Common Labour Department Notices in Bangalore – Full Compliance Guide
1. Shops & Establishment Act Compliance – Bangalore
The Karnataka Shops & Commercial Establishments Act is mandatory for all businesses operating in Bangalore. Notices are commonly issued for:
- Not registering under the Shops & Establishment Act Bangalore
- Non-renewal or expired Shops & Establishment Certificate
- Incorrect or missing employee details/business activity
- Not displaying the S&E registration certificate at the workplace
2. Minimum Wages Act Notices – Bangalore
The Labour Department issues notices when businesses fail to follow Karnataka Minimum Wages guidelines:
- Paying below the minimum wages fixed by Karnataka Government
- Not maintaining wage registers and salary records
- No proof of timely salary payment (bank statements, payslips, etc.)
- Unauthorised deductions from employee salaries
3. ESI (Employees State Insurance) Notices – Bangalore
Companies employing 10 or more employees often receive ESI-related notices such as:
- Not registering for ESI in Bangalore despite eligibility
- Non-filing of monthly ESI returns
- Under-reporting employees or not paying ESI contributions
- Employee details mismatch during inspections
4. EPF (Provident Fund) Notices – Bangalore
Businesses with 20+ employees receive PF/EPF compliance notices for:
- Not registering under EPF Act in Bangalore
- Delay or non-payment of PF contributions
- PF interest/penalty notices
- EPF verification and physical inspection calls
5. Professional Tax (PT) Notices – Bangalore
Although PT falls under the Commercial Taxes Department, notices are sometimes routed via Labour authorities:
- Non-payment of Professional Tax (PTEC/PTAX)
- Not filing PT monthly or annual returns
- Not deducting PT from employee salaries
6. Contract Labour (CLRA) Notices – Bangalore
Companies using contract workers may receive notices regarding:
- Working without a CLRA licence in Karnataka
- Not maintaining muster rolls, attendance, or wage registers
- Not providing ESI/PF benefits to contract workers
7. Employee Complaint & Harassment Notices – Bangalore Labour Office
These notices typically arise from employee grievances:
- Complaints about unpaid salary, illegal termination, or harassment
- Labour Officer asking for explanation or personal hearing
- Non-payment of overtime wages or earned leave
8. Workplace Safety & Welfare Violations – Bangalore
Labour Inspectors issue safety compliance notices for:
- No first-aid kits or safety equipment
- Poor workplace hygiene or sanitation
- Lack of drinking water or welfare facilities
9. Women & Child Labour Compliance Notices – Bangalore
Notices are issued for:
- Hiring minors or violating Child Labour laws
- Not forming a POSH Internal Committee for women employees
- Not displaying POSH policy or awareness guidelines
10. Inspection & Verification Notices – Bangalore Labour Department
These notices can be routine or triggered by complaints:
- Surprise inspections by Labour Inspector
- Follow-up notices after a previous inspection
- Document verification for statutory compliance