Paid Leave Eligibility: Does It Start on Joining Day or After Confirmation?

An employee will be eligible for PL from the date of joining or from the date of confirmation?

Hi, PL or EL should be credited after the completion of 1 year of service from the date of joining of the employee. However, there is nothing wrong if the employer sanctions the PL/EL eligibility right from the date of joining. It depends on the employer.

Dear Sir/Madam,

I believe there is no difference between the Date of Joining (DOJ) and the Date of Confirmation. However, if there is a training period before the official appointment, then there is a distinction between DOJ and the date of confirmation. The term "Date of Confirmation" is typically used in government services when an employee attains cadre status. Following training, your PL (Privilege Leave) and EL (Earned Leave) will be credited to your account. Conversely, if there is no training involved, PL and EL will begin accruing from the Date of Joining.

Thank you.

For all purposes, including the number of PL to be credited, the date of joining and not the date of confirmation should be considered. An employee becomes eligible for PL when he completes 12 months of service, but the number of PL that he earns is calculated from the date of joining.

Most establishments grant Casual Leave (CL), which can be utilized by recruits during the first year of their service. Earned Leave (EL)/Privilege Leave (PL)/Sick Leave (SL) is normally credited after the completion of one year of continuous service. Some offices may consider granting leave proportionately during the first year itself in 'emergency situations'.

However, first, you have to state clearly what provisions your "service conditions" cover, including your Terms & Conditions of appointment. Different provisions are applicable for different entities. Is it a factory, shop, bank, or what? Once you indicate this, it may be easier for us to relate to your case. Providing relevant details before placing your query is important. Off-the-cuff queries cannot evoke proper replies.