How to Download Official Chhattisgarh Government Gazette Notifications for the 2026 Labour Codes

The Government of Chhattisgarh has been notifying draft rules and amendments under the four new Labour Codes through official gazette publications since April 2026. Here is exactly how to access these official notifications.

Official Government Sources for Gazette Notifications

Primary Official Portal

The Chhattisgarh government’s primary digital gateway for labour-related notifications is the Shram Evam Rojgar Portal (shramevjayate.cg.gov.in) . This portal, maintained by the Labour Department, Government of Chhattisgarh, is the designated platform for accessing official communications, rules, and notifications related to labour law implementation in the state.

What you can find on the Shram Evam Rojgar Portal:

Official notifications and updates from the Labour Department
Registration and licensing services under various labour laws
Building and construction worker registration
Labour card download facilities
Welfare scheme information

Key Gazette Notifications Issued in 2026

The Chhattisgarh government has issued several important notifications regarding the new Labour Codes in 2026:

Notification	Date Issued	Key Details
Draft Code on Industrial Relations (Chhattisgarh) Rules, 2026	Published in Gazette April 13, 2026 (Notification No. RULE-503/4/2026-LABOUR)	Rules under Section 99(1) of Industrial Relations Code, 2020; 30-day objection window (closed May 13, 2026); introduces Work Committees, Grievance Redressal Committees, digital compliance, trade union registration reforms
Draft Code on Wages (Chhattisgarh) Rules, 2026	Notification No. RULE-503/4/2026-LABOUR	Draft rules under the Code on Wages, 2019
Chhattisgarh Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) (Amendment) Act, 2025	Gazetted July 8, 2026 (Chhattisgarh Act No. 11 of 2026)	Governor’s assent December 27, 2025; President’s assent June 29, 2026; came into force July 8, 2026; increases applicability threshold from 10 to 20 workers; permits women night shifts with safeguards; daily working hours increased to 10; overtime limit enhanced to 144 hours/quarter
Revised Minimum Wages and VDA	Notification No. Eight/N.W./L.C./2026/960 & 961, March 24, 2026	Effective April 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026; VDA increases for agricultural and industrial workers

Understanding the State Rule-Making Process

Labour is a concurrent subject under the Indian Constitution. While the Central Government has enacted the four Labour Codes, each state must frame its own rules for implementation. The Chhattisgarh government has been actively engaged in this process:

Draft Rules Issued: The Labour Department issued the Draft Industrial Relations (Chhattisgarh) Rules, 2026 on April 13, 2026, inviting objections and suggestions within 30 days
Finalisation Underway: A review meeting held in July 2026 confirmed that the state government is working to finalise the rules under all four codes
Wage Code Draft: The Majdoori Sanhita (Chhattisgarh) Rules-2026 final draft has been sent to the government for approval.

Key Provisions in Chhattisgarh’s 2026 Labour Regulations

Based on published notifications and draft rules, the following provisions are being implemented in Chhattisgarh:

Provision	Details
Work Committees	Mandatory in certain establishments; up to 20 members with equal or greater worker representation; quarterly meetings; adequate women representation
Grievance Redressal Committees	Mandatory for establishments with 20+ workers; maximum 10 members; equal representation; 3-year tenure
Trade Union Registration	Fully online; 30-day timeline for approval; minimum annual subscription ₹100-₹200
Negotiating Union Recognition	Formal recognition of Negotiating Union/Council with at least 30% membership; formalizes collective bargaining
Digital Compliance	Electronic filing of applications, grievances, notices; mandatory annual audits and returns for trade unions
Shops Amendment 2025	Applicability threshold increased to 20 workers; women permitted night shifts with safeguards; daily working hours increased to 10; overtime enhanced to 144 hours/quarter

How to Access Notifications

Visit the Official Portal: Navigate to shramevjayate.cg.gov.in
Check the Updates Section: Look for notifications, rules, and circulars published by the Labour Department
Search by Notification Number: Reference notification numbers such as RULE-503/4/2026-LABOUR (for Industrial Relations and Wage Rules)
Use the Portal’s Services Section: The portal offers direct access to registration, licensing, and status viewing services under various labour acts

Legal Status of Notifications

Notifications are legally binding once gazetted. The Industrial Relations (Chhattisgarh) Rules, 2026 were issued as a draft on April 13, 2026, with a 30-day objection window . The Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025 received President’s assent on June 29, 2026, and was enforced on July 8, 2026 . Stakeholders who missed the objection window may not have further opportunities to provide input on these rules.

Notifications are legally binding once gazetted; employers must access them via the official portal and align compliance accordingly.

DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational and informational purposes only, based on available Central and State notifications as of August 2026. It is not formal legal counsel. Please consult a qualified professional for advice tailored to your establishment’s specific operations.