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Leave Encashment Calculator India 2026

Calculate earned leave encashment payout, tax-exempt amount (up to ₹25 lakh at retirement), and taxable portion for private and government employees.

✓ Tax Exemption up to ₹25 Lakh ✓ Retirement & Resignation ✓ Govt & Private Employees ✓ Section 10(10AA)
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Leave Encashment Calculator — Section 10(10AA)

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Leave Encashment — Tax Treatment Summary

ScenarioPrivate EmployeeGovt Employee
At RetirementPartially exempt — up to ₹25 lakhFully exempt
At ResignationPartially exempt — up to ₹25 lakhFully exempt
During ServiceFully taxableFully taxable
₹25 Lakh Exemption: The ceiling was updated from ₹3 lakh to ₹25 lakh in April 2023. This is a lifetime cap across all employers. The exempt amount is the least of: (a) actual amount received, (b) 10 months' average salary, (c) 30-day equivalent × years of service, or (d) ₹25 lakh.

Leave Encashment Formula

Daily Rate = Monthly Basic Salary ÷ 26
Leave Encashment = Daily Rate × Unutilised Leave Days
Exempt (private, retirement) = Min of (actual, 10-month salary, 30d×years, ₹25L)

The denominator of 26 represents average working days in a month (excluding Sundays). Some companies use 30 days — check your employment contract. Government employees may use different rules under the applicable service regulations.

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"I was retiring after 28 years and had 180 days of accumulated leave. This calculator showed my leave encashment would be ₹4.15 lakh — and fully exempt since I'm a government employee. Clear and accurate."
V. Krishnaswamy — Retiring government officer, Chennai
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"Resigned from a private firm with 45 days of EL balance. The calculator instantly showed my encashment of ₹86,538 and confirmed it's exempt up to ₹25L at resignation. Saved me a call to my CA."
Sunita Kapoor — Finance professional, Mumbai
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"Useful to understand that leave encashment during service is fully taxable. Convinced me to accumulate rather than encash mid-year. Will save significant tax at retirement."
Ramesh Pillai — IT professional, Thiruvananthapuram

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is leave encashment calculated?+
Formula: Daily Rate = Monthly Basic Salary ÷ 26. Leave Encashment = Daily Rate × Unutilised Leave Days. Example: ₹50,000/month salary, 30 days leave = ₹50,000 ÷ 26 × 30 = ₹57,692. The denominator 26 represents average working days/month.
Is leave encashment tax-free at retirement?+
For private employees: partially exempt up to ₹25 lakh (updated 2023). Exempt amount = least of: actual amount, 10 months' salary, 30-day equivalent × years of service, or ₹25L. Government employees: fully exempt. During service: fully taxable for all employees.
Can I encash leave during employment?+
Yes, if your employer's policy allows it. However, leave encashment during service is fully taxable — no exemption applies. At retirement or resignation, private employees can claim up to ₹25L exemption. Many employees prefer to accumulate leave to retirement for maximum tax benefit.
What is the maximum leave that can be accumulated?+
Varies by employer. Most private companies cap at 60–180 days total accumulation. Government employees can accumulate up to 300 days of Earned Leave. Sick Leave and Casual Leave typically cannot be encashed. Check your company's leave policy and employment agreement for specific limits.
Is the ₹25 lakh exemption per employer?+
No, the ₹25 lakh exemption is a lifetime ceiling across all employers. If you received ₹10L exempt at one employer on resignation and later retire from another job, only ₹15L more can be claimed exempt. Maintain records of previously claimed exemptions for accurate tax planning.

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