The Code on Wages (Andhra Pradesh) Rules, 2026
Rule 41. Procedure for filing appeal
Official text
(1) Any person aggrieved by an order passed by the authority under sub-section (2) of section 45 may prefer an appeal under sub-section (1) of section 49 in Form III electronically or by speed post, along with documents mentioned by the appellant in the said Form, to the appellate authority having jurisdiction:
Provided that no appeal by an employer shall be admitted unless at the time of preferring the appeal, the appellant has deposited the claim amount with the appellate authority.
(2) Where an appeal under sub-section (1) of section 49 is entertained, the appellate Authority shall serve upon the respondent electronically or by speed post, a notice in Form VIII-(B) to appear before them on the date specified in the notice and shall inform the appellant of the date so specified.
(3) In case where the employer or their representative fails to appear on the specified date, the authority may hear and determine the application ex-parte.
(4) In case where the applicant or their representative fails to appear on the specified date, the authority may dismiss the appeal.