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Original Rule Text

(3) The order regarding the quantum of pension and gratuity to be granted under sub-rule (1) may be issued simultaneous with the order of imposition of penalty of compulsory retirement. Where such an order regarding the quantum of pension and gratuity to be granted under sub-rule (1) is not issued simultaneous with the order of imposition of penalty of compulsory retirement, a provisional pension and a provisional gratuity at a rate of two-thirds of full superannuation pension and gratuity shall be sanctioned to the Government servant immediately.

What This Means

Rule 40(3) of the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 deals with the pension and gratuity payable to a government servant who has been compulsorily retired as a penalty. It essentially states that when a government employee is compulsorily retired, the order specifying the exact amount of pension and gratuity they will receive should ideally be issued at the same time as the compulsory retirement order. This ensures clarity and avoids delays for the retiree.

However, if the exact pension and gratuity amount cannot be determined immediately, the rule mandates that a provisional pension and gratuity must be sanctioned right away. This provisional amount is set at two-thirds (2/3) of the full superannuation pension and gratuity the employee would have received upon normal retirement. This ensures that the employee has some financial support while the final calculations are being completed. This rule is crucial for protecting the financial interests of government employees facing compulsory retirement.

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Key Points

  • •Applies to government servants compulsorily retired as a penalty.
  • •Ideally, the order for pension and gratuity should be issued simultaneously with the compulsory retirement order.
  • •If a simultaneous order is not possible, a provisional pension and gratuity (2/3 of full superannuation benefits) must be sanctioned immediately.
  • •This ensures immediate financial support to the compulsorily retired employee.
  • •The rule aims to prevent delays in providing pension benefits in cases of compulsory retirement.

Practical Example

Mr. Verma, a government employee, was compulsorily retired due to disciplinary reasons. The order for his compulsory retirement was issued on July 1, 2024. However, the exact calculation of his pension and gratuity was still pending due to ongoing investigations. According to Rule 40(3), since the final order couldn't be issued immediately, the department sanctioned a provisional pension and gratuity for Mr. Verma. This provisional amount was calculated as two-thirds of the pension and gratuity he would have received had he retired normally. Let's say his full pension would have been ₹30,000 and gratuity ₹5,00,000. He received a provisional pension of ₹20,000 and a provisional gratuity of ₹3,33,333.33 until the final order was issued three months later, adjusting the amounts based on the final calculations.

This explanation was generated with AI assistance for educational purposes. Always refer to the official gazette notification for authoritative text.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if the final pension amount is less than the provisional amount already paid?▼
If the final calculated pension and gratuity are less than the provisional amounts already paid, the excess amount paid may be recovered from the government servant as per established procedures.
Does this rule apply to voluntary retirement?▼
No, Rule 40(3) specifically applies to cases of compulsory retirement as a penalty. Voluntary retirement is governed by different rules within the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021.
What is the purpose of providing a provisional pension?▼
The purpose of providing a provisional pension is to ensure that the government servant has some financial support immediately after compulsory retirement, while the final pension and gratuity amounts are being calculated.
Who is responsible for ensuring the provisional pension is sanctioned?▼
The concerned department or office responsible for processing the pension of the government servant is responsible for ensuring that the provisional pension and gratuity are sanctioned promptly.
Is the 2/3rd provisional pension fixed, or can it be a different amount?▼
Rule 40(3) specifies that the provisional pension and gratuity should be at a rate of two-thirds of the full superannuation pension and gratuity. This is the standard rate unless there are specific orders or guidelines providing otherwise in exceptional circumstances.

This explanation was generated with AI assistance for educational purposes. Always refer to the official gazette notification for authoritative text.

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According to Rule 40(3) of the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021, what should ideally happen when a government servant is compulsorily retired as a penalty?

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