This book is intended for the following audience:
• Legal Practitioners & Advocates – To guide case preparation, advisory work, and litigation strategy concerning employment exchanges and recruitment mandates
• Government Departments & Public Sector Units – For compliance officers and HR personnel in public sector undertakings, ensuring all procedural obligations under the Act and Rules are met
• Private Sector Establishments & HR Managers – To clarify the obligation of notifying vacancies and to avoid penalties by adhering to the prescribed rules
• Scholars & Students of Law – As a study aid for examinations and an insightful reference for research projects related to labour and employment law
• Libraries & Institutions – A reliable addition to legal collections for ready reference on Indian labour statutes
The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Employment ECNR Act [Act No. 31 of 1959] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:
• [Complete Bare Act Text] Presents the Employment Exchanges (Compulsory Notification of Vacancies) Act, 1959 and its Rules in a straightforward, unabridged format
• [Section Notes] Offers insightful, concise commentary after statutory sections, elucidating the scope and legislative intent, supported by key judicial rulings
• [Cross-referencing] The detailed Section Notes effectively cross-reference the relevant sub-rules, forms, and case law, aiding holistic understanding
• [Updated to 2025 Edition] Reflects recent legislative changes and includes updated references or clarifications pertinent to modern-day recruitment and compliance practices
• [Pre-amendment Provisions] Incorporates the text of provisions as they existed prior to the amendment in the respective amendment footnotes, enabling the reader to understand the legal position before the amendment and its applicability during the pre-amendment period
• [Easy Navigation] With a subject index and table of contents, readers can efficiently locate relevant sections or rules
• [Forms & Returns] Contains full text of Form ER I and Form ER II mandated under the Rules, clarifying compliance procedures for HR managers and employers
• [Emphasis on Compliance] Employers, especially in the private sector, receive clear guidance on the process and timeline for notifying vacancies, thus minimising the risk of statutory penalties
• [User-friendly Format] Ideal for quick reference in legal offices, HR departments, or government administrative wings, featuring a layout that highlights significant provisions and compliance steps
The structure of the book is as follows:
• Text of the Act with Section Notes – Each section of the principal legislation is presented with notes explaining legal context, scope, and examples of relevant judicial precedents
• Subject Index – A quick reference guide to pinpoint specific topics or key terms in the Act
• Rules – Presents the subordinate legislation, including rules that operationalise the Act, along with clarifications and forms essential for statutory compliance.
• Forms and Returns – Original text of Form ER I (Quarterly Return) and Form ER II (Biennial Return), indicating the data required from employers
• Appendix & Reference Materials – Include notifications, sample compliance checklists, and any transitional provisions or guidelines
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