Minimum wage in Karnataka
A skilled worker in Karnataka must be paid at least ₹28,286 a month in Basic + DA, effective 22-May-2026. Verified – current Basis: Zone 1 (Greater Bengaluru) – consolidated, 81 scheduled employments.
Minimum wage and lowest compliant CTC
| Category | Minimum wage (Basic + DA) | Lowest compliant CTC | Full-load CTC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unskilled | ₹23,377 | ₹26,182 | ₹29,640 | Price a CTC |
| Semi-skilled | ₹25,715 | ₹28,715 | ₹32,511 | Price a CTC |
| Skilled | ₹28,286 | ₹31,286 | ₹35,436 | Price a CTC |
| Highly Skilled | ₹31,115 | ₹34,115 | ₹38,656 | 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 Karnataka
Deducted from the employee's gross each month.
| Monthly gross above | Up to | Applies to | Tax a month |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹24,999 | No upper limit | All | ₹200 |
Labour welfare fund
Charged only in the months listed. Both shares are paid in that month.
| Month charged | Employee | Employer |
|---|---|---|
| December | ₹20 | ₹40 |
Leave and holidays
Used when you price leave and holiday cover into the monthly rate.
| Earned leave (minimum) | 18 days a year |
|---|---|
| Sick leave | 0 days |
| Casual leave | 12 days |
| National and festival holidays | 10 days used for costing 1. 5 days - 26th Jan, 15th Aug, 1st May, 2nd Oct and 1st Nov
2. 5 days - other holidays each of one whole day for such festivals in consultation with the employer and the employees |
| Working on a holiday | Double wages OR Comp off. |
| Source | Section 15 |
Questions about Karnataka
What is the minimum wage for a skilled worker in Karnataka?
₹28,286 a month (Basic + DA), effective 22-May-2026, for Zone 1 (Greater Bengaluru) – consolidated, 81 scheduled employments. Status: Verified – current.
What is the lowest legal CTC for a skilled worker in Karnataka?
On a lean costing basis, about ₹31,286 a month: the minimum wage plus employer PF and labour welfare fund. With leave, holidays, bonus, gratuity and EDLI priced in, about ₹35,436.
When does the minimum wage in Karnataka change?
Revision cycle: VDA yearly (1 Apr). Check the state labour department for a new notification after each cycle date.
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