Rule 48 - Rewards & Fees
Original Rule Text
F.R. 48. Any Government servant is eligible to receive and, except as otherwise provided by a general or special order of the President, to retain without special permission—
(a) the premium awarded for any essay or plan in public competitions;
(b) any reward offered for the arrest of a criminal, or for information or special service in connection with the administration of justice;
(c) any reward in accordance with the provisions of any Act or Regulation or rules framed thereunder;
(d) any reward sanctioned for services in connection with the administration of the customs and excise laws; and
(e) any fees payable to a Government servant for duties which he is required to perform in his official capacity under any special or local law or by order of Government.
F.R. 48-A. A Government servant whose duties involve the carrying out of scientific or technical research shall not apply for or obtain, cause or permit any other person to apply for or obtain a patent for an invention made by such Government servant save with the permission of the Central Government and in accordance with such conditions as the Central Government may impose.
F.R. 48-B. If a question arises whether a Government servant is a Government servant to whom Fundamental Rule 48-A applies, the decision of the Central Government will be final.
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What This Means
Fundamental Rule 48 essentially defines what constitutes a 'reward' or 'fee' that a government employee might receive in addition to their regular salary. It clarifies that certain payments, even if earned through official duties, are considered rewards or fees rather than part of their standard compensation. This distinction is important because it can affect how these earnings are taxed and accounted for within the government's financial system. The rule applies to all government servants under the purview of the Fundamental Rules.
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Key Points
- 1Rule 48 defines specific instances of rewards and fees for government employees.
- 2It covers premiums for public competitions, rewards for assisting law enforcement, and rewards sanctioned under specific Acts or Regulations.
- 3It includes rewards for services related to customs and excise laws.
- 4It also covers fees for official duties performed under special laws or government orders.
Practical Example
Mr. Sharma, a Sub-Inspector in the Excise Department, played a crucial role in uncovering a large-scale smuggling operation. As a result, he received a reward of ₹10,000 sanctioned under the Central Excise Act, 1944. According to FR 48(d), this ₹10,000 is considered a reward for services connected with the administration of excise laws. Similarly, Ms. Verma, a government architect, won a ₹5,000 prize for her design in a public competition organized by the Ministry of Urban Development. This prize money falls under FR 48(a) as a premium awarded for an essay or plan in a public competition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Rule 48 apply to all government employees?▼
If I receive a reward covered under Rule 48, will it be taxed?▼
What is the difference between a 'reward' and my regular salary?▼
If I am asked to perform a duty under a special local law and receive a fee for it, is that covered under Rule 48?▼
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Test Your Knowledge
Question 1 of 3
According to Fundamental Rule 48, which of the following would be considered a 'reward' or 'fee' for a government employee?