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Rule 22 - Pay Fixation on Promotion | KartavyaDesk

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Original Rule Text

(a) (1) Where a Government servant holding a post, other than a tenure post, in a substantive or temporary or officiating capacity is promoted or appointed in a substantive, temporary or officiating capacity, as the case may be, subject to the fulfilment of the eligibility conditions as prescribed in the relevant Recruitment Rules, to another post carrying duties and responsibilities of greater importance than those attaching to the post held by him, his initial pay in the time-scale shall be fixed by giving one increment in the level from which the Government servant is promoted and he or she shall be placed at a cell equal to the figure so arrived at in the level of the post to which promoted or appointed and if no such cell is available in the level to which promoted or appointed, he shall be placed at the next higher cell in that level.

What This Means

F.R. 22(a)(1) deals with how your salary is fixed when you get promoted to a higher post. It essentially ensures you get a raise when taking on more responsibilities. This rule applies when a government employee, whether holding a permanent, temporary, or officiating position, is promoted or appointed to a post with greater responsibilities. The promotion must also be in line with the eligibility criteria outlined in the relevant Recruitment Rules for that new position.

In simple terms, when you get promoted, your basic pay is increased by at least one increment in your current pay level. Then, you're placed in the new pay level at a cell that matches this increased amount. If there isn't an exact match in the new level, you're placed at the next higher cell. This guarantees that your salary increases upon promotion, reflecting the increased duties and responsibilities you're now handling. This rule applies to all government servants covered under the Fundamental Rules.

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

Key Points

  • •Applies to promotions/appointments to posts with greater responsibilities.
  • •Requires fulfillment of eligibility conditions as per Recruitment Rules.
  • •Guarantees at least one increment in the previous pay level upon promotion.
  • •Pay is fixed at the equal or next higher cell in the new pay level.
  • •Covers substantive, temporary, and officiating appointments.

Practical Example

Ms. Priya Sharma is a Section Officer in the Ministry of Finance, drawing a basic pay of ₹60,000 in Level 7. She gets promoted to Under Secretary, a post in Level 10. According to F.R. 22(a)(1), her pay is first increased by one increment in Level 7. Let's say one increment in Level 7 is ₹1,800. So, her increased pay becomes ₹61,800. Now, this amount is matched in Level 10. If there's a cell in Level 10 with ₹61,800, she'll be placed there. If not, she'll be placed in the next higher cell in Level 10, say ₹62,500. This ensures her salary increases with the promotion.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this rule apply to transfers?▼
No, F.R. 22(a)(1) specifically deals with promotions or appointments to posts with greater responsibilities, not transfers.
What happens if my pay in the lower post is already higher than the starting pay in the higher post?▼
F.R. 22(a)(1) ensures you get at least one increment. If your existing pay is higher, other rules might apply to protect your salary. Consult your department's pay fixation rules.
Does this rule apply to deputation?▼
The rules regarding pay fixation on deputation are different and are governed by separate orders and guidelines issued by the government. F.R. 22(a)(1) primarily addresses promotions within the parent department.
What are Recruitment Rules?▼
Recruitment Rules are specific guidelines for each post, outlining the qualifications, experience, and other criteria required for appointment or promotion to that post. They are crucial for determining eligibility under F.R. 22(a)(1).
Is this rule applicable to all government employees?▼
This rule is applicable to all government employees who are governed by the Fundamental Rules and Supplementary Rules.

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. 22(a)(1), what is the minimum benefit a government servant is entitled to upon promotion to a post carrying greater responsibilities?

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