A small reference library built from official sources opened for this release. Each page states what was verified, when it was checked, and where individual or state-specific facts may change the result.
Official rule summaries
- EPF Statutory Wage Ceiling: 2026 — EPFO's official FAQ records a ₹25,000 monthly wage ceiling from 17 September 2026, revised from ₹15,000; individual payroll application depends on the facts.
- Gratuity Wage Rules for Fixed-Term Workers — Official Ministry of Labour FAQs explain the gratuity wage definition, fixed-term eligibility, effective date, and why CTC alone is not enough.
- Leave Carry-Forward and Encashment Rules — The Ministry's March 2026 answers on worker leave carry-forward and encashment, with state-law limits noted.