Gratuity Claim Letter After Resignation

When and how to use this letter

Confirm your eligibility before writing: in most gratuity frameworks, you qualify after five years of continuous service with the same employer, though some schemes have different thresholds. Check your company's policy and the applicable law, since the rules and the calculation formula vary by jurisdiction. Send the claim by email to HR soon after your exit formalities are complete.

Provide the exact service dates and your last drawn salary, because gratuity is typically calculated from these two figures. If you had breaks in service, promotions, or transfers between group companies, mention them clearly so HR applies the correct continuous-service period. Ask for the calculation breakdown in writing, not just the final amount.

Processing can take several weeks since gratuity often requires finance approvals beyond routine payroll. One non-obvious tip: verify whether your years of service are rounded in your favor. Many gratuity rules round up a partial year beyond six months to a full year, which can meaningfully increase your payout, and payroll teams do not always apply this automatically.

Keep a copy of the gratuity calculation and payment advice with your permanent records. You may need them for tax filing or future reference. If you rejoin the same employer later, clarify in writing whether your earlier service counts toward a fresh gratuity period.

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