Social Security to Workers
Across India

1️⃣ Fixed-Term Employees (FTE)

• Equal benefits as permanent workers.
• Gratuity after 1 year instead of 5.
• Equal wages and leave entitlements.
• Reduces dependence on contract labour.

2️⃣ Gig & Platform Workers

• First-time legal recognition of gig and platform work.
• Aggregators must contribute 1–2% of annual turnover for their social security fund.
• Aadhaar-linked Universal Account Number for portable benefits across India.

3️⃣ Contract Workers

• Equal benefits as permanent employees.
• Eligible for gratuity after one year.
• Principal employer to ensure health and social security benefits.
• Free annual health check-ups.

4️⃣ Women Workers

• Equal pay for equal work.
• Night shift allowed with consent and safety.
• Women’s representation in grievance committees.
• Inclusion of parents-in-law in dependent family definition.

5️⃣ Youth Workers

• Mandatory appointment letters for all.
• Minimum wages and timely payment guaranteed.
• Payment during leave made compulsory.
• Floor wage ensures decent living standards.

6️⃣ MSME Workers

• All MSME employees covered under social security code.
• Canteen, rest area, and clean drinking water required at work sites.
• Double wages for overtime and paid leave ensured.
• Timely wage payment mandatory.

7️⃣ Beedi & Cigar Workers

• Minimum wages for all.
• Working hours capped at 8–12 per day, 48 per week.
• Double pay for overtime and consent-based extra work.
• Bonus after completing 30 days of work yearly.

8️⃣ Plantation Workers

• Codes apply to plantations with 10+ workers or 5+ hectares.
• Mandatory safety gear and training for chemical use.
• Full ESI medical coverage and education facilities for children.

9️⃣ Audio-Visual & Digital Media Workers

• Appointment letters with designation, pay, and benefits.
• Timely wage payments and consent-based overtime.
• Double pay for extra hours.
• Coverage for journalists, dubbing artists, and stunt persons.

🔟 Mine Workers

• Accidents during commute treated as work-related.
• Free annual health check-ups and 8–12 hour daily limits.
• National safety standards enforced across all mines.

11️⃣ Hazardous Industry Workers

• Free annual medical tests for all.
• Mandatory safety committees at sites.
• Women allowed in hazardous work with safety measures.
• National standards for chemical handling and protection.

12️⃣ Textile Workers

• Equal wages for all including migrants.
• Double pay for overtime and right to claim dues up to 3 years.
• Welfare and ration portability benefits.

13️⃣ IT & ITES Workers

• Salary must be paid by 7th of every month.
• Equal pay and protection against harassment.
• Women allowed in night shifts with proper safety.
• Mandatory appointment letters and social security coverage.

14️⃣ Dock Workers

• All workers receive formal recognition and appointment letters.
• Access to PF, pension, insurance, and annual health check-ups.
• Safe and hygienic facilities like first aid and restrooms required.

15️⃣ Export Sector Workers

• All fixed-term workers eligible for gratuity and PF.
• Annual leave after 180 days of work.
• Timely wages, no wage deductions, and double pay for overtime.
• Women allowed night shifts with consent, safe transport, and security.