Rule 32 - Provisional DCRG
Original Rule Text
32. Payment of Gratuity.– (1) Except as hereinafter provided, gratuity shall not be paid except on an authority received from the PAO to whom the sanction is communicated by the sanctioning authority.
(2) It shall be made in the same manner as provided in rules relating to Provident Funds.
(3) Provisional gratuity sanctioned by a competent authority in respect of a retired Government servant shall be drawn separately for each gratuitant by the Head of the office in which he last served.
(4) The provisions of sub-rule (1) shall apply mutatis mutandis to the drawal and disbursement of provisional death-cum-retirement gratuity payable to family of a Government servant who died while in service.
What This Means
Rule 32(4) of the Receipt and Payment Rules deals with the disbursement of provisional Death-cum-Retirement Gratuity (DCRG) to the family of a government servant who passes away while still employed. Essentially, it states that the same rules that apply to drawing and disbursing regular payments (as outlined in sub-rule (1) of Rule 32) also apply to the provisional DCRG. This ensures a consistent and standardized process, even in the unfortunate event of an employee's death. The aim is to provide timely financial assistance to the bereaved family during a difficult time.
In simpler terms, think of it like this: the government wants to make sure the process for giving the family a temporary payment (provisional DCRG) after an employee's death is handled the same way as other regular payments. This means using the same procedures for withdrawing the money and giving it to the family. This rule aims to streamline the process and avoid unnecessary delays or confusion.
This rule directly affects the family members of deceased government employees who are eligible for DCRG. It also impacts the government employees responsible for processing and disbursing these payments, ensuring they follow the correct procedures and guidelines.
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Key Points
- 1Rule 32(4) concerns provisional Death-cum-Retirement Gratuity (DCRG).
- 2It applies when a government servant dies while in service.
- 3Sub-rule (1) of Rule 32's provisions apply to the drawal and disbursement of provisional DCRG.
- 4The rule ensures a consistent process for disbursing provisional DCRG.
- 5It aims to provide timely financial assistance to the family of the deceased.
Practical Example
Mr. Sharma, a Section Officer in the Ministry of Finance, unfortunately passed away while still in service. His wife, Mrs. Sharma, is eligible for provisional DCRG. According to Rule 32(4), the Accounts Officer, Mr. Verma, must follow the same procedures for drawing and disbursing this provisional gratuity as he would for any other regular payment. This includes proper documentation, authorization, and accounting practices. The provisional DCRG amount is calculated to be ₹2,00,000. Mr. Verma ensures that the payment is processed quickly and efficiently, adhering to the guidelines outlined in sub-rule (1) of Rule 32, so that Mrs. Sharma receives the financial assistance promptly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Test Your Knowledge
Question 1 of 3
According to Rule 32(4) of the Receipt and Payment Rules, which of the following payments is governed by the provisions of sub-rule (1) of Rule 32, mutatis mutandis?