Guidelines regarding grant of ‘Vigilance Clearance’ to members of Central Civil Services / Posts.
No.11012/11/2007-Estt.A
Government of India
Ministry of Personnel, PG & Pensions
Department of Personnel & Training
New Delhi dated 27th September, 2011
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Subject: Guidelines regarding grant of ‘Vigilance Clearance’ to members of Central Civil Services / Posts.
The undersigned is directed to say that it has been decided by the Government that officers who have not submitted the Annual Immovable Property Returns by the prescribed time would be denied vigilance clearance and Will not be considered for empanelment for senior level posts in Government of India.
2. Accordingly, in this Department’s OM No. 11012/11/2007-Estt.A dated 14.12.2007, laying down guidelines regarding grant of vigilance clearance to members of Central Civil Services / Posts, in para 2 a new sub-para (f) will be inserted as under:
(f) Vigilance clearance shall be denied to an officer if he fails to submit his annual immovable property return of the previous year by 31stJanuary of the following year, as required under Government of India decisions under Rule 18 of the Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rule, 1964.
(U.S.Chattopadhyay)
Under Secretary to the Government of India
Transfer / Posting in PS Gr. B cadre.
PMG Nagpur Region has issued the following tranfer orders in PS Gr. B Cadre.
1. Shri R. W. Hukare, SRM, 'F' Division Nagpur to be Sr. PM, Nagpur GPO.
2. Shri N. N. Shirkhande, Sr. PM, Nagpur GPO to be ADPS (P & L) RO Nagpur.
3. Shri K. N. Bawankule, ASP (HQ) Chandrapur Division to be SRM, 'F' Division, Nagpur.
1. Shri R. W. Hukare, SRM, 'F' Division Nagpur to be Sr. PM, Nagpur GPO.
2. Shri N. N. Shirkhande, Sr. PM, Nagpur GPO to be ADPS (P & L) RO Nagpur.
3. Shri K. N. Bawankule, ASP (HQ) Chandrapur Division to be SRM, 'F' Division, Nagpur.
No limit to keep money in SB Accounts
SB ORDER NO. 20/2011
No. F.No.113-23/2005-SB
Government of India
Ministry of Communications & IT
Department of Posts
Dak Bhawan, Sansad Marg,
New Delhi-110001,
Dated: 27.09.2011
To All Heads of Circles/Regions/ Addl. Director General, APS, New Delhi.
Subject:- Removal of ceiling of maximum balance to be retained in a post office savings account- amendment to Rule-4 of the Post Office Savings Account Rules 1981 regarding.
Sir/Madam,
The undersigned is directed to say that issue of removal of ceiling of Rs.1 lac in single savings account and Rs.2 Lac in Joint Savings Account fixed in the year 2000 was under consideration in the Min. of Finance (DEA). This issue was linked to the benefit of exemption in Income Tax on the interest earned in Post Office Savings Account under Section10(15) (i) of Income Tax Act, 1961 by the CBDT and Min. of Finance (DEA). After sustained efforts on the part of this Directorate, Min. of Finance (DEA) has now amended Rule-4 of the Post Office Savings Account Rules 1981 vide G.S.R.681(E) F.No.2/5/2006-NS-II dated 15.9.2011 (copy enclosed). Some major benefits of this amendment are given below:
(i) From 1.10.2011, there will be no limit for retaining balance in single as well as joint savings account.
(ii) A depositor or depositor(s) can deposit any amount into single as well as joint savings account.
(iii) Maturity value of any savings instrument can be credited into savings account of the depositor standing in the same post office irrespective of the balance in the account.
(i) Any cheque either issued by Postmaster or any other authority irrespective of any amount can be credited into post office savings account irrespective of the balance in the account.
(ii) From the Financial year 2011-12, Interest income of Rs.3500/- in the case of single account and Rs.7000/- in case of Joint account will be exempted from Income Tax. (Section 10(15) (i) of Income Tax Act, 1961 amended vide Notification No. 32/2010 {F.No. 173/13/2011-IT A.I}/S.O.1296(E) dated 03.06.2011)
(iii) It is the duty of the depositor(s) to show the interest income earned from Post Office Savings Account(s) beyond the limit prescribed above in the Income Tax return and pay due Income Tax.
1. It is requested that all field units may be directed to give wide publicity to these changes in the shape of Public Notice and printing of leaflets.
2. This issues with the approval of DDG(FS).
Yours faithfully,
(Kawal Jit Singh)
Assistant Director (SB
Up-gradation of Grade Pay from Rs 4200/- to Rs 4600/- for Inspector, Posts w.e.f.01.01.2006.
To
The Director General (Posts)
Department of Posts
Dak Bhawan, N. Delhi-110001
No.CHQ/IPASP/SCPC Dated 27.09.2011
Sub: Up-gradation of Grade Pay from Rs 4200/- to Rs 4600/- for Inspector, Posts w.e.f. 01.01.2006.
Ref:- Postal Directorate No. 4-12/2009-PCC dated 22-03-2010
Respected Madam,
At the outset, the Association conveys its sincere thanks for giving us an opportunity to meet you on 11.08.2011 to discuss the issues raised by us in our charter of demands submitted to the Department on 04.07.2011.
The views of the Department on the issue of up-gradation of Grade Pay of Inspector, Posts from Rs.4200/- to Rs.4600/- with effect from 01.01.2006 and merger of post of Assistant Superintendent, Posts with the post of PS Group "B" as both are having Gazetted status and difference in Grade Pay is only Rs.200/- were conveyed to the Association vide Postal Directorate No. 01/01/2011-SR dated 25.08.2011 which is reproduced below:-
" The Association was apprised that the proposal to revise the Grade Pay of Inspector Posts from Rs.4200 to Rs.4600 did not find favour with the Ministry of Finance on the ground that there cannot be two levels in the same hierarchy i.e., IPOs & ASPOs drawing the same grade pay. They were further informed that the proposal could be considered only if IPOs & ASPOs cadres are merged into one cadre and the gazetted status of ASPOs is foregone. The Association agreed to submit a revised proposal to be considered by the Department."
The above view of the Department was discussed in the CWC held at Patna from 23.09.2011 to 24.09.2011 and the members of CWC had expressed their concern for withdrawal of Gazetted status conferred to the post of ASP vide Postal Directorate No. 25-18/2000-PE-I dated 28.07.2005 as there is no instance/precedence in Central Government that Gazetted status conferred to a post has been withdrawn subsequently and the CWC had concluded that it is not agreeable for withdrawal of Gazetted status conferred to the post of ASP. It amounts to de-promotion of ASP to the post of IP. The arguments put forth by the MoF that there cannot be two levels in the same hierarchy is not acceptable as such kind of two levels exist in Audit / Accounts Departments under the Govt. of India viz. A.O. and its next promotional post Sr. A.O. are in the same Grade Pay of Rs.5400/- in PB-2. While considering the IP cadre, the Department of Expenditure, MoF is applying different norms which are neither relevant nor logical, which this Association strongly opposes.
In view of above, it is requested that the Grade Pay of Inspector Posts be upgraded from Rs. 4200/- to Rs.4600/- w.e.f. 01.01.2006 without insisting the condition of withdrawal of Gazetted status to the post of ASP.
We hope that above revised proposal will be considered by the Department favourably.
With regards,
Yours sincerely,
(ROOP CHAND)
General Secretary
DPC for JTS held on 26/9/2011.
GS visited to Postal Directorate on 27/7/2011 and it came to his notice that, DPC for promotion to JTS Gr. A Cadre has been held yesterday and allotment orders are likely to be issued shortly.
MEETING NOTICE FOR CADRE RESTRUCTURING COMMITTEE
A meeting of `Cadre Restructuring Committee for Group `C` employees will be held under the Chairmanship of DDG (P) on 29.09.11 at 15 hrs in Meeting Room No. 347-D of Dak Bhawan. All the Members of the Committee are requested to make it convenient to attend.
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(Subhash Chander)
Director (SR & Legal)
Minutes of the CWC meeting at Patna (Bihar) on 23rd & 24th September,2011
The posting in the CHQ blog is reproduced below for information of all concerned.
As notified, Central Working Committee meeting of the Association was held at Patna (Bihar) on 23rd & 24th September,2011 under the president ship of Sh. Dinesh Khare, President. CWC was attended by 16 Circle branches except Assam, Haryana, H. P., Punjab and Uttrakhand. J&K Circle Branch is defunct. CWC was well attended as expected. S/ Sh. S. Samuel, Former G. S,. Janardan Sharma, SSPOs Meerut, Shyam Pandey, SSPOs Patna, D.C. Sharma , AD (Admn),GPO, New Delhi attended the CWC as Special Invitees . The meeting was held in cordial atmosphere and healthy deliberations took place on the agenda of the meeting. After confirmation of minutes of last CWC held at Ambaji (Gujarat) and detailed discussions, following decisions were taken by the CWC unanimously:
1 Upgradation of Grade Pay of IP from Rs 4200/- to Rs 4600/- w e f 01.01.2006
The subject matter was discussed in detail. All the 16 Circles branches actively participated in the debate and pros and cons of merger of the post of IP with the post of ASP, withdrawal of Gazetted status to the post of ASP & its merits / demerits and also benefit of MACP up to the level of Rs 5400/- Grade Pay was notified, Central Working Committee meeting of the Association was held at Patna (Bihar) on 23rd & 24th September,2011 under the president ship of Sh. Dinesh Khare, President. CWC was attended by 16 Circle branches except Assam, Haryana, H. P., Punjab and Uttrakhand. J&K Circle Branches discussed in thread bare. After that, 5 Circles (Chhattis Garh, Karnataka, N.E.,Orissa,Uttrakhand ) expressed their decision in favour of merger and also withdrawal of Gazetted Status to the post of ASP. 2 Circles (U.P., W.B.) supported the merger of the post of ASP with PS Group “ B”. No opinion was received from 2 Circles (Haryana, H.P.). Remaining 12 Circles (A.P., Assam, Bihar, Delhi, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Kerala, M.P., Maharashtra, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamilnadu) supported the merger of the post of IP with the post of ASP without withdrawal of Gazetted status to the post of ASP. Finally, it was decided to put pressure on the Postal Directorate to upgrade the GP of IP from Rs 4200/- to Rs 4600/- without disturbing the Gazetted status conferred to the post of ASP vide No.25-18/2000-PE-I dated 28.07.2005 failing which agitational programme will be initiated by the CHQ after waiting for outcome of final orders from CAT, Ernakulam.
2 Restructuring of Inspector, Posts cadre
General Secretary explained the august body the importance of restructuring of IP cadre and also developments taking place in other cadres after VI CPC. Members from various Circles expressed that workload of IP cadre has increased manifold due to introduction of new schemes and induction of technology. The norms for sanctioning the post of IP/ASP were framed long back. Though, norms for other cadres i.e. PA, Postman, MTS have been revised, the same has not yet been touched by the Department. Hence, it was decided to discuss the matter by the Circle Working Committees and suggest the CHQ the lines on which the restructuring should be taken up with the Postal Directorate. Circle Secretaries were requested to finalize the draft recommendations of their Circles and send the same to the CHQ by 30.11.2011.
3 Revision of rates of remuneration for invigilation duty
General Secretary informed that matter is under process in the Postal Directorate and orders are likely to be issued very soon.
4 Regular Promotion to PS Group “B”
G. S. informed that he is in touch with the Postal Directorate on the issue. Release of list for the year 2011 is being delayed due to non settlement of below bench mark cases by some Circles. List is expected to be released shortly.
5 MACP Scheme
As decided in the last CWC, matter regarding non issue of MACP memo in Chhattisgarh, M. P. & Uttrakhand Circles was taken up by the CHQ with the Department. Now, no MACP memo is pending for issue in any of the Circles.
6 Postmaster cadre in Postal Wing and its effect on IP & PS Group “B” cadres
G. S. informed the CWC that revised recruitment rules for PS Group “B” are being framed by the Department and quota of General Line officials is being reduced from 6% to 3% as they have been given 29 out of 116 (25%) posts of Senior Postmaster by promotion through DPC in Postmaster cadre.
7 Supply of Laptops for all the IPs/ASPs
G. S. informed the CWC that above issue has been taken up with the Department and issue is being examined by the Technology Division of the Postal Directorate.
8 Non issue of combined All India Seniority List of IPs from the year 1999
G. S. will issue reminder to the D. G. (Posts) in this regard.
9 Postal Inspector
Important matters are being published in the web blog of the CHQ. So far, two issues of Postal Inspector have been brought out after last A.I.C.
10 Quota to CHQ by Circle branches
Circle branches are not remitting due quota to the CHQ. G. S. requested all Circle Secretaries to remit due quota to the CHQ Treasurer in order to improve financial position of the CHQ.
11 Next All India Confernce
Karnataka Circle informed that they will host 37th AIC of the Association and the same will be held at Bangalore from 27.01.2012 to 29.01.2012. Donation Coupons were distributed to all 16 Circle branches present in the CWC. Donation Coupons to remaining Circle branches will be sent by the Reception Committee. CHQ requested all Circle Secretaries to make sincere efforts to sell donation coupons and remit sale proceeds to Karnataka Circle.
Elaborate arrangements were made for conducting CWC at PATNA by Sh. Rajdeo Prasad, Circle Secretary, Bihar and his team. CHQ conveys its sincere thanks to them as well to all the CWC office bearers / Circle Secretaries for their co-operation during CWC.
Development in CAT case 381/2010 filed at CAT Ernakulam
As ascertained from the counsel, our case has been heard today (22/9/2011) by the Tribunal and the decision is kept reserved. We may expect the judgement by approx. 15-20 days.
Thanks.
Permanand
Transfer under Rule 38 :- IP cadre
Smt. Geetu Kumari, IP (Project Arrow Monitoring) O/O PMG, Indore Region, Indore (M.P) stands allotted to Mumbai Region. (Maharashtra)
Merits & Demerits of merger of the post of IP with the post of ASP
Merits & Demerits of merger of the post of IP with the post of ASP
MERITS
1. All officers working in Inspector, Posts cadre will definitely get Grade Pay of Rs.4800/- or Rs.5400/- in PB-2, as case may be, as many officers in the cadre are stagnating at the Grade Pay of Rs.4600/- or Rs.4800/- and also retiring as ASPOs or with out getting regular promotion in PS Group "B".
2. All existing incumbents in ASP grade will get bonus.
3. Merger will be beneficial at the time of next Central Pay Commission for parity with other Inspectors in CBDT/CBEC and Assistants in CSS.
4. All direct recruit Inspectors through SSC will get Grade Pay of Rs.5400/- in PB-3 as IIIrd MACP( Rs.4800/-, Rs.5400 in PB-2, Rs.5400 in PB-3 with additional increment).
5. Every officer in the Inspector, Posts cadre will get financial benefit through this merger.
6. Consequent upon merger, merged post and its next promoted post of PS Group 'B' will be at par with Inspectors in CBDT/CBEC and Assistants in CSS and their next promoted post i.e. Income Tax Officer/ Superintendent/ Section Officer.
7. Anomaly created by the MoF in the year 2004 as well as 2009 will be settled for ever and merged post in the Department of Posts will be comparable with the other Inspectors in the Central Government.
DEMERITS
1. The existing incumbents working as ASP will loose their social status of Gazetted Officer after merger.
2. The immunity of ASP will be withdrawn after merger i.e. change in Appointing / Disciplinary Authority.
3. In the next Central Pay Commission, it may be possible that existing GP of Rs. 4600/- and Rs. 4800/- in Gazetted Group 'B' may get single GP which will not be available for GP of Rs. 4600/- in Non-Gazetted Group 'B'.
4. Facility of issuing a Demi-Official letter given to existing incumbents as ASP will be no more.
1. All officers working in Inspector, Posts cadre will definitely get Grade Pay of Rs.4800/- or Rs.5400/- in PB-2, as case may be, as many officers in the cadre are stagnating at the Grade Pay of Rs.4600/- or Rs.4800/- and also retiring as ASPOs or with out getting regular promotion in PS Group "B".
2. All existing incumbents in ASP grade will get bonus.
3. Merger will be beneficial at the time of next Central Pay Commission for parity with other Inspectors in CBDT/CBEC and Assistants in CSS.
4. All direct recruit Inspectors through SSC will get Grade Pay of Rs.5400/- in PB-3 as IIIrd MACP( Rs.4800/-, Rs.5400 in PB-2, Rs.5400 in PB-3 with additional increment).
5. Every officer in the Inspector, Posts cadre will get financial benefit through this merger.
6. Consequent upon merger, merged post and its next promoted post of PS Group 'B' will be at par with Inspectors in CBDT/CBEC and Assistants in CSS and their next promoted post i.e. Income Tax Officer/ Superintendent/ Section Officer.
7. Anomaly created by the MoF in the year 2004 as well as 2009 will be settled for ever and merged post in the Department of Posts will be comparable with the other Inspectors in the Central Government.
DEMERITS
1. The existing incumbents working as ASP will loose their social status of Gazetted Officer after merger.
2. The immunity of ASP will be withdrawn after merger i.e. change in Appointing / Disciplinary Authority.
3. In the next Central Pay Commission, it may be possible that existing GP of Rs. 4600/- and Rs. 4800/- in Gazetted Group 'B' may get single GP which will not be available for GP of Rs. 4600/- in Non-Gazetted Group 'B'.
4. Facility of issuing a Demi-Official letter given to existing incumbents as ASP will be no more.
GS writes to DG(Posts) to include CS, Punjab as another member to represent staff side in the Committee constituted to look into promotional prospects of IPOs/ASPOs
No. CHQ/IPASP/ROC/2011 Dated : 19.09.2011
To
The Secretary (Posts)
Department of Posts
Dak Bhawan
New Delhi - 110001
Sub: Constitution of Committee to look into promotional prospects of IPOs/ASPOs - reg.
Ref: Postal Directorate No. 01/01/2011-SR dated 9th September 2011.
Respected Madam,
To
The Secretary (Posts)
Department of Posts
Dak Bhawan
New Delhi - 110001
Sub: Constitution of Committee to look into promotional prospects of IPOs/ASPOs - reg.
Ref: Postal Directorate No. 01/01/2011-SR dated 9th September 2011.
Respected Madam,
At the outset, the Association is thankful to the Department for constitution of Committee to examine the above issue. From staff side, only two members of the Association have been nominated in the said Committee. The Association requests that one more member i.e. Circle Secretary, Punjab Circle may also be nominated from the staff side to put forth its views before the Committee.
2. We hope positive action will be taken in this regard by the Department.
Yours sincerely,
(Roop Chand)
General Secretary
Constitution of Committee to look into promotional prospects of IPOs/ASPOs
Postal Directorate has issued Office Order on the above subject vide No. 01/01/2011-SR dated 09.09.2011 which is reproduced below:-
Sub:- Secretary (P)'s meeting with All India Association &Asstt. Superintendent Posts on 11.08.2011- Para (ii)- Constitution of Committee to look into promotional prospects of IPOs/ASPOs-reg.
Sub:- Secretary (P)'s meeting with All India Association &Asstt. Superintendent Posts on 11.08.2011- Para (ii)- Constitution of Committee to look into promotional prospects of IPOs/ASPOs-reg.
2. This has reference to minutes of Secretary (P)'s meeting dated 11.08.2011 circulated vide communication of even number dated 25.08.2011 on the above subject.
3. As per decision taken in regard to Para (ii) dealing with promotional prospects of IPOs/ASPOs, a Committee comprising the following is constituted to examine the issue and submit its report.
OFFICIAL SIDE STAFF SIDE
Member (Personnel)- Chairperson President, AIAIPASP
DDG (Personnel) General Secretary, AIAIPASP
DDG(Establishment)
Director(T&C)
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(Subhash Chander)
Director (SR&Legal)
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