Notice Period & Last Working Day Calculator India
Calculate your exact Last Working Day (LWD) and relieving date from your resignation submission date for 30, 45, 60, or 90 days notice periods.
Resignation & Notice Details
Does the Resignation Date Count as Day 1 of Your Notice Period?
One of the most common points of confusion during a job resignation in India is whether the day you send your resignation email is included in the notice period count.
Standard Practice: Day + 1 (Day Following Resignation)
Most CommonIn most Indian IT services companies (TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL) and corporate MNCs, Day 1 begins on the calendar day following your resignation.
Same-Day Practice: Resignation Day is Day 1
Early SubmissionSome organizations count the resignation date itself as Day 1 if the email is formally acknowledged before official midday working hours (e.g. before 1:00 PM).
Notice Period Calculation Examples (Assuming Resignation on 1st August)
Clear timeline breakdown for standard 30-day, 60-day, and 90-day Indian employment contract durations:
30 Days Notice
Startups & Product FirmsRelieving date issued on 31st August.
60 Days Notice
Mid-Sized EnterprisesCovers August (30 days) + Sept (30 days).
90 Days Notice
Indian IT Services (MNCs)Covers August (30d) + Sept (30d) + Oct (30d).
Calendar Days vs Working Days
Employment agreements in India designate notice periods strictly in Calendar Days. This means:
- Weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) count as valid notice period days.
- National holidays, state holidays, and festival breaks do not extend your notice period.
- Taking unapproved casual leaves may extend your LWD by the number of days missed.
Notice Period Buyout & Leave Adjustment
If you require an early release for an immediate joining date at a new company:
- Buyout Calculation:
(Monthly Basic Salary ÷ 30) × Unserved Notice Days. - Leave Adjustment: You can adjust accrued Earned Leaves (EL/PL) against unserved notice days with manager approval.
- F&F Settlement: Any buyout amount is settled during your final Full & Final settlement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers regarding resignation timelines, LWD calculation, calendar days, and notice buyout rules.
Does the resignation date count as Day 1 of the notice period?
In standard Indian corporate practice (including major IT firms like TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and Accenture), the day following your resignation date is counted as Day 1. For example, if you submit your resignation email on 1st August, Day 1 begins on 2nd August. However, some companies may count the resignation day itself as Day 1 if the email is submitted before official midday working hours.
Is notice period calculated in calendar days or working days in India?
Notice periods in Indian employment contracts are almost universally calculated in consecutive calendar days. This means Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, and festival holidays are all counted as part of your 30, 60, or 90-day notice period.
How is a notice period buyout calculated in India?
If you or your new employer wishes to buy out part of your notice period for early release, the buyout amount is calculated as: Buyout Amount = (Monthly Basic Salary ÷ 30) × Number of Shortfall Notice Days. Some companies calculate this on Gross Salary rather than Basic, subject to company HR policy.
Can I adjust my pending earned leaves (EL / PL) against notice period?
Yes, subject to management approval. Many employers allow employees to offset accumulated Earned Leaves (EL/PL) to advance their Last Working Day (LWD), or choose leave encashment in the final Full & Final (F&F) settlement.
What happens if my Last Working Day falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or public holiday?
If your calculated LWD falls on a non-working day (like a Sunday), your official relieving date on documentation remains that Sunday, but your physical handover and return of company assets (laptop, ID badge) is completed on the preceding Friday.
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