The Social Security Code 2020, which officially came into effect on November 21, 2025, introduces major reforms that will substantially increase gratuity payouts and extend coverage to millions of contract workers across India. This comprehensive guide explains how these changes affect employees, employers, and actuarial valuations. Key Takeaways: India’s New Gratuity Rules 2025 Effective Date: […]
Under the right circumstances, a decision for funding a gratuity scheme could deliver significant benefits to the companies. Gratuity is a statutory benefit – employers are required to pay a lumpsum benefit to their employees who have served for at least five years. The lumpsum is generally calculated as 15 days of eligible salary for […]
Determine whether your organization requires actuarial valuation for gratuity schemes under AS 15 or Ind AS 19. This guide covers applicability criteria for corporate entities (SMC vs non-SMC), non-corporate entities (Large vs MSME classification), and valuation frequency requirements.
Almost all Indian companies (more than 10 employees) pay gratuity to their employees. Since, gratuity payments are an expense to the company, companies can claim tax-deduction on the same. You can read about Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 here.
The mechanics of funded gratuity schemes remain unclear for many companies, due to a lack of regulatory framework and a general lack of understanding of actuarial principles. We have examined the issue to consider for gratuity scheme funding in our prior post. This post sets out a list of frequently asked questions about funded gratuity schemes; i.e. […]
Many employers choose to fund their gratuity liabilities by paying regular contributions to an insurance company. However, employers often do not fully understand what they gain from gratuity funds and what to expect from these arrangements.