Why Gratuity Is Given?

Gratuity is similar to a bonus, meaning that it is a portion of salary provided to the employee, by the employer, for services rendered on the company's behalf. ... Gratuities are also offered to employees moving on to larger opportunities or as retirement and superannuation benefits.

Why gratuity is mandatory?

Gratuity eligibility

It is mandatory for companies with more than 10 employees on their payrolls to give gratuity to an employee. The employer is paid gratuity in salary when he completes five years of service with the employer or more.

Why gratuity is deducted from salary?

After having served your employer for five years or more you become entitled to a payment called “gratuity". This is a lump sum tax-free benefit that you are entitled to when you leave for another job or retire. ... Companies usually deduct 4.81% of your basic plus dearness allowance towards gratuity payment.

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