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Permanent Contract for India

Permanent Contract Template for India

This document is a comprehensive permanent employment contract governed by Indian law, designed to establish a formal employer-employee relationship in compliance with various Indian labor legislations including the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946, and related labor laws. It outlines the terms and conditions of permanent employment, including roles and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and other essential terms while incorporating mandatory provisions required under Indian employment law. The contract ensures protection of both employer and employee interests while maintaining compliance with statutory requirements regarding wages, working hours, leave entitlements, and social security benefits.

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What is a Permanent Contract?

This Permanent Contract template is designed for use in establishing long-term employment relationships in India, providing a legally compliant framework for both employers and employees. It incorporates essential elements required under Indian labor laws, including the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946, and various other employment-related legislation. The document is typically used when converting temporary employees to permanent status or directly hiring permanent employees, containing comprehensive terms covering compensation, benefits, working conditions, and statutory compliances. It reflects the permanent nature of the employment relationship while protecting both parties' interests and ensuring alignment with Indian employment regulations and market practices.

What sections should be included in a Permanent Contract?

1. Parties: Identifies the employer and employee with full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Brief context about the employment relationship and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Appointment and Term: Details of the position, department, reporting relationship, and permanent nature of employment

5. Duties and Responsibilities: Outline of the employee's main duties, responsibilities, and performance expectations

6. Place of Work: Primary work location and potential for transfer/relocation

7. Working Hours: Standard working hours, breaks, and overtime provisions

8. Remuneration: Salary structure, payment schedule, and deductions

9. Benefits: Statutory and company benefits including insurance, provident fund, and gratuity

10. Leave Entitlement: Various types of leave and conditions for taking them

11. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding confidential information and trade secrets

12. Intellectual Property: Ownership of work product and innovations created during employment

13. Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation: Restrictions on competitive activities during and after employment

14. Termination: Grounds and procedures for termination of employment

15. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving employment-related disputes

16. Governing Law: Specification of Indian law as governing law and jurisdiction

What sections are optional to include in a Permanent Contract?

1. Probation Period: Details of initial probation period if applicable to senior positions

2. Remote Work Provisions: Terms for remote working arrangements if permitted

3. Travel Requirements: Terms regarding business travel if role requires frequent travel

4. Commission Structure: For sales or similar roles with commission-based compensation

5. Stock Options: For companies offering employee stock ownership programs

6. International Transfer: For multinational companies with potential international assignments

7. Training Commitments: For roles requiring specific training or certification requirements

8. Client Interaction Protocols: For client-facing roles

9. Data Protection: Detailed data protection obligations for IT/sensitive data handling roles

What schedules should be included in a Permanent Contract?

1. Schedule 1 - Job Description: Detailed description of role, responsibilities, and requirements

2. Schedule 2 - Compensation Structure: Detailed breakdown of salary components and benefits

3. Schedule 3 - Company Policies: Key company policies that form part of the employment terms

4. Schedule 4 - Confidential Information: Specific types of confidential information applicable to the role

5. Schedule 5 - Code of Conduct: Company's code of conduct and ethical guidelines

6. Appendix A - Statutory Benefits: Details of all statutory benefits and calculations

7. Appendix B - Performance Metrics: Specific performance indicators and evaluation criteria

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

India

Publisher

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Document Type

Employment Contract

Cost

Free to use
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