Exclusive Live Workshop - Code on Wages: The 50% Rule Decoded: Avoid PF, ESI & Gratuity Mistakes Under New Labour Codes

Salary Structuring Under New Labour Codes
Master the 50% Wage Rule with Legal Clarity and Practical Application

Still structuring salaries based on “Basic + DA”?

You may be exposing your organization to compliance risks under the new wage definition.

In this workshop, you will learn how to:

• Apply the 50% wage rule correctly

• Design legally compliant salary structures

• Avoid common PF, ESI, and gratuity errors

• Balance compliance with cost efficiency

The Problem

Why Most Salary Structures Will Not Hold Under New Labour Codes

Despite widespread discussion, there is still significant confusion around:

• What constitutes “wages” legally

• Whether 50% applies to gross salary or total remuneration

• How exclusions should be treated and validated

• Impact on PF, ESI, gratuity, and bonus

The Reality

Many organizations are currently:

• Structuring salaries based on outdated understanding

• Misclassifying allowances

• Underestimating future compliance exposure

What This Workshop Solves

Clear, Practical Understanding — Not Theory

This session is designed to give you complete clarity with legal grounding and real examples.

You Will Learn

• Legal definition of “wages” explained in simple terms

• Step-by-step application of the 50% rule

• Difference between:

  • Pre-code vs post-code wage structures

  • PF wages, ESI wages, and unified wages

• How to structure salaries that are:

  • Compliant

  • Defensible

  • Scalable

• Identification of high-risk components in salary design

Workshop Agenda

Module 1: Understanding Wage Definitions

• Fragmented definitions (old laws) vs unified definition

Module 2: The 50% Rule Explained

• Legal framework

• Practical computation

• Common misinterpretations

Module 3: Impact on Key Components

• PF

• ESI

• Gratuity

• Bonus

Module 4: Salary Structuring – Practical Models

• Multiple salary levels

• With and without PF ceiling

• Realistic annexure-style examples

Module 5: Compliance Risks and Mistakes

• What to avoid

• What may be challenged in audits

Module 6: Live Q&A

• Real case discussions

Workshop Date & Time

Wed, 15th April 2026

08.00pm to 09.30pm.

Online - Live.

Who Should Attend

• HR Professionals

• Payroll Executives

• HR Managers and Business Partners

• Startup Founders and Finance Heads

• Professionals handling compensation design

What You Will Receive

• Salary Calculation Templates (Excel calculator)

• Component Classification Guide

• Participation Certificate

Pricing

Workshop Fee: ₹999

• Includes live session + Free Resources as mentioned above.

• Limited seats for interactive Q&A

About the Workshop

This workshop is designed for professionals who want clarity beyond theory.

The focus is on:

• Practical interpretation of law

• Real-world salary structuring

• Avoiding common compliance mistakes

Your Call

Do Not Wait for Compliance Issues to Surface

Understanding salary structuring under the new wage definition is no longer optional.

It directly impacts:

• Payroll accuracy

• Statutory compliance

• Long-term cost planning

Reserve Your Seat Now

Note:

• Post registration, you will receive a separate e-mail from my end on joining link.

Thank You,

Vishvas Yadav

HR Calcy.