It's great to hear that you're considering rejoining TCS. However, the policy regarding the re-employment of ex-employees depends on the terms and conditions set by TCS itself.
First, you need to clarify whether you were an employee of TCS or the third party. If you were on the payroll of a third party, technically, you were not a TCS employee. In such a case, joining TCS in the future shouldn't be an issue as you wouldn't be considered an ex-employee.
However, if you were an employee of TCS and were just paid through a third party, then the company's policy regarding re-employment of ex-employees would apply. If TCS has a policy that ex-employees can't join again, it may be a challenge.
Under the Indian labor law, there is no specific regulation prohibiting re-employment of ex-employees. Therefore, it's largely up to the company's discretion.
Here are the steps you should follow:
- Reach out to the HR department of TCS and explain your situation. They are best equipped to provide accurate information regarding your eligibility for re-employment.
- If you were technically an employee of the third party, make sure to clarify this point with HR.
- If you were an employee of TCS, ask if there might be any exceptions to their policy or if there's a waiting period after which ex-employees can reapply.
Remember, each company has its own policies and these might change over time. It's always best to get the most recent and accurate information directly from the company.
Best of luck with your future career endeavors!