Minimum Wage in West Bengal

State of India · Data verified 2026-01-01

Minimum wage

₹10,374 /mo

+ 127% vs India national rate #11 of 12 state Since 2026-01-01

With a population of 100.6 million, West Bengal is a state of India whose economy centers on tea and agriculture and jute and textiles. Its minimum wage of ₹10,374 per month is 127% above the national rate. Key economic outputs include jute products, seafood, iron and steel.

• AT A GLANCE

Rank: #11 of 12; state
vs National: +127%; India floor
Annual (est.): ₹124,488; full-time, before tax
Change Since 2024: +15%; nominal wage

Wage Breakdown

Daily: ₹399
Monthly: ₹10,374 Based on 26 working days/month

Zone A rate (municipal corporations, municipalities, notified areas). Valid through 30 June 2026.

At this rate, a full-time worker earns approximately ₹124,488 /yr before tax. Whether that covers living costs depends on local prices. See India purchasing power context.