Overview of Gratuity Calculation and Tax Exemption Rules in India
Gratuity is a lump sum paid by employers to employees for long-term service, calculated based on last drawn salary and years of service under the Code on Social Security, 2020. Eligibility typically requires five years of continuous service, with exceptions for death, disablement, and fixed-term employees. For example, an employee earning Rs 50,000 monthly with 10 years of service may receive around Rs 2.88 lakh. Tax exemption on gratuity depends on factors like service duration and salary, with a maximum tax-free limit of Rs 20 lakh for most private-sector employees.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 32/100.
Outlets measured: economictimes, mint. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
mint broke this story on 22 Oct, 01:43 pm. Other outlets followed.