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India's new Labour Codes, implemented on November 21, 2025, permit a flexible 4-day workweek with 3 paid holidays, but it's not mandatory nationwide.​

Key Provisions
The codes cap weekly working hours at 48, allowing companies to schedule up to 12 hours per day over four days, including mandatory breaks. This totals the same hours as a traditional 5-day week but offers three consecutive days off if employers opt in. Overtime beyond 12 hours daily requires double wages, and one weekly rest day remains compulsory.​

Implementation Details
These rules stem from four consolidated codes replacing 29 older laws: Wages Code, Industrial Relations Code, Social Security Code, and Occupational Safety Code. Adoption depends on company agreement, targeting better work-life balance without reducing pay or total hours. The Labour Ministry clarified this via social media in December 2025, debunking myths of fixed shorter weeks.

Who qualifies for the 4 day workweek under the new labour codes

How will salary and overtime be calculated with 12 hour days

What industries are likely to adopt the 4 day schedule first

What are employer obligations for breaks and spread over time

How does the law affect night shift and safety rules