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Original Rule Text

(2) In case a nominee pre-deceases the Government servant and the right conferred on that nominee has not been passed on to any other person under sub-rule (4) of rule 46 or the nomination made in respect of such person does not subsist or the nomination has become invalid on account of happening of any contingency mentioned therein, the share of gratuity in respect of such nominee shall be disbursed equally to all other members of the family who were eligible and alive on the date of death of the Government servant, including the members of the family in whose favour nomination has been made for payment of remaining amount of gratuity.

What This Means

Rule 47(2) of the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 deals with what happens to the gratuity share of a nominee who dies before the government employee. Gratuity is a lump-sum payment made to an employee or their family upon retirement or death. This rule clarifies that if a nominee is no longer alive, or if their nomination is invalid for some reason, their designated share of the gratuity doesn't simply disappear. Instead, it gets redistributed among the other eligible family members who were alive on the date of the government employee's death. This ensures that the gratuity benefits the family as a whole, even if the original nomination plan changes due to unforeseen circumstances.

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Key Points

  • •Applies when a nominee for gratuity pre-deceases the government servant.
  • •The deceased nominee's share is redistributed.
  • •Redistribution is among all eligible family members alive on the date of the government servant's death.
  • •Includes family members already nominated for other portions of the gratuity.
  • •Ensures fair distribution of gratuity even with changes in nominee status.

Practical Example

Mr. Sharma, a government employee, nominated his wife, Mrs. Sharma (50% share), and his son, Rohan (50% share), for his gratuity. Sadly, Rohan passed away before Mr. Sharma. According to Rule 47(2), Rohan's 50% share will not go to Rohan's children (if any), but will instead be added to Mrs. Sharma's share. Therefore, Mrs. Sharma will receive the entire 100% of Mr. Sharma's gratuity. If Mr. Sharma had other eligible family members (e.g., a dependent daughter) alive at the time of his death, Rohan's 50% share would be divided equally among Mrs. Sharma and the daughter.

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 all the nominees die before the government servant?▼
If all nominees pre-decease the government servant, the gratuity will be disbursed to the eligible family members as per the hierarchy defined in the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021, prioritizing spouse, children, parents, etc.
Does this rule apply if the nominee is disqualified for some other reason, like committing a crime?▼
This rule primarily addresses pre-deceased nominees or invalid nominations due to contingencies mentioned in the nomination itself. Disqualification due to criminal activity might be governed by other specific rules and regulations related to forfeiture of benefits.
Who are considered 'eligible family members' for the purpose of this rule?▼
Eligible family members are defined in the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 and typically include the spouse, children (including adopted children), dependent parents, and sometimes siblings, depending on their dependency and marital status.
Can the government servant change the nomination after a nominee's death?▼
Yes, the government servant can and should update the nomination form to reflect the changed circumstances after the death of a nominee. This ensures clarity and avoids potential disputes later.
Is this rule applicable to all types of government employees?▼
This rule is specifically applicable to government employees covered under the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021. Other pension schemes might have different rules regarding the distribution of gratuity in similar situations.

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

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