Labour Law

Labour Law Registration, Compliance & Legal Support in Karnataka

Simplifying Labour Law Obligations for Your Business in Karnataka

In Karnataka, various labour laws govern the relationship between employers and employees to ensure fair treatment, proper working conditions, social security benefits, and dispute resolution. At Tax Craft Services, we help businesses of all sizes with Labour Law Registrations, Monthly Compliances, Inspections, and Litigation Handling, so that you can focus on growing your business legally and ethically.

We specialize in labour law compliance for Karnataka-based businesses such as traders, factories, service providers, hospitals, contractors, educational institutions, and startups.

1. Labour Laws Applicable in Karnataka

Below are the major labour laws that businesses must comply with:

Key Labour Acts in Karnataka:

  • Karnataka Shops and Establishments Act, 1961 – Regulates working hours, holidays, wages.
  • Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act, 1970 – For 20+ contract workers.
  • Factories Act, 1948 – For manufacturing units using power.
  • The Minimum Wages Act, 1948 – Ensures wage floor by industry.
  • The Payment of Wages Act, 1936
  • The Payment of Bonus Act, 1965
  • The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972
  • The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
  • The Equal Remuneration Act, 1976
  • The Employee Compensation Act, 1923
2. Documents Required for Labour Law Registrations
  • PAN Card and Aadhaar of Employer
  • GST Certificate / Trade License / MSME / Factory License
  • Address Proof (Rent Agreement/Electricity Bill)
  • Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed
  • Salary Structure and Employee Details
  • Attendance & Wage Register
  • ID Proofs of Employees
  • Appointment Letters / HR Policies
3. Labour Law Compliance in Karnataka
A. Shops and Establishment Act Compliance:
  • Registration within 30 days
  • Renewal annually (in some cities)
  • Maintain records and nameboard in Kannada
B. Contract Labour Act Compliance:
  • Register Principal Employer & Contractor
  • Maintain muster rolls, wage sheets
  • Issue employment cards, file Form XXV
C. Other Labour Law Compliances:
  • Timely payment of wages
  • Bonus, gratuity, maternity leave
  • Minimum wages compliance
4. Penalties for Non-Compliance in Karnataka
Violation Penalty
Unregistered under applicable Acts ₹1,000 to ₹10,000 + daily fines
Working hours/holiday violations ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 per case
Non-payment of wages/bonus Fine + arrears + prosecution
No statutory registers ₹1,000 to ₹10,000
Disobeying inspector directions Prosecution or closure
5. Our Labour Law Services – Step-by-Step Support

We offer end-to-end compliance and legal support for all Labour Laws in Karnataka.

🛠️ A. Labour Registration:
  • Eligibility check & mapping
  • Shop & Establishment registration
  • Contract Labour registration
  • Factory License help
  • Labour officer liaison
B. Monthly/Annual Compliance:
  • Attendance, Wages, Bonus Registers
  • Minimum wage calculation
  • Timely filing of returns
  • Employee record maintenance
C. Legal Advisory & Litigation:
  • Reply to notices
  • Labour hearings and appeals
  • Dispute guidance
D. HR Policy Drafting:
  • Appointment letters, leave & salary policy
  • Gratuity, termination & safety policy
  • Employee grievance support
Who Needs Labour Law Compliance?
  • Retailers, Traders, Wholesalers
  • Restaurants, Hotels, Cafes
  • Schools, Colleges
  • Workshops, Factories
  • Hospitals, Labs
  • IT Startups, E-commerce
  • Contractors & Labour Agencies
Why Choose Tax Craft Services?
  • 25+ Years Expertise
  • Local Knowledge of Karnataka Laws
  • Affordable MSME Packages
  • Trilingual Support – Kannada/Hindi/English
Labour Law Made Simple

Stay protected and compliant with expert support.

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