Hi, I joined an organization in February, and there they made me sign a bond that I can't leave the organization for 2 years. If I leave before 2 years, I have to pay 2 lakhs Indian Rupees to the organization. Now, my question is, is this bond legal in India? Can the company take any legal action if I leave the organization without paying before the bond's duration ends?
I am asking this because the work culture there is very bad, and they are exploiting us. We are helpless because of the bond. But now, I can't continue this way. Please share if you know anything in this regard.
From India, Delhi
I am asking this because the work culture there is very bad, and they are exploiting us. We are helpless because of the bond. But now, I can't continue this way. Please share if you know anything in this regard.
From India, Delhi
Hi,
There is no bonded labor in India. You can quit the company with a notice period. No legal action can be taken against you. The court will not accept the bond you have signed. Regarding monetary commitments, you need to check carefully before departing. You may have to pay if they have provided any training, and the training cost may need to be repaid.
All the best.
Thanks,
Vijay
From India, Bangalore
There is no bonded labor in India. You can quit the company with a notice period. No legal action can be taken against you. The court will not accept the bond you have signed. Regarding monetary commitments, you need to check carefully before departing. You may have to pay if they have provided any training, and the training cost may need to be repaid.
All the best.
Thanks,
Vijay
From India, Bangalore
Vijay is correct. it is not legal in India.. just check the notice period and terms and condition related to monetary aspect
From India, Haora
4From India, Haora
Dear Keeth011997,
Thank you for your enlightening information on the query. If an employer does not provide training equivalent to the so-called training cost and simply assigns a trainee to a job, can they substantiate the claim if the trainee does not make the payment? What negative effects might arise if a trainee departs from the organization without settling the claimed training cost and moves to another organization?
From India, Calcutta
Thank you for your enlightening information on the query. If an employer does not provide training equivalent to the so-called training cost and simply assigns a trainee to a job, can they substantiate the claim if the trainee does not make the payment? What negative effects might arise if a trainee departs from the organization without settling the claimed training cost and moves to another organization?
From India, Calcutta
Hi Vineet,
Bond is not legal in India. The employer does this to secure himself. But the employee can always state that the bond was initiated forcibly. Bond does not hold good in the court of law.
Cheers!!
Sharath
From India, Bangalore
Bond is not legal in India. The employer does this to secure himself. But the employee can always state that the bond was initiated forcibly. Bond does not hold good in the court of law.
Cheers!!
Sharath
From India, Bangalore
Hey, Just Chill Out, Vineet.
We are no slaves. Rules are meant to be broken. Well, jokes apart, you have every right to leave if you are not happy. Look out for a better job, a job of your choice. And if they ask you to pay, smile and say, NOOOOOOO.
Dr. Srini
From India, Hyderabad
We are no slaves. Rules are meant to be broken. Well, jokes apart, you have every right to leave if you are not happy. Look out for a better job, a job of your choice. And if they ask you to pay, smile and say, NOOOOOOO.
Dr. Srini
From India, Hyderabad
Hi Vineet,
If you have become frustrated within 4 months, it might be better to consider leaving the organization. Additionally, do not pay anything from your pocket and refuse any deductions from your salary. Although the employer may cause trouble by withholding your dues, it is likely that within 4 months, your outstanding dues will be minimal. Since you are probably under probation, the notice period may not apply. Just as the employer is unlikely to take legal action for refusing to pay 2 lakhs, they also anticipate that you will not pursue legal action to recover dues, resulting in non-payment.
Moreover, be prepared for the possibility that you may not receive a work certificate or a relieving letter from them. The employer might also speak negatively about you within their circles or to any potential future employers who seek references.
If you need further assistance, please feel free to contact me at manojsri64@gmail.com.
Manoj
From Kenya
If you have become frustrated within 4 months, it might be better to consider leaving the organization. Additionally, do not pay anything from your pocket and refuse any deductions from your salary. Although the employer may cause trouble by withholding your dues, it is likely that within 4 months, your outstanding dues will be minimal. Since you are probably under probation, the notice period may not apply. Just as the employer is unlikely to take legal action for refusing to pay 2 lakhs, they also anticipate that you will not pursue legal action to recover dues, resulting in non-payment.
Moreover, be prepared for the possibility that you may not receive a work certificate or a relieving letter from them. The employer might also speak negatively about you within their circles or to any potential future employers who seek references.
If you need further assistance, please feel free to contact me at manojsri64@gmail.com.
Manoj
From Kenya
Hi Vineet,
You have to say thanks to Srini because he is correct. If you are not happy with your job and working culture, then you can quit. Still, there is no law binding humans to unhappy conditions. Okay, I also say the same thing: if they ask you to pay, smile and say... NOOOOOOOOO.
Amrish Singh Raghuwanshi
From India, Bhopal
You have to say thanks to Srini because he is correct. If you are not happy with your job and working culture, then you can quit. Still, there is no law binding humans to unhappy conditions. Okay, I also say the same thing: if they ask you to pay, smile and say... NOOOOOOOOO.
Amrish Singh Raghuwanshi
From India, Bhopal
I have worked in senior management positions in HR/Administration in both the public sector and private sector for over 35 years. No employer ever thinks of going to court as the "bond" will not stand scrutiny in the court of law. However, it is always advisable to leave in a friendly manner to avoid challenges in finding employment elsewhere.
R K Bhasin
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From India, Delhi
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From India, Delhi
Dear Vineet,
No employer can compel you to sign a bond, and if you do sign a bond under pressure, then in that case, as per the Supreme Court of India's order in one judgment, the employer is considered a very powerful person, whereas an employee is considered a very poor person who is employed for the purpose of living. So, no employer can reimburse any kind of money from you in any manner. Do not worry; these are just formalities that a company carries out while employing a candidate.
If anyone harasses you, just go to any criminal or consumer court and file a case if you are financially strong enough. If you have any kind of problem, please do not hesitate to call me on my cell number 9819037072. I am also working in a company in the legal department and have completed law.
Love you, dear,
Sonu.
From India, Mumbai
No employer can compel you to sign a bond, and if you do sign a bond under pressure, then in that case, as per the Supreme Court of India's order in one judgment, the employer is considered a very powerful person, whereas an employee is considered a very poor person who is employed for the purpose of living. So, no employer can reimburse any kind of money from you in any manner. Do not worry; these are just formalities that a company carries out while employing a candidate.
If anyone harasses you, just go to any criminal or consumer court and file a case if you are financially strong enough. If you have any kind of problem, please do not hesitate to call me on my cell number 9819037072. I am also working in a company in the legal department and have completed law.
Love you, dear,
Sonu.
From India, Mumbai
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