Calculate your F&F settlement amount

Per Code on Wages 2019: within 2 working days of last working day for termination/retrenchment; usually 30-45 days for resignation. Companies that delay are liable for interest + penalties.

File complaint with the Labour Commissioner. Approach the Industrial Tribunal if amount is significant. Section 22 of Industrial Disputes Act gives strong protection — employer pays + penalty.

Component-wise: unpaid salary and bonus are fully taxable. Leave encashment: tax-free up to ₹25L lifetime (private). Gratuity: tax-free up to ₹20L (Payment of Gratuity Act). TDS applies as in regular salary.

Yes — only what was contractually agreed: notice pay (if you didn't serve full notice), salary advances, unreturned assets (laptop, phone), training bond claims if applicable. Disputed deductions can be challenged.

Not payable in normal cases. Exceptions: death or permanent disablement — gratuity is payable regardless of tenure. Some companies offer ex-gratia in lieu of gratuity for senior exits.

No — earned leave must be encashed at the per-day rate (basic ÷ 30 × leave days). Sick leave usually lapses. Casual leave: check company policy.

Relieving letter, experience certificate, last salary slip, Form 16 (for the partial year), F&F statement, and EPF transfer/withdrawal Form 19/10C. Demand these in writing.

Yes — especially for disputed deductions (notice pay shortfall, recovery items). For genuine dues (gratuity, leave encashment), the law mandates payment — no negotiation needed.