OVERVIEW

The Code on Social Security, 2020 along with The Social Security (Central) Rules, 2026 is a comprehensive reference designed to provide a complete understanding of India's modern social security framework. Authored by Kharbanda & Kharbanda, this authoritative publication brings together the statutory provisions of the Social Security Code and the notified Central Rules in a single, practitioner-friendly volume.

The latest edition 2026 is an essential resource for legal professionals, HR practitioners, compliance officers, employers, labour law consultants, and law students in India seeking clarity on employee welfare and social security obligations. The book offers a structured presentation of the law, making it easier to understand implementation requirements under the new labour law regime.

Whether you are preparing for a judiciary exam, handling labour law compliance, or advising organizations on employment-related obligations, this guide serves as a reliable and practical reference for understanding India's evolving social security legislation.

KEY FEATURES

• Authored by Kharbanda & Kharbanda.
• Published by Law Publishing House.
• Covers the Code on Social Security, 2020 in full.
• Includes The Social Security (Central) Rules, 2026.
• Useful for labour law compliance and employment law practice.
• Consolidated reference for employers, HR teams, and legal professionals.
• Valuable for judiciary, labour law, and competitive examinations.
• Covers social security obligations and statutory compliance requirements.
• Suitable for academic study and professional reference.
• Hardbound format for durability and long-term professional use.

WHAT THIS BOOK COVERS

Code on Social Security, 2020

• Objectives and scope of the Code
• Applicability and coverage
• Definitions and interpretation provisions
• Employer and employee obligations

Employee Welfare & Benefits

• Provident Fund provisions
• Employee State Insurance (ESI)
• Gratuity provisions
• Maternity benefits
• Employee compensation framework

Social Security Schemes

• Social security for organized sector workers
• Gig workers and platform workers
• Unorganized workers
• Contract labour welfare measures

Compliance & Administration

• Registration requirements
• Record maintenance
• Reporting obligations
• Compliance procedures

Social Security (Central) Rules, 2026

• Notified Central Rules
• Forms and procedural requirements
• Administrative provisions
• Enforcement mechanisms

Labour Law Reforms

• Integration of previous social security laws
• New labour law framework
• Employer compliance obligations
• Transition to the new Code structure

Legal & Practical Reference

• Statutory provisions
• Compliance guidance
• Labour law interpretation
• Practical implementation framework

WHO SHOULD BUY

• Judiciary aspirants
• Law students India
• Labour law practitioners
• Advocates and legal consultants
• HR professionals
• Compliance officers
• Company Secretaries
• Industrial relations professionals
• Corporate legal departments
• Labour law researchers and academicians

WHY THIS BOOK IS VALUABLE

✅ Provides complete coverage of the Code on Social Security, 2020.

✅ Includes the latest Social Security (Central) Rules, 2026.

✅ Essential reference for labour law compliance and implementation.

✅ Useful for both academic learning and professional practice.

✅ Helps employers understand evolving social security obligations.

✅ Trusted publication for labour law professionals.

✅ Excellent resource for judiciary examinations and labour law studies.

PRODUCT DETAILS

BENEFITS

• Gain a thorough understanding of India's social security framework.
• Stay updated with the latest Central Rules and compliance requirements.
• Improve labour law advisory and compliance capabilities.
• Strengthen preparation for judiciary and labour law examinations.
• Understand employee welfare obligations under the new Labour Codes.
• Build expertise in employment and social security law.

CALL TO ACTION

Stay compliant with India's evolving labour law framework through this comprehensive Social Security Code reference. An indispensable resource for legal professionals, HR teams, compliance officers, and students seeking authoritative guidance on social security legislation. Order your copy today.