A Complete Compliance Guide for Employers Based on India's Four Labour Codes (2019–2020) KEY TAKEAWAY Applicable to all Establishment, Organization, Firm, Employer. Even with just 1 employee, you have real legal obligations — centered around fair wages, timely payment, a safe workplace, a written appointment letter, and injury compensation. Bigger obligations like EPF, ESIC, and Bonus phase in as your team grows. Put Day 1 compliances in place immediately and maintain a com

Definition of Gratuity Gratuity is a lump-sum monetary benefit paid by an employer to an employee as a reward for long-term and continuous service. It is a statutory benefit governed by the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972. An employee becomes legally entitled to gratuity after completing a minimum of five years of continuous service with the same employer. Gratuity is generally payable upon retirement, resignation, death, or permanent disability. Eligibility and Application of