Rule 36 - Pension Revision
Original Rule Text
36. Revision of pension.– In cases where the amount of pension payable is revised for some reason, payment at the revised rate, including arrears, if any, may be paid in the manner specified by the Controller General of Accounts and Department of Pensions and Pensioners’ Welfare.
What This Means
Rule 36 of the Receipt and Payment Rules deals with situations where a pensioner's pension amount needs to be changed after it has already started being paid out. This could happen for various reasons, such as a correction in the calculation, a change in government policy affecting pension amounts, or a court order. The rule essentially says that when a pension is revised, the revised amount, along with any back payments (arrears) owed due to the change, will be paid out according to the instructions given by the Controller General of Accounts (CGA) and the Department of Pensions and Pensioners' Welfare (DoPPW).
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Key Points
- 1Rule 36 addresses the revision of pension amounts after initial disbursement.
- 2Revisions can occur due to calculation errors, policy changes, or court orders.
- 3Payment of the revised pension and any arrears will follow guidelines issued by the CGA and DoPPW.
- 4The rule ensures pensioners receive the correct amount after a revision.
- 5It emphasizes adherence to established procedures for handling pension revisions.
Practical Example
Mr. Sharma, a retired government employee, was initially receiving a pension of ₹25,000 per month. However, after a review of his service records, it was discovered that his qualifying service period was longer than initially calculated. As a result, his pension was revised upwards to ₹28,000 per month. According to Rule 36, Mr. Sharma will now receive ₹28,000 monthly. Furthermore, he is entitled to arrears for the difference between the old and new pension amounts for the period since his retirement. The exact calculation and disbursement of these arrears will be handled according to the procedures outlined by the CGA and DoPPW.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if my pension is revised downwards?▼
Who decides the manner of payment for revised pensions and arrears?▼
What documents are required to claim arrears due to pension revision?▼
Does Rule 36 apply to family pensions as well?▼
Where can I find the latest guidelines from CGA and DoPPW regarding pension revisions?▼
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Test Your Knowledge
Question 1 of 3
According to Rule 36 of the Receipt and Payment Rules, in the event of a pension revision, who provides the instructions for the payment of the revised amount and any arrears?