How to Prove Your Salary When Paid in Cash Without a Salary Slip? Need Advice!

Hi, I am getting a salary in cash for a sum of Rs 22,000/-. My concern is that my company doesn't provide a salary slip. However, I regularly deposit the said amount into my bank account. If I want to change my job and they ask for a salary slip, what proof should I provide to them? I don't have PF or any similar documentation. Please guide me on this. Can I get a letter stating that my salary is Rs 22,000 on the company letterhead and signed by my manager? Would this be fully acceptable?

I don't know how your company is paying such an amount in cash because your salary is taxable. If I am not wrong, the company is not deducting the TDS from your salary. Initially, you need to talk to your company about paying the amount by cheque or transferring it to the bank. Then, ask them to deduct the TDS and provide the Form 16 as per the rules. Otherwise, you may encounter issues with the IT department.

Regarding Salary Slip

It is essential to receive one that explains the structure of your salary and deductions. A new company would likely want to understand your salary structure and deductions. From my understanding, the letter you mentioned here is not acceptable.

Thank you.

Hi, can you provide me with a salary slip showing everything that may be required on a salary slip?

In that case, you have to show the amount as income in your IT return and pay the tax as per the law. Please consult with any IT expert regarding this for your safety. For a sample salary slip, you can follow this link: https://www.citehr.com/68287-salary-...te-format.html.

Regards

Taxability and Payment Methods for Salary

A salary of Rs. 22,000 per month is not taxable. Therefore, the company is not liable to deduct TDS on it. However, in Maharashtra, all employees with wages or salaries above Rs. 3,000 per month need to be paid by bank transfers or crossed, account payee cheques. Payment by cash is not allowed. I would suggest you update your management about this and ask them to check out Section 6 of the Payment of Wages Act, as amended by the Maharashtra State.

In general, if your company provides you with a salary certificate or a salary slip, and you have been depositing the entire salary in the bank, the new company will accept it as proof that you have reported the correct salary. I believe most reasonable HR departments will acknowledge that not all companies adhere strictly to the documentation procedures and rules.

Hey saswatabanerjee, how is it not taxable? Please provide the salary slip format for Rs. 22,000 as per your knowledge. Will the new company accept it or not?

A payslip is mandatory, and I am not sure why your company is not issuing it. For your records, it is advisable to keep your offer and appointment letters for employment references. However, not having a payslip could create problems when you are seeking better prospects. You will need to manage this situation with the necessary documents mentioned above.

Moreover, self-deposits will not be considered as official transactions, as your bank statement will show "deposited by cash." I recommend checking with your HR department for clarification on why the payslip is not being issued.

Taxable aspects are secondary, as the amount you are referencing may not fall under the tax purview. There could be several non-taxable components included in the salary breakup.

Please ensure you maintain all necessary documentation and seek clarification from the HR department regarding the payslip issuance.

Thank you.

Well, I believe there is a standard tax-free limit of Rs. 200,000 for male assessees. Conveyance allowance tax-free is Rs. 9,600. So, a monthly salary of Rs. 17,466 is tax-free anyway. Considering most companies are paying 30% HRA, that could be free also. So we generally consider a salary up to Rs. 25,000 tax-free. However, unless the salary is properly structured, the amount of Rs. 22,000 per month will not be tax-free, so to that extent, you are right.