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Employment Agreement
Offer letters are not employment agreements. When a senior hire leaves with your client list, or a termination gets challenged, what protects you is a proper agreement — compliant with Indian labour law, clear on confidentiality, and fair enough to be enforceable.
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Fees and packages for Employment Agreement
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Employment Agreement
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Employment Agreement Package Inclusions
- Employment agreement drafting with role and KRA
- Compensation, ESOP and notice-period clauses
- IP assignment and confidentiality provisions
- Non-compete/non-solicit as per enforceability
- E-sign ready draft with HR rollout note
Overview
What this agreement actually covers
An employment agreement is the binding contract between employer and employee, covering role, compensation, duties, and terms of employment.
It goes beyond the offer letter: probation terms, confidentiality, IP assignment, non-compete and non-solicitation, notice periods, and termination grounds.
Key statutory touchpoints include the Shops and Establishments Act of your state, PF and ESI applicability, gratuity, and bonus provisions.
For senior hires, it typically also covers variable pay, ESOPs, garden-leave, and post-employment restrictions.
A well-drafted agreement reduces disputes at exit — the moment most employment relationships are actually tested.
Benefits
Why employers get this drafted through us
Open each benefit to see what it means for you.
Exits without drama
Notice periods, handover obligations, and post-employment restrictions are spelled out — so resignations don't become legal events.
Confidentiality that survives resignation
We draft confidentiality and IP clauses that continue after the employee leaves, which is when they matter most.
Statutory compliance built in
PF, ESI, gratuity, bonus, and state-specific provisions are reflected correctly — not left to HR to figure out later.
Enforceable, not just strict
Overly harsh clauses get thrown out. We draft restrictions a court would actually uphold.
Documents
What documents do you need for an Employment Agreement?
Clear, current documents matter more than a long checklist. Names, dates of birth and addresses should match across every record — that's what the MCA checks first. Tick what you already have below.
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Employer details
Verified against MCA requirements
Employee details
Verified against MCA requirements
What is a CIN?
Every Private Limited Company gets a unique 21-character Corporate Identification Number from the MCA. It's proof your company legally exists. You'll need it for bank accounts, tax filings, and contracts. We handle the entire application — you just provide the documents above.
Not sure if your documents are ready?
Send us what you have. A ComplyKart expert will review them for free and tell you exactly what's missing — no obligation.
Get Free Document ReviewQuestions Founders ask us about documents
What if my address proof is old?
Utility bills and bank statements must be less than 2 months old. If yours are older, get a fresh copy — the MCA rejects stale proofs.
Do I need original documents?
No. Clear scans or photos work for the entire process. We never ask you to courier originals.
What if directors live in different cities?
That's normal. Each director uploads their own documents separately. Our system keeps everything organised.
I'm outside India. Can I still register a company?
Yes. India allows 100% foreign ownership in most sectors, and the entire process happens online. You need one Indian resident director, and your passport + address proof must be apostilled — we'll guide you through both. NRI founders and foreign investors do this with us regularly.
Check if you're eligible →How long does registration actually take?
7 to 10 working days from the day your documents are verified. Name approval takes 2-3 days, MCA incorporation another 5-7. We track every stage and update you.
Can I start if I'm missing one document?
Yes. Start now with what you have — we begin name reservation and DSC while you arrange the rest. Most founders are missing one proof; it rarely blocks the timeline.
Process
Employment Agreement process — step by step
You’ll see each stage, what’s pending and what we need from you — so filings don’t bounce back.
Step 1 of 5
Share the offer terms
Send us the CTC structure, designation, joining date, probation period, and notice period. We check that the terms comply with the applicable state Shops and Establishments Act and central labour codes.
We draft the agreement
Our lawyers draft the agreement covering duties, compensation, working hours, leave, confidentiality, IP assignment, non-compete and non-solicitation, termination, and dispute resolution. First draft typically takes 2-3 working days.
Review and negotiation
The candidate reviews the draft. We revise clauses like notice period, non-compete duration, and variable pay terms until both sides are comfortable.
Signing on stamp paper
Employment agreements are executed on stamp paper of adequate value — stamp duty varies by state. Signing can be physical or digital under the IT Act, 2000.
Onboarding documentation
We help you collect the signed agreement along with the employee's KYC, bank details, and statutory declarations, so payroll and PF/ESI registration can start on day one.
Why ComplyKart
Why ComplyKart for this
You should know who’s doing what. Open a stage to see how the work is shared.
Labour law is a practice area
We advise on employment matters regularly — the agreement reflects current law, not a 2015 template.
Role-appropriate drafting
A junior developer's agreement and a CXO's agreement are different documents. We draft to the role.
Practical HR alignment
We make sure the agreement matches how your HR actually operates — probation reviews, appraisals, exit process.
Labour law is a practice area: We advise on employment matters regularly — the agreement reflects current law, not a 2015 template.
For NRI founders & foreign investors
If a founder or investor is outside India
You don't need to fly down. Most of our foreign-founder incorporations are completed without the founder ever visiting India — 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors, and the entire process happens online.
Before you start
- 100% foreign ownership is allowed in most sectors — no Indian partner needed
- One Indian resident director is required by law — we help you find a compliant way forward
- Check whether your sector permits automatic-route foreign investment
- Your passport + address proof need an apostille, not an embassy visit
- Map ownership, beneficial ownership and pricing early
After incorporation
- Receive funds through permitted banking channels
- Complete RBI/FEMA reporting (FC-GPR, FLA) and keep the bank evidence
- Coordinate tax and ongoing compliance advice early
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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For junior roles, a detailed appointment letter often suffices. For anyone with access to confidential information, clients, or IP — get a full agreement.
Post-employment non-competes are generally not enforceable under Section 27 of the Contract Act, but non-solicitation and confidentiality clauses usually are. We draft what actually holds up.
Typically 2–4 working days for the first draft, plus review rounds.
A standard template works for similar junior roles, but senior hires, sales roles with variable pay, and ESOP holders need tailored agreements. We can create a tiered set.
Shops and Establishments provisions vary by state. We map the agreement to each work location's requirements.
Yes — applicability, contribution, and employee consent should be addressed so there are no surprises on either side.
Yes. We audit existing agreements against current law and your actual practices, and flag what needs updating.
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Guides on Employment Agreement
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Trust & transparency
Sources & how we keep this page accurate
Primary sources we refer to:
- Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA)
- GST Portal
- Income Tax Department
- IP India (Trademark / Patent / Copyright)
Last verified: 6 October 2026
Compliance rules change. If something on this page looks outdated, tell us on WhatsApp and we'll fix it — and your filing will always follow the current rules, not just what's written here.
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