Paternity Leave Calculator

⚙️ Version: V-1.0

Paternity Leave Calculator

Get information about paternity leave as per West Bengal government rules. Calculate the leave time limit and salary using the child's date of birth.

Paternity Leave Calculator

Child's Date of Delivery / Birth

Paternity Leave Start Date Can be up to 15 days before delivery or within 6 months after.

Number of Existing Surviving Children

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❌ Leave Expired

Paternity leave must be entirely utilized within **6 months (180 days)** from the child's delivery date. The selected start date falls outside this mandatory window.

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Paternity Leave Timeline

Statutory Leave Quantum	${leaveQuantum} Days
Leave Start Date	${formatDate(startDate)}
Leave Expiry / End Date	${formatDate(endDate)}
Expected Rejoining Date	${formatDate(joiningDate)}

Key Service Rules:
1. **Leave Salary:** Fully paid leave. The employee is paid salary equal to the pay drawn immediately before proceeding on leave.
2. **Single Spell:** Paternity leave must be taken as a single continuous block of 15 days; it cannot be split into multiple parts.
3. **Lapse Clause:** If it is not availed within 6 months of the child's birth, the leave automatically lapses and cannot be claimed or credited later.

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Introduction

As per West Bengal government rules, male employees are entitled to paternity leave after the birth of a child. This leave is paid and must be taken within a specified time. Using this calculator, you can easily find information about your paternity leave.

How to Use

Step 1: Enter the child's date of birth
Step 2: Select the order of the child
Step 3: Enter the monthly salary
Step 4: Click the button

Features

Calculation as per WB rules
Last date to take leave
Salary eligibility
Eligibility verification
Free

How It Works

As per WB rules, 15 days of paternity leave applies for the first two children. It must be taken within 60 days of the child's birth.

Formula

Total Salary = (Monthly Salary / 30) x 15 days

Eligibility and Rules

Applicable for the first two living children
Must be taken within 60 days of birth
Can be taken at once or in parts

Benefits

Spend time with family
Take care of the newborn
No loss in salary
No impact on service either

Common Mistakes

Missing the 60-day deadline
Applying for a third child
Not applying on time

Frequently Asked Questions

Is paternity leave paid?: Yes, with full salary.
How long do I have to take it?: Within 60 days of the child's birth.
Can leave be split?: Yes, it can be taken in multiple parts.
Is it available for an adopted child?: Yes, it applies for adoption as well.
Does paternity leave affect service?: No, there is no impact on service.

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Disclaimer

This calculator is for approximate calculation purposes. For accurate information, check WB Service Rules.

Conclusion

The Paternity Leave Calculator will help West Bengal male government employees know accurate information about their paternity leave.