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Internal Transfer Letter

An internal transfer letter confirms that an employee selected through an internal job posting (IJP) or internal application will move to a new role. It covers the new role, the agreed release date from the current team and any revised terms.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]

INTERNAL TRANSFER LETTER

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

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

Subject: Internal Transfer to [New Designation], [New Department]

Dear [Employee Name],

Congratulations! Following your application under Internal Job Posting [IJP Reference] and the selection process held on [Selection Date], you have been selected for the role of [New Designation] in [New Department].

ParticularsCurrent RoleNew Role
Designation[Current Designation][New Designation]
Department[Current Department][New Department]
Reporting Manager[Current Manager][Reporting Manager]
Grade[Grade][Grade]
Work Location[Work Location][Work Location]
Annual CTC (₹)[Amount][CTC]
  1. Release date: As agreed with your current manager, you will be released on [Release Date] and will join the new team on [Effective Date].
  2. Handover: Please complete a documented handover before release.
  3. Settling-in period: You will have a role-settling period of [Settling Period] months, with a review by your new manager.
  4. Continuity: Your service, leave balance and PF continue without break.
  5. Other terms: All other terms of your employment remain unchanged.

We wish you every success in your new role.

Yours sincerely,

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

Copy to: Personnel File; [Current Manager]; [Reporting Manager]; Payroll

What this template includes

  • Reference to IJP or internal application
  • New designation, department and manager
  • Release date agreed with current manager
  • Revised CTC or grade, if any
  • Probation in new role, if any
  • Continuity of service

When to use it

  • An employee is selected for a new role through IJP
  • An internal application for another team is approved
  • Moving high performers into open roles before hiring externally
  • Cross-functional career moves

How to customise this template

  1. 1Enter the IJP reference number
  2. 2Agree the release date before issuing
  3. 3Fill revised CTC only if approved
  4. 4Mention whether a role probation applies

HR tips

  • Do not block good internal moves; it hurts retention
  • Keep a fair release period, usually a few weeks
  • Brief the new manager on the employee's history
  • Celebrate internal moves to encourage others

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

What is an internal job posting?+

An IJP is an internal advertisement of an open role so existing employees can apply before or alongside external hiring.

Does service continue after an internal transfer?+

Yes. The employee stays with the same employer, so service, PF and leave continue.

Can a current manager stop an internal transfer?+

Policies usually allow the manager to agree a reasonable release date but not to block a selected move indefinitely.