Company asking money for not serving notice period - What should i do now?

Hi, I left the company immediately after accepting a new job. What I did was wrong, and I knew it. They sent me a registered post to report back, but I replied that I can't return because I moved to a different city. I returned all of the company assets. This occurred six months ago, and since then, I haven't received any further communication from them. Last week, I applied for a PF transfer, and now they have sent me a letter stating that I have to pay a certain amount, or they will consider it unprofessional behavior and may highlight it in my professional credentials.

What should I do now? I really don't have the amount they are asking for.

Yes, you have breached the terms of your appointment letter. It is clearly evident that the relieving organization wants to recover the pay for the unserved notice period.

Practical thoughts:

1. Please comply with the exit process now. Demand an FNF statement for the figures. Check them for accuracy and send your acknowledgment.

2. You have submitted all the company-provided assets - that is good.

3. Please pay the amount irrespective of your financial conditions as you are still in a job. Obtain a clean relieving letter after all the formalities.

4. It is the right of the organization to not process your PF transfers because you have not served the notice period.

What was done is in the past now. Please leave the company on good terms. Always be professional in your conduct. Pay the money and have peace of mind - it is very important.

After you obtain your relieving letter, you may then proceed with the PF transfers.