India Gratuity Calculator

Calculate your end-of-service gratuity for India. Free, accurate calculator based on India labor laws.

Calculate Your Gratuity

Excluding HRA, transport, and other allowances

Include if part of your salary structure

About India Gratuity

India gratuity calculation is based on local labor laws and regulations.

Calculation Formula

(Basic + DA) × 15 × Years ÷ 26

Minimum service required: 5 years

India gratuity calculation based on Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972.

What is Gratuity in India?

Gratuity in India is a statutory benefit paid by employers to employees under the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972.

It applies to establishments with 10 or more employees, including factories, mines, oilfields, plantations, ports, railways, and shops.

Gratuity is calculated based on Basic Salary plus Dearness Allowance (DA) and requires minimum 5 years of continuous service.

India Gratuity Calculation Formula

Formula

(Basic + DA) × 15 × Years of service ÷ 26

  • Last drawn salary = Basic Salary + Dearness Allowance
  • Service of 6+ months in a year counts as a full year
  • Minimum 5 years of continuous service required
  • Maximum payout capped at ₹20 lakh (updated limit)

Minimum service: 5 years

Gratuity Calculation Examples

Example: 6 Years Service

Basic Salary: 50,000/month

Years of Service: 6 years

Calculation:

Gratuity = (50,000 × 15 × 6) ÷ 26 = ₹173,077

Tips & Best Practices

📋 Keep Records

Maintain copies of employment contract, salary slips showing Basic + DA, and service certificates.

💰 Include Dearness Allowance

India gratuity includes Basic + DA. Make sure to include DA in your calculation.

5 Year Requirement

Minimum 5 years of service is required. Service of 6+ months counts as full year.

Verify with HR

Always verify the final amount with your HR department or employer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Minimum 5 years of continuous service is required under the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972.
Gratuity is partly exempt from tax. Government employees receive full exemption. For others, the least of (a) ₹20 lakh, (b) actual gratuity received, or (c) 15 days salary × years of service is exempt.
India gratuity includes Basic salary plus Dearness Allowance (DA), but excludes other allowances like HRA, transport, etc.