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Change in Designation Letter

A change in designation letter updates an employee's job title, for example after a role re-mapping or title standardisation, without necessarily changing grade or pay. It records the old and new titles, effective date and any change in responsibilities.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]

CHANGE IN DESIGNATION

Ref. No.:
[Reference Number]
Date:
[Date]

To,
[Employee Name]
Employee ID: [Employee ID]
[Designation], [Department]
[Work Location]

Subject: Change in Designation

Dear [Employee Name],

As part of [Reason, e.g. the standardisation of job titles across the organisation], we are pleased to inform you that your designation is being changed with effect from [Effective Date].

ParticularsBeforeAfter
Designation[Current Designation][New Designation]
Grade[Grade][Grade / No change]
Department[Department][Department]
Reporting to[Reporting Manager][Reporting Manager]
  1. Responsibilities: [Your responsibilities remain the same / Your revised responsibilities are listed in the attached job description].
  2. Compensation: Your CTC of ₹[CTC] per annum remains unchanged.
  3. Records: HRMS, ID card and email signature will be updated by [Update Date].
  4. Other terms: All other terms of your employment remain unchanged.

We wish you continued success in your role.

Yours sincerely,

For [Company Name]
[Authorised Signatory]
[Designation]
Acknowledged and accepted by
[Employee Name]
Signature: ____________
Date: [Date]

Copy to: Personnel File; IT; Admin

What this template includes

  • Old and new designation
  • Effective date
  • Grade and CTC status
  • Revised responsibilities, if any
  • Updates to ID card, email signature and HRMS
  • Statement that other terms are unchanged

When to use it

  • Standardising job titles across the company
  • Aligning titles after a restructure or merger
  • Correcting a title that does not reflect actual duties
  • Re-titling a role at the employee's request with approval

How to customise this template

  1. 1Enter both titles exactly as in HRMS
  2. 2Say clearly whether grade and pay change
  3. 3Attach revised job description if duties change
  4. 4Inform IT and admin for ID card and email updates

HR tips

  • Do not call it a promotion if grade and pay stay the same
  • Make sure experience letters later show both titles with dates
  • Communicate title changes to the team
  • Avoid titles that suggest authority the role does not have

This template is a starting point only. Review it against applicable labour laws (including the Labour Codes in force from 21 November 2025 and the state rules being notified), your Shops & Establishments registration, standing orders and company policies, and take advice from a legal adviser where needed.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a designation change a promotion?+

Not necessarily. A promotion usually involves a higher grade and pay; a designation change may be only a title update.

Will the new designation appear in the experience letter?+

Yes. The experience letter should show each designation held with the dates.

Can a designation be lowered?+

Lowering a designation can be treated as a demotion and generally requires consent or due process. Seek advice first.