Under the new Labour Code, fixed-term contract employees who complete their contract term are explicitly entitled to gratuity — …

This guide explains who can claim gratuity, what the 5-year rule means in practice, when the 5-year rule is waived, and how …

Mar 23, 2026 · This article provides a detailed, layman-language explanation of Eligibility under the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 …

Aug 14, 2026 · For employees covered under the Gratuity Act, the minimum 5-year service requirement does not apply if the …

Nov 21, 2025 · The 5-year (or 1-year) minimum service requirement is completely waived in cases of death or permanent …

May 19, 2025 · The notion that gratuity eligibility requires a strict 5-year continuous service period is outdated and legally …

May 13, 2026 · Eligibility Conditions Employee must have completed at least 5 years of continuous service Gratuity is payable on: …

Complete guide to gratuity in India 2026: the 15/26 formula, ₹20L tax-free limit, new labour code changes, who qualifies, what …

Who qualifies: employees of an establishment with 10 or more employees, after 5 years of continuous service. The 5 year condition …

Jul 31, 2026 · The headline rule is familiar: an employee becomes entitled to gratuity after completing five years of continuous service …