What is the process and eligibility criteria for taking bereavement leave in India, and how is pay calculated?

In India, there is no statutory entitlement for bereavement leave. Eligibility and payment for such leave are determined by the employer. For supported employees seeking bereavement leave, the following process should be followed:

• Inform the HRx Team about the intended leave, including the number of days required and the reason for the leave.
• Record the leave internally between the customer and the supported employee, as Pebl does not assign a policy for bereavement leave on our Global Work Platform™.

Since there is no statutory entitlement for bereavement leave, the decision on pay during the leave period also rests with the employer.

What are the length, eligibility criteria, application rules, and pay calculation for marriage leave in India?

In India, there is no statutory requirement for offering marriage leave. The provision of marriage leave depends entirely on the employer's discretion. Employers can choose the length of the leave, set the eligibility criteria, establish the application rules, and determine how pay for such leave will be calculated based on their employment agreements.

What are the guidelines for military service leave in India, including length, eligibility, application rules, and pay calculation?

In India, there is no mandatory military service, but employees are encouraged to join the Territorial Army (TA), which operates under the Territorial Army Rules, 1948. Here are the guidelines regarding military service leave, focusing on the Territorial Army:

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be an Indian citizen.
• Age should be between 18 and 42 years as of the last day of the application.
• Must have a graduate degree from a recognized university.
• Must be either gainfully employed or self-employed.
• Must meet the physical and medical standards required by the Territorial Army.

Employment and Service:

• Employees joining the TA can serve as either a civilian or a soldier. They are required to undergo 2 months of mandatory paid service every year, during which they continue to be employed by their company for the rest of the year.

No Objection Certificate (NOC):

• Employed candidates typically need a No Objection Certificate from their employers, allowing them to take time off for their TA service.

Pay and Allowance:

• During their training and service periods, TA members receive military pay and allowances. However, the companies employing them are generally not responsible for paying during their TA service. The TA is often seen as a 'Dual Career Path' allowing members to maintain their civilian jobs while serving part-time in a capacity that contributes to national security.

What types of other leave may an employee be entitled to under their employment agreement?

Eligible female employees are entitled to one day of menstrual leave per month.

Eligible employees include all women aged between 18 and 52 years. It is important to note that this leave is non-cumulative, meaning any unused menstrual leave cannot be carried forward to subsequent months and will lapse at the end of each month.

Eligible employees are entitled to a total of 12 menstrual leave days annually, accrued on a monthly basis. To avail of this leave, employees must inform their reporting manager in writing.