Rule 4 - Pension Documents
Original Rule Text
4. Government servants transferred from services and posts to which these rules do not apply.- (1) A Government servant who is transferred permanently to a service or post to which these rules apply from a service or post to which these rules do not apply shall become subject to these rules:
Provided that it shall be open to him, within six months of the date of issue of the order of his permanent transfer or, if he is on leave on that day, then, within six months of his return from leave, whichever is later, to elect to be governed by the pension rules to which he was subject immediately before the date of his transfer. (2) The option under the proviso to sub-rule (1) shall be exercised in writing and communicated to the authority making such order of transfer. (3) The option, once exercised, shall be final. General Conditions The Head of Office Sub: Intimation regarding marriage/birth of a child after retirement 4. Wife and husband shall include judicially separated wife and husband. 5. The pensioner shall intimate the details of change in family structure after retirement in Form 5. 6. Copies of birth certificates to be attached. If birth certificate is not available, then copy of any other certificate, as proof of date of birth, may be attached. to keep the above particulars up to date by notifying to the Head of Office any addition or alteration. *Providing Aadhaar No. is voluntary. However, if it is provided, consent to link it to Bank Account and also for authentication of identity from UIDAI for pension related purpose only, is presumed. (See
What This Means
Rule 4 of the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021, is all about ensuring the smooth processing of pension claims, especially for family pensions. It specifies the exact documents that need to be submitted along with Form 12. Form 12 is used to apply for family pension after the death of a government employee or pensioner. This rule aims to prevent delays and errors by clearly outlining what information and proofs are required.
The rule is crucial for both the claimant (the person applying for the pension, often a spouse or dependent) and the government department processing the claim. It ensures that the necessary information is available upfront, reducing back-and-forth communication and speeding up the pension disbursement process. The rule also addresses situations where the claimant is unable to sign or is a minor, specifying alternative documentation requirements like thumb impressions or guardian details.
Essentially, Rule 4 acts as a checklist, guiding claimants on what to gather and submit to avoid rejection or delays in receiving their entitled family pension. It's a vital step in ensuring financial security for the family of a deceased government employee.
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Key Points
- 1Specifies the documents required with Form 12 for family pension claims.
- 2Includes requirements for claimant's signatures, photographs, and undertakings.
- 3Addresses situations where the claimant is illiterate or a minor, requiring thumb impressions or guardian details.
- 4Requires proof of address and death certificate of the deceased pensioner.
- 5Aims to streamline the pension claim process and avoid delays.
Practical Example
Mrs. Sharma's husband, Mr. Sharma, a retired government employee, recently passed away. She is now applying for family pension. According to Rule 4 of the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021, she needs to submit Form 12 along with the specified documents. This includes two copies of her passport-size photographs, two specimen signatures on a separate sheet, an undertaking to refund any excess payment, and a copy of Mr. Sharma's Pension Payment Order (PPO). She also needs to provide a copy of Mr. Sharma's death certificate and her proof of permanent address. By ensuring she has all these documents ready, Mrs. Sharma can expect a smoother and faster processing of her family pension claim.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I don't have a copy of the deceased pensioner's PPO?▼
My mother is illiterate. How can she provide specimen signatures?▼
What is the purpose of the undertaking for refunding excess payment?▼
My child is the nominee, but they are a minor. What documents are required for them?▼
Are self-attested copies of documents sufficient, or do they need to be attested by a gazetted officer?▼
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Test Your Knowledge
Question 1 of 3
According to Rule 4 of the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021, how many copies of passport-size photographs of the claimant are required to be submitted along with Form 12?