I think there is lot of discussion on the Gratuity and what the latest I have heard is same what Mr. Amith R. has said and I ave heard that for this updatation there is a Case Law also, but I am unable to get the same till date, untill and unless I got the same I can't comment on that, but as per Gratuity Act it is still only after the completion of full 5 years of service with the organisation.

In the case of death of an employee this condition doesn't exist, Employer has to give the Gratuity to the nominee of the deceased employee even if his / her services falls short of 5 years.

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