Struggling to Get My Final Pay: Is There a Legal Deadline for Settlements?

Hi Team, I left iYogi Technical Services Pvt Ltd in June 2015. It's been 6 months now, and even after repeated follow-ups, my full and final settlement is pending. The company owes me 3.75 lakhs. Is there no legally binding rule for companies to ensure the clearance of full and final settlements within a stipulated time? My employee ID was Y-7619, and this is not a fake post. I worked really hard to earn my pay, and I believe it's unfair to withhold one's pay like this.

Please help.

Thanks and Regards,
Ashish J. Edward
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Before replying to your query, it is important to know whether the company has issued you a Service-cum-Employment Certificate. If not, then first persuade them to issue this certificate.

If you are in possession of the experience letter, I recommend you approach the labor officer of your area and submit it to him. To do this, you need to find out where the labor office is located. Additionally, your designation matters. If you hold a senior position, the labor officer may not entertain your query. Nevertheless, it is crucial to go through this office. When you approach the labor officer, ensure you bring all evidence of your employment.

If the Labor Officer is of no help to you, you may need to proceed with litigation. However, before taking this step, inform the HR department of your current employer and seek their advice. Your current HR should not perceive your actions in standing up for your rights as belligerent. Perhaps HR might offer a better solution.

If HR remains neutral and uninterested in what you do regarding your previous employer, the next step would be to issue a lawyer's notice. Subsequently, your lawyer will guide you.

All the best!

Regards,
Dinesh Divekar