Guides
Plain-language explainers for companies and manpower vendors.
CTC vs in-hand salary: what is the difference?CTC is what the employer spends on a worker. In-hand is what the worker receives. The gap is made of contributions and deductions that are set by law.The 50% wage rule explained for contract staffingIf allowances make up more than half of a worker's total pay, the excess is treated as wages. That raises the base on which PF, gratuity and ESIC are worked out.How to check a manpower vendor's quoteA quote is only comparable once you know the state, the skill category and what is included. Five checks cover most problems.Costs a vendor quote often leaves outA quote can look low because costs the law requires are missing. These are the six to ask about.