The Government of Uttar Pradesh has issued a notification revising the Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) and minimum wages for employees working in the hotel and restaurant industry, effective from 1st October 2025 to 31st March 2026.
This revision is made under the provisions of the Government Order No. 513/36-1-2016-1075 (ST)/85, dated 18 April 2016, which mandates half-yearly adjustments in wages based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Basis of Revision
The adjustment is calculated using the average Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the period January 2025 to June 2025, which stood at 414 points (base 2001 = 100), compared to 239 points in the base year.
Revised Minimum Wages for Hotels and Restaurants (w.e.f. 01.10.2025)
A. Dhabas, Small Hotels and Restaurants (Less than 10 Workers)
| Category | Basic Pay (₹) | VDA (₹) | Total Monthly Wage (₹) | Daily Wage (₹) |
| Unskilled | 6,350 | 4,649.58 | 10,999.58 | 423.06 |
| Semi-Skilled | 7,000 | 5,125.52 | 12,125.52 | 466.36 |
| Skilled | 7,840 | 5,740.58 | 13,580.58 | 522.33 |
| Highly Skilled | 8,975 | 6,571.65 | 15,546.65 | 597.94 |
B. Hotels and Restaurants (More than 10 Workers)
| Category | Basic Pay (₹) | VDA (₹) | Total Monthly Wage (₹) | Daily Wage (₹) |
| Unskilled | 6,730 | 4,927.82 | 11,657.82 | 448.37 |
| Semi-Skilled | 7,420 | 5,433.05 | 12,853.05 | 494.34 |
| Skilled | 8,310 | 6,084.72 | 14,394.72 | 553.64 |
| Highly Skilled | 8,975 | 6,571.65 | 15,546.65 | 597.94 |
C. Star Hotels and Other High-End Establishments
| Category | Basic Pay (₹) | VDA (₹) | Total Monthly Wage (₹) | Daily Wage (₹) |
| Unskilled | 8,080 | 5,520.92 | 13,600.92 | 502.34 |
| Semi-Skilled | 8,980 | 6,575.31 | 15,555.31 | 598.28 |
| Skilled | 10,640 | 7,790.79 | 18,430.79 | 708.87 |
| Highly Skilled | 12,565 | 9,200.31 | 21,765.31 | 837.12 |
Implementation Period
The revised wage structure will remain effective from October 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. After this period, wages will be reviewed again based on the next CPI average for July–December 2025, as per the state’s biannual revision system.
Key Highlights
✅ Effective Date: 1st October 2025
✅ Industries Covered: Hotels, restaurants, and dhabas of all sizes
✅ Revision Basis: Consumer Price Index increase (January–June 2025)
✅ Neutralization: 100% of CPI rise applied to basic wages
✅ Frequency: Revised every six months (April and October)
Conclusion
This wage revision reflects the Uttar Pradesh Government’s commitment to ensuring fair compensation in line with inflation and living costs. Employers in the hotel and restaurant sectors are advised to update payrolls accordingly and display the revised wage notice prominently at their establishments.