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Temporary Employment Letter

A temporary employment letter engages a worker for a short, defined need such as a festive rush, inventory audit or event, and states when the engagement ends. It gives temporary staff written proof of their pay and statutory coverage while making clear the job is not permanent.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]

TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT LETTER

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

To,
[Candidate Name]
[Candidate Address]
[City] – [PIN Code]

Subject: Temporary Employment as [Designation]

Dear [Candidate Name],

We are pleased to offer you temporary employment with [Company Name] as [Designation] at [Work Location] to support [Reason for Temporary Engagement].

  1. Period: From [Start Date] to [End Date]. Your employment will end automatically on the end date unless extended in writing.
  2. Wages: ₹[Amount] per [day/month], paid [weekly/monthly] by bank transfer, subject to statutory deductions.
  3. Working hours: [Working Hours], with weekly off on [Weekly Off]. Approved overtime will be paid as per law.
  4. Statutory benefits: You will be enrolled under PF and ESI where applicable. Please share your UAN, if any, and your ESI details on joining.
  5. Early release: The company may release you before the end date if the work is completed early, with [Notice Days] days' notice or wages in lieu. You may also resign with the same notice.
  6. Status: This is a temporary engagement and does not give you any right to permanent employment. Any future vacancy will be filled through the normal selection process, where you are welcome to apply.
  7. Conduct: You will follow the company rules, safety instructions and POSH policy, and keep customer information confidential.

Please bring your PAN, Aadhaar (masked copy), bank details and two photographs on your first day.

Kindly sign the duplicate copy in acceptance.

Yours sincerely,

For [Company Name]
[Authorised Signatory]
[Designation]
Accepted
[Candidate Name]
Signature: ____________
Date: [Date]

What this template includes

  • Reason for the temporary engagement
  • Start and expected end date
  • Daily or monthly wage with payment schedule
  • PF and ESI coverage where applicable
  • Release on completion without further notice
  • Statement that the engagement creates no claim to permanent employment

When to use it

  • Festive season or sale period staffing in retail and e-commerce
  • Year-end stock counts, audits or data-entry backlogs
  • Short events, exhibitions or campaigns
  • Covering a permanent employee on short leave

How to customise this template

  1. 1Describe the specific temporary need in one line
  2. 2Choose daily or monthly wages and delete the other
  3. 3Check the wage against the minimum wage for your state and skill category
  4. 4Add shift timings if the work runs in shifts

HR tips

  • Pay at least the applicable minimum wage
  • Register temporary staff in attendance and wage registers
  • Do not keep extending temporary letters for regular work
  • Issue a short experience letter on completion if asked

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

Do temporary employees get PF?+

PF coverage depends on the establishment being covered and the wage ceiling rules. Many temporary workers must be enrolled from day one; check with your payroll team.

How long can someone be kept as temporary?+

Temporary engagement should match a genuinely temporary need. If the work is regular and continues, consider a fixed-term or permanent appointment.

Is a notice period required for temporary staff?+

Usually the engagement ends on the stated date. For release before that date, give the short notice mentioned in the letter.