KartavyaDesk

Rule 75 - Provisional Pension | KartavyaDesk

CCS Pension

Original Rule Text

75. Sanction, drawal and disbursement of provisional family pension and provisional gratuity on death of a Government servant.- (1) In the case of death of a Government servant, after a claim for family pension has been received by the Head of Office in accordance with rule 71 and the Head of Office is satisfied regarding the eligibility of the claimant for family pension, he shall draw provisional family pension not exceeding the maximum family pension as determined in accordance with the provisions of these rules, within fifteen days of the receipt of the claim. For this purpose, the Head of Office shall adopt the following procedure, namely :-

What This Means

Rule 75 of the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021, focuses on providing immediate financial relief to the family of a deceased government servant. It mandates that the Head of Office must sanction and disburse a provisional family pension and gratuity within 15 days of receiving a valid claim. This ensures that the family isn't left without income while the full pension claim is being processed. The provisional family pension amount cannot exceed the maximum family pension allowable under the rules.

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

Key Points

  • •Deals with provisional family pension and gratuity upon the death of a government servant.
  • •Head of Office is responsible for sanctioning and disbursing the provisional payments.
  • •Payment must be made within 15 days of receiving a valid claim.
  • •Provisional family pension cannot exceed the maximum allowable family pension.
  • •Aims to provide immediate financial support to the bereaved family.

Practical Example

Mr. Sharma, a Section Officer in the Ministry of Finance, tragically passed away. His wife, Mrs. Sharma, submitted a claim for family pension to the Head of Office. Upon receiving the claim and verifying Mrs. Sharma's eligibility, the Head of Office initiated the process for provisional family pension. Within 10 days, Mrs. Sharma received a provisional family pension of ₹45,000 per month, which was determined to be the maximum allowable family pension based on Mr. Sharma's last drawn salary. This ensured that Mrs. Sharma had immediate financial support while the full pension claim was being processed.

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 Head of Office delays the provisional pension disbursement beyond 15 days?▼
While the rule mandates disbursement within 15 days, delays can occur. However, the Head of Office is accountable for the delay and should provide a valid reason. Any undue delay could be subject to scrutiny.
Is the provisional family pension the same as the full family pension?▼
No, the provisional family pension is an interim payment made to provide immediate relief. The full family pension amount is determined after a thorough assessment of the deceased employee's service record and other relevant factors.
What documents are required to claim provisional family pension?▼
Typically, the death certificate of the government servant, the claimant's identity proof, proof of relationship (e.g., marriage certificate), and a formal application form are required. Refer to Rule 71 for detailed requirements.
Does Rule 75 also apply to employees covered under the National Pension System (NPS)?▼
The applicability to NPS employees depends on the specific regulations governing NPS and the options exercised by the employee. While the principle of providing immediate relief remains, the process and amounts may differ.
What is the maximum amount of provisional gratuity that can be sanctioned?▼
Rule 75 primarily focuses on provisional family pension. The rules regarding provisional gratuity sanctioning and disbursement will be detailed elsewhere in the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021.

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 75 of the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021, what is the maximum time limit within which the Head of Office must draw the provisional family pension after receiving a claim?

Related Rules

Rule 62CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 - Rule 62Rule 19CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 - Rule 19Rule 65CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 - Rule 65Rule 68CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 - Rule 68Rule 72CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 - Rule 72

Need help understanding this rule?

Ask Niti — your AI assistant for CCS Pension and other government rules