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Staffing · Sanand, Gujarat
Staffing and contract manpower agency in Sanand
Sanand has become one of India’s fastest-growing manufacturing hubs. TNSL supports plants here with skilled operators, helpers and technicians, backed by experience staffing a greenfield cable plant in the Ahmedabad–Sanand belt.
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- District
- Ahmedabad, Gujarat
- Industrial areas
- Sanand GIDC I and II, Changodar belt
- Key industries
- Cars, auto components, FMCG, cables, semiconductors
- Distance
- About 30 km west of Ahmedabad
The cluster
Gujarat’s automotive and electronics frontier.
Sanand’s rise began in 2010, when Tata Motors opened its Nano plant here after leaving Singur. Ford followed with its own car plant, now part of Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, and the GIDC estates filled with auto component makers, FMCG plants, cables and engineering companies.
The next wave is semiconductors, led by Micron Technology’s assembly and test facility, with more electronics investment following. For employers, Sanand means competing for skilled workers in a fast-growing market where many plants are still ramping up.
TNSL clients with operations in and around Sanand
Plants, sites and offices of companies TNSL works with.
- JBM GroupSanand
- KEI Wires & CablesGreenfield plant near Ahmedabad
- MothersonSanand and Kandla, Gujarat
- NestléSanand, Gujarat
- RICO AutoSanand and Halol, Gujarat
- Sekhani IndustriesSanand plant
Wage and compliance costs in Gujarat
As of October 2026. Rates are revised periodically; TNSL applies the rate in force on each payroll date.
Minimum wages (Scheduled Employment I, 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027)
Zone I
| Category | Per month (₹) | Per day (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Unskilled | 13,637 | 524.50 |
| Semi-skilled | 13,897 | 534.50 |
| Skilled | 14,209 | 546.50 |
Zone II
| Category | Per month (₹) | Per day (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Unskilled | 13,351 | 513.50 |
| Semi-skilled | 13,637 | 524.50 |
| Skilled | 13,897 | 534.50 |
Sanand’s zone depends on the local body covering your site; TNSL confirms whether Zone I or Zone II rates apply.
Daily rates include the special allowance of ₹72.50; monthly figures are 26 days of the daily rate. Source: Office of the Labour Commissioner, Gujarat.
Applies
Professional Tax
Employees earning ₹12,000 a month or more pay ₹200 a month; those earning less pay nothing. The employer deducts and deposits it.
Applies
Labour Welfare Fund
Employee ₹6 and employer ₹12, deducted twice a year (30 June and 31 December) for establishments with ten or more employees.
Applies
PF and ESI
EPF at 12% of PF wages from both employer and employee, and ESI at 3.25% (employer) and 0.75% (employee) for employees earning up to ₹21,000 a month. TNSL deposits both and shares the challans with you every month.
What TNSL handles for you in Sanand
One accountable partner from sourcing to the last statutory filing.
- 01Sourcing and screening
Workmen sourced through local field networks, ITIs and referrals, screened for skills, documents and fitness before deployment.
- 02Deployment and onboarding
Offer letters, induction, uniforms and safety gear, with on-ground TNSL staff at higher volumes.
- 03Payroll and statutory dues
Monthly wages at or above the notified rate, PF, ESI, Professional Tax and Labour Welfare Fund, with challans shared every month.
- 04Licences and audits
Contract labour licence, registers and returns kept audit-ready for the principal employer.
Case studies
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Questions employers ask about staffing in Sanand
How quickly can TNSL deploy contract workers in Sanand?
It depends on the numbers, skills and shifts. As a guide from our own work: for a greenfield cable plant near Ahmedabad we mobilised about 200 workmen in three months, and for an FMCG plant in Aligarh we deployed 125+ workers in 45 days. We agree a ramp-up plan with you before the first deployment.
What is the minimum wage for contract workers in Sanand?
In Gujarat, the minimum wage for an unskilled worker (Zone I) is ₹13,637 a month (₹524.50 a day), with higher rates for semi-skilled and skilled workers. The full table, with the effective date and source, is on this page.
Do Professional Tax and Labour Welfare Fund apply in Gujarat?
In Gujarat, Professional Tax applies and Labour Welfare Fund contributions apply. PF and ESI apply everywhere. TNSL deducts and deposits every applicable due and shares the challans with you each month.
Can you supply operators for a plant that is still ramping up?
Yes. We plan deployments in phases that match your commissioning and production schedule, and source experienced operators from other industrial towns when the local pool is thin.
As the principal employer, what is my liability for contract workers?
Under contract labour law, the principal employer must ensure contract workers are paid on time and that PF, ESI and other dues are deposited; if the contractor fails, the liability can fall on you. TNSL removes that risk by paying on time, depositing every due, and keeping licences, registers and challans audit-ready for your inspection.
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