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Original Rule Text

F.R. 125. A Government servant reverts from foreign service to Government service on the date on which he takes charge of his post in Government service: Provided that if he takes leave on the conclusion of foreign service before joining his post, his reversion shall take effect from such date as the Central Government on whose establishment he is borne may decide.

What This Means

FR 125 deals with the reversion of a government servant from foreign service back to regular government service. Simply put, it defines the exact date when an employee is considered to have returned to their original government job after a period of working for another organization (foreign service). This date is crucial for determining seniority, pay, and other service-related benefits. The rule essentially states that the reversion date is the day the employee officially takes charge of their post in the government.

However, there's a caveat. If the employee takes leave immediately after their foreign service ends and *before* rejoining their government post, the reversion date isn't automatically the day they would have taken charge. Instead, the Central Government department to which the employee belongs gets to decide the effective date of reversion. This provision allows for flexibility in cases where the employee's return is delayed due to leave.

This rule directly affects government employees who are sent on foreign service assignments. It's important for them to understand how their reversion date is determined, especially if they plan to take leave between the end of their foreign service and their return to their parent department. It also impacts the administration in managing the employee's service record and entitlements.

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

Key Points

  • •Reversion from foreign service occurs when the employee takes charge of their government post.
  • •If leave is taken *before* rejoining, the Central Government decides the reversion date.
  • •The reversion date impacts seniority, pay, and other service benefits.
  • •This rule applies to all government servants returning from foreign service.
  • •Understanding this rule is crucial for managing service records and entitlements accurately.

Practical Example

Ms. Anjali Sharma, a Section Officer in the Ministry of Finance, was on foreign service with the World Bank for three years. Her foreign service ended on June 30, 2024. Instead of immediately rejoining the Ministry, she applied for and was granted 15 days of earned leave from July 1, 2024, to July 15, 2024. She finally took charge of her post in the Ministry on July 16, 2024.

Because Ms. Sharma took leave before rejoining, the Ministry of Finance, as the Central Government department concerned, will decide her reversion date. They might decide her reversion date is July 1, 2024 (the start of her leave), or July 16, 2024 (when she actually took charge). The decision will depend on various factors and the specific circumstances of her case, and will impact her subsequent salary and seniority 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 is considered 'foreign service' in the context of FR 125?▼
Foreign service refers to a period when a government servant is serving under another government, organization, or body, outside of their regular government department. This could include international organizations, state governments, or even private companies in certain cases.
If I take leave after foreign service, can I request a specific reversion date?▼
While you can certainly make a request, the final decision rests with the Central Government department to which you belong. They will consider your request along with other relevant factors before determining the reversion date.
Does FR 125 apply to employees of State Governments?▼
FR 125 is primarily applicable to employees of the Central Government. State Government employees are governed by their respective State Government rules, which may be similar but not necessarily identical. Check your State Government's financial rules.
What documentation is required when reverting from foreign service?▼
Typically, you'll need a relieving order from the foreign employer, a joining report when you take charge of your post in the government, and any leave applications if you took leave before rejoining. Your department will guide you on the specific documents required.
How does the reversion date affect my pension benefits?▼
The reversion date is crucial for calculating your continuous service, which directly impacts your pension benefits. Any delays in reversion can potentially affect the total length of qualifying service for pension purposes. Consult with your department's pension cell for specific calculations.

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

Test Your Knowledge

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According to F.R. 125, on what date does a Government servant typically revert from foreign service to Government service?

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