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Rule 64 - Pension on Deputation | KartavyaDesk

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Original Rule Text

(2) If, a Government servant retires from service, while on deputation to a State Government or while on Foreign Service, action to authorise pension and gratuity in accordance with the provisions of these rules shall be taken by the Head of Office or the Cadre authority which sanctioned deputation to the State Government or to foreign service.

What This Means

Rule 64(2) of the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 deals with a specific situation: when a government employee retires while they are on deputation to a State Government or on Foreign Service. Deputation means they are temporarily working for another government body or international organization. This rule clarifies who is responsible for processing their pension and gratuity benefits. It's not the organization they're currently working for, but rather their parent department.

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Key Points

  • •Applies to government servants retiring while on deputation (State Govt or Foreign Service).
  • •Responsibility for pension authorization lies with the 'Head of Office' or 'Cadre Authority'.
  • •The 'Head of Office' or 'Cadre Authority' is the one that originally sanctioned the deputation.
  • •Ensures continuity and clarity in pension processing during deputation.
  • •Pension and gratuity are processed according to CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021.

Practical Example

Mr. Rajesh Kumar, a Section Officer in the Ministry of Finance, was deputed to the Government of Karnataka for a period of three years. While serving in Karnataka, Mr. Kumar reached his superannuation age and retired. According to Rule 64(2), the Ministry of Finance, specifically the Head of Office or the Cadre Authority that approved his deputation, is responsible for initiating and processing his pension and gratuity. The Karnataka government will provide the necessary service details and pay certificates to the Ministry of Finance. Mr. Kumar's pension will be calculated based on his entire service, including the period spent on deputation, and disbursed by the Ministry of Finance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if the deputation was sanctioned by multiple authorities?▼
The authority that sanctioned the initial deputation is generally responsible. Consult with the Department of Pension & Pensioners' Welfare (DoPPW) for clarification in complex cases.
Does the State Government or Foreign Service organization contribute to the pension fund?▼
Yes, the State Government or Foreign Service organization typically makes contributions to the Consolidated Fund of India as per the deputation terms, which ultimately funds the pension.
What documents are required from the State Government or Foreign Service organization?▼
The Head of Office will require service verification reports, pay certificates, and any other relevant documents to accurately calculate the pension and gratuity.
What if the government servant was permanently absorbed into the State Government or Foreign Service?▼
Rule 64(2) does not apply in cases of permanent absorption. Different rules apply based on the terms of absorption and applicable agreements.
Where can I find the complete CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021?▼
The complete CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 are available on the website of the Department of Pension & Pensioners' Welfare (DoPPW).

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

Test Your Knowledge

Question 1 of 3

According to Rule 64(2) of the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021, which entity is responsible for authorizing the pension and gratuity of a government servant who retires while on deputation to a State Government?

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