Government Rules — Questions & Answers
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Is personal pay considered part of my basic pay?
No, personal pay is a separate allowance added to your basic pay. It is not considered part of your basic pay for calculating other allowances or benefits ...
What if the foreign employer fails to pay the agreed-upon contributions?
Ultimately, the responsibility rests with the government employee to ensure the contributions are paid. They may need to pursue the foreign employer for re...
Where can I find this LTC FAQ online?
The circular is uploaded on the DoPT website by NIC. It is available in the 'Circulars and Orders' section under Leave Travel Concession on dopt.gov.in....
What happens if I take leave but continue to do some work for the organization I am deputed to?
FR 122 states that you must actually quit duty to be considered on leave. Continuing to work may affect your eligibility to receive leave salary from the g...
Where can I find the complete Fundamental Rules?
The complete FR and SR are usually available on the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) website or the official website of your respective ministry...
Are there any restrictions on granting premature increments?
Yes, the President can issue general or special orders that govern the granting of premature increments. These orders must be followed....
How do I determine which rules were in force at the time of my transfer?
Your department's administrative section or the relevant finance department should have records of the rules and regulations in effect at the time of your ...
What are Recruitment Rules?
Recruitment Rules are specific guidelines for each post, outlining the qualifications, experience, and other criteria required for appointment or promotion...
Can my increment be withheld without any reason?
No, your increment can only be withheld if your conduct has not been good or your work has not been satisfactory. There must be a valid reason....
I'm a civilian working in a naval dockyard. Does FR 3 apply to me?
Generally, no. FR 3 applies to government servants whose *conditions of service* are governed by Marine Regulations. If you are a civilian employee, even w...
What information should I include when consulting with the Ministry of Finance?
Your proposal should include a clear description of the proposed action, its financial implications, the relevant rule or regulation under which the power ...
Why is the rule number still shown?
Deleted rule numbers are retained in the compilation for sequential continuity and to avoid renumbering subsequent rules....
What if my higher post had a different pay structure, like a fixed salary?
This rule applies when both the lower and higher posts are on a time-scale of pay. If the higher post has a fixed salary or a different pay structure, the ...
If I am asked to perform a duty under a special local law and receive a fee for it, is that covered under Rule 48?
Yes, Rule 48(e) specifically covers fees payable to a Government servant for duties performed in their official capacity under any special or local law or ...
What are 'Army Regulations' and 'Marine Regulations'?
These are comprehensive sets of rules and instructions issued by the respective authorities (Army Headquarters and Naval Headquarters) that govern the serv...
What constitutes 'undue hardship' under FR 5A?
'Undue hardship' isn't precisely defined, but it generally refers to situations where strict application of a rule would cause significant personal or prof...
What is a 'cadre' in the context of F.R. 9(c)?
A 'cadre' is a structured group of posts within a service or establishment, created to fill positions involving duties of approximately the same character ...
Does this rule apply to transfers?
No, F.R. 22(a)(1) specifically deals with promotions or appointments to posts with greater responsibilities, not transfers....
What constitutes 'Foreign Service' under FR 111?
It refers to being seconded to a non-government entity, often an organization funded or controlled by the government, but not directly part of it. It doesn...
Does FR 127 apply to all government services?
No, it specifically applies when a service is created or expanded with the explicit understanding that the beneficiaries will contribute to its cost....