Experience letter vs relieving letter — what's the difference?
An experience letter certifies the role an employee held and the period they worked, often used as proof of work experience for future employers. A relieving letter specifically confirms that an employee has been formally released from their duties after resignation, with no dues pending — most new employers ask for this before onboarding someone from a previous company.
What should these letters include?
At minimum: the company's letterhead details, the employee's name and designation, their period of employment (or last working date for a relieving letter), a confirmation statement, and an authorized signatory's name and designation. Keep the tone formal and factual — these letters often get filed with a new employer's HR team.
Is this legally binding?
This generates a standard-format letter suitable for most HR purposes. For anything with legal weight — disputed terminations, settlements, or full-and-final documentation — have your HR or legal team review the final wording before issuing it.