Plan your exit with exact dates.
Set your resignation date and notice period to see your last working day, the countdown, and the earliest realistic start date for your next role.
Your timeline
Pick a date and the length of your notice.
How notice periods work
From the day you resign
Notice usually starts the day you formally submit your resignation, not when it’s accepted. Confirm the start point in writing.
Build in a buffer
Give yourself a few days between your last day and a new start — for handover, paperwork, and a breather. We add a short buffer by default.
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About the Notice Period Calculator
The Notice Period Calculator finds your last working day and the number of days and weeks remaining, based on the date you resign and your notice period.
It helps you plan your handover, your final working day, and the earliest date you can realistically start a new role.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate my last working day?
Add your notice period (for example 30, 60, or 90 days) to the date you submit your resignation. This tool does that for you and counts the days left.
What is a notice period buyout?
A buyout is when part of the notice period is settled by paying salary in lieu of serving it. Whether it is allowed depends on your employment contract and company policy.
Is the notice period legally fixed?
Notice periods are set by your employment contract and company policy rather than a single fixed law, so always check your offer letter. This tool is for planning, not legal advice.
Results are simplified estimates for guidance only and are not professional advice. See our Disclaimer.
How the Notice Period Calculator works
Enter your resignation date and notice length (use the quick presets or the slider) and the tool calculates your exact last working day, a countdown, and the earliest realistic date you can start a new role after a short buffer. No more counting days on a calendar.
Notice periods vary — check your contract
Notice periods differ widely: two weeks or a month is common in many countries, while Indian IT companies often require 60 or 90 days. Some contracts count calendar days and others count business days, and many allow a buyout to leave sooner. Always confirm the exact terms in your contract before you resign, so your planned start date and any gardening leave line up. This tool counts calendar days by default.
Tips for a smooth exit
- Line up your last working day with your new role’s start date, allowing a short break.
- Understand your buyout option if you need to leave early.
- Compare your new offer properly before resigning — use the Job Offer Comparison and Salary Calculator.
Frequently asked questions
Does it count calendar or business days?
Calendar days by default. If your contract specifies working days, adjust accordingly — the tool notes this on screen.
Can I leave before my notice ends?
Often yes, through a buyout or by mutual agreement, depending on your contract and employer. Check your terms and discuss it early.