Overtime disputes usually come down to nobody having done the math in front of the staff member at the time. Enter the hourly rate, regular hours, overtime hours and the applicable multiplier, and this calculator shows the full breakdown, regular pay, overtime pay and total, in one place.
Total shift pay = (hourly rate times regular hours) plus (hourly rate times the overtime multiplier times overtime hours).
| Hourly rate | 100 ₹ |
| Regular hours worked | 8 |
| Overtime hours worked | 2 |
| Overtime multiplier | 2 |
It depends on the applicable state Shops and Establishments Act or the Factories Act, which commonly mandates double pay for overtime hours beyond the standard daily/weekly limit. Some hospitality awards or company policies use 1.5x instead, check what applies to your establishment and location.
Typically 8-9 hours a day or 48 hours a week under most state regulations, though this varies by jurisdiction. Confirm the exact threshold for your state before relying on this for statutory compliance.
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