Contents of the Social Security Code

The Code on Social Security, 2020

Section 28. All employees to be insured

In force since 21 Nov 2025Chapter IV — Employees State Insurance Corporation

Official text

(1) Subject to the provisions of this Code, every employee in an establishment to which this Chapter applies shall be insured in such manner whether electronically or otherwise, as may be prescribed by the Central Government.

(2) An employee whether insured or insurable under sub-section (1) in respect of whom contributions are or were payable and who is by reason thereof, entitled to any of the benefits provided under this Chapter, shall be called "Insured Person".

Source: The Code on Social Security, 2020, Act No. 36 of 2020 — Gazette of India, p. 29 of the PDF. Open our copy at p. 29 · official download · all sources

What the Labour Ministry says

  • “At present, Rs 21,000 per month wages notified for ESI coverage will be applicable.” FAQ 12, Additional FAQs, 16 Mar 2026: official copy · our copy

    This library has not found a notification of this figure under the Code.

This is the Ministry's explanation, not the law. Its FAQs and Handbook say the Codes prevail.

Commencement In force since 21 Nov 2025

Notification wording (1)
  • S.O. 5319(E), in force from 21 Nov 2025: “sections 17 to 141”