# Our Leave Policy Here is the [list of holidays](/employee-handbook/benefits-and-perks/holiday-list.md) we follow and the [paid time off](/employee-handbook/benefits-and-perks/paid-time-off.md). We encourage you to take time off work. Let's face it: deadlines are a reality, and sometimes you will need to work extra hours. Talk to your manager and schedule some time off if you need it. *** ## Leave cycle The calendar year, i.e., starting 1st January to 31st December is what we use to track a leave cycle. *** ## **Leave Entitlement** ### Sick/ Casual Leave (SL/CL) 1. You can avail of eight days of SL/CLs per year. 2. Every quarter, you will be granted 2 SL/CLs. 3. During your first 90 days (probation), we prioritize your well-being. If you need time off due to illness, paid sick leave is available. 4. These SL/CL cannot be carried forward to the next year, if unused, the leaves will lapse. ### Annual Leave (AL) 1. Employees are entitled to 12 days of Annual Leave per calendar year, credited at the beginning of each calendar year (January). 2. New employees become eligible for Annual Leave after completing 90 days of continuous employment. Leave entitlement for the first year will be calculated on a pro-rata basis, based on the remaining months in the calendar year, however the leaves will be credited in January of the following year. 3. Employees may carry forward unused Annual Leave to the following year, subject to a maximum accumulation limit of 45 days. 4. All leave must be requested in advance and approved by the reporting manager, considering operational and business requirements. 5. Employees serving a notice period are not entitled to annual leave. #### Note * **Encashment:** * If you apply for annual leave at least 15 days in advance, and Wednesday refuses to approve it, you can encash any leave beyond 45 days. * Example: If an employee has 50 days of AL, they can encash 5 days if the leaves are refused. * You are eligible to encash AL beyond 45 days at the time of separation. * **Usage:** * Leaves must be planned and applied for with at least 7-15 days’ notice for approval. ### Maternity Leave As per the Maternity Benefit Act, eligible moms get paid leave and job protection (up to 26 weeks). #### Note 1. You're eligible if you have worked for at least 80 days in the 12 months preceding your expected delivery date. 2. You can avail 26 weeks of paid leave for the first two children and 12 weeks for subsequent children. 3. You can take up to 8 weeks of this leave before your due date, allowing flexibility to prepare for childbirth. 4. You're also eligible for 6 weeks of leave in case of miscarriage or medical termination of pregnancy. 5. During the maternity leave, working for any other employer will terminate your employment with Wednesday. 6. Upon availing of this leave, you will be exempted from the regular performance cycle. 7. Try and give your team as much advance notice as possible. *** ### Complimentary Off (Comp Off) Team members may request Comp Off for working on weekends. 1. Please note that approval from both the reporting manager and delivery head is required. 2. Additionally, kindly ensure that the client is informed regarding the same. *** ## Guidelines on how to apply for leaves Making sure your leave requests are smooth and efficient: 1. Submit your requests through the HRMS. 2. Let your manager/team know. This will allow them to support you during your absence, ensuring a smoother workflow for everyone. Aim to inform them 1-2 weeks before your planned leave. 3. Remember to drop an email to for your leave request. 4. Absence without prior notice or approval will be treated as unapproved absence and may result in loss of pay or disciplinary action. *** ## Miscellaneous 1. If any employee is out of leaves it will be considered unpaid. 2. When working from home if deliverables are not met the manager can mark you for half the day. This will however be communicated with you. 3. Any planned leave will not be permitted during the notice period or during probation. 4. For employees joining mid-year, leave entitlement will be calculated from the date of joining. 5. This policy is subject to periodic review and may be amended in line with changes to applicable laws or company requirements. #### Note The above policies are only applicable to full-time employees. 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