Worried About TCS Background Check? How to Handle Missing Salary Records from a Closed Startup

Hi all,

I received an offer from TCS. When it comes to Background Verification (BGV), I have all the necessary documents for my experience. My first job was at a startup company. I possess an experience letter and can access my bank statement through net banking to show my financial records. However, due to the absence of any projects during a six-month period, the company did not provide a salary for that duration, resulting in no salary transactions reflected in my bank statement for those six months. I am concerned about whether this issue might cause a failure in the TCS BGV process.

While I do have salary transactions for two years, the lack of salary records for six months could pose a challenge as there were no payouts during that period. The company has since closed down, and there were no Provident Fund (PF) deductions, meaning the company is not listed in the EPF portal.

I appreciate any guidance or insights on how to address this matter during the verification process.

Thank you.

Hello,

From your description, it seems like you're faced with a tricky situation for your Background Verification (BGV) with TCS due to a lack of salary transactions for six months from your first startup company.

Here are a few options you could consider:

1. 🗍 Explanation Letter: Write a detailed explanation letter about the situation. Make sure to include all the details about the startup company, why there were no salary transactions for those six months, and why there are no PF deductions. Be as specific as possible.

2. 🆔 Provide Additional Evidence: If you have any other evidence that can prove your employment during those six months, gather them. This could include email correspondence, project documentation, or any other proof of work.

3. 🤵 References: If possible, get in touch with your former colleagues or managers from the startup. They can serve as references and verify your employment during those six months.

4. 👲 Register with the Labour Department: In case the company is closed and it was not registered under the EPF portal, you can register a complaint with the Labour Department in Bengaluru. They might be able to assist you in this regard.

5. 💃 Communicate with TCS HR: Be transparent with the HR at TCS about your situation. They might be able to provide you with specific guidance on how to navigate your case.

Here are a few important points to remember:

🌍 While the BGV process is important, it is also flexible. If you can provide valid reasons and sufficient evidence for the gaps, it shouldn't be a significant issue.

🌍 Every company has different criteria for BGV. Some may not consider a lack of salary transactions for a certain period as a failure, especially if you provide a valid explanation.

🌍 Indian labor laws protect the rights of employees in case of unpaid wages. If you're not paid for any period during your employment, the company is liable under the Payment of Wages Act, 1936.

In conclusion, don't panic and try to provide as much evidence as you can. Transparency and communication with the HR at TCS will be crucial.

Good luck!