
This introductory session provides a complete overview of the Labour Law Crash Course, including its objectives, structure, and practical relevance. Learners will understand how this course is designed to simplify complex labour laws through practical explanations, real-world insights, and compliance-oriented learning.
In this introductory session, meet your instructor, Mukesh Kumar — a legal educator, author, consultant, and law professional with over 10 years of experience in teaching, litigation, legal research, and consultancy. This video provides a brief overview of his academic background, professional journey, and vision behind creating this practical Labour Law Crash Course.
This session explores the historical development of labour laws in India and the socio-economic conditions that shaped them over time. Learners will also understand the growing need for labour law reforms in response to changing industrial practices, globalization, and modern workforce dynamics.
This session explains the structure and objectives of the new Labour Codes introduced in India and how they aim to simplify and consolidate existing labour laws. Learners will also understand the traditional compliance philosophy under old labour legislations and the shift toward a modern compliance framework.
This session discusses the evolving compliance philosophy under modern labour laws and the increasing emphasis on accountability and self-regulation by establishments. Learners will also understand the legal meaning of “Employer” under labour legislations and who can be held responsible for non-compliance.
This session explains who can be held legally liable under labour laws, including employers, directors, managers, contractors, and occupiers. Learners will also understand the applicability of various labour laws based on factors such as employee strength, nature of establishment, and type of business activity.
This session explains how the applicability of labour laws varies based on employee strength, nature of industry, and geographical location of the establishment. Learners will gain practical understanding of threshold limits, sector-specific compliance requirements, and state-wise applicability considerations under labour legislations.
This session distinguishes between ignorance of law and negligence in labour law compliance, and explains how both can lead to legal consequences for employers and management personnel. Learners will understand the importance of proactive compliance and the potential liabilities arising from non-compliance, oversight, or lack of awareness.
This summary session revisits the key concepts covered in Module 1, including labour law reforms, applicability, employer liability, and compliance philosophy. Learners will gain a consolidated understanding of the foundational principles necessary for effective labour law compliance and practical implementation.
This introductory session provides an overview of salary structure, payroll processes, and wage-related compliance under the Code on Wages, 2019. Learners will understand the practical importance of proper wage management, statutory compliance, and payroll administration in organizations.
This session explains the statutory framework governing wages in India and the key provisions of the Code on Wages, 2019. Learners will also understand the legal definition of “wages” and its significance in determining statutory benefits, deductions, and labour law compliance.
This session focuses on Basic Pay as a fundamental component of wages and explains its legal and practical significance in salary structuring. Learners will understand how Basic Pay impacts statutory compliances, employee benefits, and calculation of various labour law obligations.
This session explains the concept and purpose of Dearness Allowance and Retaining Allowance as important components of wages under labour laws. Learners will understand their role in employee compensation, statutory calculations, and wage-related compliance obligations.
This session discusses the excluded components of wages under the Code on Wages, 2019, and explains which allowances and benefits are kept outside the statutory definition of wages. Learners will understand the legal implications of wage exclusions and their impact on payroll structuring and labour law compliance.
This session provides a detailed understanding of bonus and other important wage-related components under labour laws and payroll practices. Learners will explore the legal provisions governing bonus payments, eligibility, calculations, and other related compensation elements relevant for compliance and salary structuring.
This video covers other occasional or conditional salary components that are excluded from the definition of wages under the Code on Wages. Understand how such payments are treated for payroll and compliance purposes.
Learn the concept of the 50% Rule under the Code on Wages with practical salary structure examples. This video explains how excess exclusions are added back to wages for compliance calculations.
Understand the difference between CTC, salary structure, and legal wages under the Labour Codes. This video explains how to design compliant salary structures while meeting statutory wage requirements.
Learn how to ensure compliance with minimum wage provisions under the Code on Wages. This video explains key employer obligations, wage calculations, and practical compliance checks.
This video explains permissible salary deductions and overtime provisions under the Labour Codes. Learn the legal limits, calculation methods, and key compliance requirements for employers.
Learn the rules relating to wage payment, full and final settlement, and maintenance of payroll records under the Labour Codes. This video covers important compliance requirements and employer responsibilities.
Understand how wages under the Labour Codes are linked with other statutory benefits such as PF, bonus, gratuity, and overtime. This video explains the impact of wage definitions on overall employee benefits and compliance.
This video introduces the concept of social security under the Labour Codes and explains why it is a high-risk compliance area for employers. It highlights key statutory obligations and potential financial and legal exposures.
Understand the statutory framework governing social security under the Labour Codes and the core objectives of compliance. This video explains the legal structure and the intent behind ensuring employee welfare and employer accountability.
This video provides a detailed overview of Provident Fund provisions under the Labour Codes. Learn key compliance requirements, contribution rules, and employer obligations in PF management.
This video explains how Provident Fund provisions apply to contract employees under the Labour Codes. It covers employer responsibilities, coverage rules, and compliance considerations for outsourced workforce arrangements.
This video provides a detailed understanding of ESI (ESIC) provisions under the Labour Codes. Learn coverage rules, contribution structure, and key compliance obligations for employers.
This video explains other statutory insurance benefits along with the basics of gratuity under the Labour Codes. It covers eligibility, employer obligations, and key compliance requirements.
This video introduces the fundamentals of gratuity under the Labour Codes. Learn eligibility criteria, calculation method, and employer responsibilities for gratuity payments.
This video explains employer applicability under PF provisions and the conditions where PF coverage may or may not apply. Learn key eligibility rules, exceptions, and compliance considerations under the Labour Codes.
This video explains employer applicability under gratuity provisions and the conditions that determine coverage under the Labour Codes. Learn key eligibility rules, thresholds, and compliance considerations for gratuity obligations.
This video explains employer applicability under ESIC provisions and the conditions that determine coverage under the Labour Codes. Learn eligibility thresholds, exemptions, and key compliance considerations for ESIC registration and contributions.
This video addresses common misconceptions around insurance coverage and contract labour under the Labour Codes. It clarifies what is legally required versus what is often misunderstood in practice.
This video examines situations where employers believe they have minimal or near-zero social security exposure. It provides a reality check on hidden liabilities and compliance risks under the Labour Codes.
This video explains the strategic implications of social security compliance under the Labour Codes. It highlights real-world outcomes for employers and the importance of aligning policies with legal requirements.
This video introduces the module on leave, holidays, working hours, and women employee protection under the Labour Codes. It explains why these areas are critical for compliance, workforce management, and employee welfare.
This video explains the statutory framework governing working hours, leave, holidays, and women employee protections under the Labour Codes. It provides an overview of the legal structure and key compliance provisions employers must follow.
This video explains the rules governing statutory holidays and the importance of maintaining proper leave records under the Labour Codes. It also covers employer responsibilities for accurate documentation and compliance.
This video explains the rules governing working hours, daily limits, and mandatory rest periods under the Labour Codes. It highlights key compliance requirements to ensure fair working conditions and avoid violations.
This video explains compliance requirements related to shift work arrangements, statutory displays, and workplace notices under the Labour Codes. It covers employer responsibilities for transparency, communication, and legal postings at the workplace.
This video explains the different types of statutory and organizational leaves under the Labour Codes. It covers eligibility, categorization, and key compliance considerations for managing employee leave policies.
This video explains key protections for women employees under the Labour Codes, including maternity benefits and workplace facilities. It covers eligibility, employer obligations, and compliance requirements to ensure a safe and supportive work environment.
This video explains the safeguards for women employees regarding night shifts and hazardous work under the Labour Codes. It covers legal restrictions, conditions for deployment, and employer compliance requirements.
This video explains workplace safety requirements for women employees and how they are linked with POSH compliance under the Labour Codes. It covers employer responsibilities to ensure a safe, harassment-free work environment.
This video summarises the key compliance requirements related to leave, holidays, working hours, and women employee protection under the Labour Codes. It highlights the essential action points employers must ensure for full legal compliance.
By the end of this module, learners will have a clear understanding of statutory requirements related to leave, holidays, working hours, and women employee protections under the Labour Codes. They will be able to design compliant workplace policies and ensure effective implementation of legal safeguards in day-to-day HR practices.
This video introduces POSH, workplace safety, and contract labour compliance under the Labour Codes. It explains why these areas are critical for legal compliance, risk management, and maintaining a safe and fair workplace.
This video explains the statutory framework governing POSH, workplace safety, and contract labour under the Labour Codes. It provides an overview of the key laws and compliance structure employers must follow.
This video explains the basics of the POSH Act, including key provisions and the role of the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC). It covers employer responsibilities in preventing and addressing workplace sexual harassment.
This video explains employer duties under POSH, including complaint handling, inquiry procedures, and reporting requirements. It also covers penalties for non-compliance and key legal consequences.
This video provides an overview of workplace safety provisions under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (OSH) Code. It explains employer obligations to ensure safe and healthy working environments.
This video explains practical safety measures under the OSH Code, including employee training, use of PPE, and maintaining safe working conditions. It highlights key employer responsibilities for accident prevention and compliance.
This video explains requirements for emergency preparedness and accident reporting under the OSH Code. It covers employer responsibilities for handling workplace emergencies and ensuring timely reporting and documentation of incidents.
This video explains the role of safety committees and mandatory welfare facilities under the OSH Code. It covers employer obligations to promote worker participation and ensure basic workplace welfare standards.
This video explains the key compliance requirements under the Contract Labour provisions of the Labour Codes. It covers licensing, registration, and employer responsibilities for engaging contract workers legally.
This video explains how POSH compliance extends to contract workers and the employer’s responsibilities in such cases. It also introduces a risk matrix to help identify and manage workplace harassment risks across different employment structures.
This video highlights the leadership perspective on POSH, workplace safety, and contract labour compliance under the Labour Codes. It summarises key learnings from the module and reinforces the importance of strong governance and proactive risk management.
This video introduces the Labour Law Reforms and explains their importance in reshaping compliance, applicability, and employer liability under the new Labour Codes. It sets the context for understanding how these reforms impact businesses and workforce management.
This video explains the statutory framework of Labour Law Reforms under the Labour Codes. It provides an overview of the key laws, structure, and regulatory approach governing applicability and compliance.
This video explains the Inspector-Cum-Facilitator system introduced under the Labour Codes. It highlights the shift from a purely inspection-based approach to a more advisory and compliance-supportive regulatory framework.
This video explains the key areas reviewed by inspectors-cum-facilitators under the Labour Codes. It covers core compliance focus areas such as wages, working conditions, safety, and statutory records.
This video explains how digital inspections and data-driven compliance monitoring work under the Labour Codes. It covers the growing role of online reporting, digital records, and data submissions in regulatory inspections.
This video explains how employers should handle statutory notices under the Labour Codes and respond effectively to inspections or queries. It covers practical strategies for documentation, timelines, and risk-managed responses.
This video explains penalties, prosecution mechanisms, and management liability under the Labour Codes. It highlights the legal consequences of non-compliance and the potential personal and organizational risks involved.
This video explains how government scrutiny works under the Labour Codes and the increasing focus on compliance enforcement. It highlights key risk areas that attract regulatory attention and inspection intensity.
This video explains how to develop and use an internal compliance checklist under the Labour Codes. It helps organizations systematically track obligations, reduce risks, and ensure ongoing legal compliance.
By the end of this module, learners will understand the scope, applicability, and enforcement mechanisms under the Labour Law Reforms and Labour Codes. They will be able to assess compliance exposure, respond effectively to inspections, and implement structured strategies to manage regulatory risk and liability.
Master India’s complete Labour Law framework with this comprehensive and practical course on the New Labour Codes 2026. Designed for HR professionals, managers, compliance officers, payroll executives, legal professionals, consultants, entrepreneurs, and students, this course provides in-depth knowledge of labour law compliance applicable to modern Indian workplaces.
The course covers all major Labour Codes and key employment laws, including the Code on Wages, Industrial Relations Code, Social Security Code, and Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions Code. Learners will gain practical understanding of salary structuring, CTC design, payroll compliance, PF, ESI, gratuity, bonus, minimum wages, contract labour regulations, POSH compliance, working hours, leave management, workplace safety, women employee protection, statutory documentation, inspections, audits, and employer liabilities.
Special focus is given to practical implementation, real workplace scenarios, compliance risks, penalties, and legal responsibilities of employers, directors, HR professionals, and managers. The course simplifies complex legal concepts into easy-to-understand explanations with practical examples and compliance-oriented insights.
By the end of this course, learners will be able to assess compliance applicability, identify statutory risk areas, manage labour law obligations confidently, and improve operational efficiency in HR, payroll, compliance, and legal functions. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced professional, this course will help you build practical, job-oriented expertise in Indian Labour Laws and the New Labour Codes 2026.