Minimum wage in Goa
A skilled worker in Goa must be paid at least ₹17,602 a month in Basic + DA, effective 01-Apr-2026. Verified – current Basis: Zone A.
Minimum wage and lowest compliant CTC
| Category | Minimum wage (Basic + DA) | Lowest compliant CTC | Full-load CTC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unskilled | ₹14,586 | ₹16,811 | ₹19,904 | Price a CTC |
| Semi-skilled | ₹16,172 | ₹18,639 | ₹22,067 | Price a CTC |
| Skilled | ₹17,602 | ₹20,287 | ₹24,018 | Price a CTC |
| Highly Skilled | ₹17,602 | ₹20,287 | ₹24,018 | Price a CTC |
Lowest compliant CTC is the minimum wage plus employer PF, employer ESIC where wages (Basic + DA) are ₹21,000 or less, and labour welfare fund. Full-load CTC adds leave, holidays, bonus, gratuity and EDLI. Rates are monthly, on a 26-day basis. Checked 7 October 2026.
Professional tax in Goa
Deducted from the employee's gross each month.
No professional tax slab is on file for Goa, so the calculators charge ₹0. Confirm with the state commercial taxes or labour department.
Labour welfare fund
Charged only in the months listed. Both shares are paid in that month.
| Month charged | Employee | Employer |
|---|---|---|
| June | ₹60 | ₹180 |
| December | ₹60 | ₹180 |
Leave and holidays
Used when you price leave and holiday cover into the monthly rate.
| Earned leave (minimum) | 15 days a year |
|---|---|
| Sick leave | 6 days |
| Casual leave | 9 days |
| National and festival holidays | 7 days used for costing 1. 5 days - 26th Jan, 1st May, 15th Aug, 2nd Oct & 19th Dec
2. other 2 festival holidays |
| Working on a holiday | Double the Wages & Comp Off |
| Source | Section 23 |
Questions about Goa
What is the minimum wage for a skilled worker in Goa?
₹17,602 a month (Basic + DA), effective 01-Apr-2026, for Zone A. Status: Verified – current.
What is the lowest legal CTC for a skilled worker in Goa?
On a lean costing basis, about ₹20,287 a month: the minimum wage plus employer PF, employer ESIC and labour welfare fund. With leave, holidays, bonus, gratuity and EDLI priced in, about ₹24,018.
When does the minimum wage in Goa change?
Revision cycle: Apr / Oct. Check the state labour department for a new notification after each cycle date.
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