Am I Eligible for Maternity Leave After 6 Months at My Job? Seeking Simple Guidance

Hi, admin PRATIMA,

I joined a private firm in January 2017 in Gujarat, and ESIC deductions started in the same month. Now, I am six months pregnant, and my delivery date is in October 2017. I have been working in the same firm for almost six months and wish to continue working. I would like to know if I am eligible for maternity leave and how to calculate the required working days to qualify. I plan to start my leave from September 1, 2017. Please guide me on the eligibility criteria in a simple way.

Thank you.

Since you've worked for more than 80 days in the establishment in a period of 12 months from your probable date of delivery, you are entitled to maternity benefits.

Please log in to the ESI IP Portal with your insurance number to check your eligibility for Maternity benefits.