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Maternity Benefit Act
Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 Compliance
Empower your female workforce, ensure correct maternity leave and benefits, and build a supportive and compliant workplace.
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Introduction and Value Proposition
The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, is a vital social welfare legislation that protects the employment of women during pregnancy and provides them paid leave to care for their newborn. While essential for gender inclusivity, navigating its provisions—from calculating average daily wages to managing leave duration and medical bonus—can be complex. Non-compliance not only leads to legal penalties but also damages your reputation as an employer. PCS provides expert advisory services to help you implement these benefits correctly, support your employees, and ensure full legal compliance.
Why Choose PCS?
● Empathetic Expertise: We combine legal knowledge with an understanding of the employee's needs during a critical life event.
● Accuracy Guarantee: We ensure calculations are precise, protecting you from financial discrepancies and disputes.
● Inclusive Culture Support: We help you go beyond compliance to build a truly supportive workplace for women.
Key Challenges We Solve
● Leave Calculation: Confusion over the correct calculation of paid maternity leave (26 weeks) and other related leaves.
● Wage Calculation: Difficulty in accurately calculating the "average daily wage" for determining maternity benefit payment.
● Eligibility & Documentation: Uncertainty regarding eligibility criteria (days worked) and the required medical documentation.
● Non-Discrimination: Ensuring no discrimination against female employees during pregnancy or upon return from leave.
Our Maternity Benefit Act Services
Leave Management Advisory
Guidance on the duration of leave (26 weeks, 12 weeks for adoptive mothers), nursing breaks, and leave for miscarriage.
Benefit Calculation
Accurate computation of the maternity benefit amount based on the average daily wage
Eligibility Verification
Determining an employee's eligibility for maternity benefits based on their tenure.
Documentation Review
Assistance with processing and verifying the necessary medical certificates and notices.
Policy Formulation
Helping draft and implement a robust maternity policy that meets and exceeds legal requirements.
Compliance Audits
: Reviewing your current practices to ensure they are fully compliant with the Act
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