Is It Legal for My Company to Deny Leave Benefits and Salary Increments? Seeking Advice

Hi all experts,

I am working for a private company for nearly 2 years. The company does not provide any benefits of leave to its employees. I would like to know if this is right or wrong according to the Act.

Additionally, the company has not given any salary increments in the last 2 years.

Regarding your query:

1. It is not only wrong but illegal.
2. It cannot be said to be illegal, but the scope of an increase in salary can be looked into.

Hi,

First, ensure that you haven't taken any leave during your work period (if you have, please mention how many days). In addition, please share your company's Leave Policy with us so that we can provide you with better advice on maximizing your leave benefits.

LD Mohapatra

Thank you @FGPL17 for your answer. Here, I want to tell you that our company's leave policy is that we work here 24/7 throughout the year and get the benefit of leave on Sundays. However, there is no provision for CL, EL, etc.

The days off, including Sundays and other General Holidays, are not fixed, and there is no extra pay for working on General Holidays or Sundays. If anybody takes leave, then he/she has to pay an amount of Rs. (2* per day) to the company as a fine.

Clarification on Employment Terms and Conditions

Regarding point No.1 - All the terms and conditions of employment are communicated to the new joiner along with the offer/appointment letter. One can also meet with HR personnel to seek any clarification on these issues.

Understanding Annual Increments

Point No.2 - Annual increments are not necessarily mandatory. In many companies, performance reviews are conducted at regular intervals, such as quarterly, half-yearly, or annually. You can approach your department head in this regard and get feedback about your job performance/ratings from your seniors and the quantum of increments, if any.

1. Is your company a limited/private limited company or a firm?

2. Is it registered under the Shops Act of the state? Please name the state and city where it is located.

3. Not giving leave is inhuman and illegal.

4. In what position are you working?