What is the 2026 SC ruling on maternity leave for adoption?

In March 2026, the Supreme Court mandated 12 weeks of paid maternity leave for all adoptive mothers, removing the previous restriction that only applied to adopting children below 3 months of age.

How is maternity pay calculated under the new Labour Code?

Maternity benefit is calculated as the average daily wage (Gross Salary / 26) for the period of actual absence (typically 26 weeks).

Maternity & Paternity Financial Planner

Plan maternity leave income, delivery costs, and insurance gaps under the Code on Social Security 2020 and latest 2026 SC rulings.

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Quick Summary: Maternity & Paternity Financial Planner

Under the Code on Social Security 2020 and a March 2026 Supreme Court ruling, eligible mothers in India receive 26 weeks of paid leave, while all adoptive mothers (regardless of child age) now receive 12 weeks. This planner calculates leave pay, hospital costs vs insurance, and Section 80D tax benefits.

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