Can a salary deduction policy for tardiness be legally implemented?

I am a global HR manager in Korea and we have a subsidiary in India. They are often late, so I am thinking of implementing a late penalty policy. If an employee is late more than three times a month, their salary would be deducted proportional to the time missed. Is it legal to do this if the policy is included in the employment contract? Also, can we put this as a separate document called “consent for deduction” instead of rewriting the contract?

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Advocate By LEAD INDIA Answered: 12 Feb 2025

Sir, it is possible to implement a late penalty policy if it's clearly outlined in the employment contract and follows Indian labor laws. You can use a separate "consent for deduction" document instead of rewriting the contract. Just make sure the deductions are fair, transparent, and in line with local regulations. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.
 

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