Punjab Government Mandates Three Permissible Modes of Wage Payment in Factories and Establishments:

The Punjab Government has notified three permissible modes of wage payment for every establishment or factory under Section 15 of the Code on Wages, 2019.

Other Payment Methods Not Permitted

Saloni Kumari

Nov 12, 2026

Last update on Nov 12, 2026

The Government of Punjab, Department of Labour (Labour Branch), vide Notification No. Lab0MISC/193/2025-4L/593, dated October 30, 2026, has explicitly specified three modes of wage payment in every establishment or factory, i.e., cheque, direct credit into the employee's bank account and electronic mode. It has also been clarified that any modes other than these are not permissible as per the law.

The announcement has been made by the Government of Punjab in exercise of its powers granted under Section 15 of the Code on Wages, 2019.

Refer to the official notification for complete information.

🚨 IMPORTANT LABOUR LAW UPDATE - PUNJAB : The Punjab Government has made payment of wages through banking/electronic channels mandatory for every establishment and factory! Vide Notification dated 30 October 2026, issued under Section 15 of the Code on Wages, 2019, wages can now be paid ONLY through: 1. Cheque 2. Direct credit into the employee's bank account 3. Electronic mode Cash payment of wages is not permitted under this notification. Employers and businesses in Punjab should review their payroll processes and ensure compliance.
— November 11, 2026

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