The rules in brief
- Normal working day: 8 hours.
- Working week: 48 hours.
- Overtime: work beyond the normal hours must be paid at at least twice the normal wage rate.
- Longer shifts of 9.5 or 12 hours are possible only within the weekly cap, with additional paid days off.
The formula
Overtime pay = overtime hours × hourly wage × 2
If you are paid monthly, your employer works out the hourly rate from your wages as defined in your contract and the applicable rules. Ask HR how your hourly rate is calculated, because allowances may or may not be included.
Overtime pay chart
| Hourly wage | Overtime rate (2×) | Pay for 4 OT hours | Pay for 10 OT hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹100 | ₹200 | ₹800 | ₹2,000 |
| ₹150 | ₹300 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,000 |
| ₹200 | ₹400 | ₹1,600 | ₹4,000 |
| ₹300 | ₹600 | ₹2,400 | ₹6,000 |
| ₹500 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹10,000 |
Worked example
You earn ₹200 an hour and work 52 hours in a week. The first 48 hours are normal time; the extra 4 hours are overtime.
Normal pay: 48 × ₹200 = ₹9,600. Overtime pay: 4 × ₹200 × 2 = ₹1,600. Total for the week: ₹11,200.
State rules, your employment contract and your industry can add conditions, so treat this page as a general guide, not legal advice.
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What is the overtime rate in India?
At least twice the normal wage rate for hours worked beyond the normal limits.
How many working hours per week are allowed?
The labour codes keep the limit at 48 hours a week.
Sources
- Labour Codes: working hours and overtime explainer (Press Information Bureau, December 2025)
- New labour codes implemented effective 21 November 2025 (EY India tax alert)
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