab.&Emp.) to the
Government of Himachal Pradesh
(Ph.No.0177-2880551)

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