Gratuity amount, formula and tax treatment.
Same salary, different years of service
| Years of service | Gratuity |
|---|
| 5 years | ₹57,692 |
| 7 years | ₹80,769 |
| 10 years | ₹1,15,385 |
| 15 years | ₹1,73,077 |
| 20 years | ₹2,30,769 |
| 25 years | ₹2,88,462 |
Is this gratuity taxable?
For private-sector employees, gratuity up to ₹20 lakh over a career is tax-free under section 10(10), so ₹80,769 would be fully exempt (if you haven't received gratuity tax-free before). For government employees, gratuity is fully tax-free.
Remember
- Gratuity is usually payable after 5 years of continuous service with the same employer.
- More than 6 months in your final year counts as a full year under the Act.
- Only basic salary and dearness allowance count — not HRA, bonus or other allowances.
Other salaries, 7 years of service
Frequently asked questions
How much gratuity for ₹20,000 basic salary and 7 years?
Using the formula basic × 15 × years ÷ 26, gratuity is ₹80,769. If your employer isn't covered by the Gratuity Act, it is ₹70,000 (divisor 30).
Is gratuity calculated on gross salary?
No. Gratuity is calculated on your last drawn basic salary plus dearness allowance only.