Offer Letter Checklist
Offer Letter Checklist: Salary, Role, Joining Date, Notice Period, Probation and Scam Checks
Freshers should read an offer letter carefully before accepting a job. This checklist explains salary, role, joining date, probation, notice period, location, documents and scam warning signs.
Job Scam SafetyWhat to Check in Offer Letter
- Company name and address
- Candidate name and role
- Salary breakup and CTC
- Fixed pay and variable pay
- Joining date and location
- Probation period
- Notice period
- Shift timing if applicable
- Documents required for joining
- HR contact details
Salary Details to Understand
Check whether the salary mentioned is monthly, yearly, fixed, variable or incentive-based. Understand deductions, PF, taxes, insurance and take-home salary. Do not assume CTC is the same as monthly in-hand salary.
Scam Warning Signs
- Offer letter sent without interview
- Payment requested for joining
- Fake company email
- Poor formatting and spelling mistakes
- Unrealistic salary for simple work
- No official company contact
Before Accepting
- Verify company website and HR email.
- Clarify role responsibilities.
- Ask salary breakup if unclear.
- Check joining documents.
- Save offer letter safely.
Related Guides
Job Scam Safety | Joining Letter Checklist | Salary Expectation Answer | Notice Period Guide | Private Jobs
FAQs
Is offer letter enough to join?
You should also verify company, role, salary, joining process and documents.
Should I pay money after offer letter?
No. Payment demand is a major warning sign.
What if salary breakup is unclear?
Ask HR for written clarification before accepting.