Govt. Notifies Social Security (Central) Rules 2026

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Social Security Central Rules 2026

Notification no. G.S.R. 344(E); Dated: 08.05.2026

The Central Government has notified the Social Security (Central) Rules, 2026, consolidating provisions under various labour law frameworks into a unified social security regime.

1. Reporting of Vacancies to Career Centres

All Public sector employers & Private sector employers are required to report vacancies to designated career centres within 90 days of notification

2. Exception to Vacancy Reporting

The requirement does not apply to vacancies where wages are below ₹11,000 per month

3. Recognition of Medical Practitioners for ESI

For purposes of the Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) framework, the Rules recognise:

  • Allopathic practitioners
  • AYUSH practitioners
  • Homoeopathic practitioners

As recognised medical practitioners under the Code

4. Interest on Delayed Payments

  • The Rules provide that 12% interest shall be payable on delayed payment of dues under the Code

5. Objective of the Rules

The Rules aim to:

  • Streamline and consolidate social security compliance mechanisms
  • Improve employment reporting and labour market data
  • Strengthen the enforcement of contribution and payment obligations

6. Conclusion

The Social Security (Central) Rules, 2026 establish a comprehensive framework for labour welfare and compliance, introducing structured reporting obligations, broader medical recognition under ESI, and stricter provisions for delayed payments.

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Taxmann Publications has a dedicated in-house Research & Editorial Team. This team consists of a team of Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, and Lawyers. This team works under the guidance and supervision of editor-in-chief Mr Rakesh Bhargava.

The Research and Editorial Team is responsible for developing reliable and accurate content for the readers. The team follows the six-sigma approach to achieve the benchmark of zero error in its publications and research platforms. The team ensures that the following publication guidelines are thoroughly followed while developing the content:

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