Factories Act, 1948
- Overtime rate: Double the ordinary rate
- Maximum overtime: 50 hours per quarter
- Working hours: 9 hours/day, 48 hours/week
Minimum Wages Act, 1948
- Overtime must be paid at minimum 2x rate
- Applies to all scheduled employments
- State-specific rules may vary
Note: IT/ITeS sector employees are often exempt from overtime provisions. Check your employment contract and state labor laws.