The Government of Andhra Pradesh on September 25th 2024 issued notification regarding the Revision of Minimum Wages in Andhra Pradesh for Shops and Commercial Establishments and Security Services
Overview of Minimum Wage Categories
The minimum wage framework is crucial for safeguarding the rights of workers and ensuring they receive fair compensation for their labor. The revised wages vary by employee category, location (zone), and the nature of work.
Minimum Wages for Shops and Commercial Establishments
The following table outlines the minimum wages for employees working in shops and commercial establishments:
| Category of Employee | Zone | Basic Per Month (₹) | VDA Per Month (₹) | Total Per Month (₹) |
| Manager/Sales Manager/Security Officer/Computer Programmer | I | 5557.00 | 8428.80 | 13985.80 |
| II | 5357.00 | 8428.80 | 13785.80 | |
| Kolagari/Weighman/Milk Vendor in Milk Booths | I | 3886.00 | 8428.80 | 12314.80 |
| II | 3757.00 | 8428.80 | 12185.80 | |
| Computer Operator | I | 3886.00 | 8428.80 | 12314.80 |
| II | 3757.00 | 8428.80 | 12185.80 | |
| Clerk/Accounts Assistant/Receptionist | I | 4102.00 | 8428.80 | 12530.80 |
| II | 3886.00 | 8428.80 | 12314.80 | |
| Bicycle Fitter/Helper | I | 3700.00 | 8428.80 | 12128.80 |
| II | 3370.00 | 8428.80 | 11798.80 | |
| Asst. Manager/Account Supervisor | I | 4722.00 | 8428.80 | 13150.80 |
| II | 4302.00 | 8428.80 | 12730.80 | |
| Hair Dresser/Hair Cutter/Beautician | I | 4520.00 | 8428.80 | 12948.80 |
| II | 4302.00 | 8428.80 | 12730.80 | |
| Security Guard | I | 3700.00 | 8428.80 | 12128.80 |
| II | 3370.00 | 8428.80 | 11798.80 |
Key Highlights for Shops and Commercial Establishments
- Managerial Roles: Employees in managerial positions earn the highest wages, reflecting their responsibilities. For example, a Manager in Zone I receives ₹13,985.80 monthly.
- Clerical and Assistant Roles: Clerks and assistants earn a total of ₹12,530.80 to ₹12,314.80, depending on their zone.
- Support Staff: Positions like Bicycle Fitters and Helpers have basic salaries starting from ₹3,370.00 in Zone II.
Minimum Wages for Security Services
The revised wages for security personnel are structured as follows:
| Category of Employee | Zone | Basic Per Month (₹) | VDA Per Month (₹) | Total Per Month (₹) |
| Security Supervisor | I | 7500.00 | 8428.80 | 15928.80 |
| II | 6500.00 | 8428.80 | 14928.80 | |
| Security Officer | I | 7500.00 | 8428.80 | 15928.80 |
| II | 6500.00 | 8428.80 | 14928.80 | |
| Field Officer | I | 7500.00 | 8428.80 | 15928.80 |
| II | 6500.00 | 8428.80 | 14928.80 | |
| Security Inspector | I | 7000.00 | 8428.80 | 15428.80 |
| II | 6000.00 | 8428.80 | 14428.80 | |
| Security Guards without Arms | I | 5000.00 | 8428.80 | 13428.80 |
| II | 4250.00 | 8428.80 | 12678.80 |
Key Highlights for Security Services
- Highly Skilled Positions: Security Supervisors and Officers in Zone I earn ₹15,928.80 monthly, making these some of the highest-paid positions in the security sector.
- Skilled Roles: Security Inspectors earn between ₹14,428.80 and ₹15,428.80, depending on their zone.
- Unskilled Positions: Security Guards without arms earn a minimum of ₹12,678.80 in Zone II.
Effective Date: 01 October 2024 to 31 March 2024
