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Relieving Letter Format for Manufacturing Company

A manufacturing relieving letter confirms that a plant employee, from operator to engineer, has been relieved after resignation and has cleared all plant formalities. It mentions token number, department and category, last working day, clearance from stores, safety, canteen and accounts, return of tools and PPE, and PF, ESI and settlement status.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]

RELIEVING LETTER

Ref. No.:
[Reference Number]
Date:
[Date]
Token / Employee ID:
[Employee ID]
Category:
[Skilled / Semi-skilled / Staff]

To,
[Employee Name]
S/o / D/o [Parent Name]
[Employee Address]

Subject: Relieving from Service

Dear [Employee Name],

With reference to your resignation dated [Date of Resignation] and its acceptance, you are relieved from the services of [Company Name], [Plant Name], [Work Location], at the end of your shift on [Last Working Day].

ParticularDetails
Designation[Designation]
Department[Department]
Date of Joining[Date of Joining]
Last Working Day[Last Working Day]
UAN[UAN]
ESI No.[ESI Number]

Clearance

  • Shift / machine responsibilities handed over to [Handover Person]
  • Tools and equipment returned to Stores
  • PPE, uniform, locker key and token card returned
  • Safety department clearance
  • Canteen and transport dues cleared
  • Advances and loans settled with Accounts

Your full and final settlement, including wages, bonus, leave encashment and gratuity where eligible, has been / will be paid on [Date]. Your PF can be transferred or withdrawn as per EPF rules using your UAN.

We thank you for your service at [Plant Name] and wish you well.

Yours faithfully,

For [Company Name]
[Authorised Signatory]
Plant HR / Factory Manager
Received by
[Employee Name]
Signature / Thumb Impression

What this template includes

  • Token or employee number and category
  • Department and plant
  • Joining and relieving dates
  • Department-wise clearance confirmation
  • Tools, PPE and ID returned
  • PF UAN and settlement status

When to use it

  • On final settlement day for a worker who resigned
  • For supervisors and engineers moving to another plant or company
  • When a new employer requests proof of relieving
  • Reissue for PF or ESI related verification

How to customise this template

  1. 1Enter the worker category and token number
  2. 2Tick the clearance departments from your form
  3. 3Mention gratuity only if paid
  4. 4Translate for workers if needed
  5. 5Sign by plant HR and factory manager per practice

HR tips

  • Hand over the letter with the settlement, not weeks later
  • Keep the PF exit date consistent with the relieving date
  • Avoid comments on disciplinary history in the relieving letter
  • Provide a copy in local language where helpful

This letter is a starting point. Ensure it is consistent with your records, standing orders and applicable labour laws on settlement, and seek legal advice where needed.

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Frequently asked questions

Who signs a factory relieving letter?+

Usually plant HR or the factory manager or occupier's authorised signatory.

Should the relieving letter mention clearance?+

Yes, a short line confirming clearance from stores, safety, canteen and accounts avoids later disputes.

Does a worker need a relieving letter to join another factory?+

Many employers ask for it as proof of exit and for PF transfer, though requirements vary.

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