Planning to resign? Find the ideal date to put in your papers based on your notice period, last working day goal, and salary cycle – so you don't leave money on the table.
Average hiring time in India: 45-60 days. Plan your exit accordingly.
Last Updated: March 2026
Gratuity
190/240 day rule
Bonus
Vesting timeline
Leave
₹25L tax-free
Notice
Buyout vs serve
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Your current monthly gross
₹
Since joining
Current year
Gratuity Settings
Affects 190 vs 240 day rule
(190/240 days rule for 5th year)
Of monthly salary, typically 40-60%
When does your company pay annual bonus?
Annual performance bonus amount
₹
In months
Earned leaves you can encash
(Section 10(10AA) - Leave encashment up to ₹25L tax-free)
At new job
Can you interview while serving notice?
For buyout cost calculation
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Gratuity (190/240-day rule)
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Bonus Vesting
Pro-rated calculations
Leave Encashment
Up to ₹25L tax-free
Notice Period Cost
Buyout vs serve analysis
How It Works
The 4 Factors That Decide Your Exit Timing
Gratuity Eligibility
(Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 - 5 years service)
Complete 5 years with 190 days (5-day week) or 240 days (6-day week) in the final year. Formula: (Basic × 15 × Years) / 26
Bonus Vesting
Most companies pay in March-April. Leaving within 3 months means forfeiting the bonus or getting only a pro-rated amount.
Leave Encashment
(Section 10(10AA) - Leave encashment up to ₹25L tax-free)
Unused earned leaves can be encashed. Up to ₹25 lakhs is tax-free under Section 10(10AA) — a lifetime limit.
Break-even Analysis
How long at your new job to recover what you left behind? New salary gain × months = Recovery of losses.