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Gratuity Calculator India

As per the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972. Includes eligibility check, accurate formula and tax treatment.

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Formula: Gratuity = (Basic + DA) × 15 × Years ÷ 26. ≥ 6 months counts as a full year.

Gratuity amount
₹1,84,615
For 8 years of service
Tax-free amount (up to ₹20L)₹1,84,615
Taxable amount₹0
Eligibility✅ Eligible
The rules

Understanding gratuity

Who is eligible?

Employees who complete 5 years of continuous service. Death or disability waives the 5-year requirement.

Tax treatment

Up to ₹20 lakh tax-free under Section 10(10). Amount above is taxed as salary.

When is it paid?

Within 30 days of last working day. Delayed payment attracts simple interest.

What counts as wage?

Last drawn Basic + Dearness Allowance. Excludes HRA, bonus, allowances.

Service period rounding

More than 6 months in the final year counts as a full year. Less than 6 months is ignored.

Forfeiture

Can be forfeited fully if dismissed for proven moral turpitude. Partially for damages to employer.

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Is gratuity taxable?+

Up to ₹20 lakh in a lifetime is tax-exempt for non-government employees under Section 10(10). Anything above is taxed as salary.

Do I get gratuity if I resign before 5 years?+

No—5 years of continuous service is mandatory, except in case of death or permanent disability.

What if my company has not registered for gratuity?+

The Payment of Gratuity Act applies to any establishment with 10+ employees. The employer is liable regardless of registration.

How is gratuity different from PF?+

PF is a monthly contribution by both employer and employee. Gratuity is paid entirely by employer at exit, after 5 years of service.

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