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Original Rule Text

(b)(i) Where the Pension Payment Order does not include name of any member of the family for payment of family pension or where the Head of Office is of the opinion that in accordance with the provisions of rule 50, on death of a pensioner or family pensioner, the family pension in respect of a deceased pensioner or family pensioner has become payable to a member of the family other than that whose name has been included in the Pension Payment Order under sub-rule (1) of rule 63 or sub-clause (i) or sub-clause (iv) of clause (a), including a person who became member of the family of the pensioner after his retirement, he shall, within one month of the date of receipt of a claim in Form 10, sanction the family pension in Format 13, to such member of family to whom family pension has become payable.

What This Means

In such cases, the Head of Office has a responsibility to act quickly. Within one month of receiving a claim in Form 10, they must approve the family pension in Format 13 for the eligible family member. This ensures that the rightful beneficiary receives the pension without unnecessary delays. This rule is crucial for protecting the financial security of the pensioner's family after their passing.

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Key Points

  • •Applies when the PPO doesn't include all eligible family pension recipients.
  • •Covers situations where the family pension becomes payable to a different family member after the pensioner's or original family pensioner's death.
  • •Head of Office must sanction the family pension within one month of receiving Form 10.
  • •Sanction is to be done in Format 13.
  • •Rule is linked to Rule 50 (Eligibility for Family Pension) and Rule 63 (Preparation of Pension Payment Order).

Practical Example

Mr. Sharma, a retired government employee, passed away. His Pension Payment Order only listed his wife, Mrs. Sharma, as the family pensioner. Unfortunately, Mrs. Sharma also passed away a few years later. Mr. Sharma's daughter, Priya, who was unmarried and financially dependent on her parents, submitted Form 10 to the Head of Office, claiming the family pension. According to Rule 50, Priya is now eligible for the family pension. The Head of Office, upon receiving Priya's claim, is obligated to sanction the family pension in Format 13 within one month. If the original family pension amount was ₹20,000, Priya would now receive this amount as the eligible family pensioner.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Form 10 and where can I find it?▼
Form 10 is the application form for claiming family pension. It is usually available with the Head of Office or can be downloaded from the relevant government website.
What is Format 13?▼
Format 13 is the prescribed format for sanctioning the family pension. It contains details of the pensioner, the eligible family member, and the amount of pension sanctioned.
What happens if the Head of Office fails to sanction the pension within one month?▼
Delays can cause hardship to the family. While the rule specifies a timeframe, any undue delay could be subject to administrative review and potential accountability measures.
Does this rule apply if the family member was already employed?▼
The eligibility for family pension depends on the specific circumstances and other relevant rules, including those related to income criteria and dependency. Rule 50 provides more details on eligibility.
What documents are required along with Form 10?▼
Generally, documents like the death certificate of the pensioner/family pensioner, proof of relationship with the claimant, and a declaration of dependency are required. Consult the Head of Office or the relevant department for a complete list.

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Test Your Knowledge

Question 1 of 3

According to CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021, Rule 79, within what time frame must the Head of Office sanction the family pension to an eligible family member when the Pension Payment Order (PPO) does not include the name of that member and a claim is received in Form 10?

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

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