The Gratuity eligibility for Fixed Term Employment is after one year instead of five years.
As per the 2nd proviso of rule 34(1)(a) of the Code
on Social Security (Central) Rule, 2025,
published in G.S.R. 935(E) dated 30-Dec-2025,
an employee on Fixed Term Employment shall be
eligible for Gratuity, if he renders service under
the contract for a period of at least one year.
For subsequent period in excess of six months
and more, but less than one year, shall be
rounded off to one additional year.
Accordingly, the Gratuity eligibility for Fixed
Term Employment is after one year instead of
five years.