Free Paternity Leave Calculator
Calculate paternity leave entitlement for government and private sector employees.
Quick answer
Central government employees get 15 days of paid paternity leave, to be taken within 6 months of the child's birth (CCS Leave Rules, Rule 43A), for up to two surviving children. There is no national law requiring paternity leave in the private sector, so it depends on company policy; 5 to 15 days is common.
Last reviewed November 2026.
How to use the Paternity Leave Calculator
Fill in these fields and the paternity leave calculator works out the rest instantly, in your browser:
- Sector (Central Government / State Government / Private Sector)
- Leave Start Date
- Daily Wage (₹)
Worked example
With Sector: Central Government; Daily Wage: 3000:
| Sector | Central Government |
| Paternity Leave Days | 15 days |
| Leave Type | Paid Leave (Govt) / As per policy (Pvt) |
| Estimated Paid Benefit | ₹45,000 |
Private sector paternity leave varies by company policy. There is no central law mandating it yet.
Frequently asked questions
Is paternity leave mandatory for private companies in India?
No. There is no central law for the private sector. Many employers offer it as part of their leave policy.
Can paternity leave be combined with other leave?
For central government employees, yes: it can be combined with other kinds of leave. Private employers set their own rules.
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