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Central acts — Factories Act, BOCW Act, OSH Code 2020, Mines Act — apply in Karnataka alongside these state-specific regulations. Browse central legislation →
State rules under the Factories Act for Karnataka, covering safety officers, health registers, canteens, crèches, and welfare facilities.
Governs fire safety, NOC requirements, and fire service operations for industrial and commercial premises in Karnataka.
Construction worker welfare, registration, and safety standards under the BOCW Act for Karnataka.
Regulates working conditions, safety, and welfare of employees in shops, commercial establishments, and IT companies in Karnataka.
Environmental compliance, consent procedures, and pollution control standards for industries in Karnataka.
Official SourceState rules notified on 27 January 2026 under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020. Covers factories, construction sites, and other establishments in Karnataka. All four Labour Code rules were notified in January 2026.
4 Labour Codes effective 21 Nov 2025. Karnataka has notified rules for 4/4 codes.
These central acts apply in Karnataka alongside state regulations: