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Standard Resignation Letter
A professional, all-purpose template for most situations.
Use templateResignation letter templates for India
India has no single nationwide statutory minimum notice period for private-sector employees - your contract and applicable industry rules govern the duration. Most corporate roles specify 30, 60, or 90 days. The templates below use neutral wording and are not tied to any particular period.
India — Key facts
- Statutory minimum notice
- None (private sector)— The Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act 1946 may apply to some workplaces; individual contracts and company policy govern for most corporate roles.(Source: Ministry of Labour & Employment)
- Common corporate notice
- 30 – 90 days— 90 days is typical for senior/IT sector roles; 30 days more common for entry-level.
- Garden leave
- Employer discretion— Not statutory; governed by contract.
- Relieving letter
- Common practice— Employees typically request a relieving letter and experience letter on exit. These are separate from the resignation letter.
- Notice buyout (PILON)
- Common in IT/corporate— Many companies allow payment of notice period in lieu of serving it. Check your appointment letter.
Notice period — what to check
Your appointment letter (offer letter) is the primary document governing your notice obligation. Many Indian companies also have HR policy documents. Where these conflict, your lawyer or HR can advise which takes precedence.
Official source →Templates for India
These templates use general wording suitable for India. Adapt to your specific contract and circumstances.
FormalProfessional
Formal Resignation Letter
Considered wording for formal workplaces and senior roles.
Use templateNotice PeriodFormal
Two Weeks' Notice (Formal)
Formal two-week notice for senior roles and professional settings.
Use templateEarly ReleaseRequest
Early Release Request
Request to be released from your notice period early.
Use templateNo reasonMinimal
Resignation Without a Reason
You don't need to explain. This template doesn't ask you to.
Use templateFollow-upAcknowledgement
Resignation Acknowledgement Follow-Up
Following up when your resignation hasn't been acknowledged.
Use templateGeneral information only. Employment terms in India vary by state, sector, contract, and establishment size. Verify current rules with your HR department and the relevant statutory authority. Last verified: September 2026.