Unused leave can become cash in F&F. Tax rules differ for government vs private employees and for encashment while in service vs on exit — verify your case on the payslip and Form 16.
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Leave encashment tax in India: when you get money for unused leave
How leave encashment works on resignation or retirement, tax treatment for salaried employees, and what to check on your full-and-final.
6 min read · Updated 4 July 2026
Common questions
- Is leave encashment taxable?
- Often yes for private employees, with different treatment depending on whether you are in service or exiting. Check F&F and Form 16.
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