HR Glossary

What is Casual Leave?

A short-duration paid leave granted to employees in India for unforeseen personal needs, family emergencies, or urgent matters, typically ranging from 7 to 12 days per year depending on the state's Shops and Establishments Act or company policy.

Why it matters in hiring

Casual Leave comes up whenever teams compare candidates, set policy or report on people data. Getting the definition right keeps decisions consistent, which is the same reason springhire scores every applicant against the same criteria rather than on impression.

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