Is Freelancing LEGAL OR ILLEGAL, while working Full-time in a Company?? #tamil #freelancing

Is Freelancing Legal or illegal in India?
Can I do Freelancing while working in a Company?

Yes, you can do freelancing while working in a company
But, it depends on your company’s policy and how you do it.

Here's what to check first:

1. Check Your Offer Letter / Employment Contract:
• Look for clauses like:
• Non-compete
• Exclusivity
• Moonlighting policy
• If it says “you cannot take up any other paid work,” you’re legally bound not to freelance (at least without permission).

2. If your contract is flexible or silent about side gigs:
• You're generally allowed to freelance outside office hours.
• Just don’t use company time or resources.


Things to Avoid:

• Don’t take clients from your company’s industry (could lead to conflict of interest).
• Don’t let freelancing affect your full-time job performance — even one bad review from your boss can end both careers.


Safe Side Hustle Tips:

• Do freelancing in a completely different domain.
• Avoid public bragging about your side gigs until you're clear it’s safe.
• Start with small projects that don’t consume your mental energy.

Important:
If your company has a strict no-freelancing policy and you still do it secretly, that’s considered moonlighting, and it can lead to disciplinary action or even termination.

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