Minimum wage in Tamil Nadu
A skilled worker in Tamil Nadu must be paid at least ₹14,233 a month in Basic + DA, effective 01-Apr-2026. Derived / mapped – check Basis: Shops & Establishments, Zone A.
Minimum wage and lowest compliant CTC
| Category | Minimum wage (Basic + DA) | Lowest compliant CTC | Full-load CTC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unskilled | ₹14,044 | ₹16,186 | ₹19,119 | Price a CTC |
| Semi-skilled | ₹14,233 | ₹16,404 | ₹19,376 | Price a CTC |
| Skilled | ₹14,233 | ₹16,404 | ₹19,376 | Price a CTC |
| Highly Skilled | ₹14,743 | ₹16,992 | ₹20,071 | 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 Tamil Nadu
Deducted from the employee's gross each month.
| Monthly gross above | Up to | Applies to | Tax a month |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹3,500 | ₹5,000 | All | ₹23 |
| ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 | All | ₹53 |
| ₹7,500 | ₹10,000 | All | ₹115 |
| ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 | All | ₹171 |
| ₹12,500 | No upper limit | All | ₹208 |
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) | 12 days a year |
|---|---|
| Sick leave | 12 days |
| Casual leave | 12 days |
| National and festival holidays | 9 days used for costing 1. 4 days - 26th Jan, 15th Aug, 1st May and 2nd Oct
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 25 |
Questions about Tamil Nadu
What is the minimum wage for a skilled worker in Tamil Nadu?
₹14,233 a month (Basic + DA), effective 01-Apr-2026, for Shops & Establishments, Zone A. Status: Derived / mapped – check.
What is the lowest legal CTC for a skilled worker in Tamil Nadu?
On a lean costing basis, about ₹16,404 a month: the minimum wage plus employer PF, employer ESIC and labour welfare fund. With leave, holidays, bonus, gratuity and EDLI priced in, about ₹19,376.
When does the minimum wage in Tamil Nadu change?
Revision cycle: Apr. Check the state labour department for a new notification after each cycle date.
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