Resigned for a Better Offer, Company Changed My Notice Period from 30 to 90 Days
I need some honest advice from people who have experience with corporate exits.
Before joining my current company, I already had around 8 months of full-time experience. In my current company, I have worked for around 4.5 months.
Recently, I got a much better job offer with a better salary and growth, so I decided to resign. I thought I fell in the junior category and only needed to serve a 30-day notice period.( 30 for junior & 90 for seniors)
I planned everything, including my new joining date, based on that understanding.
But after I submitted my resignation, HR informed that my notice period is 90 days.
After discussion, the company agreed to reduce it to 60 days as a “special consideration.” However, my new company’s joining date is next month, so I can only serve 30 days.
Now the company is asking me to:
- Serve 30 days notice
- and pay for the next 30 days
- Complete proper KT and handover before leaving
They also said that if they are not satisfied with my KT/handover, they can cancel the revised arrangement and enforce the original 90-day notice period.
I have already replied professionally and agreed to cooperate fully during the notice period, but honestly I’m still confused and stressed about the situation.