Calculate gratuity using the correct wages definition, not outdated Basic plus DA assumptions.
Gratuity Calculator: Compliance with New Labour Codes
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Date of Joining*: |
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Date of Exit*: |
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Gross Salary (P.M.)*: |
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Basic & DA (P.M.)*: |
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“Many older calculators still use Basic plus DA, which may understate gratuity under current rules.”
Use the calculator below to estimate gratuity payable based on wages, service period, and employee type.
This tool reflects updated labour code interpretations commonly followed in payroll practice.
How to use this calculator
- Select employee type: Permanent or Contract
- Enter Date of Joining and Date of Exit
- Enter Gross Salary per month
- Enter Basic plus DA per month
- Click Calculate to view eligibility and gratuity amount
The result panel will clearly show whether gratuity is payable and how the amount is derived.
What affects the results
Gratuity results depend on:
- Employee type (permanent or contract)
- Total period of continuous service
- Monthly wages derived from salary structure
- Eligibility thresholds based on service duration
- Applicable labour code interpretations in force
Any change in these inputs will directly impact eligibility and payable amount.
Calculation explanation (high-level only)
This calculator determines:
- Eligibility for gratuity based on service completion rules
- Applicable wages for gratuity calculation
- Gratuity amount using the statutory 15-days wages formula
The calculation follows the standard gratuity approach of:
Wages divided by 26, multiplied by 15, multiplied by completed years of service
Only completed years of service are considered for the final payout.
Assumptions and limitations
- Wages are derived as per the current wage definition used in labour codes
- Permanent employees require a minimum of 5 years of service
- Contract employee eligibility is evaluated separately based on service period and joining date
- This tool does not account for organisation-specific gratuity ceilings or internal policies
- Results are indicative and meant for estimation and planning
Always validate final payouts with your payroll team or legal advisor.
Who should use this calculator
This calculator is useful for:
- HR and payroll professionals validating gratuity payouts
- Employers planning gratuity liabilities
- Contract staffing and compliance teams
- Employees checking gratuity eligibility before exit
- Consultants advising on labour law compliance
Optional practice or download support
No downloads are required to use this calculator.
All calculations are performed instantly on screen for quick validation.
Trust and compliance note
This calculator is designed based on current labour code wage definitions and common payroll interpretations.
Labour regulations continue to evolve, and official notifications or judicial rulings may alter applicability in the future.
Users should treat this tool as a compliance-support utility, not a legal determination.