Feeling Stuck: How Can I Resign Peacefully When My Notice Was Rejected?

Dear Sir/Madam,

I have been serving in a central government organization for the past 2 and a half years. My probation period was supposed to be for 2 years, but I have not received confirmation yet. Therefore, I am unsure whether I currently hold a temporary or permanent position.

Main Issue

Moving on to the main issue, I submitted my resignation letter one month prior to my intended date of leaving the job, but it was rejected. I do not have any criminal or pending cases against me, and I have not applied for any other job so far. Hence, there are no issues related to the requirement of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) or not following the proper application procedure. I have decided to leave this job due to physical and mental exhaustion, as I wish to transition to a different field. I was informed that my resignation was not accepted because I am considered a valuable employee, and my departure would result in a significant loss for the organization. Additionally, it was mentioned that there is a shortage of staff. However, I would like to clarify that my current role does not entail significant responsibilities, and there are ample staff members within the organization who can easily replace me.

I am deeply concerned about the current situation. I have been working diligently thus far, and I aspire to resign peacefully. I am unsure about the next steps to take. Your guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Sincerely, [Your Name]

Receipt of Resignation Letter

Did you obtain a receipt of your resignation letter? If yes, and if there has been no communication from your employer, then you are well within your rights to consider it as accepted.

Steps to Ensure Acceptance

To ensure acceptance, send another resignation letter by speed post, giving reference to your previous resignation letter with a copy to the next higher authority. State that your last day of working will be [insert date]. In case you receive no reply, then stop attending the office and seek your full and final settlement, again through a letter by speed post with a copy to the higher authority. I am sure you will get some response.

Resignation During Probation

A resignation letter during probation cannot be rejected on the grounds mentioned by you, which I take it, was communicated verbally.

Thank you for your prompt answer, sir. I don't have a receipt. I just submitted my resignation letter to the highest authority of the regional headquarters where I am currently serving. However, I received a call from the highest authority of the main headquarters, informing me orally that my resignation will not be accepted due to the reasons I mentioned earlier.

My work involves a lot of fieldwork, and I only have the opportunity to visit the office once every two months for a day or two. I submitted my letter during my visit on Holi. However, I did not take a receipt as I was not aware of the process. Should I send the resignation letter again? My next and final highest authority is the Ministry itself. What should I do now? Please guide me.

Send the resignation letter via registered post. Wait for the official response, and then you can decide the next course of action.

Dear [Recipient's Name],

I am writing to address the recent communication regarding my resignation letter and the reasons provided for my refusal, which I find unacceptable. Despite our previous verbal discussions, I feel it is necessary to reiterate my decision to leave the company.

I must emphasize that unless I receive a written response within the next 7 days, I will consider this as notice of my resignation and will proceed accordingly.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Best Regards,
V.L. Nagarkar
HR Consultant