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FR/SR

Original Rule Text

NOTE 6.- The date on which a Government servant attains the age of fiftyeight years or sixty years, as the case may be, shall be determined with reference to the date of birth declared by the Government servant at the time of appointment and accepted by the Appropriate Authority on production, as far as possible, of confirmatory documentary evidence such as High School or Higher Secondary or Secondary School Certificate or extracts from Birth Register. The date of birth so declared by the Government servant and accepted by the Appropriate Authority shall not be subject to any alteration except as specified in this note. An alteration of date of birth of a Government servant can be made, with the sanction of a Ministry or Department of the Central Government, or the Comptroller and Auditor-General in regard to persons serving in the Indian Audit and

What This Means

F&SR Rule 56, Note 6, deals with determining a government servant's date of birth for retirement purposes. It emphasizes that the date of birth declared at the time of initial appointment is the primary reference point. This declaration must be supported by documentary evidence like school certificates or birth register extracts. The rule aims to prevent last-minute changes to the date of birth that could affect retirement benefits or service tenure. It applies to all government employees under the Central Government and those serving in the Indian Audit and Accounts Department.

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Key Points

  • •Date of birth declared at appointment is the primary reference.
  • •Declaration must be supported by documentary evidence.
  • •Alteration of date of birth is generally not permitted.
  • •Alteration requires sanction from the relevant Ministry/Department or the Comptroller and Auditor-General.
  • •The rule applies to all Central Government employees.

Practical Example

Ms. Priya Sharma joined the Ministry of Finance as an Assistant in 2005. At the time of her appointment, she declared her date of birth as 15th August 1965, submitting her High School certificate as proof. Now, in 2023, Ms. Sharma claims her actual date of birth is 15th August 1967 and requests a change in her service records. According to F&SR Rule 56, Note 6, this alteration is generally not permissible unless she obtains a sanction from the Ministry of Finance, which would only be granted under exceptional circumstances and with compelling evidence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What documents are acceptable as proof of date of birth?▼
High School, Higher Secondary, or Secondary School Certificates, or extracts from the Birth Register are generally accepted.
Can I change my date of birth after joining government service?▼
Generally, no. Alteration is only possible with the sanction of the relevant Ministry/Department or the Comptroller and Auditor-General, and only under exceptional circumstances.
What happens if I don't have any documentary evidence of my date of birth?▼
The Appropriate Authority will determine the date of birth based on available evidence and circumstances at the time of appointment. It's crucial to provide accurate information and supporting documents during the initial appointment process.
Does this rule apply to employees of state governments?▼
No, this rule specifically applies to Central Government employees and those serving in the Indian Audit and Accounts Department. State government employees are governed by their respective state government rules.
Who is the 'Appropriate Authority' mentioned in the rule?▼
The 'Appropriate Authority' refers to the authority designated by the government to accept and verify the date of birth declaration at the time of appointment. This varies depending on the department and level of the government servant.

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

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According to F&SR Rule 56, Note 6, what is the primary basis for determining a government servant's date of birth for retirement purposes?

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