Minimum Wage in Gujarat

State of India · Data verified 2026-01-01

Minimum wage

₹13,013 /mo

+ 181% vs India national rate #5 of 12 state Since 2025-10-01

With a population of 74.3 million, Gujarat is a state of India whose economy centers on petrochemicals and textiles. Its minimum wage of ₹13,013 per month is 181% above the national rate. Key economic outputs include petroleum products, gems and precious stones, chemicals.

• AT A GLANCE

Rank: #5 of 12; state
vs National: +181%; India floor
Annual (est.): ₹156,156; full-time, before tax
Change Since 2023: +14%; nominal wage

Wage Breakdown

Daily: ₹500.50
Monthly: ₹13,013 Based on 26 working days/month

Zone I rate (municipal corporations, municipalities, urban development authorities). Basic INR 452 + VDA INR 48.50/day for unskilled workers.

At this rate, a full-time worker earns approximately ₹156,156 /yr before tax. Whether that covers living costs depends on local prices. See India purchasing power context.