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Many employment contracts bar outside work without written permission. If you want to teach, consult or work part-time elsewhere, the new organisation often asks for an NOC from your current employer. Government employees must get prior permission under conduct rules.
To whom it may concern,
This is to certify that Ms. Fathima Shahana is employed with Greenleaf Analytics Private Limited as Data Analyst since 7 August 2023.
The company has no objection to Ms. Fathima Shahana taking up part-time visiting faculty work with Rajagiri College of Management on weekends, provided it does not interfere with her duties, working hours or any confidentiality obligation towards the company.
This permission is specific to the engagement named above and may be withdrawn with written notice.
Names, numbers and dates above are examples. Replace them with yours.
No stamp paper. Letterhead. Keep a signed copy in the employee's file.
Usually if the work is unrelated, outside hours, and you ask in writing. The sample's conditions make it easier to say yes.
No. Central and state conduct rules need prior sanction from the competent authority in their own format. This letter can accompany the application.
Not by law, but many ask to avoid a dispute later.
This page is a template and general guidance for a common situation, not legal advice. Rules differ by state and office; check with the office that asked for the document. Last reviewed October 2026.