Labour Welfare Fund in Chandigarh
Chandigarh levies the Labour Welfare Fund under the Chandigarh Labour Welfare Fund Act (enforced by the Chandigarh Labour Department, 2014). Here's the full contribution breakdown, due dates, registration process, and exemptions.
Updated: 01 August 2026Chandigarh LWF Contribution Rates
| Contributor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Employee | ₹5/month |
| Employer | ₹20/month |
* Periodicity: monthly. Rates are set by the Chandigarh Labour Welfare Board and revised periodically. Always verify against the official state notification before filing.
Applicability, Due Dates & Registration
Governing Act
Chandigarh Labour Welfare Fund Act (enforced by the Chandigarh Labour Department, 2014)
Who It Applies To
Factories, motor transport undertakings, plantations, and workshops meeting the establishment's minimum workforce requirement.
Due Date
Deduction by the last day of each month; returns filed by 15 October and 15 April.
Registration
Employers register online via the Chandigarh Labour Department website, submitting company registration details, establishment address proof, employee particulars, and PAN/Aadhaar of the applicant or company; a registration certificate is issued on approval.
Chandigarh is one of only three LWF jurisdictions (with Haryana and Punjab) that collects contributions monthly rather than half-yearly or annually.
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