Rly Board’s Estt. Circulars 2005
July 24, 2011
RBE No.03/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)1/2004/AL-28/15 Dated 12.1.05
(RBE No.03/05)
Sub: Grant of Composite Transfer Grant – clarification regarding.
Certain doubts have been raised by one of the Railways regarding grant of Composite Transfer
Grant to officers who are transferred and relinquish charge from the old HQs on or before
31.3.04 but join the new HQs on or after 1.4.04. The issues have been examined in Board’s
office and are clarified as under:
Doubt
Clarification
(i) What should be the Composite Transfer (i) Entitlement of CTG shall be w.r.t. the pay
Grant (CTG) payable to a staff/officer, whose of the post held by the officer at the time of
transfer order were issued on or before
relinquishment of charge from the old
31.3.2004, but who joined his new place of headquarters. For example, if an officer is
posting on or after 1.4.2004.
transferred on or before 31.3.04 and has
relinquished the charge of post at the old
HQs on or before 31.3.04, his entitlement for
CTG shall be w.r.t. the pay of the post drawn
by him at that time. Date of joining at the
new place of posting on or after 1.4.04 has
nothing to do wherein relinquishment of
charge at the old HQs has taken place before
1.4.04.
(ii) A staff/Officer, who was relieved on or (ii) As stated in para (i) above, the
entitlement for CTG shall be w.r.t. the pay of
before 31.3.2004, but who joined his new
place of posting on or after 1.4.2004.
the post held by the officer on the date he
was relieved from the old HQs. Hence,
inclusion of component of 50% D.P. (which
came into existence w.e.f. 1.4.04) for arriving
at the quantum of CTG shall be applicable in
case of transfers wherein employees have
been relieved on or after 1.4.04 from their
old headquarters.
Other terms and conditions governing payment of Composite Transfer Grant shall remain
unchanged.
RBE No.04/2005
Board’s letter No. E(W)2004/PS 5-1/21 Dated 10.1.05
(RBE No.04/05)
Sub: Issue of special complimentary cheque passes to non-Railway Doctors and para medical
staff for conducting blood donation & eye testing Camps.
Blood donation and eye testing camps were being organised on the Railways by the Federations
for which complimentary cheque passes used to be issued by Zonal Railways without obtaining
Board’s approval. Zonal Railways were, therefore, advised vide Board’s letter
No.E(W)2001PS5-6/97 dt.25.2.02 that proposal for issue of special complimentary cheque
passes for purposes not covered under Schedule VII of Railway Servants (Pass) Rules, 1986
(Second Edition, 1993) should be referred to Board’s Office for obtaining approval of the
competent authority. This has caused delay in issuing complimentary cheque passes at short
notice to the doctors and para medical staff in connection with blood donation and eye testing
camps being organised on the Railways.
1. On a specific request from AIRF the matter has been considered by Railway Board and it
has been decided that the General Managers may be delegated powers to issue
complimentary cheque passes to Non-Railway doctors and para medical staff in
connection with blood donation and eye testing camps being organised on the Railways.
Delegation of this power may be exercised by the General Managers at their personal
level in optimum need based situation so that indiscriminate proliferation of issue of
such passes can be avoided.
1. In view of the above decision Railway Servants (Pass) Rules, 1986 (Second Edition,
1993) may be amended as per Advance Correction Slip No. 46 (copy enclosed).
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Railway Board.
Advance Correction Slip No. 46 to the Railway Servants [Pass] Rules, 1986, [Second
Edition, 1993]
In schedule VII [Special Passes], below item No. 40 add the following as item No. 41.
Doctors/ para medical staff
General Managers may, at their personal level, authorise
invited in connection with blood issue of special complimentary cheque passes
donation / eye testing camps
commensurate with the status of invitees in optimum need
being organised on Railways. based situations, from residence / place of working to the
place where the camps are being held and back.
RBE No. 07/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-97/SR 6/3 Vol. IV Dated 13.1.2005
(RBE No. 07/05).
Sub:- Principles for determining the seniority of staff belong to SC/ST
promoted earlier vis-a-vis General/OBC Staff promoted later.
….
Reference para 3 (iii) of this Ministry’s letter No. E(NG)1/97/SR6/3 (Vol.III) dated 8.3.2002
indicating that since the earlier instructions issued pursuant to Hon’ble Supreme Court’s
judgement in Virpal Singh Chauhan’s case (JT 1995(7) SC 231) as incorporated in para 319A of
IREM Vol,.1 1989 Edition were effective from 10.2.95 and the revised instructions issued
pursuant to Constitution (85th) Amendment Act, 2001 were being made effective from 17.6.95,
the question as to how the cases falling between 10.2..95 and 16.6.95 should be regulated was
under consideration in consultation with DOP&T and that separate instructions in this regard
would issue.
1. The matter has since been considered in consultation with the Department of Personnel &
Training and Legal Advisor, Railway Board. It has been decided that since the
Constitution (85th) Amendment Act, 2001 has been made effective from 17.6.1995, the
promotions, if any, of Railway servants which had taken place during the period from
10.2.95 to 16.6.95 as per the principle of regaining seniority by General/OBC staff in
terms of procedure in force at that point of time in implementation of Hon’ble Supreme
Court’s judgment in R.K. Sabarwal’s and Virpal Singh Chauhan’s cases vide this
Ministry’s letters No. E(NG)1-97/SR6/3 dated 28.2.97 and 15.5.98 may be protected as
personal to them. Accordingly the existing para 3(iii) of this Ministry’s letter number
E(NG)1/97/SR6/3 (Vol.III) dated 8.3.2002 may be substituted by the following:-
“Seniority of Railway servants determined in the light of para 319 A shall be revised as if this
para did not exist on and after 17.6.95. However, seniority determined and promotion effected in
between the period 10.2.95 and 16,6.95 (both days inclusive) in terms of para 319A in force
during the period in question shall be protected as personal to the incumbents”.
Board’s letter No. 2003/H/28/1/RELHS dated 28-1-05
Sub: Re-opening of Retired Employees Liberalised Health
Scheme (RELHS-97)
Arising out of demands made by AIRF, NFIR, many individuals and Associations of Pensioners
etc. the subject of extension/re-opening of the Retired Employees Liberalised Health Scheme
(RELHS-97), for those retired employees who have not joined the RELHS-97 scheme earlier,
has been under consideration of the Board for some time. After careful examination of the
matter it has been decided that all retired Railway employees, having qualifying service period
and who have not joined the RELHS-97 scheme earlier, will be given another last and final
chance to join RELHS-97.
The period during which the scheme has been made open is from the date of issue of this letter
and upto 31.12.05 (Thirty first December two thousand five only).
The scheme has been approved by Railway Board with a special condition that there will be a
“lock in” period of six months from the date on which a retired employee joins the scheme i.e.
the date of depositing the fees. During this period the retired employee will be provided medical
treatment as available in Railway hospitals and other Govt. hospitals including Govt. owned
autonomous hospitals and Govt. medical college hospitals only. They will not be referred to
private hospitals, which are recognised for Railway employees and other RELHS cardholders.
In any circumstances and in any medical condition, during the “lock in” period, reimbursement
of medical claims for treatment taken in private hospital including the private recognised
hospitals will not be permitted.
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All other terms and conditions contained in Board’s letter No.97/H/28/1/ dated 23.10.97
and subsequent orders No.97/H/28/1 dated 17.5.99 and 27.12.99 will remain unaltered.
RELHS (Medical identity) card will be issued by the Personnel Branch of concerned
Railways. The RELHS Card issued to beneficiaries with lock in period should clearly
indicate the designation, amount deposited and name and designation of issuing
authority/signatory.
Lock in period to be clearly and prominently mentioned on the card alongwith the
conditions.
The retired employees who are willing to join this scheme must give a clear declaration
alongwith application that he/she is joining the scheme with full knowledge about the
“lock in” period. He/she should also give clear declaration that during the lock in period
he/she will not submit any reimbursement claim for treatment taken in private and private
recognised hospitals and would not challenge the orders of Railway Board to this effect
in any court of law.
This also applies to spouses of Railway employees who died in harness.
The above instructions are only for those retired employees who retired earlier and did not join
RELHS-97 scheme. This will not be applicable to railway employees now retiring and giving
their option for joining RELHS-97 Scheme.
The scheme is open from the date of issue of this letter upto 31.12.2005 and would not be
extended further in any circumstances.
A wide publicity should be given.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.12/2005
Board’s letter No.E(P&A)II-2004/HRA-16 dated 28.1.2005(RBE No.12/2005)
Sub: Re-classification of cities/towns on the basis of 2001 Census- grant of House
Rent Allowance and Compensatory (City) Allowance to Railway employees.
…
Attention is invited to Board’s letter No.PC-V/97/1/7/13 dated 16.10.1997 relating to grant
of Compensatory ( City) Allowance (CCA) and House Rent Allowance (HRA) to Railway
employees on the recommendations of the Fifth Central Pay Commission whereby a list of
cities/towns classified as ‘A-1,’A’,’B-1’ and ‘B-2’ for the purpose of CCA was enclosed as
Annexure-I and another list of cities/towns classified as ‘A-1,’A’,’B-1’ and ‘B-2’ and ‘C’ for the
purpose of HRA was enclosed as Annexure-II. The matter relating to reclassification of
cities/towns on the basis of Census 2001 for the purposes of grant of HRA and CCA to Railway
employees has been considered by the Board.
2.
The President is pleased to decide that in supersession of all the existing orders relating to
classification of cities/towns for the purposes of grant of HRA and CCA to Railway employees,
cities/towns shall now be re-classified as ‘A-1,’A’,’B-1’ and ‘B-2’ for the purpose of CCA as
enumerated in Annexure-I and as ‘A-1,’A’,’B-1’ and ‘B-2’ and ‘C’ class for the purpose of HRA
as enumerated in Annexure-II to these orders.
3.
The special orders relating to grant of HRA/CCA in localities as listed in para 3 of this
Ministry’s letter No.E(P&A)II/90/HRA/CCA-18 dated 19-7-1993 shall continue to be
applicable. The special orders issued vide this Ministry’s letters(i) No.E(P&A)II/98/HRA-4
dated 18.2.1998 for grant of HRA at ‘B-2’ class city rates within the municipal limits of Jammu
City, (ii) No.E(P&A)II/97/HRA-19 dated 4-6-1998 relating to classification of Calcutta &
Chennai as ‘A-1’ class for grant of HRA and (iii) No.E(P&A)II-2004/HRA-4 dated 13.7.2004
for classification of Goa, Port Blair and other areas of Andaman & Nicobar Islands shall also
continue to be applicable.
1. These orders shall be effective from 1.4.2004.
1. This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
Board’s letter No. E(LR)III/2004/UTF-2 Dated 11.1.2005 .
Sub: Transfer of recognized Trade Union office bearers.
Ref: Board’s letter No.E(L)60/UTI-31 dated 19.2.1960.
As per the provisions laid down in the letter mentioned above, any proposal for transfer of an
office bearer of a recognized trade union including branches thereof has to be communicated by
the Railway to the union concerned who may bring to the notice of Divisional Officer and if
necessary later to the General Manager any objection they may have against the proposed
transfer. In case of no agreement at lower levels, decision of the General Manager is to be final.
Sufficient notice is also required to be given to the Union of a proposed transfer so that the union
can make alternative arrangements for carrying on work or making a representation against the
proposed transfer.
However, in cases of a trade union office bearer being involved in a Special Police
Establishment/Vigilance case or where the Civil and Police Authorities have recommended
immediate transfer of a Railway employee who is an office bearer of a recognized union on the
ground of indulging in undesirable activities and affecting efficient functioning of the Railway,
the procedure laid down in the preceding paragraph need not be followed. Instructions in this
regard have been issued vide Board’s letter No.E(L)64UTI-113 dated 21.11.64 and No.E(LR)75
UTI-176 dated 8.8.75.
Recently there have been demands for initiating prompt action against the employees involved in
sexual harassment of women and Committees have also been nominated at various levels to
enquire into such cases. It has to be appreciated that the cases of sexual harassment are very
heinous. The matter of taking prompt action for transfer of employees involved in such cases
has been under consideration of Board. It has now been decided that the Railway administration
concerned may take action to transfer out office bearers of unions without the consent of General
Secretary of the concerned Union in cases where the Committee to enquire into cases of sexual
harassment have come to the conclusion that such harassment had taken place and in such cases
provisions as for transfer recommended by Vigilance may be followed. However, in all such
cases General Secretary of the concerned union may be kept informed in writing about the
reasons for effecting such transfer of an office bearer of the Union.
RBE No.06/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A)II-2004/PLB-6 Dated 14.1.2005
(RBE No.06/05)
Sub: Payment of Productivity Linked Bonus to Apprentices – PNM/NFIR Item No.46/2004.
A reference has been received from one of the Zonal Railways seeking clarification whether
apprentices would be eligible for grant of Productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) if they are being
paid stipend during the training period. This issue has also been raised by the Staff side in the
PNM/NFIR Meeting as Item No.46/2004.
2.
The matter has been considered in consultation with the Establishment Directorate and it is
reiterated that Apprentices, who are paid stipend during training period, will not be eligible for
payment of PLB unless they are appointed to a regular post. Apprentices/Trainees, including
appointees on compassionate grounds, would be eligible for grant of PLB only if they are paid
against a regular scale of pay while on training as per extant rules. It is further clarified that
regular Group ‘D’ staff, who are appointed as Apprentice/Trainee in Group C and are paid
stipend during the training period, will not be eligible for grant of PLB. They can, however, be
considered for grant of PLB only if they opt and are allowed to draw pay as admissible to them
in Group D as per extant procedure.
3.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.11/2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2003/3/14 Dated 24.1.05
(RBE No.11/05)
Sub: Implementation of recommendations of High Level Committee on Disaster Management.
High Level Committee on Disaster Management has inter-alia recommended periodic training on
Disaster Management for railway staff. A list of courses on Disaster Management organized at
various stages for different categories of staff as per currently approved modules is enclosed.
Railways may ensure that these courses are conducted regularly and may make efforts to
continuously upgrade the training content, lessons of these courses to make it more meaningful
and practical and also share the same with other railways. The modification made may also be
informed to Board.
Officers may be nominated to ensure that these courses are conducted to the desired expectation.
Dept.
Content
No.
Mech 0109
0609
Category
Stages
Description
Remarks
JE-II
Induction (RRB)
SE
Induction (RRB)
JE-II
JE-II
Promotional
(intermediate
Apprentice_
Promotion
SE/SSE
Refresher
JE-I/JE-II
Refresher
Fire Fighting,
First Aid &
Hygiene
Fire Fighting,
First Aid &
Hygiene
Fire Fighting,
First Aid &
Hygiene
Fire Fighting,
First Aid &
Hygiene
Fire Fighting,
First Aid &
Hygiene
Fire Fighting,
First Aid &
Hygiene
For Diesel,
C&W and
Workshop
For Diesel,
C&W and
Workshop
For Diesel,
C&W and
Workshop
For Diesel,
C&W and
Workshop
For Diesel,
C&W and
Workshop
For Diesel,
C&W and
Workshop
0803
0903
1201
1601
Elect. El.-04
El.05
Genl.2.5
El.1.1
JE-II
Induction (RRB)
Second
Theoretical
Session –
Accidents &
Relief
SE
Induction (RRB)
Second
Theoretical
Session –
Accidents &
Relief
SE/SSE
Refresher
Professional
Topics –
Derailment
investigation
JE-I/JE-II
Refresher
Professional
Topics –
Derailment
investigation
JE-II
Promotional
Theoretical
(Intermediate
Session in
Apprentice_
allotted
discipline –
Safety Accident
Management
For all trades
Promotional /Initial/ Personal safety,
Electrical
Accident Fire
Refresher
Fighting
For all trades
Special course
First Aid
For all trades
Special course
Disaster
Management
Unskilled to Technician Promotional
Safety, First
Aid
Elect.01
Technician both ITI & Initial
non-ITI
Safety, First
Aid, Fire
Fighting
Elect.02
Artisan to Supervisor
Safety Rules,
Accidents,
Promotional
For C&W
For C&W
For C&W
For C&W
For Workshop
For OHE, PSI
& RC,
TC/AC, Elect.
Plant,
Elec.(Loco),
EMU
For OHE, PSI
& RC,
TC/AC, Elect.
Plant,
Elec.(Loco),
EMU
For
TRD,Elect,
Elect.2.2
Direct Recruit JE/SE
Initial
ESVP-2
Direct Recruit JE/SE
Initial
Elect.1.13 Technician
Elect.TRD- Technician
1.2
Initial
Refresher
Elect.TRD Technician
1.5
Refresher
TRD 2.1
All Supervisors
Promotion
Elect.
Technician
Promotion
Loco 1.4
Elect
Supervisors
Promotion
Supervisors
Promotion
Supervisors
Promotion
Supervisors
Promotion
Loco 2.1
Elect.
Loco 2.2
Elect
Loco 2.3
Elect.
Loco 2.5
Elect EMU Technician
1.4
EMU 1.5 Technician
Promotion
Promotion
Fire Fighting, TL/AC Elect.
First Aid
Safety Rules, For
Precautions,
TRD,TL/AC ,
Elect.Accidents E.ect.Loco
Safety First
For TRD,
Aid,
TL/AC,
Firefighting and Elect.Loco,
Disaster
EMU
Management
Safety Items
TL/AC
Safety –
OHE
Precautions
during
maintenance
Safety –
PSI & RC
Precautions
during
maintenance
Safety –
TRD
Precautions
during
maintenance
Elect.Loco
Elect.Loco
safety
Safety –
Precautions
during
maintenance
Safety –
Precautions
during
maintenance
Safety –
Precautions
during
maintenance
Loco Safety
certificate for
line working
Safety items
Safety
certificates
Elec.Loco
Elec.Loco
Elec.Loco
Elect.Loco
EMU
EMU
EMU 2.2 Supervisors
Promotion
EMU 2.3 Supervisors
Promotion
EMU 2.4 Supervisors
Promotion
EMU 2.6 Supervisors
Promotion
Elect.02
Elect.1.12 Technician
FC-R
For all trades
Initial
T-6/E
Traffic Apprentice
Induction
T-7/C
Asst.Guard
Promotion
T.10/I
Promotion
T-11/E
Jr.Tpt.Supr.10%
Graduate Quota
Jr.Tpt.Supr.10%
Graduate Quota
Sr.Tpt.Supr.
Promotion
T-12/E
ASM/SM
Refresher
T-12/J
T-13/D
ASM/SM
Guard
Refresher
Refresher
T-13/J
T.14/E
Guard
Switchman
Refresher
Refresher
T-15/D
TI/SS/CHC/CWMI
Refresher
T.10/J
EMU
EMU
EMU
EMU
All
Gen.
TPT
before
despatching to
line
Safety –
Precautions
during
maintenance
Safety –
Precautions
during
maintenance
Safety –
Precautions
during
maintenance
Loco Safety
certificate for
line working
Promotion
First Aid & Fire
Fighting
Fire Prevention TL/AC
First Aid
Foundation
course
Disaster
Management
Disaster
Management
Disaster
Management
Accident cases
Disaster
Management
Disaster
Management
First Aid
Disaster
Management
First Aid
Disaster
Management
Disaster
Management
T-16/E
Section Controller/
Refresher
T-19/D
Dy.CHC
Asstt.Guard
Refresher
T-20/D
WMI/SWMI
T-20/I
T-25/D
WMI/SWMI
Pointsman
T-26/D
Pointsman
T-27/D
Leverman
T-28/D
Leverman
S-1/A
All Supervisors
Comml FC-R
C-I/D
For all trades
Ticket Collector
C-4/E
Comml.Apprentice
C-5/E
Comml.Apprentice
C-6/E
Comml.Apprentice
C-7/D
Ticket checking
Supervisor
Comml.
C-10/G
Disaster
Management
Disaster
Management
Refresher
Disaster
Management
Refresher
First Aid
Induction
Disaster
Management
Refresher
Disaster
Management
Induction
Disaster
Management
Refresher
Disaster
Management
Special course
Disaster
Management
First Aid
Induction/Promotion Disaster
Management
Induction Ph. I
Disaster
Management
Induction Ph.II
Disaster
Management
Induction Ph.III
Disaster
Management
Promotion
Disaster
Management
Promotion
Disaster
Management
Inspector
C-11/F
C-12/D
C-13/C
C-18/C
C-19/C
Disaster
Management
Comml.Supervisor 10% Promotion Phase-I Disaster
Graduate Quota
Management
Promotion Phase-II Disaster
Management
TC/TTE
Refresher
Disaster
Management
Claims Inspector
Refresher
Disaster
Management
Comml.Inspector
Refresher
Disaster
Management
C-20/E
C-21/C
S-1/A
S&T
ST-02
ST-02
ST-06
ST-06
ST-06
ST-06
ST-06
Comml.Inspector
(7450-11500
Coach Attendant
Promotional
Disaster
Management
Refresher
Disaster
Management
All Supervisors
Special
Disaster
Management
All Khalasis/
Induction / Initial Personal Safety,
ESM/TCM/WTM
cleanliness, Fire
Prevention,
First Aid
All Clerks
Induction
Cleanliness,
Personal
Safety, Fire
Prevention,
First Aid
ESM/TCM/WTM
Initial Phase-II
Safety in train
operation
Disaster
Management
Schedule of
Dimension
ESM/TCM/WTM/MSM Refresher
Safety in train
operation
Disaster
Management
Schedule of
Dimension
ESM/TCM/WTM
Equipment course Safety in train
operation
Disaster
Management
Schedule of
Dimension
MSM
Conversion to ESM Safety in train
operation
Disaster
Management
Schedule of
Dimension
ESM
Promotional
Safety in train
operation
Disaster
Management
Schedule of
Dimension
ST-06
JE(Sig)II
Promotional
ST-06
JE(Telecom)
Promotional
S18
S18
JE/Gr.II Signal Phase Initial course RRB
III
JE/Gr.II(Tele) Phase III Initial course RRB
S18
SE Signal Phase II
Initial course RRB
S18
App.SE Tele Phase II
Initial course RRB
S18
JE/SE/SSE
Refresher
S7
JE/SE/SSE
Refresher
S7
S7
Intermediate
Promotional
Departmental Promotee
JE-II
Course
SE Signal Phase II
Initial Course
S7
JE-II to JE-I
S7
JE/SE/SSE Design
Phase II
S7
JE/SE/SSE
Promotional
Course
Initial
Course
Refresher Course
Design Phase II
Safety in train
operation
Disaster
Management
Schedule of
Dimension
Safety in train
operation
Disaster
Management
Schedule of
Dimension
Accident and
Case study
Accident and
Case study
Accident and
Case study
Accident and
Case study
Accident and
Case study
Signaling in
General &
Safety
Signaling in
General &
Safety
Signaling in
General &
Safety
Signaling in
General &
Safety
Signaling in
General &
Safety
Signalling in
General &
Safety
ISP
ITP
ISGI
ITGI
RSJE
RSJE
ISPS
ISGI
PSSS
FDST
RDST
RDST
Civil
CE/002
CE004
Gangman
Gangman
Induction
Induction
Personal Safety
Action during
Emergency
CE/011
CE/031
Gangman
Mate P.Way
Induction
Promotion
CE/011
CE/169
Mate P.Way
PWM
Promotion
Induction
CE/110
CE/048
PWM
PWM
Induction
Promotional
CE/110
CE/142
CE/144
PWM
Gate Keeper
Gate Keeper
Promotional
Induction
Induction
CE/110
CE/456
Gate Keeper
Mate Works site,
Valveman
Induction
Induction
CE/257
Carpenter/
Induction
Mason Painter/
Blacksmith/
CE/365
Welder/Pipe Fitter &
Plumber
Artisan
Works/Way/Bridges
Promotion
First Aid
Accident &
Breaches
First Aid
Accident &
Breaches
First Aid
Accident &
Breaches
First Aid
Personal Safety
Accident during
emergency
First Aid
Work in
Emergency,
Safety
Precaution &
First Aid
Work in
Emergency,
Safety
Precaution &
First Aid
Safety
Precaution &
Attending
emergencies
RBE No.11/2005
Board’s letter No. E(W)2002/PS 5-8/5 Dated 20.1.05
(RBE No.11/05)
Sub: Issue of Post Retirement Complimentary Passes – debarring retired railway employees
whose whole of pension and gratuity has been with-held permanently.
In terms of item (iv) under column 3 of Schedule IV – “Post Retirement Complimentary Passes”,
post retirement complimentary passes shall not be issued to those railway servants who are
dismissed from service. Instances have come to the notice of Board that retired Railway
employees are drawing post retirement complimentary passes in cases where the whole of
gratuity and pension has been with-held permanently as a result of D&A proceedings. It has,
therefore, been decided by Board that retired Railway employees in whose case the whole of
gratuity and pension has been withheld permanently as a result of D&A proceedings, should be
debarred from issue of post retirement complimentary passes.
2. In view of the above decision, item (iv) under column 3 of Schedule IV (Post Retirement
Complimentary Passes) of Railway Servants (Pass) Rules, 1986 (Second Edition, 1993) may be
amended as in the enclosed Advance Correction Slip No.47.
3.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Railway Board.
Advance Correction Slip No.47 to Railway Servants (Pass) Rules, 1986 (Second Edition,
1993)
Item (iv) under column 3 of Schedule IV – “Post Retirement Complimentary Passes) may be
amended as under:-
“(iv) Post Retirement Complimentary Passes shall not be issued to those Railway servants who
are dismissed from service, and to those retired railway servants whose whole of gratuity and
pension has been withheld permanently as a result of D&A proceedings”. [Authority: Board's
letter No. E(W)2002/PS 5-8/5 Dated 20.1.05]
RBE No.15/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)III/2003/PN1/25 Dated 20.1.05
(RBE No.15/05)
NOTIFICATION
S.O. - In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to article 309 of the Constitution, the
President hereby makes the following rules further to amend the Railway Services (Pension)
Rules,1993, namely:-
1. (1) These rules may be called the Railway Services (Pension) (Amendment) Rules,2005.
(2) They shall be deemed to have come into force from the 19th day of July, 1997.
1. In the Railway Services (Pension) Rules,1993:-
(a)
namely:-
in rule 53 for sub-rule (1), the following sub-rule shall be substituted,
“(1) A Railway servant who has been permitted to be absorbed in a service or post in or under a
Corporation or Company wholly or substantially owned or controlled by the Central Government
or a State Government or in or under a body controlled or financed by the Central Government
or a State Government, shall be deemed to have retired from service from the date of such
absorption and subject to sub-rule (3), he shall be eligible to receive retirement benefits, if any,
from such date as may be determined, in accordance with the orders of the Railways applicable
to him”.
(b) rule 54 shall be omitted;
(c) in rule 75, in sub-rule (21), clause (iii) shall be omitted.
Explanatory Memorandum
1.
The Railway Services[Pension] Rules, 1993 came
into force on the 3rd December, 1993.
1. In order to keep uniformity with the Department of Pension and Pensioner’s Welfare’s
Notification on the issue published in the Gazette of India, vide number S.O. 1775 dated
the 19th July, 1997, this notification is given retrospective effect from the 19th July, 1997.
2. The amendments to the said rules with retrospective effect will not adversely affect the
interest of any person.
NOTE: The Railway Services [Pension] Rules, 1993 were published in the Gazette of India,
Extraordinary vide No. S.O. 930 [E] the 3rd December, 1993 and subsequently amended by –
S.No.
Notification No.
1. F[E]III/94/PN1/31[Amendment]
1995
2. E[G]/94/EM1-6
3. F[E]III/99/PN1/38[Modification]
2000
4. F[E]III/9/PN1/14[Amendment]
2000
5. F[E]III/2000/PN1/23
6. E[G]/2002/EM1/1
7. F[E]III/2003/PN1/38[Amendment]I
2003
8. F[E]III/2004/PN1/21[Amendment]
2004
Date
Published in the Gazette of India Part
II Section 3 Sub-section [ii]
S.O. No.
Date of
Publication
03-02-1995
511
31-03-1995
23-05-2000
1026
1554
24-05-2000
1553
18-10-2001
23-08-2002
30-12-2003
07-12-2004
1081
1214[E]
1488[E]
3191
RBE No.16/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)III/2003/PN1/25 Dated 24.1.05 (RBE No.16/05)
25-0215-04-1995
15-0715-0730-03-2002
04-11-2004
30-1218-12-
S.O.
In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to article 309 of the Constitution, the
President hereby makes the following rules further to amend the Railway Services (Commutation
of Pension) Rules, 1993, namely:-
1. (1) These rules may be called the Railway Services (Commutation of Pension)
(Amendment) Rules,2005.
(2) Rule 5 shall be deemed to have come into force from the 19th day of July, 1997 and the
remaining provisions of these rules shall be deemed to have come into force from the Ist day of
January, 1996.
1. In rule 6 of the Railway Services (Commutation of Pension) Rules, 1993, (hereinafter
referred to as the said rules)-
(i)
in sub-rule (1), for the words, “a fraction not exceeding one-third”, the words “of an
amount not exceeding forty percent” shall be substituted:
(ii)
in sub-rule (2)-,
(a) for the words “fraction of pension”, the words “percent of pension” shall be substituted:
(b) for the words “one third of pension”, the words “forty percent of pension” shall be
substituted:
(iii)
in sub-rule (3), for the words “fraction of pension”, the words “percent of pension”
shall be substituted.
1. In rule 10 of the said rules, in sub-rule (3), in clauses (i) and (ii), for the words, “one
hundred rupees”, wherever they occur, the words “two thousand rupees” shall be
substituted;
2. In rule 11 of the said rules, in the proviso, for the words “one hundred rupees”, wherever
they occur, the words “two thousand rupees” shall be substituted;
3. In rule 19 of the said rules, clause (ii) shall be omitted;
4. In rule 23 of the said rules, in sub-rule (1), in clause (b), for the words “one hundred
rupees”, the words “two thousand rupees” shall be substituted:
5. In Form 1 of the said rules, In Part I, in asterisk “*” appearing after “Note”, for the
brackets and words “(subject to maximum of one third thereof)” the following brackets
and words shall be substituted, namely:(subject to a maximum of forty percent thereof)”
1. In Form 2 of the said rules, in Part-I, in asterisk “*” appearing after “Date” for the
brackets and words “(subject to a maximum of one third thereof)” the following brackets
and words shall be substituted, namely:(subject to a maximum of forty percent thereof)”]
Explanatory Memorandum
1. The Railway Services [Commutation of Pension] Rules, 1993 came into force on the 3rd
December, 1993.
2. Rules 2,3,4,6,7,and 8 of the notification are given retrospective effect from 1st January,
1996 to be in consonance with the date of implementation of the recommendations of the
Fifth Central Pay Commission.
3. In order to keep uniformity with the Department of Pension and Pensioner’s Welfare
notification on the issue published in the Gazette of India, vide number S.O. 1775 dated
the 19th July, 1997, the rule 5 of this notification is given retrospective effect from the
19th July, 1997.
4. The amendment to the said rules with retrospective effect will not adversely affect the
interest of any person.
NOTE: The Railway Services [Commutation of Pension] Rules, 1993 were published in the
Gazette of India, Extraordinary vide No. S.O. 930 [E] the 3rd December, 1993 and subsequently
amended by –
S.No.
Notification No.
Date
Published in the Gazette of India Part
II Section 3 Sub-section [ii]
S.O. No.
Date of
Publication
1. F[E]III/2003/PN1/38[Amendment] II 30-12-2003
2003
1489[E]
30-12-
RBE No.17/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)III/2005/PN1/2 Dated 25.1.05 (RBE No.17/05)
Sub: Expeditious payment of settlement dues of Railway servants retiring from service and of
cases of death of Railway servants while in service.
In the meeting of the Consultative Committee of MPs for the Ministry of Railways held on
4.11.2004, Shri Abdul Mannan Hossain, MP, raised the issue regarding timely payment of
settlement of staff of the Railways. In this connection attention is invited to Chapters VII and IX
of the Railway Services (Pension) Rules, 1993, wherein the procedures for processing the
settlement papers in respect of retiring Railway servants and of those who die while in service,
have been laid down in order that the payment of settlement dues is made in time. Further,
instructions issued in this connection by the Department of Pension & Pensioners Welfare
(DOP&PW) vide its OM No.38/116/93-P&PW(F) dt.2.5.94 and OM No.38/64/98 P&PW(F)
dt.5.10.1999 were circulated vide Ministry of Railways letters No.F(E)III/94/PN1/18
dt.21.7.1994 and F(E)III/99/PN1/35 dt.21.1.2000 respectively for information and guidance of
and strict compliance by the Railway administrations. The Railway administrations are once
again urged to meticulously follow the procedures given in the Railway Services (Pension)
Rules,1993 and the aforesaid OMs of the DOP&PW and ensure that the settlement dues of the
Railway servants are paid on the date of retirement itself and to the family of those who die
while in service as early as possible in order that the retiring Railway servants and the families of
the deceased Railway servants, are not put to hardships.
RBE No.19/2005
Board’s letter No. E(D&A)2003 GS 1-5 Dated 28.1.05 (RBE No.19/05)
Sub: Rule 16(4)(i) of Railway Services (Conduct) Rules, 1966 –Clarification regarding
borrowing of money from a relative or a personal friend and definition of the term ‘small
amount’
given in the first proviso to rule 16(4)(i).
The term “small amount” appearing in first proviso to Rule 16(4)(i) of the Railway Services
(Conduct)Rules, 1966, as defined in Board’s letter No.E(D&A)88 GS 1-5 dated 10.8.1988, has
since been reviewed by the Board in consultation with the Department of Personnel and
Training. It has now been decided that this term need not be specifically defined as it will have
the same meaning as understood in common parlance. Accordingly, the monetary limits laid
down in Board’s letter of 10.8.88 shall not longer hold good.
1.1 Since it is not possible to define the term ‘small amount’ comprehensively each case
should be decided on merits and in deciding such cases, the status of the individual concerned
and the amount involved should be taken into account.
1. In the context of borrowing of money from a relative or a personal friend in terms of
Rule 16(4)(i) of Railway Services (Conduct) Rules, 1966 it is clarified as under:-
(a)
Prior sanction of the Government is required for borrowing money from a relative or
a ‘personal friend with whom the Railway servant has official dealings. However, in terms of
the relaxation given in the first proviso to Rule 16(4)(I), no prior sanction is required if the loan
to be taken from such a person (i.e. with whom he has official dealings) is a purely temporary
loan of a small amount, free of interest.
(b)
No prior sanction of the Government is required if the Railway servant borrows
money from a relative or a personal friend with whom he has no official dealings.
3.
It may, however, be noted that “Loan” is considered as a movable property in terms of
Explanation-I below Rule 18(5) of Railway Services (Conduct) Rules, 1966 and hence any
“Loan” advanced or taken by the Railway servant that exceeds the limit prescribed under Rule
18(3) of the said Rules is to be reported to the Government. It is always open to the authorities
to verify the correctness/genuineness of the transaction if they have any doubt in the matter, by
requiring the Railway servant to produce necessary documents.
RBE No.21/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A)I-97/SP-1/AD-1 Dated 2.2.05 (RBE No.21/05)
Sub: Review of categories for grant of Risk Allowance.
Ref: Board’s letter No. F(P&A)I-97/SP-1/AD-1 Dated 27.2.05.
Denotification of categories of employees in receipt of employees in receipt of Risk Allowance
was circulated vide Board’’ letter cited above. In the forum of PNM and DC/JCM, staff side had
requested for review of these categories. The entire issue of identification of categories of
employees as eligible for receipt of Risk Allowance was examined by the Board in line with the
recommendations of the V CPC. Accordingly in supersession of earlier instructions contained in
Board’s letter No.E(P&A)I-97/SP-1/AD-1 dated 27.2.2004, the revised list of categories of
employees in receipt of Risk Allowance to be denotified is enclosed as Annexure I.
These orders will be effective from the date of issue of this letter.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of the Railways.
Annexure I
LIST OF CATEGORIES DENOTIFIED FOR GRANT
OF RISK ALLOWANCE
1
Blacksmith
13
2
3
4
Bridge field staff
14
Bariwala
15
Batterymen (those directly 16
involved in charging of
Batteries
Khalasis
Lampmen
Mosquitomen
Overhead Crane
Drivers
25 Staff handling 440
Volt & above
equipments
26 Shunt men
27 Skid porters
28 Skid men
5
6
7.
8
9
10
11
12
Cooks
Cook Mates
Dolly men
Electro Platters
Fitters
Gatekeepers
Gangmen
Keymen
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
Patrolling staff
Painters
Pointsmen
Porters
Riveters
Sarangs
Sanitary Mistries
Sandblasters
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
Shunting Masters
Shunting Jamadars
Shunting Porters
Trolleymen
TRD Linemen
Token Porters
Welders
RBE No.14/2005
Board’s Lr.No. E(MPP)2001/3/9/Vol.III Dt:25.1.2005 (RBE No.14/2005)
Training Manual Correction slip No.1/2005
Sub: List of Training Centres on Indian Railways.
In continuation of Board’s Lr.No. E(MPP)2001/3/9 Dt: 10.7.2003 issued under RBE
No.121/2003, Ministry of Railways have decided to include the following Training Centres
under “Other Training Centres” as shown below:-
1. Central Bridge Training Institute/Manmad/CR
2. Basic Training Centre(S&T)/Bhusawal/CR
3. Engineering Training Centre/Bellaghata/ER
4. BOXN Training Centre/Andal/ER
5. Basic Training Centre/Liluah/ER
6. C&W Training Centre/Asansol/ER
7. C&W Training Centre/Chitput/ER
8. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Andal/ER
9. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Burdwan/ER
10. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Howra/ER
11. Traffic Training Centre/Madhupur/ER
12. Electric Loco Training Centre/Asansol/ER
13. Engineering Training Centre/Aishbag/Lucknow/NER
14. Permanent Way Training Centre/Izatnagar/NER
15. Permanent Way Training Centre/Varanasi/NER
16. C&W Training Centre/Izatnagar/NER
17. C&W Training Centre/Charbagh/Lucknow/NER
18. C&W Training Centre/Barelly City/NER
1. C&W Training Centre/Varanasi/NER
2. Basic Training Centre(Engg)/Arakkonam/SR
3. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Ayanavaram/Perambur/SR
4. Basic Training Centre/Ponmalai/SR
5. Basic Training Centre/Tiruchirappally/SR
6. Basic Training Centre(Elect/Mech)/Royapuram/SR
7. TRD Training Centre/Arakkonam/SR
8. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Tondiarpet/SR
9. Engineering Training Centre/Guntakal/SCR
10. Accounts Training Centre/Secunderabad/SCR
11. C&W Training Centre/Gooty/SCR
12. Traffic Training Centre/Vijayawada/SCR
13. Engineering Training Centre/Miryalaguda/SCR
14. Engineering Training Centre/Rajmundry/SCR
15. Engineering Training Centre/Washim/SCR
16. Basic Training Centre(CRS)/Tirupati/SCR
17. C&W Training Centre/Ramagundam/SCR
18. C&W Training Centre/Kacheguda/SCR
19. Basic Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
20. Diesel Training Centre/Rourkela/SER
21. Engineering Training Centre/Chakrdharpur/SER
22. Engineering Training Centre/Adra/SER
23. Engineering Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
24. C&W Training Centre/Adra/SER
25. C&W Training Centre/Chakrdharpur/SER
26. C&W Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
27. Area Training Centre/Rajkot/WR
28. C&W Training Centre/Baroda/WR
29. C&W Training Centre/Ujjain/WR
30. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Pratapnagar/WR
31. Engineering Training Centre/Mumbai Central/WR
32. Engineering Training Centre/Baroda/WR
33. Engineering Training Centre/Ratlam/WR
34. Engineering Training Centre/Rajkot/WR
35. Engineering Training Centre/Bavnagarpara/WR
36. Electrical Traction Training Centre/Mugalsarai/ECR
37. OXN Training Centre(DSL)/Mugalsarai/ECR
38. OHE Training Centre/Dhanbad/ECR
39. C&W Training Centre/Samastipur/ECR
40. Permanent Way Training Centre/Samastipur/ECR
41. Permanent Way Training Centre/Sonpur/ECR
42. C&W Training Centre/Sonpur/ECR
43. Traffic Training CentreMokama/ECR
44. Diesel Training Centre/Visakapatnam/ECOR
45. Basic Training Centre(CRW)/Mancheswar/ECOR
46. C&W Training Centre/Visakapatnam/ECOR
47. Electrical Training Centre(TRD)/Jhansi/NCR
48. C&W Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
49. Traffic Training Centre/Lalagarh/NWR
50. C&W Training Centre/Lalagarh/NWR
51. Permanent Way Training Centre/Lalagarh/NWR
52. Engineering Training Centre/Bilaspur/SECR
53. Permanent Way Training Centre/DGG/Nagpur/SECR
54. Staff Training Centre(Operating)/Bhilai/SECR
55. Loco Training Centre/Bilaspur/SECR
56. Traffic Training Centre/Dongargarh/SECR
57. Loco Training Centre/Bezonbagh/SECR
58. Traffic Training Centre/Srirangapattana/SWR
59. Basic Training Centre/Mysore/SWR
60. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Mysore/SWR
61. Traffic Training Centre/Dharwad/SWR
62. Civil Engineering Training Centre/Dharwad/SWR
63. Technical Training Centre(Elect)/Hubli/SWR
64. Electrical Training Centre/Mysore/SWR
65. Traffic Training Centre/Bellary/SWR
66. Engineering Training Centre/Kota/WCR
Simulator Training Centre at Bhusawal/Central Railway included earlier vide Board’s
Lr.dt:10.7.2003 issued under RBE No.121/2003 has been deleted as per orders issued vide
Board’s Lr.No.E(MPP)2003/3/26 Dt: 2.11.2004 (RBE No.231/2004) [CPO/SC’s SC No. 200/04]
Accordingly, the Ministry of Railways have decided to modify the “Manual on Management of
Training “ (Edition 1998) as per the Correction Slip No.1/2005 and the revised list of training
centers (Appendix-I) is enclosed with the correction slip. This supersedes all other lists issued
earlier.
MANUAL ON MANAGEMENT OF TRAINING (JUNE 1998)
Advance Correction Slip No.1/2005
Appendix – I of the Manual on Management of Training (Edition-1998) may be replaced with
the attached list.
(Authority:- Board’s Lr.No.E(MPP)2001/3/9/Vol.III Dt:25.1.2005)
(Enclosure to Manual on Management of Training Correction Slip No.1/2005)
NAMES OF MAIN TRAINING CENTRES AND OTHER TRAINING CENTRES
MAIN TRAINING CENTRES:
1.
Zonal Railway Training Institute/Bhusawal/CR
2.
Zonal Railway Training Institute/Bhuli/ER
1. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Cdhandausi/NR
2. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Muzaffarpur/ECR
5.
Zonal Railway Training Institute/Alipurduar Jn/NFR
6.
Zonal Railway Training Institute/Trichy/SR
7.
Zonal Railway Training Institute/Maula Ali/SCR
8.
Zonal Railway Training Institute/Sini/SER
9.
Zonal Railway Training Institute/Udaipur/NWR
1. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Jhansi/NCE
1. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Kancharapara/ER
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Supervisors’ Training Centre/Lcknow/NR
Supervisors’ Training Centre/Gorakhpur/NER
Supervisors’ Training Centre/New Bongaigaon/NFR
Supervisors’ Training Centre/Bangalore/SWR
Supervisors’ Training Centre/Secunderabad/SCR
Supervisors’ Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
Supervisors’ Training Centre/Ajmer/NWR
1. S&T Training Centre/Byculla/CR
2. S&T Training Centre/Liluah/ER
3. S&T Training Centre/Malda/ER
4. S&T Training Centre/Ghaziabad/NR
5. S&T Training Centre/Gorakhpur/NER
6. S&T Training Centre/Pandu/NFR
7. S&T Training Centre/Podanur/SR
8. S&T Training Centre/Maula-Ali/SCR
9. S&T Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
10. S&T Training Centre/ Sabarmati/WR
11. Electrical Training Centre/Thakurli/CR
12. Electrical Training Centre/Asansol/ER
13. Electrical Training Centre/Kanpur/NCR
14. Electrical Training Centre/Ghaziabad/NR
15. Electrical Training Centre/ Gorakhpur/NER
16. Electrical Training Centre/Avadi/SR
17. Electrical Training Centre/Vijayawada/SCR
18. Electrical Training Centre/Lallaguda/SCR
19. Electrical Training Centre/Tatanagar/SER
20. Electrical Training Centre/Rourkela/SER
21. Electrical Training Centre/Vadodara/WR
22. Electrical Training Centre/Mahalaxmi/WR
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Civil Engineering Training Centre/Tambaram/SR
Civil Engineering Training Centre/Kacheguda/SCR
Civil Engineering Training Centre/Guntakal/SCR
Civil Engineering Training Centre/Kanpur/NCR
Civil Engineering Training Centre/Allahabad/NCR
1. Technical Training Centre/CLW/Chittaranjan
2. Technical Training Centre/DCW/Patiala
3. Technical Training Centre/ DLW/Varanasi
4. Technical Training Centre/ICF/Perambur
5. Technical Training Centre/RCF/Kapurathala
6. Technical Training Centre/RWF/Bangalore
7. Technical Training Centre/Bhopal/WCR
8. Welding Training Centre/DLW/Varanasi
9. Welding Training Centre/ICF/Perambur
10. Welding Training Centre/RCF/Kapurthala
11. Jagjivan Ram RPF Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
OTHER TRAINING CENTRES:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Area Training Centre/Kalyan/CR
Area Training Centre/Bhusawal/CR
Area Training Centre/Kacheguda/SCR
Area Training Centre/ Lower Parel/WR
Area Training Centre/Bandra/WR
Area Training Centre/Junagadh/WR
Area Training Centre/Vadodara/WR
Area Training Centre/Mhow/WR
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Area Training Centre/Valsad/WR
Area Training Centre/Rajkot/WR
Area Training Centre/Jhansi/NCR
Area Training Centre/Ajmer/NWR
Area Training Centre/Bandikui/NWR
Area Training Centre/Ajni/SECR
Area Training Centre/Kota/WCR
Area Training Centre/Damoh/WCR
Area Training Centre/Bhopal/WCR
1. Accounts Training Centre/Secunderabad/SCR
1.
2.
3.
4.
Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Mathunga/CR
Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Mumbai/CR
Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Bhusawal/CR
Basic Training Centre(Electr)/Mathunga/CR
5. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Bhusawal/CR
6. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Parel/CR
7. Basic Training Centre(Diesel)/Kurla/CR
8. Basic Training Centre/Manmad/CR
9. Basic Training Centre/Nasik/CR
10. Basic Training Centre(ELW)/Bhusawal/CR
11. Basic Training Centre(ELS)/Bhusawal/CR
12. Basic Training Centre(Diesel)/Pune/CR
13. Basic Training Centre(ELS)/Kalyan/CR
14. Basic Training Centre(Car shed)/Kurla/Mumbai/CR
15. Basic Training Centre(S&T)/Bhusawal/CR
16. Basic Training Centre/Jamalpur/ER
17. Basic Training Centre/Liluah/ER
18. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Alambag/Lucknow/NR
19. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Amritsir/NR
20. Basic Training Centre/Jagadhari/NR
21. Basic Training Centre/Charbagh/Lucknow/NR
22. Basic Training Centre/Gorakhpur/NER
23. Basic Training Centre/Izatnagar/NER
24. Basic Training Centre/Erode/SR
25. Basic Training Centre/Perambur/SR
26. Basic Training Centre/Engg/Arakkonam/Sr
27. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Ayanavaram/Perambur/SR
28. Basic Training Centre/Ponmalai/SR
29. Basic Training Centre/Tiruchhirapalli/SR
1. Basic Training Centre(Elec/Mech)/Royapuram/SR
2. Basic Training Centre/Guntupalli/SCR
3. Basic Training Centre/Lallaguda/SCR
4. Basic Training Centre/Vijayawada/SCR
5. Basic Training Centre(CRS)/Tirupati/SCR
6. Basic Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
7. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Lower Parel/Mumbai/WR
8. Basic Training Centre/Dahod/WR
9. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Pratapnagar/WR
10. Basic Training Centre(CRW)/Mantreswar/ECOR
11. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Jhansi/NCR
12. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Jhansi/NCR
13. Basic Training Centre(WWS)/Jhansi/NCR
14. Basic Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
15. Basic Training Centre/Bikaner./NWR
16. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Ajmer/NWR
17. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Ajmer/NWR
18. Basic Training Centre(TRD)/Ajni/SECR
19. Basic Training Centre(ELS)/Ajni/SECR
20. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Ajni/SECR
21. Basic Training Centre/Hubli/SWR
22. Basic Training Centre/Mysore/SWR
23. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Mysore/SWR
24. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Jabalpur/WCR
25. Basic Training Centre/New Katni/WCR
26. Basic Training Centre(TRS)/Itarsi/WCR
27. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Itarsi/WCR
28. Basic Training Centre(Engg)/Jabalpur/WCR
29. Basic Training Centre/Kota/WCR
30. BOXN Training Centre/Andal/ER
31. BOXN Training Centre(DSL)/Mugalsarai/ECR
32. C&W Training Centre/Tikiapara/ER
33. C&W Training Centre/Asansol/ER
34. C&W Training Centre/Chitpur/ER
35. C&W Training Centre/Ambala/NR
36. C&W Training Centre/Amritsar/NR
37. C&W Training Centre/Ghaziabad/NR
38. C&W Training Centre/Revwari/NR
39. C&W Training Centre/Jagadhari/NR
40. C&W Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
41. C&W Training Centre/Lzatnager/NER
42. C&W Training Centre/Charbagh/Lucknow/NER
43. C&W Training Centre/Barelly City/NER
44. C&W Training Centre/Varanasi/NER
45. C&W Training Centre/Gooty/SCR
46. C&W Training Centre/Ramagundam/SCR
47. C&W Training Centre/Kacheguda/SCR
48. C&W Training Centre/Adra/SER
49. C&W Training Centre/Chakradharpur/SER
50. C&W Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
51. C&W Training Centre/Vadodara/WR
52. C&W Training Centre/Ujjain/WR
53. C&W Training Centre/Dhanbad/ECR
54. C&W Training Centre/Samastipur/ECR
55. C&W Training Centre/Sonpur/ECR
56. C&W Training Centre/Visakpatnam/ECOR
57. C&W Training Centre/Allahabad/NCR
58. C&W Training Centre/Kanpur/NCR
59. C&W Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
60. C&W Training Centre/Lalagarh/NWR
61. C&W Training Centre/Miraj/SWR
62. C&W Training Centre/Dharwar/SWR
63. Central Bridge Training Institute/Manmad/CR
64. Bridge Staff Training Centre/Tuglakabad/NR
65. Permanent Way Training Centre/Sadulpur/NR
113
Permanent Way Training Centre/Shamli/NR
114
Permanent Way Training Centre/Haridwar/NR
115
Permanent Way Training Centre/Jagadhari/NR
116
Permanent Way Training Centre/Jalandhar/NR
117
Permanent Way Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
118
Permanent Way Training Centre/Lzatnagar/NER
119
Permanent Way Training Centre/Varanasi/NER
120
Permanent Way Training Centre/Palghat/SR
121
Permanent Way Training Centre/Villupuram/SR
122
Permanent Way Training Centre/Madurai/SR
123
Permanent Way Training Centre/Tambaram/SR
124
Permanent Way Training Centre/Quilon/SR
125
Permanent Way Training Centre/Dhanbad/ECR
126
Permanent Way Training Centre/Mugalsarai/ECR
127
Permanent Way Training Centre/Samastipur/ECR
128
Permanent Way Training Centre/Sonpur/ECR
129
Permanent Way Training Centre/Allahabad/NCR
130
Permanent Way Training Centre/Jhansi/NCR
131.
Permanent Way Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
132.
Permanent Way Training Centre/Lalagarh/NWR
133.
Permanent Way Training Centre/DGG/Nagpur/SECR
134.
Permanent Way Training Centre/Bangalore/SWR
1. Transportation Training Centre/Ferozpur/NR
2. Transportation Training Centre/Kalka/NR
3. Transportation Training Centre/Kurukshetra/NR
4. Transportation Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
5. Transportation Training Centre/Shajahanpur/NR
6. Transportation Training Centre/Villupuram/SR
7. Transportation Training Centre/Shoranur/SR
8. Transportation Training Centre/Erode/SR
9. Transportation Training Centre/Adra/SER
10. Transportation Training Centre/Mokama/ECR
11. TransportationTrainingCentre/Subedargani/Allahabad/NCR
12. Transportation Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
13. Transportation Training Centre/Lalagarh/NWR
1. Traffic Training Centre/Madupur/ER
2. Traffic Training Centre/Vijayawada/SCR
3. Traffic Training Centre/Dongargarh/SECR
4. Traffic Training Centre/Shrirangapattana/SWR
5. Traffic Training Centre/Dharwad/SWR
6. Traffic Training Centre/Bellary/SWR
7. Staff Training Centre(Operating)/Bhilai/SECR
8. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Bhusawal/CR
9. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Daund/CR
10. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Nagpur/CR
11. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Kamak Bunder/Mumbai/CR
12. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Beliaghata/ER
13. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Aishbag/NER
14. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Tinsukia/NFR
15. Divisional Training Centre(Engg./Tfc)/Katihar/NFR
16. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Alipurduar Jn/NFR
17. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Lumding/NFR
18. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Ajmer/NWR
19. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Bandikui/NWR
20. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Bhopal/WCR
21. Engineering Training Centre/Miryalaguda/SCR
22. Engineering Training Centre/Rajmundry/SCR
23. Engineering Training Centre/Washim/SCR
24. Engineering Training Centre/Guntakal/SCR
25. Engineering Training Centre/Chakradharpur/SER
26. Engineering Training Centre/Adra/SER
27. Engineering Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
28. Engineering Training Centre/Mumbai Central/WR
29. Engineering Training Centre/Vadodara/WR
30. Engineering Training Centre/Ratlam/WR
31. Engineering Training Centre/Bhavnagarpara/WR
32. Engineering Training Centre/Rajkot/WR
33. Engineering Training Centre/Bilaspur/SECR
34. Engineering Training Centre/Dharwad/SWR
35. Engineering Training Centre/Kota/WCR
1. Diesel Drivers’ Training Centre/Jamalpur/ER
2. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Patratu/ER
3. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Andal/ER
4. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Burdwab/ER
5. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Howrah/ER
6. Diesel Traction Training Centre/ Alambagh/Lucknow/NR
7. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Ludhiana/NR
8. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Shakur Basti/Delhi/NR
9. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Tuglakabad/Delhi/NR
10. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Gonda/NER
11. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Malda/NFR
12. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Guwahati/NFR
13. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Siliguri/NFR
14. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Ponmalai/SR
15. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Tondiarpet/SR
16. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Kazipet/SCR
17. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Guntakal/SCR
18. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Rajmundry/SCR
19. Diesel Training School/Rourkela/SER
20. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Sabarmati/Ahmedabad/WR
21. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Mahalaxmi/WR
22. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Bandra/WR
23. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Ratlam/WR
24. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Abu Road/WR
25. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Mughalsarai/ECR
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Diesel Training Centre/Visakhapatnam/ECOR
Diesel Traction Training Centre/Bhagat-ki-koti/Jodhpur/NWR
Diesel Traction Training Centre(NG)/Nagpur/SECR
Drivers/Assistant Drivers Training Centre/Ajni/SECR
Divisional Loco Training Centre/Bilaspur/SECR
Divisional Loco Training Centre/Bezonbagh/SECR
7. Diesel Traction Training Centre/New Katni/WCR
8. Diesel Training Centre/Itarsi/WCR
9. Electric Loco Training Centre/Asansol/ER
10. Electric Training Centre/Perambur/SR
11. Electric Traction Training Centre/Mugalsarai/ECR
12. Electrical Training Centre(TRD)/Jhansi/NCR
13. Electrical Training Centre/Bilaspur/SECR
14. Electrical Training Centre/Mysore/SWR
15. OHE Training Centre/Dhanbad/ECR
16. Motorman Training Centre/Kalyan/CR
17. Motorman Training Centre/Kurla/CR
18. Traction Training Centre/Tambaram/SR
19. TRD Training Centre/Arakkonam/SR
20. TRD Training Centre/Chakradharpur/SER
21. Technical Training Centre(Electrical)/Hubli/SWR
22. Divisional Training Centre/Moradabd/NR
23. RPF Training Centre/Kurduwadi/CR
24. RPF Training Centre/Ddhanbad/ECR
25. RPF Training Centre/Gorakhpur/NER
26. RPF Training Centre/Digboi/NFR
27. RPF Training Centre/Trichy/SR
28. RPF Training Centre/Maula-ali/SCR
29. RPF Training Centre/Midnapore/SER
30. RPF Training Centre/Valsad/WR
31. RPSF Training Centre/Gorakhpur
32. Personnel Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
33. Thermit Welding Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
34. Technical Training Centre/Metro Rail/Kolkata
35. NDT Training Centre/RDSO/Lucknow.
RBE No.2/2005
Board’s letter No. E(GP)2004/2/73 Dated 2.2.05
(RBE No.2/05)
Sub: Selection for promotion to the floating posts in scale Rs.6500-10500 and Rs.7500-12000
in the cadre of Dieticians and in scale Rs.7500-12000 in the cadre of Physiotherapists.
Ref: i) Railway Board’s letter No.E(GP)99/2/69 dated 30.11.99.
ii) Railway Board’s letter No.PC-V/2003/1/11/1 dated 8.1.2004.
iii)) Railway Board’s letter No.E(NG)II/2004/RR-1/22 dated 17.6.2004.
In terms of Railway Board’s letter dated 8.1.2004, mentioned above, two higher grades of
Rs.6500-10500 (Gr.‘C’)and 7500-12000 (Gr.‘B’) have been introduced in the category of
Dieticians on functional basis with designations as Senior Dieticians and Assistant Dietetics
Officer respectively.
2.0
The Recruitment Rules for filling up the posts of Sr. Dieticians in the pay scale of
Rs.6500-10500 have already been laid down in Board’s letter No.E(NG)II/2004/RR-1/22 dated
17.6.2004.
2.1
As regards Group ‘B’ posts of Assistant Dietetics Officer in the pay scale of Rs.750012000, it has been decided by the Board that the same may be filled through the normal process
of selection consisting of written test and viva-voce (including assessment of record of service)
from amongst the Senior Dieticians with three (03) year’s regular service in the pay scale of
Rs.6500-10500.
2.2
However, since the pay scale of Rs.6500-10500 has also been introduced w.e.f.
8.1.2004, Board has decided that for selections to the Group ‘B’ post of Assistant Dietetics
Officer (Rs.7500-12000) to be held upto 7.1.2007, Senior
Dieticians who have rendered a minimum of one year’s regular service in the pay scale of
Rs.6500-10500 may be considered eligible.
2.3
Pending finalization of Recruitment Rules for filling up the Group ‘B’ posts of
Assistant Dietetics Officer in consultation with UPSC, filling up of the Group ‘B’ posts of
Assistant Dietetics Officer as per provisions contained in para 2.1 and 2.2 above will be on ad
hoc basis.
1. Further, in partial modification of para 3 of Board’s letter dated 8.1.2004, it has been
decided by the Board that the seniority of Dieticians and the Senior Dieticians of all
Railways will be maintained by Eastern Railway who will conduct the selections for
filling up the floating posts of Senior Dieticians and Assistant Dietetics Officer.
However, the orders of promotion of the selected employees to the post of Senior
Dieticians and the Group B posts of Assistant Dietetics Officer will be issued by the
Competent Authority of the respective Railways where the empanelled employees may
be working.
4.0 Similarly, Board has also reviewed the matter regarding promotion to Group ‘B’ post of
Assistant Physiotherapy Officer. In partial modification of para 4 of Board’s orders dated
30.11.99 referred to above, it has been decided that the selection for promotion to the Group B
posts of Assistant Physiotherapy Officer, which are also operated on floating basis, will be
conducted by Northern Railway. For this purpose, the seniority of the Physiotherapists in Group
C will also be maintained by Northern Railway. The orders of promotion to the Group B posts
of Assistant Physiotherapy officer would however, be issued by the General Managers of the
respective Railways where the empanelled employees may be working.
RBE No.20/2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2003/3/35 dated 31.1.05
(RBE No.20/05)
Sub: Refresher courses for safety categories.
In partial modification of Board’s letter No.E(MPP)2003/3/35 dated 28.5.04 (RBE
No.109/2004), it has been decided that
i)
Item No.3 JE/SE/SSE Track Machines should be read as “Track Machine
Maintainers/Technicians”
ii)
Item-6 (Track Machine Operators) should be read as “JE/SE/SSE Track Machines”
With the above corrections, the duration and periodicity for the purpose of refresher courses of
Civil Engineering staff would be as follows:-
Sl.No. Category
1
JE/SE/SSE Bridges
Duration of the
course
18working days
2
JE/SE/SSE P.Way
3
Track Machine
Maintainers/Technicians
4
Gate Keeper Trolleymen
5
PWMs, Mate Keyman,
Gangman
6
JE/SE/SSE Track
Machines.
Periodicity
Once in 5 years
Medical
Classification
A-3
(3 weeks)
12working days
Once in 5 years
A-3
(2 weeks)
12working days
Once in 5 years
A-3
(2 weeks)
12working days
Once in 5 years
A-3
(2 weeks)
12working days
Once in 5 years
B-1
(2 weeks)
12working days
Once in 3 years
A-3
(2 weeks)
This has the approval of Civil Engg. and Safety Directorates of Railway Board.
The Ministry of Railways have decided to modify the “Manual on Management of
Training”(Edition 1998) as per the Correction Slip No.2/2005 enclosed.
###
Manual on Management of Training (June 1998)
Advance Correction Slip No.2/2005
Para I of the Appendix-III of the Manual on Management of Training (Edition 1998) may be
replaced as under:-
Sl.No. Category
1
JE/SE/SSE Bridges
Duration of the Periodicity
Medical
course
Classification
18working days Once in 5 years A-3
(3 weeks)
2
JE/SE/SSE P.Way
3
Track Machine
Maintainers/Technicians
Gate Keeper Trolleymen
4
5
6
PWMs, Mate Keyman,
Gangman
JE/SE/SSE Track
Machines.
12working days
(2 weeks)
12working days
(2 weeks)
12working days
(2 weeks)
12working days
(2 weeks)
12working days
(2 weeks)
Once in 5 years A-3
Once in 5 years A-3
Once in 5 years A-3
Once in 5 years B-1
Once in 3 years A-3
[ Authority: Board's letter No. E(MPP)2003/3/35 dated 31.1.05]
Board’s letter No. TC-1/2001/108/4-Pt dated 1.2.05.
Sub: Proper functioning of weigh-bridges – Staff connected with maintenance and working of
weigh-bridge.
Ref: (i) MT’s D.O.letter No.2004/TC(FM)10/6 dated 19.8.2004.
(ii) Board’s letter No.TC-1/2004/109/4 dated 4.11.2004.
Member Traffic, Railway Board vide D.O. letter of even No. dated 19.8.2004 referred to above
has issued instructions to shift the staff working on sensitive posts for long durations in the same
place, particularly in parcel offices and goods sheds/siding. Standing instructions regarding
transfer every four years of staff holding sensitive posts already exist. The list of sensitive posts
has also been circulated vide Board’s letter No.E(NG)I/87/TR/34/NFIR/JCM/DC dated
27.9.1989. Vide Board’s letter dated 4.11.2004 referred at (ii) above instructions have also been
given interalia regarding proper calibration and functioning of weigh-bridges.
However, it has been decided that the railway staff connected with the weighment, working,
calibration and maintenance etc. of a particular weigh-bridge should not be changed frequently
so that responsibility for non-functioning of weigh-bridge/possible manipulation is not diluted.
This stipulation is within overall policy of periodical transfer of Railway employees mentioned
above.
This issues with the approval of Mechanical and Establishment Directorates of Board’s office.
Necessary instructions may be issued to the all concerned under intimation to this office.
RBE No.28/2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2001/12/10 Dated 18.2.05(RBE No.28/05)
Sub: Registration of contract of Apprenticeship within 3 months.
Ref: Board’s letter No.E(MPP)95/6/13 dt.21.8.95.
Kindly refer Board’s letter No.E(MPP)95/6/13 dt.21.8.95 (copy enclosed) directing the railway
Administration to transmit all the contracts of apprenticeship for registration to the
Apprenticeship Adviser well within a period of 3 months. It is observed that some of the
railways are still not following Apprentices Act,1961 which has been the cause of
embarrassment to Ministry of Railways.
The Hon’ble CAT/Chennai in their judgement dt.10.1.2001 in O.A.No.807/99 filed by S/Shri
G.Ganesan and M.Sivakumar had observed:-
“We have already extracted the relevant portion of the Apprentices Act,1961. The Act prohibits
that any person to be engaged as Apprentice unless there is a contract and the contract has also to
be registered. If the respondents (Southern Railway) have engaged any person without any
contract as an apprentice then they are liable to be punished under Section 30 and 31 of the Act.
The circumstances also show that there is failure on the part of the Railways in not taking
necessary action and these applicants from 1991 onwards have been asked to move from pillar to
post and at present the Railways wanted to wash their hands stating that they have done whatever
they could do at their end”.
The Railway Administration are once again directed to follow Clause 4 of Section 4 of the
Apprentices Act 1961 read with para 6(1) of the Apprenticeship Rules 1991 which stipulate as
under:-
“Apprentices Act, 1961
4(1) No person shall be engaged as an apprentice to undergo apprenticeship training in a
designated trade unless such person or, if he is a minor, his guardian has entered into a contract
of apprenticeship with the employer.
[2] The apprenticeship training shall be deemed to have commenced on the date on which the
contract of apprenticeship has been entered into under sub-section (1)
[3] Every contract of apprenticeship may contain such terms and conditions as may be agreed
to by the parties to the contract.
Provided that no such term or condition shall be inconsistent with any provision of this Act or
any rule made thereunder.
[4] Every contract of apprenticeship entered into under sub-section (1) shall be sent by the
employer within such period as may be prescribed to the Apprenticeship Adviser for
registration”.
“Apprenticeship Rules, 1991.
6. Registration of Contract of Apprenticeship – (1) Every employer shall send to the
Apprenticeship Adviser the contract of apprenticeship for registration within three months of the
date on which it was signed”.
***
Copy of Board’s letter No.E(MPP)95/6/13 dt.21.8.95.
Sub: Registration of contract of Apprenticeship within 3 months.
Under the clause 4 of Section 4 of the Apprentices Act,1961, and para 6(1) of the Apprenticeship
Rules,1991, the employer is required to send to the Apprenticeship Adviser each and every
contract of Apprenticeship for registration within 3 months from the date of signing of the
contract. DGE&T have informed that the time stipulation is not being observed by most of the
Railway Units and in many cases the contract reaches them in a year’s time. This sort of delay
defeats the spirit of the Act and may lead to embarrassment to the Railways only.
Board, therefore, desires that Railways/Production units should, transmit all the contracts of
apprenticeship for registration to the Apprenticeship Adviser well within 3 months.
RBE No. 25/2005
Board’s letter No E(NG)-II/2004/RR-1/48. dated 9.2 .2005 (RBE No. 25/05)
Sub: Typing test of Group-C Staff – Appointment against
Sports Quota.
…
In terms of this Ministry’s letter No. E(NG)-II/94/RR-3/2 dtd. 31.1.1995 persons appointed
against sports quota to the categories of Clerk and Senior Clerk in the pay scales of Rs. 30504590 and Rs. 4500-7000 respectively are required to pass typewriting test at 30 w.p.m. in
English or 25 w.p.m. in Hindi within a period of two years from the date of appointment and
their appointment is provisional subject to their acquiring the prescribed typing qualification
within the stipulated period. The period of two years is extendable with General Manager’s
approval up to four years in terms of instructions subsequently issued vide this Ministry’s letter
No. E(NG)-II/97/RR3/1 dated 2.6.1997.
2.
The matter has been reviewed by the Ministry and it has been decided that instead of two
years persons appointed as Clerk and Senior Clerk against sports quota should pass the requisite
type-writing test within a period of four years from the date of their appointment. It has also
been decided that where the typing test is not passed within this period of four years, the regular
increments due on completion of four years and thereafter should not be released. However,
even though four years is a fairly long period to acquire the requisite typewriting skill and pass
the test, keeping in view the need for active participation in sports events in the beginning of
their career, cases of those who are not able to pass the type-writing test within four years due to
active involvement in sporting activities may be referred to this Ministry for considering further
extension of time and releasing further increments. Such proposals should invariably be received
in this Ministry within three months of expiry of four year period from the date of appointment,
with General Manager’s personal recommendation detailing the sports person’s participation in
the sports events and his achievements therein during the period.
1. The cases of those persons who do not deserve extension should be dealt as per the above
instructions. However, if any sports person who has not acquired typing proficiency and
has already got four or more increments before the date of issue of these instructions, the
recovery should not be made but next regular increments should not be released till
he/she acquire the typing proficiency.
RBE No.2005
Board’s letter No. PC-III/2000/GIS/2 dated 11.1.2005
Sub: Central Government Employees Group Insurance
(PC-V/Nil,RBE No.05 )
Scheme, 1980 – Tables of Benefits for the Savings Fund
For the period from 1.1.2005 to 31.1.2005.
…
In continuation of this Ministry’s letter No.C-III/2000/GIS/2 dated 27.04.2004, a copy of
O.M.No. 7 (1)/EV/2004 dated 31.12.2004 of the Ministry of Finance, Department of
Expenditure on the above subject is forwarded herewith for information and necessary action.
No. 7(1)/EV/2004
Government of India
Ministry of Finance
Department of Expenditure
New Delhi, the 31st December, 2004.
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Sub: Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme-1980 –
Tables of Benefits for the savings fund for the period from 1.1.2005
to 31.12.2005.
…
The undersigned is directed to refer to this Ministry’s O.M. No. 7(2)/EV/2003 dated 8th January,
2004 forwarding therewith Tables of Benefits under CGESIS for the year 2004. New Tables of
Benefits for the savings fund of the Scheme based on a subscription of Rs. 10 per month from
1.1.1982 to 31.12.1989 and Rs. 15 per month w.e.f. 1.1.1990 onwards have been prepared for the
year 2005 and a copy of the same is enclosed. Another Table of Benefits for the savings fund
based on a subscription of Rs. 10 per month for those employees who had opted out of the
revised rates of subscription w.e.f. 1.1.1990 have also been drawn up or the year 2005 and as
copy of the same is also enclosed. The amounts in the Tables have been worked out on the basis
of interest @ 10% per annum (compounded quarterly) for the period from 1.1.1982 to
31.1.1982. 11% per annum (compounded quarterly) w.e.f. 1.1.1983 to 31.12.1986, 12 % per
annum (compounded quarterly) w.e.f. 1.1.1987 to 31.12.2000, 11% per annum (compounded
quarterly) we.e.f. 1.1.2001 to 31.12.2001, 9.5% per annum (compounded quarterly) w.e.f.
1.1.2002 to 31.12.2002, 9.0% per annum (compounded quarterly) w.e.f. 1.1.2003 to 31.12.2003
and 8% per annum (compounded quarterly) w.e.f. 1.1..2004 onwards. The mortality rate under
the Scheme has been taken as 3.75 per thousand per annum upto 31.12.1987 and 3.60 per
thousand per annum thereafter in both the cases. While calculating the amount it has been
assumed that the subscription has been recovered or will be recovered from the salary of the
month in which a member ceases to be in service failing which it should be deducted from
accumulated amounts payable.
1. In its application to the employees of Indian Audit and Accounts Department this Office
Memorandum issues in consultation with the Comptroller and Auditor General of India.
CENTRAL GOVT.EMPLOYEES GROUP INSURANCE SCHEME 1980
Accumulated value of contribution from 1st Jan.of year of entry to the month and year of
cessation
Contribution @ Rs.10/- p.m. throughout
Year of cessation of membership 2005
Month of cessation of membership
Year of Jan
entry
1982 8924
1983 7906
1984 6988
1985 6166
1986 5427
1987 4765
1988 4174
1989 3640
1990 3165
1991 2742
Feb.
Mar
Apr.
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct.
Nov.
Dec.
8990
7966
7042
6214
5471
4804
4208
3670
3192
2767
9055
8025
7095
6261
5514
4843
4243
3702
3221
2792
9122
8086
7150
6311
5557
4882
4279
3733
3248
2819
9190
8145
7203
6359
5600
4920
4314
3764
3276
2844
9257
8207
7257
6408
5644
4960
4349
3797
3305
2869
9326
8267
7313
6457
5689
4999
4385
3828
3334
2896
9395
8329
7368
6507
5733
5040
4421
3861
3363
2922
9464
8390
7424
6556
5778
5081
4457
3892
3393
2947
9533
8453
7481
6607
5823
5120
4493
3925
3422
2974
9603
8517
7536
6657
5868
5161
4530
3958
3451
3000
9673
8580
7593
6709
5914
5202
4567
3992
3481
3026
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2368
2034
1738
1475
1241
1033
850
685
540
410
295
190
95
7
2389
2054
1756
1491
1256
1048
861
697
549
420
304
198
102
14
2412
2074
1774
1508
1272
1061
874
708
561
430
313
207
110
21
2436
2096
1793
1525
1287
1075
886
720
571
439
322
215
118
28
2459
2117
1812
1542
1302
1088
900
732
582
449
331
223
126
35
2482
2137
1831
1559
1318
1103
912
743
594
459
340
232
133
43
2505
2158
1850
1576
1333
1117
925
754
604
469
349
240
141
50
2528
2179
1869
1593
1349
1132
939
766
615
480
358
249
149
57
2552
2201
1888
1611
1364
1146
951
778
627
490
368
258
157
65
Note:
Basis Used
From
To
1.1.82
31.12.82
10% Saving 68.75 from 1.1.82 to 31.12.87
1.1.83
31.12.86
11%
1.1.87
31.12.89
12%
1.1.90
31.12.00
12% Risk 31.25% from 1.1.82 to 31.12.87
1.1.01
31.12.01
11%
1.1.02
31.12.02
9.50%
1.1.03
31.12.03
9.00%
1.1.04
31.12.04
8.00%
1.1.05
31.12.05
8.00%
70% from 1.1.88 and onwards
30% from 1.1.88 and onwards
2576
2222
1907
1628
1381
1160
965
790
637
500
377
266
165
72
2599
2243
1927
1646
1396
1174
978
802
648
510
387
275
173
80
2623
2265
1946
1663
1412
1189
991
814
659
521
396
284
181
87
CENTRAL GOVT.EMPLOYES GROUP INSURANCE SCHEME 1980
Accumulated value of contribution from 1st Jan.of year of entry to the month and year of
cessation
Contribution @ Rs.10/- p.m. 31.2.89 and Rs.15 throughout after 1.1.90
Year of cessation of membership 2005
Month of cessation of membership
Year of Jan
entry
1982 10504
1983 9486
1984 8570
1985 7747
1986 7008
1987 6346
1988 5756
1989 5220
1990 4745
1991 4113
1992 3550
1993 3050
1994 2606
1995 2212
1996 1662
1997 1549
1998 1273
1999 1028
2000 808
2001 616
2002 443
2003 285
2004 142
2005 11
Feb.
Mar
Apr.
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct.
Nov.
Dec.
10585
9561
8637
7809
7066
6400
5804
5267
4789
4151
3585
3082
2635
2237
1664
1570
1293
1045
824
629
456
297
153
21
10665
9633
8705
7871
7124
6452
5853
5312
4830
4188
3618
2663
2663
2263
1906
1592
1311
1062
841
644
469
310
165
32
10745
9708
8773
7933
7181
6505
5903
5358
4873
4227
3652
2691
2691
2288
1931
1613
1330
1079
857
659
481
322
177
42
10827
9783
8841
7797
7239
6559
5952
5403
4916
4265
3687
3175
2719
2313
1954
1633
1349
1097
873
674
495
335
188
53
10909
9858
8911
8060
7297
6614
6002
5449
4958
4304
3723
3206
2747
2339
1977
1656
1368
1114
889
689
509
348
200
65
10993
9934
8980
8124
7357
6667
6052
5496
5002
4343
3758
3238
2776
2366
2002
1677
1390
1133
903
704
523
360
212
75
11075
10011
9050
8188
7414
6721
6104
5542
5046
4383
3793
3270
2805
2392
2025
1698
1409
1151
922
719
537
373
224
86
11160
10088
9120
8253
7474
6777
6154
5590
5090
422
3829
3302
2834
2418
2048
1720
1429
1170
939
735
553
386
236
97
11244
10164
9191
8318
7535
6832
6205
5638
5134
4462
3864
3334
2863
2444
2072
1743
1448
1188
955
750
567
400
248
108
11330
10242
9263
8384
7595
6888
6257
5686
5178
4503
3901
3368
2893
2471
2097
1765
1468
1206
972
766
581
413
260
119
11415
10320
9335
8449
7657
6945
6309
5733
5224
4542
3938
3399
2922
2498
2122
1786
1490
1224
989
781
596
425
272
131
Note:
Basis Used
From
To
1.1.82
31.12.82
10% Saving 68.75 from 1.1.82 to 31.12.87
1.1.83
31.12.86
11%
1.1.87
31.12.89
12%
1.1.90
31.12.00
12% Risk 31.25% from 1.1.82 to 31.12.87
1.1.01
31.12.01
11%
1.1.02
31.12.02
9.50%
1.1.03
31.12.03
9.00%
1.1.04
31.12.04
8.00%
1.1.05
31.12.05
70% from 1.1.88 and onwards
30% from 1.1.88 and onwards
8.00%
RBE No.31/2005
Board’s letter No. E[NG]/I/99/PM7/3 dated 22-2-2005
(RBE No.31/2005)
Sub: Filling up of promotion quota vacancies in the category of JE Gr. II scale Rs.5000-8000
consequent upon the implementation of V Pay Commission scales of pay.
The avenue of promotion of Mistries [ Redesignated as Supervisors] and Master Craftsmen [
Redesignated as Sr. Technicians] to the post of JE Gr.II scale Rs. 5000-8000 has been laid down
in this Ministry’s letters No. E[NG]/I/87/PM7/9 dated 29-9-1987 and No. E[NG]/I/86/PM7/8
dated 17-10-1990. In terms of these instructions, the then existing Gr. I Artisans as on 29-91987, till such time they remain available for promotion, along with Master Craftsmen and
Mistries are eligible to be considered for promotion by selection as JE Gr.II based on their
integrated seniority with reference to their date of entry on regular basis in the category of
Skilled Gr.I Artisans and Mistires, keeping in view the stipulations that:-
i] by reason only of his opting for and getting fitted in as Master Craftsman, a Skilled Gr.I
Artisan will not gain in seniority over others who opt to continue as Skilled Gr. I Artisans or fail
to qualify as Master Craftsman; and
ii] if a Gr. I Artisan is not found suitable for the post of Mistry in future or does not avail of the
chance of promotion as Mistry he will be considered junior to a Gr. I Artisan who may qualify
for the post of Mistry and be promoted thereto.
1.1
The stipulation at [i]
above is based on the consideration that the scheme of
introduction of the category of Master Craftsman vide para 1[iii] of this Ministry’s letter No. PCIII/82/PS3/10 dt. 14-02-1986 provides that the scale of pay attached to the post will be personal
to the incumbent.
2.
Consequent upon the implementation of V Pay Commission scales of pay in which while
Senior Technicians [ erstwhile MCMs] and JE-II came to be placed in the identical scales of pay
though the former continued to be held as personal by Skilled Gr.I Artisans , the Mistires were
placed distinctly in the lower scale of pay Rs.4500-7000 plus Rs.100 as special allowance, the
question of revision of the basis of filling up the promotion quota posts of JE-II has been under
consideration of this Ministry in consultation with the recognised federations. The federations
have, however, been insisting on the question of upgradation of posts of Mistires, being
decided in the first instance. The posts of Supervisors [erstwhile Mistires] have since been
upgraded in all departments except P.Way Mistires in Civil Engineering Department as JE-II
vide instructions contained in this Ministry’s letter No. PC-III/2003/CRC/6 dt. 9-10-2003.
Accordingly the question as to what should be the basis for promotion of Master Craftsmen to
the post of JE Gr.II, has been considered afresh by the Ministry of Railways.
1. It has now been decided as under:
i] The post of MCM [redesignated as Sr. Technician] in the scale of pay Rs.5000-8000 will no
longer be personal to Technician Gr.I but will constitute a part of the regular hierarchy in the
artisan cadre thereby making it as a normal / functional channel of promotion for Technician Gr.
I. Accordingly, the Railway should review the existing duties and responsibilities of Sr.
Technicians and prescribe additional duties and responsibilities which are of greater importance
than those of existing Sr. Technicians [MCMs] and Artisans Gr.I,
ii] The post of Sr. Technician will be filled from amongst Technician Gr. I on the basis of
seniority-cum-suitability,
iii] The post of JE-II earmarked for promotion by selection will be filled from amongst Sr.
Technicians in identical grade Rs.5000-8000 subject to the condition that the existing Technician
Grade I as may be senior to those fitted as Sr. Technician as per procedure in force uptil now will
also be considered for selection for promotion as JE-II,
iv] Sr. Technicians on their promotion as JE-II though in the identical scale of pay may be
allowed the benefit of fixation of pay under Rule 1313FR 22[1]a[1] R-II [erstwhile FR22C],
v] The work of Sr. Technicians in grade Rs.5000-8000 will be supervised by JE grade I scale
Rs.5500-9000 instead of JE-II scale Rs.5000-8000.
3.1
Para 3[iv] above also disposes of Staff Side demand in the DC-JCM.
1. These instructions shall come into force from the date of issue of this letter
2. This issues in consultation with and concurrence of Finance Directorate of the Ministry
of Railways.
RBE No.27/2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)98/9/1/Pt Dated 15.2.05 (RBE No.27/2005)
Sub: Setting up of a unit of Training Techniques and Instructional Design at IRCAMTECH,
Gwalior.
It has been decided by Board that the unit of Training Techniques and Instructional Design at
IRCAMTECH, Gwalior be closed down with immediate effect and work of this unit be
distributed to various Centralized Training institutes (CTIs) as under:-
a)
For Mechanical Department the work may be handled by IRIMEE/Jamalpur.
b)
For Electrical Department the work may be handled by IRIEEN/Nasik
c)
For Civil Engg. Department the work may be handled by IRICEN/Pune.
d)
For S&T Department the work may be handled by IRISET/Secunderabad..
e)
For Stores and Personnel Departments the work may be handled by RSC/Vadodara.
f)
For Accounts Department the work will be handled by CITARA/Secunderabad
once the same is set up. Till then the work will be handled by RSC/Vadodara.
g)
For Traffic & Commercial Department the work may be handled by
IRITM/Lucknow.
In addition to their existing functions, CTIs will carry out the following functions as well:-
(i)
Continuous analysis of training needs of all categories of staff.
(ii)
Training of Trainers of Railway Training Centres.
(iii)
Production of Lesson and Session Plans of each training programme
(iv)
Documentation and Reproduction Services in reference to Lesson and Session Plans
and Training Materials including audio video training material
(v)
Monitoring of Training Functions at Training Centres.
In order to implement the above, CTIs will
1. Nominate professor/s responsible for
(a) the training need analysis of all categories of staff of the concerned department – either
subject-wise or category-wise.
(b) Co-ordinating with the respective training centres, to modify training modules, prepare
lesson/session plans and seek approval of the Board, e.g., the nominated professor at
IRITM/LKO will co-ordinate with the principals of ZRTIs to prepare training modules;
(c) Organising the ‘Training of the Trainers’ [TOT] or ‘Management of Training’
[MOT]courses at the CTI for the instructors / Principals of the concerned training centre, e.g. the
TOT or MOT for the instructors/Principals of ZRTI will be organised at IRITM/LKO.
(d) Certifying that the instructors have successfully undergone the TOT or MOT course.
(e) Preparing audio-video training modules in bilingual either in-house or through outside
agencies as per extant rules and procedures.
II.
will prepare an Action Plan every year commencing from 2005-06
(a) Date by which approval of the Board will be sought for different modules;
(b) Printing and distribution of the training modules in bilingual to all the concerned training
centres from the date of approval by Board;
(c) The lesson / session plans will be prepared and distributed;
(d) TOT & MOT courses, their schedule and allotment to different training centres.
A format of the Action Plan for the year 2005-06 is enclosed.
The above action plan should be furnished to Board every quarter commencing from June 2005
onwards.
Copy of the existing training modules can be obtained from the Management Services site on
railnet.
ACTION PLAN 2005-06 OF INDIAN RAILWAY INSTITUTE OF [CTI]
Name of Professor
Subject
Progress during the year
I Training Module
April2005-June July 2005Oct.2005Jan 20062005
Sept.2005
Dec.2005
March2006
Target date for seeking
approval
of the Board on —————
—
Printing & Distribution
on______
II Lesson/Session Plan
Target Dt. for Printing &
Distribution
III TOT/MOT Courses
Number of courses to be
organized during the
year______
Allotment Rly /Trg Centrewise
Board’s letter No. E(Sports)98/Rectt.Policy/2 Dated 15.2.2005 .
Sub: Recruitment of sportspersons against sports quota – Sports norms for
Group D – Clarification thereof.
Attention is invited to Para 4.3 of Board’s letter No.E(Sports)2000/Policy/2 dated 19.6.2002
inter-alia stipulating that the sportsperson concerned should have represented State
School/University/State Junior or Senior Team in National School Games/Inter-University
Championships Junior or Senior National Championships except Marathon and Cross Country is
eligible to be considered for the recruitment in Group D against sports quota. Some of the Zonal
Railways have sought clarification as to whether Inter University Championship indicated in the
norms for recruitment against sports quota should be within a Zone or participation should be in
All India University Championship.
2.
In this regard, it is clarified that for Group D recruitment against sports quota as per para
4.3 of the instructions contained in Board’s letter dated 19.6.2000; the participation should be in
All India University Championship.
Board’s letter No. E(W)95 UN1/19 Dated 19.1.05
Sub: Payment of stitching charges for uniform to Public Image Category
Stitching charges for buttoned up coat and pant.
It has since been decided that stitching charges for buttoned up coat and pant may be paid as
under:
(1)
Buttoned up coat
Rs.300/-
(2)
Pant
Rs.075/-
RBE No.26/2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2004/1/98 Dated 10.2.05 (RBE No.26/2005)
Sub: Money value to be credited in the Railway Board Vacancy Bank.
Attention is drawn to Board’s letter No.PC-III/2003/CRC/6 dated 09.10.2003 (RBE
No.177/2003) wherein it has been stated that the scheme of restructuring is to be a self financing
and expenditure neutral proposition. While crediting money value in the Railways/Railway
Board’s Vacancy Banks, it may be ensured that surrenders made to the extent of providing
matching money value for restructuring are not credited to the vacancy Bank.
This has the concurrence of the associate finance of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.29/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)2004 AL1/39 Dated 18.2.05
(RBE No.29/05)
Sub: Drawal of claim of arrears on minimum benefit of Rs.100/- on promotion.
As the Railway administration are aware, in terms of paragraph 1004 of IREM Vol.I (1989
Edition) read with instructions contained in Board’s letter dated 7.4.2000, General Managers are
authorised to sanction an investigation of arrears claims when the claim is not over three years
old (irrespective of the amount involved) and when the claim is over three years old, but the
amount of the claim pertaining to the period beyond three years does not exceed Rs.5000/-. In
terms of para 1005 ibid, in cases, where the amount of the claim for the period beyond three
years exceeds Rs.5000/-, investigation of the portion within the three years limit is sanctioned by
the General Manager and, the balance (i.e. portion beyond three years) is referred to Railway
Board for orders.
2.
In the PNM/AIRF meeting at Board’s level it was pointed out that considerable difficulty
is being experienced on the Railways, in finalizing the arrear claims of employees arising out of
minimum benefit of Rs.100/- on promotion, the instructions regarding which were circulated
vide letter No.F(E)II/99/FR1/1 dated 27.9.99, and which were subsequently made effective from
1.1.96 vide Board’s letter of the same number dated 26.5.2000. The Federation had sought a
special dispensation to allow the Railways to sanction investigation of arrear claims arising out
of implementation of the aforesaid instructions from 1.1.96, without making a reference to the
Board for claims beyond 3 years as provided in para 1005 of IREM Vol. I 1989 edition.
3.
The matter has been considered by the Board and keeping in view the difficulty faced by
the Railways, it has been decided that in cases of arrear claims arising out of antedating of the
aforesaid instructions, where the amount of the claim for the period beyond 3 years exceeds
Rs.5,000/-, sanction for investigation of the entire claim may be done at the General manager’s
level, as a one time exception, in relaxation of para 1005 of IREM Vol.I, 1989 edition.
4.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.30/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)Spl.2004/FR/1/2 Dated 22.2.05 (RBE No.30/05)
Sub: Grant of Dual Charge allowance for combination of appointments.
Ref: 1. Board’s letter No.F(E)Spl.98/FR/1/1 dated 28.1.2000
2. Board’s letter No.PC-V/2004/A/DA/1 dated 25.8.2004.
Pursuant to the Board’s letters mentioned above, it is clarified that the ceiling of Rs.26,000/- p.m.
fixed for grant of dual charge allowance i.e. Basic Pay + Additional Pay @ 10% of the
presumptive pay of the additional post, will be enhanced to Rs.26000+50% D.P. i.e. Rs.39,000/w.e.f. 1.4.2004. The 10% presumptive pay should be calculated on basic pay + D.P. In other
words, aggregate of pay and additional pay shall in no case exceed Rs.39,000/- per month.
All other terms and conditions governing Dual Charge Allowance shall remain unchanged.
RBE No. 34/2005
Board’s letter No. E(D&A)2004/RG-6/52 dated 22.2.2005 (RBE No. 34/05).
Sub: Cases of persons whose conduct is under investigation or against whom a chargesheet is
pending – consideration for promotion – clarification regarding.
..
The procedure and guidelines to be followed in respect of promotion of Gazetted and NonGazetted Railway servants against whom disciplinary proceedings /Criminal prosecution etc are
pending, were circulated to the Zonal Railways respectively vide Board’s letter No. E(D&A)
92/RG 6-149(B) and E(D&A)92/RG 6-149(A), both dated 21.1.1993. These were based on the
instructions contained in DOP&T’s O.M.No. 22011/4/91-Estt.(A) dated 14.9.1992. A further
clarification has since been issued by the DOP&T vide their O.M.No.22012/1/99-Estt.(D) dated
25.10.2004 and the same is circulated herewith for guidance and compliance.
1. DPO&T’s O.M. dated 25.10.2004 emphasises the following points:-
(i)
In respect of employees in the Zone of consideration for promotion, a bare
statement as to whether the case of the Railway servant is covered by any of the three conditions
mentioned at para 2 of Board’s letters of 21.1.1993 only need to be furnished to the DPC to
enable it to place its recommendations in the sealed cover. No other details about the pending
inquiry or the nature of charges etc. are to be furnished to the DPC lest these details weigh with
the DPC in making its recommendations.
(ii)
Where none of the three circumstances mentioned in Para 2 of Board’s letters of
21.1.1993 referred to above has arisen, a simple vigilance clearance would need to be furnished.
There is also no need of furnishing a separate integrity certificate to the DPC.
1. Provisions mentioned in para 4 of DOP&T’s OM dated 25.10.2004 are already contained
in para 3.1 of Board’s letter No.E(D&A)92/RG6-149(A) dated 21.1.1993 and in para 6 of
Board’s letter No. E(D&A)92/RG 6-149(B) dated 21.1.1993.
Copy of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions Deptt. of Personnel & Training
New Delhi’s Office Memorandum No. 22012/1/99-Estt(D) dated 25.10. 2004.
Sub:Cases of persons whose conduct is under investigation or against whom a charge sheet is
pending – considerations for promotion – Clarification regarding.
The undersigned is directed to refer to the Department of Personnel and Training office
memorandum No. 22011/4/91-Estt.A dated 14th September, 1992 (Copy enclosed) which has
been issued pursuant to the judgment of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in the case of Union of
India vs. K.V. Janakiraman etc (AIR 1991 SC 2010), and is in supersession of all previous
instructions on the subject, and to say that para 2.1 of the said Office Memorandum provides that
the DPC shall assess the suitability of the Government servants coming within the purview of the
circumstances mentioned in para 2 of the Office Memorandum, along with other eligible
candidates, without taking into consideration the disciplinary case/criminal prosecution
pending. Therefore, it is made clear that only a bare statement that case of an employee in the
zone of consideration/extended zone of consideration is covered by any of the three situations
indicated in para 2 of the said Office Memorandum is to be furnished to the DPC to enable it to
place its recommendations in the sealed cover. No other details about the pending inquiry or the
nature of charges etc. are to be furnished to the DPC lest these details weigh with the DPC in
making its recommendations, which are to be placed in the sealed cover.
2.
Considerable doubts also persist about the furnishing of the vigilance clearance and
integrity certificate to the DPC. It is clarified that the DPC is required to consider the cases of
all persons who are otherwise eligible in terms of the Recruitment Rules as on the relevant
crucial date and are in the zone of consideration. If, however, case of an employee in the zone of
consideration is covered by any of the three situations, only this fact is to be furnished to the
DPC so that the recommendations could be placed in sealed cover. Where none of the three
situations has arisen, a simple vigilance clearance would need to be furnished. Vigilance
clearance/status would have no other significance and would not be a factor in deciding the
fitness of the officer for promotion on merit.
3.
It is also clarified that there is no requirement of furnishing a separate integrity certificate
to the DPC. In terms of the judgment of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in the case of Union of
India vs. K.V.Janakiraman etc. (AIR 1991 SC 2010), no promotion can be withheld merely on
the basis of suspicion or doubt or where the matter is under preliminary investigation and has not
reached the stage of issue of charge sheet etc. If in the matter of corruption/dereliction of duty
etc., there is a serious complaint and the matter is still under investigation of CBI or otherwise,
the Government is within its right to suspend the official. In that case, the officer’s case for
promotion would automatically be required to be placed in the sealed cover.
1. If the conditions indicated in para 2 of DOPT Office Memorandum dated 14th September
1992, arise only after the DPC has made its recommendations and therefore, the
recommendations could not be placed in the sealed cover, para 7 of the said Office
Memorandum provides that the recommendations of the DPC shall be deemed to have
been placed in the sealed cover and he shall not be promoted until he is exonerated of the
charges. Therefore, after the recommendations of DPC have been approved by the
competent authority, it is necessary to again seek the status position from the concerned
vigilance division before issuing promotion order in respect of any officer included in the
approved panel of names to ensure that there is no hindrance in issuing the promotion
order in respect of the concerned officer.
RBE No.33/2005)
Board’s letter No.PC-V/97/1/9/6 Dated 22.2.2005 (PC No.V-446) (RBE No.33/2005).
Sub: Implementation of the recommendation of the V CPC regarding
conversion of 50% Dearness Relief into Dearness Pension –
clarification regarding.
A copy of Office Memorandum No.45/1/2004-P&PW(G) dated 27.01.2005 of Ministry of
Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare) on
the above subject is sent herewith for your information and necessary action.
1. A concordance of the orders referred to in the enclosed memorandum with reference to
the Railway orders is indicated below.
S.No. Para No. No.& date of Deptt. of Pension &
Pensioners’ Welfare O.M.
1
1
No. & date of corresponding orders
issued by Railway Board.
PC-V/97/I/9/6 dated 14.04.2004
(RBE No. 83/2004, PC-V/409)
42/2/2004-P&PW(G) dated
15.3.2004.
Copy of Govt. of India, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions/ Deptt. of
Pension and Pensioners Welfare’s Office Memorandum No.45/I/2004-P&PW(G) dated 27th
January, 2005.
Sub: Implementation of the recommendation of the Vth CPC regarding
conversion of 50% Dearness Relief into Dearness Pension –
clarification reg.
…
The undersigned is directed to say that as number of communications have been received from
various Ministries/Department/Pay & Accounts Offices seeking clarification regarding
conversion of 50% Dearness Relief into Dearness Pension in terms of this Department’s
O.M.No.42/2/2204-P&PW(G) dated 15th March, 2004. The points raised are clarified below:Points
(1) Whether minimum pension
of Rs. 1,275/- has been
enhanced to Rs. 1913/-? Should
this amount be mentioned in
PPO?
Decision /Clarification
No. Minimum basic pension continues to be Rs. 1275/-.
However those who retired on/after 1.1.2004 would be
entitled to minimum pension/family pension of Rs.
1275/- plus Dearness Pension amounting to Rs. 638/which comes to Rs. 1913/- . Since there is no change in
the limit of minimum pension there ias no need to revise
the limit of minimum pension in the PPIOs.
(2) Whether re-employed
No. Since they are not eligible for Dearness Relief, the
/absorbees are eligible Pension? question of conversion of 50% DR into Dearness Pension
does not arise.
(3) Whether pension should not
be less than 50% of the
minimum of scale of post or
50% of the minimum of scale
plus Dearness Pay of the post?
Since Dearness Pay is included in emoluments for
calculation of pension, 50% of minimum of scale will
also include Dearness Pay. However, Dearness Pay and
Dearness Pension will be shown distinctly from the
minimum of scale.
(4) Whether recovery of License No. Extant rule continues and License Fee will be
Fee under Rule 72(6) can be
recovered from DR only.
made from Dearness Pension
also?
RBE No.32/2005
Board’s letter No.PC-V/2004/ACP/1/PC-V/445 dated 22.2.2005 (RBE no.32/05).
Sub: Assured Career Progression (ACP) Scheme for the Railway
servants – Clarification regarding non-empanelment of an
employee after passing normal selection.
…
Please refer to Board’s letter of even number dated 1.10.1999 regarding the Assured Career
Progression Scheme (ACPS) and subsequent amendments/clarifications that have been issued
from time to time.
1. The NFIR had raised the issue relating to cases where an employee, who passed the
normal selection but could not be empanelled/promoted due to shortage of vacancy and
was asked to appear again for selection for ACP. The matter has since been examined
and it has been decided that an employee, who has passed the normal selection but could
not be finally empanelled only because of paucity of vacancies, may be exempted from
reappearing in the selection for ACP. However, an employee, who has passed selection
for ACP, would again be required to go through the process of selection at the time of his
normal promotion as per extant instructions.
2
This issues with the concurrence of Associate Finance.
RBE No.35/2005
Board’s letter No. .F(E)III/2005/LE-1/1 Dated 23.2.05(RBE No.35/05)
Sub: Grant of study leave/EOL for study purpose to Medical Officers.
The powers to grant study leave within India to the Gazetted Officers of the Medical Department
were delegated to the General Managers of Zonal Railways vide Railway Board’s letter
No.F(E)III/89/LE-1/5 dated 19.2.90. These instructions inter-alia provided that the General
Managers, while considering proposals for grant of study leave, shall satisfy themselves that
more than the required number of specialists are not already available and that the work can be
managed without substitute during the absence of the officers, who have been granted study
leave and that not more than five doctors on each of the Central, Eastern, Northern, Southern,
South Central, South Eastern and Western Railways three each on North Eastern and Northeast
Frontier Railways and one doctor each on production units are granted study leave in a year. The
said limit was inclusive of the number of officers who are allowed the deputation terms or Extra
Ordinary Leave for study purposes in certain medical specialities as per extant orders.
2.
With the operationalisation of seven new Zonal Railways viz., East Central, East Coast,
North Central, North Western, South East Central, South Western and West Central Railways,
the existing instructions dt.19.2.1990 regarding the maximum number of doctors that can be
granted Study Leave/EOL for study purpose or sent on deputation terms in a year have been
reviewed and it has been decided by the Board that henceforth, not more than three medical
officers on each of the 16 Zonal Railways and not more than one medical officer on each of the
Production Units may be granted study leave in a year. The other provisions stipulated in
Board’s letter dated 19.2.90 shall continue to remain in force.
3.
This also disposes of South Western Railway’s letter No.SWR/HQ/P.508
/Medical/Dr.MBR dated 29.12.2004.
RBE No.38/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)II/91/RR-1/20 Dated 7.3.05(RBE No.38/05)
Sub: Vacancies in Clerical Cadre – Direct Recruitment Quota.
Attention is invited to Board’s letter of even number dated 8.1.2003 on the above subject,
wherein instructions had been issued for freezing of 25% of the vacancies falling within the
direct recruitment quota in the category of Clerks in scale Rs.3050-4590 (RSRP) and in Senior
Clerks in scale Rs.4500-7000 (RSRP) and 20% in the category of Junior Accounts Assistant and
Accounts Clerk. The question of continuance of the above freeze orders has been considered by
the Board and it has been decided to extend the currency of the instructions mentioned for a
further period upto 31.12.2006.
2.
In this regard, Board also desire that the Railways and Production Units should furnish
information regarding the sanctioned strength of Jr. Clerks, Sr. Clerks, Jr. Accounts Assistants
and Accounts Clerks as on 1.4.92 and as on 1.11.2004.
Board’s letter No. E(LL)2004/AT/WC/3 Dated 16.3.05
Sub: Workmen’s Compensation Act,1923 – Compensation to Trainee Skilled Artisans during
training period.
An issue was raised by the Staff Side in DC/JCM vide their Item No.15/2004 in March 2004 in
regard to treating the cases of injury to Trainee Artisans caused in the course of performing jobs
as “Injury on duty”.
The matter has been considered in consultation with the Ministry of Labour and it is clarified that
Workmen’s Compensation Act would be applicable to the categories listed below:-
(i)
post;
Pre-working post trainee in case of compassionate ground appointee, against regular
(ii)
Pre-working post trainee in case of regular appointee through Railway Recruitment
Board; and,
(iii)
Apprentices given training in Railways under Apprenticeship Act, 1961, where there
is no condition of appointment on regular basis.
The persons as mentioned at S.No.(i) to (iii) above fall within the purview of ‘Workman” as per
Schedule II of Workmen’s Compensation Act. A ”workman” means any person who is a
Railway Servant as defined in {Clause 34 of Section II of Railway Act,1989} not permanently
employed in any administrative, district or Sub-Divisional office of a railway and is not
employed in any such capacity as is specified in Schedule II of the Workmen’s Compensation
Act,1923..
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.39/2005
Board’s letter No. E(W)95 PS 5-1/29 Dated 10.3.05(RBE No.39/05)
Sub: Inclusion of children from void marriage in the privilege passes
issued to railway employees.
Ref: Board’s letter of even No.dt.13.9.03.
1.
Instructions were issued vide Board’s letter referred to above, that children born out of
void marriage are not eligible for inclusion in the Pass of widows of Railway servants.
2.
On reference from a Railway whether children born out of void marriage are eligible for
inclusion in the Privilege pass issued to railway servants, the case has been further examined and
it is clarified that children born out of void marriages are not eligible for any kind of railway
passes.
3.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.41/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)III/2003/PN1/1 Dated 10.3.05(RBE No.41/05)
[TO BE PUBLISHED IN THE GAZETTE OF INDIA PART II, SECTION 3, SUB-SECTION
[ii]]
NOTIFICATION
S.O. In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to article 309 of the Constitution, the
President hereby makes the following rules further to amend the Railway Services (Pension)
Rules, 1993, namely:
1
(1) These rules may be called the Railways Services (Pension) (Second Amendment)
Rules, 2005.
(2) They shall be deemed to have come into force from the 30th day of September,2000.
2
In the Railway Services (Pension) Rules, 1993, after rule 53, the following rule
shall be inserted, namely :-
“ 53 A, Conditions for payment of pension on absorption consequent upon conversion of a
Railway Department into a Central autonomous body or a public sector undertaking :-
(1) On conversion of a Department of the Railway into a public sector undertaking or an
Autonomous body, all Railway Servants of that Department shall be transferred en-masse to
that public sector undertaking or autonomous body, as the case may be, on terms of foreign
services without any deputation allowance till such time they get absorbed in the said
undertaking or body, as the case may be, and such transferred Railway servants shall be
absorbed in the public sector undertaking or autonomous body, as the case may be, with effect
from such date as may be notified by the Government.
(2) The Government shall allow the transferred railway servants an option to revert to the
railway or to seek permanent absorption in the public sector undertaking or autonomous body,
as the case may be.
(3) The option referred to in sub-rule (2) shall be exercised by every transferred railway servant
in such manner and within such period as may be specified by the Government.
(4) The permanent absorption of the railway servants as employees of the public sector
undertaking or autonomous body shall take effect from the date on which their options are
accepted by the Government and on and from the date of such acceptance, such employees
shall cease to be Railway servants and they shall be deemed to have retired from railway service.
(5)
Upon absorption of railway servants in the public sector undertaking or
autonomous body, the post which they were holding in the Government before such absorption
shall stand abolished.
(6)
The employees who opt to revert to railway service shall be re-deployed
through the surplus cell of the Railway.
(7)
The employees including temporary employees but excluding casual labourers,
who opt for permanent absorption in the public sector undertaking or autonomous body, shall on
and from the date of absorption be governed by the rules and regulations or bye-laws of the
public sector undertaking or autonomous body, as the case may be.
(8) A permanent railway servant who has been absorbed as an employee of a public sector
undertaking or autonomous body, as the case may be, shall be eligible for pensionary benefits on
the basis of combined service rendered by him or her in the railways and in the public sector
undertaking or autonomous body in accordance with the formula for calculation of pension or
family pension under these rules as may be in force at the time of his retirement from the public
sector undertaking or autonomous body, as the case may be.
Explanation:- The amount of pension or family pension of the absorbed employee on
superannuation from public sector undertaking or autonomous body, as the case may be, shall be
calculated in the same way as would be the case with a railway servant, retiring on
superannuation, on the same day.
(9)
The pension of an employee under sub-rule (8) shall be calculated on the basis
of his last ten months average pay.
(10) In addition to pension or family pension, as the case may be, the employees shall also be
eligible to dearness relief as per industrial dearness allowance pattern.
(11) The benefits of pension and family pension shall be available to temporary transferred
railway servants after they have been confirmed in the public sector undertaking or autonomous
body.
(12) A permanent railway servant absorbed in public sector undertaking or autonomous body, or
a temporary railway servant who has been confirmed in the public sector undertaking or
autonomous body subsequent to his or her absorption therein, shall be eligible to seek voluntary
retirement after completing ten years of qualifying service with the Government and the
autonomous body or public sector undertaking taken together, and he or she shall be eligible for
prorata pensionary benefits on the basis of combined qualifying service.
(13) The Government shall create a Pension Fund in the form of a trust and the pensionary
benefits of absorbed employees shall be paid out of such Pension Fund.
(14)
The Member Staff, Railway Board shall be the Chairperson of the Board of
Trustees which shall include representatives of the Ministers of Finance, Personnel, Public
Grievances and Pensions, Labour, concerned public sector undertaking or autonomous body and
their employees and experts in the relevant field to be nominated by the Government.
(15)
The procedure and the manner in which pensionary benefits are to be
sanctioned and disbursed from the Pension Fund shall be determined by the Government on the
recommendation of the Board of Trustees.
(16)
The Government shall discharge its pensionary liability by paying in lump sum
as a one time payment to the Pension Fund the pro rata pension or service gratuity and retirement
gratuity for the service rendered till the date of absorption of the railway servant in the public
sector undertaking or autonomous body.
(17) The manner of sharing the financial liability on account of payment of pensionary benefits
by the public sector undertaking or autonomous body shall be determined by the Government.
(18) Lumpsum amount of the pro rata pension shall be determined in accordance with the Table
of the values in Appendix to the Railway Services (Commutation of Pension) Rules, 1993.
(19) The public sector undertaking or autonomous body, as the case may be, shall make
pensionary contribution to the Pension Fund for the period of service to be rendered by the
concerned employees under that undertaking or body at the rates as may be determined by the
Board of Trustees so that the Pension Fund shall be self-supporting.
(20) If, for any financial or operational reason, the Trust is unable to discharge its liabilities fully
from the Pension Fund and the public sector undertaking or autonomous body is also not in a
position to meet the shortfall, the Government shall be liable to meet such expenditure and such
expenditure shall be debited to either the Fund or to the public sector undertaking or autonomous
body, as the case may be.
(21) Payments of pensionary benefits of the pensioners of a railway department on the date of
conversion of it into a public sector undertaking or autonomous body shall continue to be the
responsibility of the Government and the mechanism for sharing its liabilities on this account
shall be determined by the Government.
(22) Upon conversion of a railway department into a public sector undertaking or autonomous
body-
(a)
the balance of provident fund standing at the credit of the absorbed employees on the
date of their absorption in the public sector undertaking or autonomous body shall with the
consent of such undertaking or body, be transferred to the new provident fund account of the
employees in such undertaking or body, as the case may be;
(b) leave on average pay and leave on half average pay at the credit of the employees on the date
of absorption shall stand transferred to such undertaking or body, as the case may be;
(c) the dismissal or removal from service of the public sector undertaking or autonomous body
of any employees after his or her absorption in such undertaking or body for any subsequent
misconduct shall not amount to forfeiture of the retirement benefits for the service rendered
under the railways and in the event of his dismissal or removal or retrenchment, the decisions of
the undertaking or body shall be subject to confirmation by the Ministry of Railways.
(23)
In case the Government disinvests its equity in any public sector undertaking or
autonomous body to the extent of fifty-one per cent or more, it shall specify adequate safeguards
for protecting the interests of the absorbed employees of such public sector undertaking or
autonomous body.
(24)
The safeguards specified under sub-rule (23) shall include option for voluntary
retirement or continued service in the undertaking or body, as the case may be, or voluntary
retirement benefits on terms applicable to railway servants or employees of the public sector
undertaking or autonomous body as per option of such servants or employees, assured payment
of earned pensionary benefits with relaxation in period of qualifying service, as may be decided
by the Government.”
EXPLANATORY MEMORANDUM
1. The Railway Services (Pension) Rules, 1993 came into force on the 3rd December, 1993.
2. In order to keep uniformity with the Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare’s
Notification on the issue published in the Gazette of India, vide number S.O.904 (E)
dated the 30th September, 2000, this notification is given retrospective effect from the
30th September, 2000.
3. The amendments to the said rules with retrospective effect will not adversely affect the
interest of any person.
Note: The Railway Services (Pension) Rules,1993 were published in the Gazette of India,
Extraordinary , vide number S.O.930 dated the 3rd December,1993 and subsequently amended by
–
Sl.No. Notification No.
Date
Published in the Gazette of India
Part II Section 3 Sub-section (ii).
1.
1.
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
2.
F(E)III/94/PN1/31 (Amendment)
F(G)94 EM1-6
F(E)III/99/PN1/38 (Modification
F(E)III/PN1/14(Amendment)
F(E)III/2000/PN1/23
E(G)2002 EM1/1
F(E)III/2003/PN1/38 (Amendment)
F(E)III/2004/PN1/21 (Amendment)
F(E)III/2003/PN1/25
S.O.No.
Publication
3.
4.
03.02.1995 511
31.3.1995 1026
23.5.2000 1554
24.5.2000 153
18.10.2001 1081
23.8.2002 1214(E)
30.12.2003 1488(E)
7.12.2005 3191
20.1.2005 399
Date of
5
25.2.1995
15.4.199
15.7.2000
15.7.2000
30.3.2002
4.11.2004
30.12.2003
18.12.2004
5.2.2005
RBE No.44/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)III/98/PN1/4 Dated 16.3.05(RBE No.44/05)
Sub: Eligibility of divorced/widowed daughter for grant of family pension.
As per clauses (ii) and (iii) of sub-rule (6) of Rule 75 of the Railway Services (Pension)
Rules,1993 read with clause (b) of para 7.2 of Board’s letter No.F(E)III/97/PN1/22 dated
5.11.97, son/daughter, including widowed/divorced daughter, shall be eligible for grant of family
pension till he/she attains the age of 25 years or up to the date of his/her marriage/remarriage,
whichever is earlier (subject to income criterion to be notified separately). The income criterion
has been laid down in Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare’s O.M.No.45/51/97P&PW(E) dated the 5th March,1998 circulated vide Board’s letter of even number dated 27.4.98
according to which, to be eligible for family pension, a son/daughter (including
widowed/divorced daughter) shall not have an income exceeding Rs.2550/- per month from
employment in Government, the private sector, self employment, etc. Further orders were issued
vide Board’s letter of even number dated 20.8.2001 regarding eligibility of disabled
divorced/widowed daughter for family pension for life subject to conditions specified therein.
2.
The demand for removing the condition of age limit in favour of divorced/widowed
daughters, who had already been sanctioned family pension, so that they continue to draw family
pension even after attaining the age limit of 25 years, has been under consideration of the
Government in Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare and it has now been decided that
there will be no age restriction in such cases and they shall continue to draw family pension even
after their attaining 25 years of age subject to fulfilment of all other conditions prescribed in the
case of son/daughter. Such daughter, including disabled divorced/widowed daughter, shall,
however, not be required to come back to her parental home as stipulated in para 2 (ii) of
DOP&PW’s O.M. dated 25th July,2001 (circulated vide Board’s letter of even number dated
20.8.2001), which may be deemed to have been modified to that extent.
3.
These orders shall take effect from 25.8.2004. It is accordingly clarified that subject to all
other conditions prescribed in the case of son/daughter:
i)
a divorced/widowed daughter shall be eligible for sanction of family pension
provided the divorce with or death of her husband took place before her attaining 25 years of
age.
ii)
A widowed/divorced daughter, who has been sanctioned family pension before
attaining the age of 25 years and has been in receipt of the same as on 25.8.2004 shall continue
to be paid family pension even after attaining the age of 25 years.
iii)
Family pension sanctioned to a widowed /divorced daughter and discontinued on her
attaining 25 years of age prior to 25.8.2004 shall be resumed w.e.f. 25.8.2004 and no
arrears for the period prior to 25.8.2004 shall be paid.
Board’s letter No. .F(X)I-2002/11/1 Dated 9.3.05.
Sub: Revision of flat rate of license fee (Standard Rent) for residential accommodation all over
Indian Railways w.e.f. 01.07.2004.
The flat rates of license fee (Standard Rent) for residential accommodation over the Indian
Railways were last revised w.e.f. 1.4.2001 and notified vide Board’s letter number F(X)I2001/11/1 dated 15.6.2001. The revision had become due in 2004. Accordingly, Ministry of
Railways have decided to revise the license fee (Standard Rent) for residential accommodation
over Indian Railways, as shown in the Annexure, w.e.f. 1.7.2004.
2.
Orders for revision of rent recoverable in regard to leased accommodation will be issued
separately.
3.
The revision shall not apply to sub-standard accommodation.
4
Immediate action may please be taken to give effect to these orders and compliance
reported.
Annexure.
STATEMENT SHOWING THE REVISED FLAT RATES OF LICENSE FEE FOR
DIFFERENT TYPES OF ACCOMMODATIONS
(Enclosure to letter No.F(X)I-2002/11/1 dated 9.3.2005)
Type
Slab of Plinth Area
I
Upto 25 sq.m.
36
25- 30 sq.m.
44
53
30- 35 sq.m.
53
64
above 35 sq. m.
Upto 45 sq.m.
58
71
70
85
45- 50 sq.m.
82
98
50- 55 sq.m.
90
108
above 55 sq.m.
Upto 60 sq.m.
98
125
118
150
60-65 sq.m.
135
162
65-70 sq.m.
144
173
above 70 sq.m.
156
187
II
III
Rate of License Fee
w.e.f. 01.04.2001
Revised rates of
license fee w.e.f.
1.7.2004
43
IV
V
Upto 80 sq.m.
185
222
80- 90 sq. m.
206
247
90-100 sq.m.
228
274
100-120 sq.m.
269
323
above 120 sq.m.
Upto 150 sq.m.
341
507
409
608
150-200 sq.m.
635
762
200-250 sq.m.
897
1076
250-300 sq.m.
1025
1230
300-350 sq.m.
1268
1522
above 350 sq.m.
1521
1825
Notes:1. For servants’ quarters and garages allotted, following flat rates may be recovered:
Existing Rates
Revised Rates
i)
Servant quarters
Rs.33
Rs.40
ii)
Garages
Rs.23
Rs.28
2. Rates of license fee for Type-IV Quarters will also apply to officers’ Transit flats.
RBE No.37/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/2003/1/7/6/1 Dated 28.02.2005( RBE No.37/05)
Sub: Admissibility of two additional increments (non-absorbable)
to the Nursing staff possessing B.Sc. Degree after fixation of
pay in newly revised pay scales w.e.f. 01.01.96.
The Nursing staff holding B.Sc. degree as additional qualification appointed before 01.01.96,
were extended the benefit of two advance increments in terms of IREM (Vol.I)1989 edition, para
166, sub-para (iii). The above scheme has been reviewed by the Ministry of Health and Family
Welfare in consultation with the Department of Personnel and Training and it has been decided
to continue the scheme. The matter regarding treatment of these increments had been under
examination in Board’s Office in consultation with Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
2
It has now been decided that on electing to come over to revised scales under V CPC,
the pay of the Nursidng staff who were enjoying the benefit of upto two advance increments in
the IV CPC pay scale as on 01.01.1996 may be fixed in the revised pay scale with reference to
the pay in the pre-revised scale excluding the quantum of two advance increments enjoyed by
them. After the pay is fixed in the revised scale (V CPC), two additional increments at the
revised rate (non-absorbable) may be granted in the revised scale.
3.
The additional increments (non-absorbable) are not to be treated as pay for the purpose
of allowances. However, past cases decided otherwise need not be reopened for the purpose of
recovery, although pay in all cases have to be fixed and regulated as indicated above.
4.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Railway Board.
RBE No. 43/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/97/1/7/14 Dated 16.3.2005 (PC-V/449, RBE No./43/05)
Sub: Rates of Dearness Allowance in respect of Railway employees of who have continued to
draw their pay/emoluments in the pre-revised scales of pay – effective from 1.7.2002, 1.1.2003,
1.7.2003, 1.1.2004 & 1.7.2004 – regarding.
In continuation of Ministry of Railways letter of even number dated 13.6.2002 (S.No.PC-V/344,
RBE No.84/2002) revising the rate of Dearness Allowance w.e.f. 1.1.2002 in respect of Railway
servants who continue to draw their pay and emoluments in the pre-revised scale of pay, the
revised rate of Dearness Allowance w.e.f. 1.7.2002, 1.1.2003, 1.7.2003, 1.1.2004 & 1.1.2004
would be as follows:-
Rate of Dearness Allowance.
Date from which
payable
1.7.2002
1.1.2003
1.7.2003
1.1.2004
1.7.2004
Pay upto Rs.3500 p.m. Pay above Rs.3500
Pay above Rs.6000
and upto Rs.6000 p.m. p.m.
279%
209%(Rs.9765)
181%(Rs.12540)
287%
215%(Rs.10045)
186%(Rs.12900)
295%
221% (Rs.10325)
191%(Rs.13260)
301%
226%(Rs.10535)
196% (Rs.13560)
308%
231%(Rs.10780)
200%(Rs.13860)
NOTE:- Amount within brackets represent the minimum amount payable per month as Dearness
Allowance to employees in the different pay ranges.
2.
All other conditions as laid down in the letter dated 16.11.2000 will continue to apply.
RBE No.42/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/2003/1/11/2 dated 11.3.205 (PC-V/448, RBE No.42/05)
Sub: Pay fixation of staff posted against the post of Sr. Traffic
Costing Inspectors in Traffic Costing Cell.
Consequent upon upgradation of pay scales of Accounts Staff, the issue of upgradation of the
posts of Sr. Traffic Costing Inspectors in Traffic Costing Cell has been under consideration as
improvement in the pay scale of the categories of the parent cadre of the staff inducted against
the post of Sr. Traffic Costing Inspectors led to such incumbents of the posts of Sr.Traffic
Costing Inspectors of Traffic Costing Cell drawing pay in lower pay scale compared to their
counterparts working in the parent cadre.
The matter has been examined and it has been decided that upgradation of the posts of Sr.Traffic
Costing Inspectors to the pay scale of Rs.7450-11500 cannot be granted. However, the staff
posted against the posts of Sr.Traffic Costing Inspectors in Traffic Costing Cell may be allowed
to draw pay in the pay scale of Rs.7450-11500 if they are promoted to this pay scale in their
respective parent cadres.
This has the approval of the Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
Board’s letter No. . F(X)I-99/11/1 Dated 17.3.05
Sub: Revision of rates of damages for unauthorized occupation of Railway accommodation.
In terms of this Ministry’s letter No.F(X)I-86/11/9 dated 1.4.1989, it was decided that the rates
of damages fixed for unauthorized occupation of Railway accommodation would remain in force
for a period of two years or till further orders, from the date of effect of orders issued on the
subject matter. As a result, the rates of damages for unauthorized occupation of Railway
accommodation last fixed vide this Ministry’s letter of even number dated 24.7.2002 have now
undergone revision.
2.
Accordingly, in partial modification of all orders/guidelines issued on the subject matter in
the past, it has now been decided to revise the rates of damages for unauthorized occupation of
railway accommodation with effect from 01.12.2004 as under:
(Rupees per sq.m. of plinth area/per month)
Type of
accommodation
Revised rates effective from 1.12.2004
Class
A-I
I to IV
V & above
114
166
Class ‘A’, Class ‘C’ & Class
B-I & B-II unclassified
A-I
86
76
132
126
112
192
Class ‘A’, Class ‘C’ &
B-I & B-II unclassified
99
144
88
128
3.
In addition, garden charges and other charges as applicable in respect of above revision
will also be recovered.
4.
These rates will be effective from 01.12.2004 and remain in force for a period of two years
or till further orders.
Board’s letter No. E(W)2001/PS 5-1/1 dated 16.3.05
Sub: Issue of Post Retirement Complimentary Pass to Non-Railway Staff.
Ref: Your U.O.No.59-Rly/Misc.17.7/2-4 dated 15.2.2005.
In terms of provisions in the Railway Servant’s Pass Rules,1986 (2nd Edition 1993), Post
Retirement Complimentary Passes are granted to those Railway Servants who have completed a
minimum of 20 years Railway Service. Audit Staff working on the Railways are not Railway
Servants. They are, therefore, not eligible for grant of Post Retirement Complimentary Pass
even if they retire from Railways with a minimum of 20 years Railway Service.
Board’s letter No. E(W)2001/PS 5-1/1 dated 12.04.05
Sub: Issue of Post Retirement Complimentary Pass to Non-Railway Staff.
Staff / Officers of Railway Audit Department are entitled to Post Retirement Complimentary
Passes as applicable to staff/ officers of equivalent status and pay on Railways, I terms of
Board’s letter No. E[G] 58 PS 5-20/1 dated 8-6-61. Board’s letter No. E(W)2001/PS 5-1/1 dated
16.3.05 may, therefore, be treated as rescinded.
RBE No.51/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)I/2005/AL-4/2 Dated 22.3.05(RBE No.51/05)
Sub: Merger of 50% of Dearness Allowance with Basic Pay – Revision of pay range slab for the
purpose of Special Compensatory (Remote Locality)Allowance.
Ref: Board’s letter No.F(E)I/98/AL-4/6 dt.2.9.98.
Pursuant to merger of 50% of Dearness Allowance with Basic Pay, a reference has been made by
AIRF for revision of pay range slabs for determining the eligibility limit for grant of Special
Compensatory Remote Locality Allowance. The matter has been considered in consultation with
the Ministry of Finance and it has been decided to revise the existing pay range for determining
the eligibility for special compensatory (remote Locality) Allowance w.e.f. 1.4.04 as follows.
Existing
pay
Range
Rs.
Below
3000
3000 4499
4500 5999
6000 -
Rate
(p.m.)
Arrears Included in (Annexures to
Bd’s letter No.F(E)I/98/AL/4/6
dt.2.9.98)
Part A Part B Part C Part D
300
250
150
40
500
400
300
80
700
550
450
120
1000
800
600
160
Revised
Rate
pay
Range*
(p.m)
*Basic Arrears Included in (Annexures to
Bd’s letter No.F(E)I/98/AL/4/6
Pay+DP dt.2.9.98)
Rs.
Part A Part B Part C Part D
Below 300
250
150
40
4500
45006749
67508999
9000-
500
400
300
80
700
550
450
120
1000
800
600
160
8999
9000 & 1300
above
1050
750
200
13499
13500 & 1300
above
1050
750
200
The other terms and conditions for grant of this allowance shall remain unchanged.
Copy of Board’s letter No. 2002/AC-II/37/8 dated 17.11.2004.
Sub: Re-organisation of staffing pattern of EDP Centres.
….
At present the computer activities in the Railways are broadly spread over EDP Centres in the
headquarters of Zonal Railways and the PUs and at computer centres at Divisions, Workshops,
Stores Depots and Passenger Reservation System (PRS). Of these, the staffing pattern is
encadred only in Zonal and Production Unit’s EDP Centres; others being manned on ex-cadre
basis. In view of rapid technological changes in the field of Information Technology,
transformation of the EDP Centres into IT resources centres with online environment of working
in sequel to implementation of SDT and MIS applications wherein data entry would be mostly
taken care of by the user departments, the question of reorganisation of existing computer
activities including the staffing pattern had been under consideration of Board for some time.
The matter has since been considered in consultation with both the recognized federations and it
has been decided as under-
1. New Set up.
The new reorganized set up will be known as Information Technology Centres(IT Centres). The
IT Centres will encompass activities presently being undertaken by Zonal and Production Units
EDP Centres, Divisional, Workshop and Stores Depot computer centres but will not include PRS
and FOIS. The function and responsibilities of the reorganised set up are as mentioned in the
following paragraphs.
1. New Cadre.
The reorganised cadre will be known as
Information Technology cadre(IT Cadre).
3.
Functions, Duties and Responsibilities of IT Centres.
In the emerging scenario the data capturing work presently being done at EDP Centres will be
mostly handled by user department themselves and these Centres will transform into resource
centres and nodal agency for service providers for all the IT activities of the Railway.
Accordingly, the work scenario of IT Centres will be broadly organized as under:-
(i)
Computer System Management Section.
1. Responsibility for installation , maintenance and efficient management of
computer systems including hardware and system software on the Railway.
1. Technical clearance of computerization proposals on the Railway.
2. Liaison/coordination with maintenance contractors, etc.
3. Any other function as spelt out by competent authority from time to time.
(ii)
Database Maintenance/Administration Section.
1. Managing data base availability, planning and creating databases, managing physical
structures.
2. Managing storage based on design
3. Managing security backup and recovery database tuning
4. Assistance in software maintenance
5. Rectification of minor problems and minor modification required in application software.
6. Liaison/coordination with maintenance contractors, etc and
7. Any other function as spelt out by competent authorities from time to time.
(i)
Computer Network Management Section.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
(ii)
Managing network administration for LAN & WAN
Rectification of network problems in order to have uptime possible.
Liaison/coordination with concerned authorities for proper uplinking
Maintenance of network equipments
Ensuring optimum bandwidth over the network
Investigation/rectification of data loss over network, if any
Plug cases of data collision and rectify it immediately.
Any other function as allotted by competent authority.
Application Co-ordination Section.
1. Co-ordination with relevant user departments and handling of other related policy
matters;
2. Effecting improvements in the system; certification of the applications, modules thereof
and overall supervision of pace of implementation of applications etc.
3. In the on-line applications developed in RDBMS environment, association of user
departments is a prerequisite for success of the project. The respective user departments
will carry out following functions.
•
•
•
Input data capture & validation.
Database updation
Generation of various reports and downloading thereto.
1. Liaison/coordination with maintenance contractors, etc.
2. Any other function as spelt out by competent authorities from time to time.
(iii)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
(iv)
Training Coordination Section.
Preparation of standard training input for staff and arranging training of IT personnel.
Training of User Department.
Managing IT learning centres.
Coordination with training agencies, bodies, associations etc.
Liaison/coordination with training contractors, etc.
Any other function as spelt out by competent authorities from time to time.
Software Library, technical reference section
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Procurement of required books/CDs/Programs and proper upkeep thereof.
Maintenance of technical reference books
Maintenance of source codes for proprietary software
Maintenance of user licence, software licence and periodical review
Maintenance of operating system and software program, CDs/Floppy etc.
Any other function as spelt out by competent authorities from time to time.
(v)
Data entry section. (This will be required only till all applications are made on line
and there are no residual traditional applications requiring data entry in IT centres).
1. Carry out traditional data entry activities.
2. Liaison/coordination with maintenance contractors, etc.
3. Any other function as spelt out by competent authorities from time to time.
The size and composition of the above Sections mentioned above is left to be decided locally
depending on the workload and exigencies of work in accordance with usual extant procedure.
4. Date of effect:
The re-organisation will take effect from 01.04.05. These instructions will supercede all
instructions issued earlier on Staffing Pattern for EDP Centres at Zonal Railway Headquarters
and Pus and other computer centres at Divisions, Workshops and Stores Depots.
5. Staffing pattern:
The following will be the cadre structure of the reorganised setup alongwith scales of pay mode
of induction and eligibility criteria:
Designation Scale
Junior
Rs.5000-8000
Engineer (IT)
Grade II
Mode of filling up
•
•
Qualification for
direct recruitment and
eligibility criteria for
promotion.
50% DR+shortfall against PGDCA/B.SC
the promotion quota
(Computer Science)
through RRBs.
/BCA /DOE/ ACC
50% by selection from
“A” level course of
amongst regular serving three year duration or
staff in any Department in equivalent from
Group C working in grade recognized
below the grade Rs.5000- University/Institute
8000 with a minimum of 5
years regular service with
qualification as prescribed
for DR.
Junior
Rs.5500-000
Engineer (IT)
Grade I
Senior
Rs.6500Engineer (IT) 10500
Grade II
Section
Rs.7450Engineer[IT] 11500
Gr.I
By promotion by Non-selection Staff with a minimum
of 5 years service in
the immediate lower
grade Rs.5000-8000;
suitability being
adjudged through a
practical test and
scrutiny of service
records (ACRs)
By promotion by selection
Staff with a minimum
of 5 years service in
the immediate lower
grade Rs.5500-9000.
By promotion by selection
Staff with a minimum
of 5 years service in
the immediate lower
grade Rs.6500-10500.
1. Control of IT Cadre:
The new IT cadre shall be under administrative and professional control of FA&CAO of Zonal
Railways and Production Units. So far as Zonal Railways are concerned, IT cadre will be a
unified cadre covering the existing EDP Centres and computer centres in divisions, workshops
and stores depots and will be centrally controlled by Zonal Railway headquarter. However, the
first two grades namely the entry grade of Junior Engineer (IT) Grade II in the pay scale of
Rs.5000-8000 and Jr.Engineer (IT) Grade I in the Pay scale of Rs.5500-9000 will be
decentralized and may be filled up Unit-wise.
1. Absorption/deployment of existing staff in the new IT cadre:
[i] The existing staff in the EDP Centres who are encadred would be suitably trained and
adjusted in corresponding/equivalent grade in the new IT Cadre. The grade in which they are
working shall be the basis for their absorption in the corresponding/equivalent grade. They will
be assigned seniority in the absorbing grade with reference to length of non-fortuitous service in
the corresponding/ equivalent grade as on 1.4.05 subject to the condition that inter-se seniority of
persons in the same category will not be disturbed. However, staff in the lowest grade Rs.45007000 will have to pass the selection for entering into entry grade Rs.5000-8000 in the
reorganised setup. A concession/relaxation to the extent of 10% in standard may be allowed to
them to facilitate their deployment/promotion in the said grade failing which they will be
repatriated to their parent cadre. Once the existing staff is so adjusted, the induction/direct
recruitment for new setup will come into force for any vacancy remaining unfilled and that
arising in future.In the meanwhile, fresh recruitment at the entry level (Rs.4500-7000) in the
cadre of DEOs should be stopped forthwith since that grade will not be there in the new setup
and to that extent, the problem of their promotion/deployment in next higher grade (Rs.50008000) in the new setup will not arise.
[ii]
Staff working on ex-cadre basis in computer centres at Divisions, Workshops and Stores
Depots will be considered for deployment in the equivalent grade on their request in the new set
up subject to the condition that they are holding the grade on regular basis after due selection,
and are working for atleast 10 years in the Computer Centre either on continuous basis or in
broken spells. On absorption in the new set up they will be assigned seniority in the absorbing
grade with reference to non-fortuitous length of service in the grade held by them on regular
basis in their parent cadre as on 1.4.05. Others will be repatriated to their cadre in due course.
Caderisation will start only from the entry grade and will cover the higher grades in the hierarchy
in due course as and when the existing incumbents holding the posts on ex-cadre basis vacate the
same and staff inducted in the new set up in terms of revised procedure as outlined in para 5
above become eligible for promotion.
1. Training
In order to ensure that there is implementation of the reorganized set up to the fullest extent,
acquiring qualifications, undergoing/attending appropriate training courses will be made
mandatory. Detailed instructions in this regard will follow.
1. Computer Cells/User Department.
In the new set up, most of the data entry work, presently handled by EDP Centres/Computer
Centres will be taken care of by staff of user departments and will necessitate establishment of
computer cells for user departments, which will be the interface link between the user
department and the IT Centre. They will troubleshoot minor problems related to RDBMS based
applications and rectify minor defects related to data entry, network links, computer hardware,
software problems etc. Sr.Subordinates and supervisors from user department shall man these
posts. These posts would be ex-cadre to be created based on worth of charge and serve the
respective department(s). In the time to come, in the event of very close proximity of such
computer cells to the zonal IT Centre or Divisional/Workshop and Stores Depot IT Centre,
depending on the separability of suitable personnel from the IT Centre, technical staff from IT
Centre may also be posted at such computer cells. The designation and pay scales of the staff
would be that of senior subordinates in respective user departments eg.,
SO(A/Cs)/Sr.SO(A/Cs)Computer Cell; OS-II/OS-I (Computer Cell etc. If considered necessary,
these ex-cadre posts could be operated in IT Centres also as at present.
1. Cadre strength.
To start with, the number of posts to be operated in the new set up will be equal to the number of
posts already sanctioned in the EDP Centres and other respective computer centres. However,
the posts in the new setup will ultimately be distributed on percentage basis after the same has
reasonably stabilized.
1. Creation of posts.
No new revenue post should be created for new zone/divisions. However, there could be
creation of posts for the new IT Cadre against all posts presently operated in HQs, Divisional,
Workshops and Stores Depot computer centres (both ex-cadre and cadre); the newly developed
SDT applications being treated as new assets for this purpose. The yardsticks for the additional
work of SDTs and other applications in the new set up for creation of revenue posts will be
advised in due course.
1. Migration to the new cadre:
In the first phase, the existing staff will migrate to the new cadre as a whole as per procedure in
para 7 above. Subsequently, after stabilization of the cadre, posts shall be created/abolished
based on the percentages prescribed and also based on the yardsticks to be finalized.
Copy of Board’s Order No.ERB-I/2004/23/56 dated 8.2.2005.
Ministry of Railways (Railway Board) have decided to constitute a Committee to look into the
various issues regarding re-organisation of Staffing pattern of EDP Centres of Zonal Railways
and Production Units in view of rapid technological changes in the field of IT and
Transformation of EDP Centres into IT resource centres with online environment of working in
sequel to implementation of STC and MIS applications. The Committee will consist of the
following:-
1. Director Finance (CCA)/Railway Board
2. Director Establishment (N)/Railway Board
Convenor.
Member.
3. Director Mechanical Engineer(C&IS) Railway Board
Member.
4. Director Efficiency Research (S&T)Railway Board
Member.
5. Director Pay Commission-II/Railway Board
Member.
6. Director (Trg.)/Railway Board
Member.
7. Joint Director(MIS)/Railway Board
Member.
8. Deputy Director Finance(E)II/Railway Board
Member.
1. The Terms of reference of the Committee will be as under :-
i)
Evolving the yardsticks for creation of IT Cadre revenue charged posts
against SDT applications in the new set up.
ii)
Matter related to implementation of reorganization orders.
iii)
Determination of cadre strength of IT cadre on Railways.
iv)
Syllabus for selections.
v)
Finalizing a roadmap in this regard in consultation with DIT to enter into
agreements with appropriate institutions for training of staff as well as the facility/concession for
pursuing courses offered by them leading to professional degrees/diplomas in computer science.
The objective of this exercise shall be to hone the professional skills of IT staff keeping in view
the latest development in the field of IT.
vi)
Professional qualification/incentives.
vii) Any other related/incidental issues considered necessary by the Committee.
viii)Any other function as spell out by the competent authority from time to time.
1. The Headquarters of the Committee will be at New Delhi.
2. The Committee will submit its report within a period of three months from the date of its
constitution.
3. The Convenor and Members of the Committee will be eligible to draw TA/DA as per the
existing rules.
RBENo.46/2005
Board’s letter No. .E(MPP)2002/3/31 Dated 17.3.05 (RBENo.46/05)
Sub: Jurisdiction of Zonal Training Centres.
Kindly refer Board’s letter No.98/Safety-1/27/1 dated 20.10.2004 conveying Board’s decision
about placing ZRTI under the control of Chief Operations Manager (COM) of the Railway.
Accordingly the designation “CSO” wherever occurring in Board’s letter of even number dated
29.7.03 (RBE No.129/2003) may be replaced by “COM”. All other terms and conditions of the
letter remain the same.
Board’s letter No. E(W)2002 PS 5-1/9 Dated 21.3.05
Sub: Issue of Duty Cheque Pass to Rail Tel Corporation.
In terms of instructions contained in Board’s letter No.F(E)II/2002/DEI/I dt.22nd Nov., 2002,
issue of duty cheque passes to the deputationists to Rail Tel Corporation was available for a
period of two years which has since been expired. On a request from the Rail Tel Corporation
further extension of issue of duty cheque passes to the staff and officers of Rail Tel Corporation
has been considered and it has been decided by Board that the facility for issue of duty cheque
passes may further be extended for a period of another 2 years beyond 22nd November ‘04. In the
meantime, Rail Tel Corporation should take necessary action to reimburse the cost of duty
cheque passes issued to their staff and officers to Northern Railway, periodically.
RBE No.61/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/97/1/7/14 dt.8.4.05 (RBE No.61/2005, PC-V/452)
Sub: Payment of Dearness Allowance to Railway Employees –
Revised Rates effective from 1.1.2005.
Reference to this Ministry’s letter of even number dated 27.9.2004 ( S.No.PC-V/431 RBE No.
21/ 2004 ) on the subject mentioned above. The President is pleased to
decide that the Dearness Allowance payable to Railway employees with effect from Ist
January,2005 shall stand modified as follows:-
Date from which payable
Rate of Dearness Allowance per month
1.01.2005
17% of pay
2.
Provision contained in Paras 3 and 4 of this Ministry’s letter No.PC-V/97/I/7/14 dated
16.10.1997 (S.No.PC-V/3, RBE No.139/97) shall continue to be applicable, while regulating
Dearness Allowance under these orders.
3.
The additional instalment of Dearness Allowance payable under these orders shall be
paid in cash to all Railway employees. The arrears may be charged to the Salary Bill for April
2005 and no honorarium is payable for preparing separate bill for this purpose.
4
The payment on account of Dearness Allowance involving fraction of 50 paise and above
may be rounded off to the next higher rupee and the fractions of less than 50 paise may be
ignored.
RBE No.49/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2004/PM7/16 Dated 22.3.05(RBE No.49/05)
Sub: Residency period for promotion from Goods Driver to Sr. Goods Driver,
Passenger Driver to Sr. Passenger Driver, Goods Guard to Sr. Goods
Guard and Passenger Guard to Sr. Passenger Guard.
***
As the Railways are aware with reference to a clarification sought for by Northern Railway in the
year 1994 their presumption that in the categories of Drivers and Guards the minimum two years
service for promotion to functional grade in the hierarchy has to be the combined service in the
equivalent & lower grade, was confirmed vide instructions contained in this Ministry’s letter
No.E(NG)I-94/PM1/9 dated 2.9.94 also endorsed to other Railways for information and
necessary action.
2.
The above issue was discussed in the PNM-AIRF Meeting held on 27-28.12.2004 wherein
the official side explained that instructions already exist to the effect that combined service in the
basic grade and the senior grade in the categories of Drivers and Guards can be taken into
account for reckoning the two years residency period for promotion to the next functional grade
which also means that a person with less than two years in the basic grade can be promoted to
senior grade. However, the federation wanted that this should be explicitly clarified to the
Railways as some element of doubt still existed on this aspect. It was agreed to do the needful.
3.
The above may be noted for necessary action.
RBE No.52/2005
.
Board’s letter No. E(W)95 PS 5-1/11/Pt Dated 21.3.05(RBE No.52/05)
Sub: Grant of Post Retirement Complimentary Pass based on adhoc service.
In terms of Board’s letter No.E(W)95PS5-1/11 dt.31.5.95, railway servants, who have been
promoted to higher grade on regular basis and retire from the higher grade, are given Post
Retirement Complimentary Passes corresponding to the higher post as to their number and class.
However, in case of railway servants, who are officiating in the higher grade without regular
promotion i.e. ‘adhoc’ basis, the benefit of Post Retirement Complimentary Passes
corresponding to the higher post is given only after 3 years of officiating/adhoc service.
2.
Certain railway servants were promoted to Group B posts such as Stenographer, Asstt.
Physiotherapy officer, Asstt. Health Officer, Asstt. Health Education Officer, Asstt.
Pharmaceutical Officer, Asst. Dietetics Officer and Asstt. Nursing Officer in scale Rs.750012000 and 8000-13500 after adopting the same procedure/eligibility conditions as proposed to
be prescribed in the recruitment rules i.e. selection through written examination, viva-voce and
assessment of record of service. Their promotions were, however, made on ‘adhoc’ basis till
finalisation of recruitment rules. Some of such railway servants have retired from railway
service before completion of 3 years continuous service on ‘adhoc’ basis and as such they have
been denied the benefit of Post Retirement Complimentary Passes corresponding to the higher
posts held by them.
3.
‘Adhoc’ promotions made in the above cases are different from the adhoc promotions
made in isolated cases to other Group B posts on the Railways. Therefore, it has been held that
the ‘adhoc’ promotions made after following the requisite formalities for promotion to Group B
posts does not attract the provisions of minimum 3 years service for their eligibility to higher
class pass. Board have accordingly, decided that employees who were promoted to the Group B
Posts mentioned in para 2 above after following the requisite formalities and retired from service
before completion of 3 years service may be granted Post Retirement Complimentary Passes
corresponding to the higher posts they held before their retirement.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.54/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)2003 QR1-6 Dated 24.3.05(RBE No.54/05)
Sub: Retention of Railway accommodation at the previous place of posting in favour of
Officers/staff posted to new zones.
In order to facilitate operationalisation of New Zones, officers/staff on their posting to New
Zones/Divisions were permitted retention of Railway Quarters at the previous place of posting
for a period of one year in terms of Railway Board’s letter No.E(G)97 QR1-28 dated 2.9.2002.
The period of retention of quarter was subsequently extended vide Railway Board’s letter of
even number dated 25.9.2003 for a further period of one year in favour of officers/staff already
posted to New Zones and retaining Railway quarter at the previous place of posting in terms of
instructions dated 2.9.2002.
On representation from New Zones about acute shortage of accommodation and the need for
extension of the period of retention, the matter has been reviewed by Railway Board. In exercise
of the powers vested in Board as per letter No.E(G)99 QR 1-16 dated 16.3.2004, the Ministry of
Railways (Railway Board) have taken the following decisions:
i)
The instructions contained in Board’s letter No.E(G)97 QR1-28 dated 2.9.2002
stand withdrawn with immediate effect.
ii)
Officers/Staff posted to New Zones/Divisions and retaining Railway
accommodation at their previous place of posting in terms of Railway Board’s instructions dated
2.9.20202 and 25.9.2003 may be permitted retention thereof upto 31.3.2006. Officers/staff who
are relieved on posting to New Zones/Divisions after the issue of these instructions shall be
allowed retention in terms of the instructions/rule governing retention of railway accommodation
in the case of permanent transfer or upto 31.3.2006, whichever is later.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.55/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I/94/TR/29 Dated 28.3.05 (RBE No.55/05)
Sub: Periodical transfer of Railway employees.
Reference this Ministry’s letter No.E(NG)I/87/TR/34 (JCM/DC) dated 27.9.89 enclosing a
comprehensive list of sensitive posts for the purpose of periodical transfers. The categories of
TIAs/ISAs were subsequently included in the list of sensitive posts vide this Ministry’s letter of
even number dated 2.5.95.
The matter has been reviewed by the Ministry of Railways. It has been decided that since the
nature of job of Stock verifiers in the Accounts Department is similar to that of Inspector of
Store Accounts (ISAs), the post of Stock Verifiers should also be included in the list of sensitive
posts for the purpose of periodical transfers.
RBE No.56/2005
Board’s letter No. E(W)2005 PS5-6/32 Dated 24.3.05(RBE No.56/05)
Sub: Grant of complimentary pass to the victims of national calamities/disasters.
Consequent upon the announcement made by the Minister of Railways in his Budget Speech
2005-06, it has been decided that special complimentary cheque passes in second/sleeper class
should be issued to the persons stranded in the national calamities/ disasters which are notified
by the Central Government. The passes may be issued from the stations falling under the area
notified to the destination station of the victims.
2.
The complimentary special cheque passes may be issued subject to the following
conditions:
i)
The natural calamity/disaster has been notified by the Central Government,
ii)
The concerned District Magistrate/equivalent civil authority recommends and
certifies that persons to whom passes are to be issued are the victims of natural
calamities/disasters, which are notified by the Central Government.
3.
Complimentary special cheque passes in second/sleeper class will be issued from the
offices of Zonal Railways/Divisional Offices, and a separate account of the same should be
maintained by the pass issuing unit.
1. This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.57/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2002/PM1/31 Dated 29.3.05 (RBE No.57/05)
Sub: Psychological Test in departmental selections.
As the Railways are aware in terms of instructions contained in this Ministry’s letter of even
number dt.22.8.2003, Psychological Test renamed as Aptitude Test has been given a weightage
of 20% in the departmental selections for promotion as ASM, Dsl/ Elec.Asstts. and Motorman
and has been integrated in the selection proceedings with the stipulation that the Aptitude Test is
not of qualifying nature.
2.
The Advisory Committee Constituted by the Ministry of Railways inter-alia advise and
guide the Psycho Technical cell of RDSO in the area of Aptitude Tests has recommended that
the Railways may switch back to the old system of multiple cut off and qualifying status for
Aptitude Test with the existing system of adding marks of aptitude test with written examination
continuing for deciding the eligibility for empanelment amongst those candidates who score the
minimum cut off marks and above in all the sub tests of the Aptitude Test. This has been
considered by the Board and the recommendations of the Advisory Committee accepted. The
minimum cut off marks will be as may be decided by RDSO.
The IREM, Vol. I, 1989 is accordingly amended as in the ACS No.171 .
INDIAN RAILWAY ESTABLISHMENT MANUAL VOLUME –I, 1989 EDITION
Chapter II, Section B, Rules governing promotion of Group C Staff
Advance Correction Slip No.171
1. In the existing Note (v) below para 219(g) for the qualifying marks “NIL” substitute the
words “Minimum cut-off as may be decided by RDSO”
2. In the existing Note (ii) below para 219 (j) against item (b) for the qualifying marks “Nil”
substitute the words “Minimum cut off as may be decided by RDSO”
[Authority: Board's letter No. E(NG)I-2002/PM1/31 Dated 9-9-2003 & 29.3.05]
RBE No.58/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2005/PM2/1 dated 30.3.05 (RBE No.58/05)
Sub: General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) for filling up of 25% net direct
recruitment quota vacancies in Gr.C categories – extension of currency of scheme.
****
The scheme of General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) introduced vide
Board’s letter No.E(NG)II-92/PM2/16 dt.20.8.1993 was last extended up to 31.3.2005 vide this
Ministry’s letter No.E(NG)I-2000/PM2/12 dt.21.8.2001.
The Board have decided that the scheme may be extended further for a period of one year up to
31.3.2006, as an interim measure on the existing terms and conditions.
Board’s letter No. 2004/H/28/1 RELHS/Card dated 22.3.05 .
Sub: Permission to treat Attested Photocopy of RELHS card as a valid document.
In terms of provisions contained in para 626(1) of Indian Railway Medical Manual, 2000, it is
necessary to produce medical identity card for availing of facilities in Railway Hospitals. It has
been brought to the notice of Board that retired railway employees/their eligible family members
find it difficult to avail of medical facilities when one of the family members moves out of
station carrying RELHS card.
The issue has been considered by Board and the following has been decided:-
i)
for a short duration ( a period of 10 days):- Attested copy of the medical
identity card will be considered a valid document, for availing outdoor medical facilities at
Railway Hospitals and Health Units. However, in case of emergency, indoor treatment will be
allowed on basis of attested photocopy of Medical Identity Card in Railway and private
recognized hospitals but original medical identity cards will have to be produced within 15 days.
ii)
for long term duration:- The original medical card may be deposited with the
issuing authority who may issue split medical identity card to the beneficiaries as requested by
them.
S.No.1/Health 2005
Advance Correction Slip to Para 626(1) of IRMM, 2000.
Add the following under Para 626(1)
i)
for a short duration ( a period of 10 days):- Attested copy of the medical identity
card will be considered a valid document, for availing outdoor medical facilities at Railway
Hospitals and Health Units. However, in case of emergency, indoor treatment will be allowed on
basis of attested photocopy of Medical Identity Card in Railway and private recognized hospitals
but original medical identity cards will have to be produced within 15 days.
ii)
for long term duration:- The original medical card may be deposited with the
issuing authority who may issue split medical identity card to the beneficiaries as requested by
them.
[Authority: Board's letter No. 2004/H/28/1 RELHS/Card dated 22.3.05]
RBE No. 50/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/2004/ACP/1 dated 23.3.2005.(PC-V/450 RBE No. 50/05).
Sub: Assured Career Progression (ACP) Scheme for the Railway Servants Clarification regarding.
…
In terms of the provisions of the Assured Career Progression (ACP)Scheme issued vide Railway
Board’s letter No. PC-V/99/I/1/1 dated 01.10.99, the extension of the benefits of higher pay
scales under the ACP Scheme, in accordance with the existing hierarchy, is subject to fulfilment
of certain conditions enumerated in Annexure-I of the said letter, Condition number 6 of the
Annexure provides for fulfilment of the normal promotion norms (bench-mark, departmental
examination, seniority-cum-fitness in cases of Gr.D employees etc) prescribed in the
Recruitment Rules. It has further been clarified in reply to point of doubt number 46 of
Annexure to Board’s letter No. PC-99/I/1/1 dated 19.2.2002 that various conditions specified in
the Recruitment Rules for promotion to the next higher grade, including the higher/additional
educational qualification, if prescribed, would needs to be met even for consideration under the
ACP Scheme.
2.
A doubt has been expressed as to whether the requirement of fulfilment of all promotional
norms even for ACP Scheme will include the requirement of fulfilment of minimum eligibility
service prescribed in the Recruitment Rules for promotion to next higher grade in the hierarchy.
3.
In this regard, it is pointed out that, in terms of condition number 4 of the Annexure-1
to the letter dated 1.10.99, the first financial upgradation shall be allowed after 12 years of
regular service and the second financial upgradation after 12 years of regular service from the
date of the first financial upgradation, subject to fulfillment of the prescribed conditions.
Condition number 5.1. of the Annexure-I to the letter dated 1.10.99 further provides that two
financial upgradations under the ACP Scheme shall be available only if no regular promotions
during the prescribed periods ( 12 and 24 years) have been availed by an employee. If an
employee has already received one regular promotion, he shall qualify for the second financial
upgradation only on completion of 24 years of regular service under the Scheme. Condition
number 15 of the annexure-I to the letter dated 1.10.99 provides that, subject to condition
number 4, where the employees have already completed 24 years of regular service, with or
without a promotion, the second financial upgradation under the Scheme shall be granted
directly.
4.
It is, therefore, clear from harmonious reading of condition number 6 of the AnnexureI to the letter dated 1.10.99 with the other conditions and stipulations of the ACP Scheme that,
while a person has to be eligible in all other aspects (Educational qualification, departmental
examination, skill/trade test, bench mark etc) to hold the higher post, in terms of the
Recruitment Rules, the scale of which is being considered under the ACP Scheme, insofar as the
requirement of “eligibility service” is concerned, the only requirement is that he should have
completed the prescribed 12 or 24 years’ regular service , as the case may be, counted from the
direct entry grade without insistence on further completion of residency period in any particular
grade.
5.
In fact, this condition has been further relaxed in respect of cases where an employee has
moved from one post to another post on direct recruitment/absorption basis or on deputation
basis, followed by absorption. In such cases, as clarified in reply to point of doubt number 4-6 of
Annexure to Board’s letter No.PC-V/99/I/1/1 dated 11.5.2000, past service in the same grade can
also be counted towards the regular service.
RBE No.53/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/1/7/18 Dated 28.3.05(S.No.PC-V/451, RBE No.53/05)
Sub: Revision of rates of stipend to trainee JE-II/ Design on Railways.
Ref: Ministry of Railways’ letter of even number dated 28.5.98
(S.No.PC-V/85, RBE No.115/98)
Staff Side had raised the issue of revision of rate of stipend @ Rs.4000-100-4100 being paid to
trainee JE-II(Design). The issue has been examined and it has been decided that the trainee JEII(Design) would also be paid stipend @ Rs.4500-125-4625 equivalent to trainee JE-II in other
departments.
2.
Item No.36 and 37 in the schedule attached to the above referred letter may thus, be read
as under:
Sl.No. Category
36.
37.
Drawing Office
Draftsman’B’ in
Mech./Elect.and S&T Deptts.
(Diploma holders)
Draftsman ‘B’ in Civil
Engg.Deptt.(Diploma holders)
Training
period
Revised scale Revised Rates of
of the post
stipend
Eighteen
months
5000-8000
4500-125-4625
Eighteen
months
5000-8000
4500-125-4625
1. These orders will have immediate effect.
4.
This has the concurrence of Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.47/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)III/2000/PN1/57/Vol.II dated 18.3.05 (RBE No.47/05)
Sub: Payment of difference of gratuity to pre 1996 Central Government Pensions – clarification
regarding.
A copy of Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare’s O.M.No.38/42/2005-P&PW(F) dated
17th February,2005 on the above referred subject, is enclosed for information and guidance of the
Railways.
Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare’s OMs dt.4.12.2001 and 18.2.2003 referred to in
the DOP&PW’s enclosed OM dt.17.2.2005, have been adopted/circulated on the Railways vide
Board’s letter No.F(E)III/97/PN1/22 dated 25.2.2002 and No.F(E)III/2000/PN1/57 dated
20.5.2003, respectively.
A copy of Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare’s O.M.No.38/42/2005-P&PW(F) dated
17th February,2005
Sub: Payment of difference of gratuity to pre 1996 Central Government Pensioners –
clarification regarding.
The undersigned is directed to say that a number of representations have been received seeking
confirmation whether in pursuance of Supreme Court judgement, vide this Department’s OM
No.45/86/97-P&PW(A) Pt.I dated 4.12.2004, pre-1996 pensioners have been made eligible for
receiving additional gratuity. They have asked the concerned pensioners to apply to their
respective Departments by furnishing details of PPO number, date of retirement, Bank details
etc. It also contains a portion of the OM purported to have been issued by this Department but
does not indicate the name of Officer under whose signature it has been issued.
2.
In view of the above, the factual position in the matter is as under:
(i)
This Department has not issued any OM on 4.12.2004 granting additional gratuity to
pre 1996 pensioners as there is no such Supreme Court Judgement in that respect; and
(ii) The extracts of OM reproduced by them purported to have been issued on 4.12.2004 is in fact
a portion of this Department’s OM dated 4.12.2001 bringing out certain modifications to OM
dated 27.10.1997. In that OM, the Government consequent upon acceptance of the 5th Pay
Commission recommendations, inter-alia, prescribed that 100% of DA be added to the pay and
on this the retirement/death gratuity be calculated. This was made effective from 1.1.196. It did
not change any provisions regarding percentage on DA for those who retired before 1.1.1996.
Vide OM dated 4.12.2001 the Government clarified that the addition to DA for calculation of
gratuity would be applicable for calculation of all types of gratuities like death/retirement/service
gratuity. In this OM also there is no change in other provisions of OM dated 27.10.1997
including the cut off date of 1.1.1996. This was further clarified vide para (ii) of OM dated
18.2.2003. Hence, prior to 1.1.1996, only basic pay was reckoned as emoluments for
computation of gratuity. It has not been agreed to extend the benefits to retirees prior to 1.1.1996
as for grant of any benefit, prescription of a cut off date is essential keeping in view various
constraints including financial constraints.
Board’s letter No. E(W)2002 PS 5-1/10 dated 8.4.05 .
Sub: Procedure for issue of duty passes to eligible railway employees/GRP.
It has come to the notice of Board that in the absence of proper procedure on the issue, renewal
and cancellation of duty passes issued to railway employees, the same are being misused even by
outsiders. In order to keep a strict vigil on the duty passes issued, the following procedure may
be followed in issue, renewal and cancellation of the duty passes issued by the railways:-
i)
Instructions contained in Railway Servants (Pass) Rules, 1986 (Second Edition,
1993) below schedule I, under item II(7) should be followed strictly.
ii)
Bronze, metal pass/card pass with all-India validity below JAG officers/staff not to
be issued by the railway administration. In case of exigency, Duty Card Passes with all India
validity may be issued to below JAG officers in the entitled class with the personal approval of
GM. This power should not be delegated further (Ref. Board’s letter No.E(W)2000PS5-1/21
dt.26.9.02)
iii)
Duty Card passes to eligible railway employees should be issued affixing
photographs excepting in the case of card passes issued to IRPOF, AIRPF and to both the
recognised federations i.e. AIRF and NFIR (Ref.Board’s letter No.E(W)2002PS5-1/10
dt.18.6.02, Board’s 1982 PS5-1/1 dt.23.6.82, 24.12.82, 4.5.83 and 30.7.93). Vigilance inspectors
may also be exempted from filling up the entries in the card passes (Ref. Board’s letter
No.E(W)1981 PS5-1/2 dt.7.8.82) One photograph of the person whom Duty Card Pass has been
issued should be pasted in the relevant page of the register alongwith other details.
iv)
Duty Card passes to GRP personnel should be issued strictly in accordance with the
provision contained in Board’’ letter No.E(W)86PS5-13/1 dt.21.2.86.
v)
Duty Card passes to GRP may be issued on the basis of requisition received from
DIG/IG of Police and recommended by the CSO. In case of railway employees Duty Card passes
may be issued on recommendation from the concerned HOD. It may be ensured that railway
employees, whose nature of duties involve, frequent journeys, only are recommended for issue of
Duty Card Passes. Duty Card passes should be issued normally for a validity period of one year
only excepting card passes issued to audit officers.
vi)
A proper register should be maintained for the purpose of issue of duty card pass and
a separate page should be allotted for each card pass and necessary entries should be made
therein whenever fresh Duty Card pass is issued for the first time and subsequent renewal
thereafter. The scrutiny of the register should be made every month to find out whether any card
pass is due for renewal and if the card pass is not renewed after expiry of its validity the
concerned official should be called for surrendering the card pass. No official should be allowed
to keep the card pass with him after expiry of its validity.
vii)
Periodical review should be undertaken to destroy the card pass, after expiry by
burning into ashes in the presence of a committee of three members including a gazetted officer
nominated for the purpose. Till destruction of the card pass, all documents, i.e. requisition,
recommendation of HOD/CSO, as the case may be, approval of the competent authority, for
issue/renewal etc., should be kept in safe custody for verification at any stage. Entry regarding
destruction of Duty Card Pass should be made in the register maintained for the purpose.
viii)
In the case of loss/theft of card pass./metal pass the same should be immediately
reported to police and acknowledgement should be obtained. The fact of theft/loss should also be
immediately advised to commercial department to prevent its subsequent use. Duty Card
pass/metal pass against loss/theft should be issued only after completing the requisite formalities
including recovery of fines.
The above instructions are not exhaustive, but for general guidance. All out precautions should
be taken to prevent fraudulent use of the Duty Card Pass/metal pass issued to Railway employees
/GRP.
RBE No.59/2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2004/3/41 dated 31.3.05 (RBE No.59/05)
Sub: Observance of six days week for training centres.
The issue of observing 5 days week for training centres/institutes was raised in the meeting of
ZRTI held on 16th and 17th September 2004. This matter has been examined and it is clarified
that training centres like ZRTIs/ STCs/ S&TTC/ETC/CETC/BTC, etc are field units and hence
do not come under the purview of 5 days week and Staff/faculty in all training centres will
observe 8 days Casual Leave, in terms of Board’s letter No.E(G)2001LE1/7 (Master Circular)
dated 24.1.91 and 27.1.2002.
RBE No.64/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A)I-2001/RT-2 (KW) dated 15.4.05 (RBE No.64/05)
Sub: Safety Related Retirement Scheme – Drivers and Gangmen.
Ref: Board’s letter No.E(P&A)I-2001/RT-2 (KW) dated 2.1.2004.
Pursuant to the introduction of Safety Related Retirement Scheme (SRRS) vide above referred
Board’s letter, a number of proposals mooting further amendments/improvements/extensions to
Safety Related Retirement Scheme were received from Zonal Railways and Federations. After
considering the various suggestions, the Ministry of Railways (Railway Board) have decided that
suitability for recruitment of wards of employees opting for retirement under this scheme will be
assessed through a Committee at the level of Zonal Headquarters instead of RRB. For this
purpose a Committee of three SAG officers may be constituted by the Zonal Railway consisting
of one Officer from Personnel, one from mechanical/Electrical Engineering (depending upon the
stream in which recruitment is being done) and one SAG officer from Civil Engineering
Department.
Other terms and conditions of the scheme as stipulated in Board’s above referred letter dated
2.1.2004 remains unchanged.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.60/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2003/CFP/2 dated 7.4.2005 (RBE No.60/2005)
Sub: Procedure for holding selection for promotion from Group D to Group C posts.
In para 3 of this Ministry’s letter of even number dated 22.9.2003 it has been conveyed that for
promotion from Group D to Group C posts, the selections will henceforth consist of written test
and record of service of 85 and 15 marks respectively. In the procedure for promotion against 33
1/3% quota it has been provided that assessment under the heading Record of Service will be
based on entries in the Service Book/Personal file regarding academic/technical qualifications,
awards/punishment, etc. It is clarified that in the selections for promotion of Group D staff to
Group C posts against 16 2/3% quota also the same procedure for assessment under the heading
record of service will be followed.
RBE No. 69/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/97/1/9/6 dated 26.4.2005 ( PC-V/454 RBE No. 69/05).
Sub: Grant of Dearness Relief to Railway Pensioners/Family PensionerRevised rate effective from –1.1.2005.
A copy of Office Memorandum No.42/2/2005-P&PW(G) dated 04.04.2005 of Ministry of
Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions (Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare) on
the above subject is sent herewith for your information and necessary action. As stated in para-2
thereof, these orders will apply to Railway pensioners also. A concordance of various
instructions and orders referred to in the enclosed office memorandum with reference to
corresponding Railway instructions is indicated below:-
S.No.
1.
2.
3.
Para No.
No.& date of Deptt. of Pension
1
& Pensioners’ Welfare’s O.M.
42/2/2004-P&PW(G)
2
3
dated 24.9.2004.
23/1/97-P&PW(B) dated 23.2.98
4/59/97-P&PW (D) dt. 14.7.98.
No. & date of Corresponding
orders issued by Railway Board
PC-V/97/I/9/6 dated 01.11.2004
(RBE No.230/2004,S.NO.PCV/434) (SC No. 204/04)
N.A.
F (E) III/96/ON1/9 dt. 18.8.98
(SC No. 234/98)
4/29/99-P&PW(D) dt.12.7.2000
4.
5.
4&5
7
45/52/97-P&PW(E) dt. 16.12.97
45/73/97-P&PW(G) dt. 2.7.99
F(E)III/96/PNI/9 dt. 2.8.2000
RBE No.138/2k (SC No.
176/2k).
(i)
F(E)III/97/PNI/Exgratia/3 dt. 31.12.97 (RBE No.
194/97. S.No.PC-V/28) (SC No.
20/98)
(ii)
F(E)III/97/PNI/Exgratia/5 dt. 27.1.98 (RBE No.
19/98, S.No.PC-V./38) (SCNo.
44/98)
F(E)III/99/PNI/21 dt. 5.8.99 (SC
No. 212/99).
Copy of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, DOP & PW’s O.M.
No.42/2/2005-P&PW(G) dated 04-04-2005
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Subject: Grant of dearness relief to Central Government pensioners/ family pensioners- Revised
rate effective from 01.01.2005.
…
The undersigned is directed to refer to this Department‘s OM No.42/2/2004-P&PW(G) dated
24.09.2004 sanctioning the instalment of dearness relief admissible from 01.07.2004 and to say
that the President is pleased to decide that dearness relief shall be paid to the Central
Government Pensioners/Family Pensioners to compensate them for the rise in cost of living at
the rate of 17% w.e.f. 01.01.2005 in supersession of the rate mentioned in the OM dated
24.09.2004 referred to above.
1. These orders apply to (I) All Civilian Central Government Pensioners/Family Pensioners
(ii) The Armed Forces Pensioners, Civilian Pensioners paid out of the Defence Service
Estimates (iii) All India Service pensioners (iv) Railway pensioners and (v) The Burma
Civilian pensioners/family pensioners and pensioners/families of displaced Government
pensioners from Pakistan, who are Indian Nationals but receiving pension on behalf of
Government of Pakistan, who are in receipt of ad-hoc ex-gratia allowance of Rs.1275/p.m. in terms of this Department’s OM No. 23/1/97-P&PW(B) dated 23.02.1998.
1. Central Government Employees who had drawn lumpsum amount on absorption
in a PSU/Autonomous body and have become eligible to restoration of 1/3rd
commuted portion of pension as well as revision of the restored amount in terms
of this department’s OM No.4/59/97-P&PW(D) dated 14.07.1998 will also be
entitled to the payment of DR @ 17% w.e.f. 01.1.2005 on full pension i.e. the
revised pension which the absorbed employee would have received on the date of
restoration had he not drawn lumpsum payment on absorption and Dearness
pension subject to fulfilment of the conditions laid down in para 5 of the O.M.
dated 14.07.98. In this connection, instructions contained in this Deptt.’s O.M.
No.4/29/99-P&PW (D) dated 12.07.2000 refers.
1. The surviving CPF beneficiaries who had retired from service between the period
18.11.1960 to 31.12.1985 and are in receipt of Ex-gratia @ Rs.600/- p.m. with effect
from 01.11.1997 under this Department’s O.M.No.45/52/97P&PW (E) dated 16.12.1997
are entitled to Dearness Relief @ 17% w.e.f. 01.01.2005.
1. The following categories of CPF beneficiaries who are in receipt of Ex-gratia payment in
terms of this department’s OM No. 45/52/97-P&PW (E) dated 16.12.1997
will be paid DR @ 9% w.e.f. 01.01.2005.
(i)
The widows and dependent children of the deceased CPF beneficiary who had
retired from service prior to 01.01.1986 or who had died while in service prior to 01.01.1986 and
are in receipt of Ex-gratia payment of Rs,.605/-. p.m.
(ii)
Central Government Employees who had retired on CPF benefits before 18.11.1960
and are in receipt of Ex-gratia payment of Rs. 654/-, Rs. 659/-,
Rs. 703/- and Rs. 965/-.
1.
Payment of dearness relief involving a fraction of a rupee shall be rounded off to the
next higher rupee.
1. Other provisions governing grant of dearness relief in respect of employed family
pensioners and re-employed Central Government Pensioners will be regulated in
accordance with the provisions contained in this Department’s OM No.45/73/97P&PW(G) dated 02.07.1999. The provisions relating to regulation of DR where
pensioner is in receipt of more than one pension will remain unchanged.
1. In the case of retired Supreme Court and High Court judges necessary orders will be
issued by the Department of justice separately.
1. It will be the responsibility of the pension disbursing authority, including the nationalised
banks, etc. to calculate the quantum of dearness relief payable in each individual case.
1. The offices of Accountant General and Authorised Public Sector Banks are requested to
arrange payment of relief to pensioner etc on the basis of above instructions without
waiting for any further instructions from the Comptroller and Auditor General of India
and the Reserve Bank of India in view of letter No. L528-TA, II/84-8—II dated
23/04/1981 of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India addressed to all Accountant
Generals and Reserve Bank of India Circular No.GANB No.2958/GA—64(ii)(CGL)/81
dated 21st May, 1981 addressed to State Bank of India and its subsidiaries and all
Nationalised Banks.
1. In their application to the employees belonging to Indian Audit and Accounts Department
these orders issue in consultation with the C&AG.
1. This issues with the concurrence of Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditure vide
their U.No.126/EV/2005 dated 1st April, 2005.
RBE No.62/2005
Board’s letter No. E(D&A)2005/GS 1-1 dated 12.4.05 (RBE No.62/05)
Sub: Conduct of a Railway servant in relation to the proper maintenance of his family.
Instances of failure of Railway servant to look after the proper maintenance of their families
have come to notice of the Board. It has been noticed that in most cases, Railway avoid to
investigate these instances/complaints and to take suitable action thereon on the ground that
these are private/personal affairs of the Railway servant and railway administration cannot
interfere as such.
2.
In this connection it is clarified that it is the responsibility of the railway employees to look
after their families, failing which they can be taken up for violating RS(Conduct) Rules,1966 for
such conduct as ‘unbecoming of a railway servant’. Neglect by a railway employee of his wife
and family in a manner unbecoming of railway servant should be regarded as a good and
sufficient reason to justify action being taken against him under Rule 6 of RS(D&A) Rules,1968.
3.
Instances/complaints of the failure of Railway employees to look after their families may,
therefore, be investigated invariably and suitable action be taken in all those cases where the
complaints are prima facie established during the investigation.
RBE No.63/2005
Board’s letter No. E(W)2003 PS 5-1/20 dated 12.4.05 (RBE No.63/05)
Sub: Issue of Special passes on sports account.
In terms of item (2) under Column 2 below Schedule VII (Special Passes) of Railway Servants
(Pass) Rules,1986 (Second Edition,1993), whereas special passes on privilege account are to be
issued to the employees or his family members or dependents who are participating in the sports
events, the class of pass to be issued to railway servants traveling alone or with a team as an
official or a coach has not been specified. It has also been noticed that no provision exists to
grant pass, higher than first class, to those Railway servants who are entitled for the same when
participating in sports events. Board has, therefore, decided that item (i) and (ii) under column 3
below Schedule VII (Special Passes) of Railway Servants (Pass) Rules,1986 (Second
Edition,1993) may be replaced as under:-
(i)
Special pass will be issued to the Railway employee himself or his family
members/dependents who are actually participating in the sports events for the class of
entitlement of the Railway servant on privilege account. A higher class pass not higher than first
class may be issued to a team when they travel together and at least one member of the team is
ordinarily entitled to travel by the higher class. However, pass higher than first class may be
issued to those railway employees whose entitlement under privilege pass account is higher than
first class. A pass for a bicycle may also be issued for participating in cycling events.
(ii)
Railway servants, when detailed on duty, and traveling either alone or with a team as
official or a coach may be issued a duty pass of their entitlement while on duty.
2.
In view of above decision, Railway Servants (Pass) Rules 1986 (Second Edition,1993)
may be amended as per Advance Correction Slip no.48 (copy enclosed).
3.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
Advance Correction Slip No.48 to Railway Servants (Pass) Rules 1986 (Second Edition,1993)
Replace item (i) & (ii) under column 3 against item (2) ‘on sports account’ below schedule VII
of Railway Servants (Pass) Rules 1986 (Second Edition,1993) as under:
(i)
Special pass will be issued to the Railway employee himself or his family
members/dependents who are actually participating in the sports events for the class of
entitlement of the Railway servant on privilege account. A higher class pass not higher than first
class may be issued to a team when they travel together and at least one member of the team is
ordinarily entitled to travel by the higher class. However, pass higher than first class may be
issued to those railway employees whose entitlement under privilege pass account is higher than
first class. A pass for a bicycle may also be issued for participating in cycling events.
(ii)
Railway servants, when detailed on duty, and travelling either alone or with a team as
official or a coach may be issued a duty pass of their entitlement while on duty.
[Authority: Board's letter No. E(W)2003 PS 5-1/20 dated 12.4.05]
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2005/PM1/16 dated 20.4.05 .
Sub: Guidelines for Personnel Officers and Members of Selection Boards constituted for
conducting selections for promotion to posts classified as “selection”.
Reference Board’s letter No.E(NG)I-98/PM1/17 dt.20.10.1999 forwarding therewith guidelines
for Personnel Officers and Members of Selection Boards constituted for conducting selections
for promotion to posts classified as “selection”.
2.
The existing note (5) below para 9.1 of the aforesaid guidelines should be substituted with
the following:-
Note 5: “There should be absolutely no cutting, erasing, overwriting etc. of the marks once
awarded to answers to multiple-choice objective type of questions. In case of questions
requiring narrative type of answers also while there should not be any over-writing, erasing,
corrections of marks, if genuinely warranted, may be made by striking the marks originally given
and entering the fresh marks duly attesting the correction”.
RBE No.65/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A/I-2001/JCM/DC-2 dated 19.4.05 (RBE No.65/05)
Sub: Special Pay (Special Allowance) to the Train Superintendents/
Deputy Train Superintendents of Rajdhani Trains.
Ref: Board’s letter No.E(P&A)I-98/SP-1/Genl.-1 dated 09.10.1998.
The Staff Side in the Forum of DC/JCM, had raised a demand for grant of Special Allowance to
the Train Superintendents/Deputy Train Superintendents of Rajdhani Trains, working in the pay
scale of Rs.5500-9000/6500-10500. After careful consideration, the Board have decided to grant
Special Allowance @ Rs.300/- p.m. to the staff drawn for manning Rajdhani Express Trains
from the scale of Rs.5500-9000 also in addition to the scale of Rs.5000-8000 specified in the
letter dated 09.10.1998.
2.
These orders would be effective from the date of issue of this letter.
3.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.66/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A)1-2003/FE-2/1 dated 15.4.05 (RBE No.66/05)
Sub: Recommendation of the Fifth Central Pay Commission – Decision relating to grant of PCO
Allowance (known as Special Pay prior to IV CPC recommendation) to staff of Production
Control Organisation.
Ref: Board’s letter No.E(P&A)I-99/SP-1/WS-1 dated 10.08.1999.
AIRF had raised a demand in the PNM to review the stipulation of the words “On tenure basis”
appearing in 2nd line of para 3 of the Board’s letter No.E(P&A)I-99/SP-1/WS-1 dated 10.08.99.
The issue has been examined by Board and it has been decided that tenure for SE/SSEs posted to
PCOs, will henceforth be decided by the concerned Railway/Production Units with the personal
approval of the General Manager depending upon their local conditions.
RBE No.67/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A)I-2005/CPC/LE-1 dated 15.4.05 (RBE No.67/05)
Sub: Requirement of taking permission by Government servants for leaving
Station/headquarters.
A copy of O.M.No.11013/7/2004-Estt.(A) dated 5.10.2004 received from the Ministry of
Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions (Department of Personnel & Training) on the above
subject is enclosed herewith for information and necessary action.
Copy of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions (Department of Personnel &
Training)’sO.M.No.11013/7/2004-Estt.(A) dated 5.10.2004
Sub: Requirement of taking prior permission by Government servants for leaving
Station/headquarters.
The undersigned is directed to refer to this Department’s O.M.No.11013/7/94-Estt.(A) dated the
18th May,1994 in which it has, inter alia, been clarified that the Government servant should take
permission for leaving station/headquarters specially for private visits abroad. It has also been
clarified in O.M.No.11013/8/2000-Estt(A) dated the 7th November,2000 that the leave
sanctioning authority while granting leave shall take prior approval, if required, for permitting
the officer to go abroad as per the existing instructions. Despite these instructions, instances
have come to the notice of the Government where Government servants have left their
headquarters without taking prior permission and proceeded abroad.
2.
The High Court of Delhi, in its judgment dated the 28th May 2004 in the Criminal Writ
Petition No.1004/03 (Chandra Kumar Jain Vs.Union of India) has observed that a Government
servant who had visited some foreign countries 161 times on private visits without permission
was never questioned and no one in the customs and the other departments suspected why a
Government servant was so frequently (161 times) making private visits without permission.
The High Court has, therefore, directed the Central Government to frame guidelines on foreign
private visits of the Government servants.
3.
Keeping in view the observation of the High Court the Ministries/Departments are
requested to bring the existing instructions on the subject matter to the notice of all concerned
and ensure that Government servants take prior permission before leaving for visits abroad as
required under these instructions. When such permission to visit abroad is sought the
Government servant is required to furnish information relating to the proposed and previous
private visits as per the proforma (enclosed).
PROFORMA
(See O.M.No.11013/7/2004-Estt.(A) dated 5th October,2004)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Name
Designation
Pay
Ministry/Department (Specify Centre/State/PSU)
Passport No.
Details of Private foreign travel to be undertaken.
Period of abroad
From
To
Names of Purpose
Foreign
Countries to
be visited
Estimated Source of
Expenditure funds
(Travel;
board/
Remarks.
lodging,
visa,
misc.etc.)
1. Details of previous private foreign travel, if any undertaken during the last four years (as
under item No.6).
Name
Designation:
Date
Board’s letter No. E(W)2005 ED2/1 dated 5.5.2005.
Sub: Clarification regarding para 8.2 of Master Circular No.l7
i.e. school uniform.
….
With reference to Board’s letter No. PC-V/2004/A/DA/1 dated 11.3.2004 in which instructions
regarding merger of 50% of Dearness Allowance /Dearness Relief with basic pay/pension w.e.f.
1.4.2004 have been conveyed, a clarification has been sought as to whether pay limit regarding
eligibility for supply of free uniform as mentioned in para 8.2 of the Master Circular would be
revised or not.
In above context it is clarified that the eligibility condition of basic pay of Rs. 5,000/P.M. for supply of free uniforms to wards of Railway employees would also be enhanced on
effecting such merger to Rs.7,500/-(i.e. Rs. 5,000/- basic pay + 50% D.P.).
This issues in consultation with Finance Directorate of Railway Board.
(This disposes RDSO’s letter No.WS/School Uniform dated 21.12.04.).
RBE No 71/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)II/2005/RR-2/3 dated 3.5.2005 (RBE No 71/05)
Sub: Recruitment against Cultural/Scouts & Guides Quota.
….
Attention is invited to the instructions contained in Board’s letters No.E(NG)II/99/RR-2/3
dated 4.5.2000, E(NG)II/90/RR-2/1 dated 19.6.2000 and E(NG)II/2003/RR-2/3 dated
19.11.2003, inter alia laying down the detailed guidelines for recruitment against Cultural and
Scouts & Guides Quota.
It has recently come to the notice of this office that a number of Zonal Railways/PUs are either
not resorting to recruitment authorised against aforesaid quota and even if they are resorting the
same is not being finalized within the stipulated period.
In view of the above, Board desires that all Zonal Railways/PUs should fill up the Cultural and
Scouts & Guides quota during respective year as per circulated guidelines.
RBE No.72/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A)II-2005/HW-1 dated 04-05-05 (RBE No.72/05)
Sub: Rates of Night Duty Allowance w.e.f. 1.1.2005.
Consequent to sanction of an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance vide this Ministry’s
letter No.PC-V/97/1/7/14 dated 08-04-05, the President is pleased to decide that the rates of
Night Duty Allowance, as notified vide Annexure A and B of Board’s letter No. E(P&A)II2004/HW-1 dated 10.11.2004 stand revised with effect from 1.1.2005 as indicated at Annexure
A in respect of ‘Continuous’, ‘Intensive’, ‘Excluded’ categories and workshop employees, and as
indicated at Annexure B in respect of ‘Essentially Intermittent’ categories respectively.
2.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
ANNEXURE ‘A’
Rates of Night Duty Allowance with effect from 1.1.2005 for ‘Intensive’, ‘Continuous’ and
‘Excluded’ categories and Workshop staff at the various places classified as ‘A-1’, ‘A’, B-1, B-2,
and Ordinary localities including ‘C’ Class Cities.
S.No. Pay slabs in Vth A-1
Pay Commission’s
scales
A
B-1
B-2
1
2
3
21.50
22.45
25.30
21.35
22.35
25.05
21.20
22.20
24.90
2550-2605
2606-2790
2791-3230
21.60
22.60
25.50
Ordinary
localities
including
‘C’ class
cities
21.05
22.00
24.60
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
3231-3440
3441-4125
4126-4270
4271-4480
4481-4630
4631-4870
4871-5165
5166-5465
5466-6210
6211-6655
6656-6955
6956-7850
28.15
31.80
35.65
37.10
38.60
40.20
42.35
44.80
49.05
53.90
56.95
61.85
27.95
31.60
35.40
36.85
38.30
39.90
42.10
44.50
48.75
53.65
56.65
61.55
27.70
31.35
35.10
36.55
38.05
39.60
41.80
44.25
48.50
53.35
56.40
61.25
27.55
31.20
34.80
36.30
37.75
39.35
41.50
43.95
48.20
53.05
56.10
61.00
27.25
30.90
34.25
35.70
37.20
38.80
40.95
43.40
47.65
52.50
55.55
60.45
& above
ANNEXURE ‘B’
Rate of Night Duty Allowance with effect from 1.1.2005 for Essentially Intermittent categories
at the various places classified as ‘A-1’, ‘A’, B-1, B-2, and Ordinary localities including ‘C’
Class Cities.
S.No. Pay slabs in Vth A-1
Pay Commission’s
scales
A
B-1
B-2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
14.35
14.95
16.85
18.65
21.05
23.60
24.55
25.55
26.60
28.05
29.65
32.50
35.75
37.75
41.05
14.25
14.90
16.70
18.45
20.90
23.40
24.35
25.35
26.40
27.85
29.50
32.35
35.55
37.60
40.85
14.15
14.80
16.60
18.35
20.80
23.20
24.20.
25.15
26.25
27.65
29.30
32.15
35.35
37.40
40.65
2550-2605
2606-2790
2791-3230
3231-3440
3441-4125
4126-4270
4271-4480
4481-4630
4631-4870
4871-5165
5166-5465
5466-6210
6211-6655
6656-6955
6956-7850
14.40
15.05.
17.00
18.75
21.20
23.75
24.75
25.75
26.80
28.25
29.85
32.70
35.95
37.95
41.25
Ordinary
localities
including
‘C’ class
cities
14.05
14.65
16.40
18.15
20.60
22.85
23.80
24.80
25.85
27.30
28.95
31.75
35.00
37.05
40.30
& above
RBE No. 73/05
Board’s letter No. PC-III/2003/UPG/2 dated 3.5.2005 (RBE No. 73/05).
Sub: Filling up the post of Gateman (Engg.) in scale Rs .2750-4400.
…
In para 12 of this Ministry’s letter No. PC-III/2003/CRC/6 dated 09.10.2003 it was
stipulated that the post of Gateman (Engg.) should be operated in grade Rs.2750-4400 and the
Trackmen etc. at the time of their promotion to this grade should be posted as Gatemen (Engg.)
subject to their fulfilling the requirement of prescribed medical standard and literacy level etc.
Attention is also invited to this Ministry’s letter of even number dated 13.07.2004 which was
kept in abeyance by this Ministry’s letter of even number dated 02.08.2004.
1. The matter has been reviewed by the Board. It has been decided that the instructions
regarding operation of the post of Gateman (Engg.) in grade Rs.2750-4400 as per para 12
of this Ministry’s letter dated 09.10.2003 should stand. However, the stipulation therein
regarding Trackmen, etc. at the time of their promotion to this grade being posted as
Gatemen (Engg),should be deleted. Accordingly, para 12 of this Ministry’s letter dated
09.10.2003 should be modified to read as under:-
“ As a result of implementation of this restructuring, more number of additional posts will be
available in the highest grade of this category. Henceforth, therefore, the posts of Gatemen
(Engg.) should be operated in grade Rs. 2750-4400.”
1. It is also reiterated that the Gatekeepers posted on difficult gates; the number of such
gates not exceeding 50% of all the manned engineering gates, will continue to get special
allowance of Rs. l50/- per month as per instructions contained in this Ministry’s letter
No.E(P&A)I-97/SP-1/CE-1 dated 27.1.2003.
4.
This issues in consultation with Civil Engineering & Establishment Directorates & with
concurrence of Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.74/2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2002/3/31 dated 06-05-05 (RBE No.74/05)
Sub:- Jurisdiction of Electrical Training Centres.
In order to provide training for the staff on the newly created zones or zones from which training
centres would be transferred to the newly created zones, it has been decided to assign specific
Divisions to each ETC, inter-alia indicating the administrative control of the zones . The
distribution of the divisions is as under :-
Name of ETC
Railway/Division
ETC/Thakurli
Mumbai(CST),Bhusawal, Nagpur,Pune & Solapur
Divisions of CR Jabalpur, Kota & Bhopal Divisions
of WCR Agra & Jhansi of NCR
Howrah,Malda, Sealdah & Asansol Divisions of ER Eastern Railway
ETC/Asansol
Zones having Admn/
Budgetary Control.
Central Railway
Dhanbad, Danapur & Mughalasarai Divisions of ECR
ETC/Ghaziabad Delhi, Firozpur,Lucknow,Ambala & Moradabad
Northern Railway
Divisions NR
ETC/Gorakpur Lucknow, Varanasi & Izzatnagar Divisions of NER N.E. Railway
`ETC/Avadi
Sonepur & Samastipur Divisions of ECR
Chennai, Madurai, Palghat, Trichy & Trivandrum
Divisions of SR Bangalore, Mysore & Hubli
Divisions of SWR
Southern Railway
ETC/
Secunderabad, Hyderabad, Guntkal, Guntur, Nanded S.C.Railway
& Vijayawada Divisions
Vijayawada
ETC/
Lallaguda
ETC/Tata Nagar Kharagpur,Chakradharpur, Adra & Ranchi Divisions S.E.Railway
of SER
Khurda Road, Waltair & Sambalpur Divisions of
ECOR
Raipur, Nagpur & Bilaspur Divisions of SER
ETC/Vadodara Mumbai(Central), Baroda, Ratlam,Amedabad, Rajkot, Western Railway
Bhavanagar Diisions of WR
ETC/Mahalaxmi
Jaipur, Ajmer, Jodhpur & Bikaner Divisions of NWR
ETC/Kanpur
Allahabad Division of NCR
North Central Railway
Delhi, Firozpur, Lucknow, Ambala & Moradabad
Divisions of NR ( for drivers)
2
The budgetary allocation and necessary funding to the ETCs will be provided by
the controlling zone despite the fact that the training center will be catering to the training needs
of the staff of other zones.
3
The jurisdiction and administrative control of ETCs as shown in para-1 above
4
CEE of the zone as highlighted in para-1 above be the controlling Officer of ETCs
respectively
5
Posting of the principals and instructors will be from any of the divisions assigned
to the ETC in consultation with the concerned CEE.
6
The posting of administrative staff will be from the zone controlling the ETC in
consultation with the concerned CEE.
RBE No. 76/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG) I-2005/PM 2/1 dated 6.5.2005(RBE No. 76/05).
Sub:- General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE)for
filling up of 25% net direct recruitment quota vacancies in
Gr ‘C’ categories- extension of currency of scheme.
Reference this Ministry’s letter of even number dt: 30.03.2005 extending the scheme of
General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) for a period of one year upto 31-032006, as an interim measure. It has now been decided to extend the currency of this scheme up
to 31-03-2008 on the existing terms and conditions.
RBE No.77/2005
Board’s letter No. .99-E[SCT]1/25/13 dated 6-5-05 (RBE No.77/05)
Sub: Reservation in promotion – Treatment of SC/ST candidates promoted on their own merit
Ref: Board’s letter No. 99-E[SCT]1/25/13 dated 07-08-02 &
20-06-03
***
Please refer to Board’s letters quoted above wherein it has been clarified that SC/ST
candidates promoted on their own merit will be adjusted against unreserved points. In this
connection it is further clarified that instructions contained in Board’s letters of even number
dated 07-08-02 and 20-06-03 shall take effect from 07-08-02. However, the cases where SC/ST
candidates promoted on their merit before 07-08-02 have been adjusted against unreserved points
need not be reopened.
2.
It is also clarified that since in the case of promotions by Non-Selection, promotions are
made on the basis of seniority-cum-fitness and the concept of merit is not involved in such
promotions, instructions contained in Board’s letter dated 07-08-02 and 20-06-03 referred to
above do not apply to the promotions made by Non-Selection method.
RBE No. 67/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)II/2005/RR-1/6 dated 26.4.2005 (RBE No. 67/05)
Sub: Recognition of qualification of Prathama Examination conducted by Hindi Sahitya
Sammelan, Allahabad.
….
Kindly refer to this Ministry’s letter No.E(NG)-II/2002/RR-1/7 dated 25.1.2002 forwarding
therewith a copy of the Notification No. F.24-4/2001-TS-III dated 27.7.2001 issued by Ministry
of Human Resource Development, Department of Secondary & Higher Education on the subject
quoted above.
Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Secondary & Higher Education have
issued a further notification of same number dated 14.5.2004 extending the provisional
recognition granted to the Prathama Examination conducted by Hindi Sahitya Sammelan,
Allahabad for the purpose of employment under the Central Government for the post for which
the desired qualification is a pass in matriculation for a further period of 03 (three) years from
27.7.2004 to 27.7.2007. A copy of the same is enclosed for guidance and compliance.
Copy of Notification No.F 24-4/2001-TS-III dated14th May, 2004 of Ministry Of Human
Resource Development, Department Of Secondary & Higher Education.
[To be published in Gazette of India Part I, Section I]
NOTIFICATION.
F 24-4/2001-TS-III. In continuation of this Department’s Notification of even number dated
27.07.2001, the Government of India has decided to extend the provisional recognition granted
to the Prathama Examination being conducted by Hindi Sahitya Sammelan, Allahabad for the
purpose of employment under the Central Govt. for the post for which the desired qualification is
a pass in matriculation for a further period of 3 years from 27.07.2004 to 27.07.2007, after which
the Committee will review the recognition granted. This has the approval of the Competent
authority.
RBE No.70/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-99/PM 8/2
Dated : 29-04-05
(RBE No.70/05)
Sub:- Promotion of Group ‘D’ staff in the S&T Department as ESM Gr.III, MSM Gr.III. TCM
Gr.III and WTM Gr.III in scale Rs.3050-4590 – Educational qualification for.
In terms of the provisions contained in paras 149, 150 and 151 of Indian Railway Establishment
Manual, Volume-I (1989 Edition), the vacancies in the categories of ESM grade III, MSM grade
III, TCM grade III and WTM grade III all in the pay scale of Rs.3050-4590 are filled as under :-
i)
50% by direct recruitment ; and
ii)
50% by promotion of departmental staff.
2
As the Railways are aware vide this Ministry’s letter of even number dated 22-052002 pursuant to acceptance of recommendation of Railway Safety Review Committee
qualification of Class X Board Examination was prescribed for promotion of group ‘D’ staff in
the S&T Department to the posts of ESM Grade III, MSM Grade III, TCM Grade III and WTM
Grade III all in the pay scale of Rs.3050-4590 with the stipulation that the existing Group ‘D’
staff in service as on 22-05-2002 not possessing the qualification of Class X Board Examination
may be allowed two chances to appear in the two consecutive trade tests conducted after the
issue of the letter ibid.
3
The Federation in the PNM-AIRF have represented that the existing Group ‘D’
staff should be allowed promotion without insisting on enhanced qualification of Class X Board
Examination. The matter has been discussed in successive PNM-AIRF Meetings in which the
Federation have been insisting on their demand that the condition of qualification should not be
applicable to existing staff. Pursuant to these discussions the Ministry of Railways have
reviewed the matter and have decided that the condition of qualification of Matriculation having
been accepted pursuant to RSRC’s recommendations and sophistication in S&T
equipment/technology, the qualification cannot be done away with altogether. However, keeping
in view the aspirations of existing Group ‘D’ staff in service as on 22-05-2002 not having the
qualification of Matriculation, it has been decided that 50% of the quota earmarked for
promotion of Group ‘D’ staff in the categories mentioned above may be filled from amongst
existing Group ‘D’ staff in service as on 22-05-2002 not having the qualification of Class X
Board Examination. The balance of 50% of quota earmarked for promotion should continue to
be filled from amongst Group ‘D’ staff in S&T Deptt. possessing the qualification of Class X
Board Examination. Accordingly the posts of ESM/ MSM Gr.III TCM Gr.III and WTM Gr.III
all in the pay scale of Rs.3050-4590 will henceforth be filled as under:
i)
ii)
50% by direct recruitment; and
50% by promotion of S&T Group ‘D’ staff as under :-
(a)
50% plus shortfall against (b) below by promotion from amongst staff having the
qualification of Class X Board Examination; and
(b)
50% by promotion from amongst existing Gr.’D’ staff in service as on 22-05-2002
not having the qualification of Class X Board Examination.
4
The Indian Railway Establishment Manual Vol.I 1989 Edition is accordingly amended
as in the ACS Nos.172 enclosed.
INDIAN RAILWAY ESTABLISHMENT MANUAL VOL.I 1989 EDITION
ACS NOS.172
Chapter I Section ‘B’ Sub-section III containing rules regarding Recruitment Training etc.
Para 149[1][ii]
1.
Substitute the following or the existing para 149[1][ii] :-
50% by promotion of Department staff as under:
[a]
50% plus shortfall against (b) below by promotion from amongst staff having the
qualification of Class X Board Examination; and
[b] 50% by promotion from amongst existing Gr. ‘D’ staff in service as on 22-05-2002 not
having the qualification of Class X Board Examination.
1. Note below para 149[1][ii] should be deleted.
Para 150[1][ii]
1.
Substitute the following or the existing para 150[1][ii] :-
50% by promotion of Department staff as under:
[a] 50% plus shortfall against (b) below by promotion from amongst staff having the
qualification of Class X Board Examination; and
[b] 50% by promotion from amongst existing Gr. ‘D’ staff in service as on 22-05-2002 not
having the qualification of Class X Board Examination.
2.
Note below para 149[1][ii] should be deleted.
Para 151[1][ii]
1.
Substitute the following or the existing para 151[1][ii] :-
50% by promotion of Department staff as under:
[a] 50% plus shortfall against (b) below by promotion from amongst staff having the
qualification of Class X Board Examination; and
[b] 50% by promotion from amongst existing Gr. ‘D’ staff in service as on 22-05-2002 not
having the qualification of Class X Board Examination.
1. Note below para 149[1][ii] should be deleted.
[Authority: Railway Board’s letter No E(NG)I-99/PM 8/2 Dated : 29-04-05]
RBE No. 80/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2005/TR/7 dated 10.5.2005(RBE No. 80/05)
Sub: Posting of husband and wife at the same station instruction in respect of Group-C & D Railway employees.
…
The extant instructions regarding posting of husband and wife at the same station are contained
in the Ministry of Railways’ letter No. E(NG)II/71/TR/14 dated 1.10.71 as reiterated in their
letters No .E(NG)I-86/TR/14 dated 6.1.88 and as part of the consolidated instructions vide letter
No.E(NG)I-96/TR/28 dated 6.12.96. Further detailed instructions on the subject have been
issued pursuant to recommendation of the Fifth Central Pay Commission under this Ministry’s
letter No. E(NG)I-97/TR/28 dated 5.11.97. One of the guidelines incorporated in the last letter
viz. 5.11.97 is to the effect that posting of husband and wife may be ensured at one place even
by considering sympathetically the request for change of category.
2.
All India Railwaymen’s Federation have brought it to the notice of this Ministry that
Government’s above directives to keep husband and wife at the same station are not being
followed in the Railways. Ministry of Railways desire that extant instructions on the subject as
referred to in the preceding para may be followed scrupulously and a suitable mechanism to
ensure the same put in place.
RBE No. 79/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)III/2003/PN1/5 dated 9.5.2005(RBE No. 79/2005).
Sub: Grant of compassionate allowance.
….
Reference s are being received from Zonal Railways, etc., seeking clarification as to
whether, compassionate allowance can be sanctioned to the removed/dismissed Railway servants
and family pension to the eligible members of the family on the basis of representations received
from them and the family after a lapse of many years from the date of removal/dismissal and
death, respectively of such removed/dismissed Railway servants. In this respect, attention is
invited to Rule 65 of Railway Services (pension) Rules, 1993. In terms of this rule, if the case of
a removed/dismissed Railway servant is deserving of special consideration, the authority
competent to dismiss or remove the Railway servant from service may sanction a compassionate
allowance not exceeding two-thirds of pension or gratuity or both, which would have been
admissible to him if he had retired on compensation pension. The power to sanction or otherwise
compassionate allowance is a discretionary power vested in the authority competent to
remove/dismiss the Railway servant, to be exercised by that authority suo-motu, at the time of
passing orders of dismissal or removal from service or immediately thereafter. Hence past cases
where the competent authority, in exercise of its discretionary powers, had not sanctioned
compassionate allowance at the time of passing orders of removal/dismissal or immediately
thereafter, cannot be reopened for review on the basis of representations received from the
removed/dismissed employees and members of their family at a later date.
1. The existing guiding principles and procedures for grant of compassionate allowance or
gratuity or both are reiterated hereunder or compliance by the concerned authorities.
i)
The decision for grant of compassionate allowance or gratuity or both, or
otherwise, shall be taken at the time of passing orders of removal/dismissal keeping in view the
guidelines given in para 310 of the Manual of Railway Pension Rules, 1950.
[ii] If no mention about the compassionate allowance, etc. is made by the Competent authority
while passing orders of removal/dismissal, the Concerned Head of Office shall resubmit the case
file along with relevant information/guidelines to the concerned competent authority and obtains
decision for or against sanction of compassionate allowance or gratuity or both.
[iii] If the decision is for grant of compassionate allowance, etc., necessary action to implement
the same shall be taken by the Head of Office based on the decision of the appellate authority on
the penalty orders passed by the disciplinary authority.
[iv]
If no appeal is preferred within the target date, sanction order shall be issued
immediately thereafter.
[v] If the appeal is preferred within the target date and a decision has already been taken for or
against sanction of compassionate allowance, etc., and the same is not turned down by the
appellate authority, such a decision shall be treated as final and no representation in this respect
shall be entertained at a later date.
[vi]
The decision to grant compassionate allowance, etc., shall be communicated through a
separate order. This decision shall not form part of the order under which the penalty of removal
or dismissal is imposed.
1. Recently, a case has come to the notice of the Board, wherein the competent authority,
while imposing the penalty of removal from service on a Railway servant, sanctioned
compassionate allowance without verifying the qualifying service rendered by the latter.
Compassionate allowance being one of the classes of pensions and a minimum qualifying
service of ten years is a prerequisite for sanction of any class of pension, before
sanctioning compassionate allowance, it is absolutely necessary for the competent
authority intending to sanction compassionate allowance to a person on whom the
punishment of removal/dismissal is imposed, to satisfy itself that such a person had
rendered not less than 10 years of qualifying service. Board, therefore, desire that the
Head of Office should place before the competent authority the information about the
qualifying service and other relevant facts concerning the Railway servant either at the
time of imposing the penalty of removal/dismissal or immediately thereafter to facilitate
that authority to take a decision as regards sanction of compassionate allowance in terms
of Rule 65 of Railway Services (Pension) Rules,. 1993 and guidelines given in para 310
of Manual of Railway Pension Rules, 1950.
4.
Zonal Railway administration are requested to take note of the position for guidance and
compliance.
RBE No. 82/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)Spl.2005/ADV. 4/1 dated 11.5.2005(RBE No. 82/05.)
Sub: Grant of advance for purchase of Personal Computer.
Ref: Board’s letters No.F(E)Spl.97/ADV.2/2 dated 26.12.1997 and
F(E)Spl.2000/ADV/4/1 dated 26.3.2001.
…
Under the extant rules, as modified from time to time, the maximum limit that had been
prescribed for grant of Computer Advance was Rs. 80,000/- on the 1st occasion and Rs. 75,000/on the second and subsequent occasions in terms of Board’s letter dated 26.12.1997.
In view of the prevailing funds crunch and the fact that computers were available in the market at
much lower rates, the maximum limit of PC advance for Railway employees was reduced to Rs.
60,000/- on the first occasion and Rs. 55,000/- on the second and subsequent occasions vide
Board’s letter dated 26.3.2001.
Since cost of PCs in the market has scaled down considerably, Ministry of Railways have
decided to reduce the maximum limit of PC advance for Railway employees further to
Rs.50,000/- on the first occasion & Rs. 40,000/- on the second and subsequent occasions or the
anticipated/actual price of the personal computer, which ever is less, till further orders.
All other terms and conditions governing the grant of Personal Computer advance shall remain
unaltered.
The above mentioned modification takes effect from the date of issue of the letter.
RBE No 78/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/2004/ACP/1 dated 9.5.2005 PC-V/455 RBE No 78/2005.
Sub: Financial upgradation under the ACP Scheme – Clarification regarding.
…
Please refer to Board’s letter of even number dated 1.10.1999 regarding the Assured Career
Progression Scheme (ACPS) and subsequent amendments/clarifications that have been issued
from time to time.
2. The issue of reckoning the past service and promotions before/after medical
decategorization for the purpose of grant of financial upgradation under the ACPS has been
raised by some of the Zonal Railways
3.
The matter has been examined in consultation with the Department of Personnel &
Training and it has been decided that cases where the persons are medically de-categorized and
were appointed to some other posts for which they are suitable in terms of medical conditions
could be decided on the basis as that of the persons declared surplus and re-deployed viz. by
counting the past service. However, while in the case of surplus employees, if the re-deployment
is to a lower post, the last pay scale is protected as personal to the employee and, therefore, in
terms of clarification no. 36 of Board’s letter No.PC-V/99/I/1/1 dated 19.2.2002, the two
financial upgradations are allowed in the hierarchy of a new organization with reference to the
protected pay scale to the fulfillment of the promotional norms, in the case of de-categorized
employees, there appears to be no provision for protection of pay scale in the event of transfer to
a lower post. If so, in such cases, past service may also be counted towards ACP Scheme and the
benefit of financial upgradation allowed as per the hierarchy of the re-deployed posts. Even
where a person had earned one financial upgradation prior to medical decategorization and
appointment to a lower post, since the transfer is not on own volition, there is no objection to
counting of the past service including for the period he held a higher service on promotion, for
deciding the two financial upgradations as per the hierarchy of the new post.
RBE No. 81/2005
Board’s letter No . PC-V/2003/1/11/2 dated 11.5.2005 PC-V/456. (RBE No. 81/05).
Sub : Pay fixation of staff of Accounts deptt. posted against the ex-cadre post in EDP Centre,
Vigilance Branch and Zonal Training School.
Consequent upon upgradation of pay scales of Accounts staff, SO(A)s/TIAs/ISAs working
against the ex-cadre post of Sr. Traffic Costing Inspectors in Traffic Costing Cell have been
allowed to draw pay in the pay scale of Rs. 7450-11500 vide Ministry of Railways’ letter of
even number dated 11.3.2005 (S.No.PC-V/448, RBE No. 42/2005), if they have already been
promoted to this pay scale in their respective parent cadres. On the same analogy, it has been
decided that SO(A)s/TIAs/ISAs working against the ex-cadre posts of Input Output Supdt. in
EDP Centre, Vigilance Inspectors and Instructors in Zonal Training School, should be allowed to
draw pay in the pay scale of Rs. 7450-11500, if they have already been promoted to this pay
scale in their respective parent cadres.
This has the approval of the Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
Board’s letter No. E(Sports) 2004/Policy/2 dated 18.5.2005
Sub: Recruitment of Sportspersons in Skilled Cadre in the Production
Units.
Ref: Policy letter No.E(Sports)2000/Policy/2 dated 19.6.2000.
As per Para 3.2.1 of Board’s policy letter No. E(Sports)2000/Policy/2 dated 19.06.2000,
Production Units/Workshops can recruit sportspersons, as per the quota allotted to them, in the
category of Skilled Artisans (in the initial recruitment grade), waiving the prescribed training
period.
The matter of waiving the prescribed training period in case of sportspersons, for recruitment in
the category of Skilled Artisans has been reviewed in Board’s office and it has been decided that
henceforth, the sportspersons recruited against sports quota in the category of Skilled Artisans
should undergo through the prescribed training. The stipend admissible during the training
period and confirmation of service after training period will be the same as in the case of normal
recruitment.
RBE No. 84/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A)II-2004/HRA-16 dated 17.5.2005(RBE No. 84/05)
Sub: Re-classification of cities/ towns on the basis of 2001
Census – grant of House Rent Allowance and
Compensatory (City) Allowance to Railway employees.
Attention is invited to Board’s letter of even number dated 28.1.2005 on the above subject. The
cities/towns which have been placed in a lower classification in the lists enclosed as Annexure-I
& II to the said letter, as compared to their existing classification, shall continue to retain the
existing classification until further orders and the Railway employees working therein will be
entitled to draw the rates of House Rent Allowance and Compensatory (City) Allowance
accordingly.
2.
These orders shall be effective from 1.4.2004. All other conditions governing grant of
House Rent Allowance/Compensatory (City) Allowance under existing rules/orders shall
continue to apply.
3.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No. 83/2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2003/3/35 dated 12.5.2005(RBE No. 83/05)
Sub: Refresher courses for safety categories.
In partial modification of Board’s letter of even number dated 31.1.05 (RBE No.20/2005) the
medical classification in column 5 of item No.3 Track Machine Maintainers/Technicians may be
corrected as B-1. Other things remain unchanged.
MANUAL ON MANAGEMENT OF TRAINING (JUNE 1998)
Advance Correction Slip No.3/2005.
Para I of the Appendix-III of the Manual on Management of Training
(Edition-1998) may be replaced as under.
Sl.
Category
Duration of the
Course
No.
1.
JE/SE/SSE
18 working days
Classification
Once in 5 years A-3
2.
Bridges
JE/SE/SSE
(3 weeks)
12 working days
Once in 5 years A-3
3.
P.Way
Track Machine
(2 weeks)
12 working days
Once in 5 years B-1.
4.
Maintainers/Technicians
Gate Keeper
(2 weeks)
12 working days
Once in 5 years A-3
5.
Trolleymen
PWMs,Mate
(2 weeks)
12working days
Once in 5 years B-1
6.
Keyman, Gangman
JE/SE/SSE
(2 weeks)
12 working days
Once in 3 years A-3.
Track Machines
(2 weeks)
Periodicity
[Authority : E(MPP)2003/3/35 dated 12.5.2005]
RBE No.93/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I/2004/RE-3/9 dt. 31-5-2005 ( RBE No.93/2005)
Sub: The Persons with Disabilities ( Equal Opportunities,
Medical
Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995Absorption of disabled/medically decategorised Staff in
alternative employment –Date of effect of the revised
scheme – Question regarding.
…
Chapter XII of Indian Railway Establishment Manual, Vol.I, 1989 incorporating the
scheme for absorption in alternative employment of medically de-categorised staff has been
amended pursuant to Section 47(1) of the Persons with Disabilities ( Equal Opportunities,
Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995, vide ACS No.77 issued under this
Ministry’s letter number E(NG)I/96/RE3/9 (2) dt. 29-4-99 read with ACS Nos.122 and 148
issued under their letters No.E(NG)I/2000/RE3/5 dt. 31.7.2001 and E(NG)I/2001/RE-3/8 dt.
1.7.2003, respectively.
2.
The scheme so revised is being implemented in the Railways from the date of issue of the
relevant instructions viz 29.4.99. Representations have been received to the effect that since the
Act came into force with effect from the date on which it was notified in the Govt. of India
Gazette viz 7.2.96, the benefit of revised scheme should be made available from 7-2-96. The
matter has been considered carefully by this Ministry. It has now been decided that the scheme
contained in this Ministry’s letter of 29-4-99 as modified may be made effective from 7-2-96.
Accordingly in respect of cases in which the disabled / medically de – categorised
employees on or after 7-2-96 and upto 28-4-99 were absorbed in alternative employment in
accordance with the earlier scheme in grade[s] lower than the grade[s] held by them on regular
basis at the time of disablement / medical decategorisation may be reviewed on representations
received in this regard and decided at the level of the General Manager as per the revised
scheme. In other type of cases wherein disabled/ medically de-categorised employees had opted
to retire asking for appointment of eligible ward on compassionate ground, the question of
review does not arise.
3.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.85/2005
Board’s letter No. E(W)97 PS 5-1/71 dated 20.5.05 (RBE No.85/05)
Sub: Grant of Privilege Passes/PTOs to dependent relatives – Raising the income ceiling.
Reference is invited to Board’s letter of even number dated 9.12.2004 on the above mentioned
subject, whereby the income ceiling for dependency was revised w.e.f. 01.07.2004 as Rs.2565/p.m. i.e.Rs.1500/- (pension/family pension) plus + Rs.750 (DP) + 14% of Rs.2250/- (1500+750)
or 15% of the pay of Railway servant, whichever is more.
Consequent upon increase in Dearness Relief to pensioners/family pensioners, w.e.f. 01.01.2005
in terms of Board’s Circular No.PC-V/97/I/9/6 dated 26.4.05 a dependent relative in relation to a
Railway servant as described in Railway Servants (Pass) Rules, 1986, shall be deemed to be
wholly dependent on the Railway servant only if his/her income w.e.f. 01.01.2005 including
pension, dearness pay and dearness relief in terms of Board’s letter No.PC-V/97/I/9/6 dated
26.4.2005 does not exceed Rs.2633/- i.e. Rs.1500/-(Pension/family pension) + Rs.750 (DP)
+17% of Rs.2250 (1500+750) or 15% of the pay of Railway servant, whichever is more.
RBE No.65/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/97/1/9/6 dated 26.4.05 (RBE No.65/05, PC V/ 453)
Sub: Implementation of the recommendation of the V CPC regarding conversion of 50%
Dearness Relief into Dearness Pension – Clarification regarding.
Ref: Board’s letter No.PC-V/97/I/9/6 dated 22.2.2005 (R.B.E.No.33/2005).
A copy of Corrigendum No.45/1/2004-P&PW(G) dated 24.02.2005 of Ministry of Personnel,
Public Grievances and Pension (Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare) on the above
subject is sent herewith for your information and necessary action.
A copy of Corrigendum No.45/1/2004-P&PW(G) dated 24.02.2005 of Ministry of Personnel,
Public Grievances and Pension (Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare)
CORRIGENDUM
Sub: Implementation of the recommendation of the V CPC regarding conversion of 50%
Dearness Relief into Dearness Pension – Clarification regarding.
In this Department’s OM No.45/1/2004-P&PW(G) dated 27th January,2005, on the subject
mentioned above, the date mentioned in line 4 of clarification No.1, as 1.1.2004 may be
substituted as 1.4.2004.
In point 2, the words ‘if not entitled for Dearness Relief on their pension’ may be added after
‘whether re-employed / absorbees are eligible for Dearness Pension?’.
RBE No.88/2005
Board’s letter No. E(D&A)/2003/RG 6-8 Dated 27.5.05 (RBE No.88/05)
GSR – In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to article 309 of the Constitution, the
President hereby makes the following rules further to amend the Railway Servants (Discipline
and Appeal) Rules,1968, namely:-
1. (1) These rules may be called the Railway Servants (Discipline and Appeal) (Amendment)
Rules,2005.
(2) They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.
1. In the Railway Servants (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1968, in rule 9, in sub-rule (13),
in clause (b), for Note 2, the following shall be substituted, namely:-
“Note 2: (i) Nomination of an assisting railway servant or an official of a recognised Railway
Trade Union, who is a full time union worker, shall be made within twenty days from the date of
appointment of the inquiring authority.
(ii)
The nomination shall not be accepted if the person assisting has three pending
disciplinary cases on hand in which he has to assist:
Provided that an official of a recognised Railway Trade Union may assist in more than three
pending disciplinary cases”.
Foot Note: Principal rules were published in the Gazette of India vide Part II, Section 3, SubSection [ii], vide number S.O. No. 3181 dated the 14th September, 1968 and subsequently
amended by –
Sl.
Notification No.
Date
Published in the Gazette of India
Part II Section 3 Sub-section (i)
No.
1.
1.
2.
3.
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8
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10
11
12
13
14
15
16
2.
E(D&A)66RG 6-9
E(D&A)67 RG 6-13
E(D&A)70 RG 6-63
E(D&A)70 RG 6-60
E(D&A)70 RG 6-41
E(D&A)70 RG 6-43
E(D&A)70 RG 6-52
E(D&A)70 RG 6-69
E(D&A)69 RG 6-60
E(D&A)71 RG 6-60
E(D&A)751 RG 6-35
E(D&A)77 RG 6-46
E(D&A)78 RG 6-54
E(D&A)77 RG 6-30
E(D&A)79 RG 6-26
E(D&A)79 RG 6-12
3.
10.4.69
7.4.71
9.6.71
19.10.71
21.10.71
12.11.71
25.3.72
17.11.72
5.2.73
13.7.73
5.4.77
7.7.78
29.11.78
7.4.78
17.8.79
25.10.79
GSR/SO No.
Date of
Publication
4.
5.
1531
24.6.1969
1925
8.5.1971
2501
3.7.1971
5078
6.11.1971
4050
30.10.1971
5264
4.12.1971
9467
8.4.1972
3918
25.11.72
2897
6.10.1973
1413
14.5.1977
2193
29.7.1978
0364
23.12.1978
3057
8.9.1979
3777
17.11.1979
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
E(D&A)78 RG 6-61
E(D&A)79 RG 6-39
E(D&A)78 RG 6-11
E(D&A)81 RG 6-72
E(D&A)81 RG 6-63
E(D&A)81 RG 6-54
E(D&A)82 RG 6-29
E(D&A)83 RG 6-45
E(D&A)80 RG 6-25
E(D&A)85 RG 6-16
E(D&A)83 RG 6-14
E(D&A)87 RG 6-47
E(D&A)87 RG 6-146
E(D&A)88 RG 6-43
E(D&A)84 RG 6-44
E(D&A)88 RG 6-38
E(D&A)84 RG 6-44
E(D&A)90 RG 6-112
E(D&A)91 RG 6-42
E(D&A)90 RG 6-117
E(D&A)89 RG 6-80
E(D&A)90 RG 6-112
E(D&A)92 RG 6-148
E(D&A)92 RG 6-166
E(D&A)93 RG 6-94
E(D&A)95 RG 6-68
E(D&A)92 RG 6-151
E(D&A)94 RG 6-10
E(D&A)98 RG 6-42
E(D&A)2001 RG6-29
E(D&A)87 RG6-151
E(D&A)98 RG 6-52
E(D&A)2002/RG6-1
E[D&A)2004/RG6-30
E[D&A]2003/RG 6-33
22.11.79
31.12.79
6.2.80
31.8.82
10.8.83
31.5.84
30/3/85
13.6.85
20.1.86
20.3.87
28.8.87
26.10.87
10.5.88
12.8.88
20.10.89
16.11.89
22.11.90
16.11.90
8.6.91
19.9.91
20.1.92
22.10.92
9.11.92
11.1.93
23.6.94
13.8.97
6.11.97
16.2.99
11.10.99
31.10.01
8.8.02
16-01-2003
10-03-2003
13-10-2004
10-12-2004
0143
0441
GSR/982
GSR/632
1822
5667
GSR/667
GSR/241
GSR/708
GSR/869
GSR/420
GSR/759
GSR/850
GSR/900
GSR 734
GSR/723
GSR/568
GSR/86
GSR 504
GSR/63
GSR/327
GSR/422
GSR/106
GSR/87
GSR/617
GSR/342
GSR/50
GSE/134
GSR 376
GSR 62
19.1.1980
23.2.1980
17-12-1983
23.6.1984
27.4.1985
6.7.1985
22.2.1986
4.4.1987
19.9.1987
21.11.1987
21.5.1988
17.9.1988
11-11-1989
02-12-1989
08-12-1990
11-12-1990
5.10.1991
22.2.1992
14-11-1992
30.1.1993
16-07-94
27-12-97
6.6.1998
20.3.1999
24.11.2001
24-8-2002
1-2-2003
29-3-2003
30-10-2004
19-02-2005
Board’s letter No. 2004/H/PNM/NFIR dated 03-06-2005 .
Sub: Counting of temporary service rendered as Casual
Labour for joining RELHS – 97.
***
Arising out of demands made by AIRF and NFIR the subject of reckoning of 50% of service
rendered as Temporary Casual Labour for computing the qualifying period of service for
eligibility under RELHS has been under the consideration of Board for some time.
After careful examination of the matter it has been decided to reckon 50% of the period from the
date of ‘Temporary Status’ to the date of ‘regularisation’ in respect of Ex-casual labours for the
purpose of 20 years qualifying service for joining RELHS – 97.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No. 96/2005
Board’s letter No. E(W)95 PS 5-1/17 dated 7.6.2005(RBE No. 96/05)
Sub: Delegation of powers to Senior Subordinates in Grade Rs.5000-8000 and above to
issue/sign Post Retirement Complimentary Passes.
…
Instructions were issue vide Board’s letter of even number dated 31.1.2003 delegating powers to
Sr. Subordinates in grade Rs. 5000-8000 and above and who are also in direct and independent
charge of the establishment to issue/sign First Class Post Retirement Complimentary passes to
retired Railway Officers instead of First ‘A’ passes, if the retired officers opt for the same in
writing. The scheme introduced purely on an experimental basis was subsequently made on a
permanent basis beyond 30.9.2004 vide Board’s letter of even number dated 9.12.2004.
1. The extant instructions have put retired railway employees in great inconvenience
because instead of first ‘A’ passes they are now getting only first class passes which are
lower in status and facility. Board have, therefore, decided that Sr. Subordinates, who are
in Gr. Rs. 5000-8000 and above and holding direct and independent charge of the
establishment, may be delegated the power to issue/sign 1st ‘A’ passes to retired railway
officers, instead of 1st class pass as hitherto before.
3.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
RBE No. 95/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)2004 HO1/15 dated 3.6.2005(RBE No. 95/05)
Sub: Enhancement in the rates of honorarium payable to
various functionaries engaged by the RRBs for
conducting examinations.
….
Ministry of Railways have reviewed the existing rates of honorarium payable to various
functionaries engaged by RRBs in connection with holding of examinations. The rates of
honorarium payable to various functionaries have been revised as detailed hereunder:-
Functionary
Rates in (Rupees)
One session Two sessions Three sessions Norms for payment
Town-in450(850)
600(1000)
600(1000)
Remuneration for actual
Charge
session/day plus one day
payment of Rs. 400/- for
making arrangements etc.
Coordinating 300(700)
400(800)
450(850)
Remuneration for actual
Supervisor
session/day plus one day
payment of Rs. 400/- for
Assistant
Supervisor
Centre-incharge
210
300
375
250(500)
350(600)
450(700)
Invigilator
170
250
300
Group-D
Staff/Daily
wagers.
90
135
150
making arrangements etc.
Remuneration for actual
session/day of exam/test only.
Remuneration for actual
session/day plus one day
payment of Rs. 250/-n for
making arrangements etc.
Remuneration for actual
session/day of exam/test only.
Attached to Supervisor for
stitching/sealing and despatch
etc may be paid for actual day
of examination/test plus
payment @ Rs. 135/- for two
days.
Waterman may be paid for
actual session/day of exam/test
only.
Clerks
attached to
Supervisor
Director
Time
Keeper/Text
Checker
Official
members of
interview
committee
110(290)
180(360)
225(405)
Remuneration for actual
session/day of exam/test plus
two days payment @ Rs. 180/per day for making
arrangements and preparation
of accounts.
Rs. 160/- for the first dictation and Rs./ 80/- Remuneration for actual
for each subsequent dictation subject to a session/day of exam/test only.
maximum of Rs. 400/- per day.
Rs. 140/- per day of single session and Rs. Remuneration for actual
200/- per day for double session.
session/day of exam/test only.
Rs. 400/- per day of meeting of the
interview Board.
Setting of
Rs.10/- per question (Objective type)
question paper
Evaluation of Rs.10/- per script of Stenography test
Steno-graphy
scripts
When the official member
actually attends at the place at
which he/she has been
involved by the RRB to be
present.
Evaluation of Rs. 9/- per script of type test.
typing scripts.
1. The above rates will apply to all examinations conducted by RRBs viz. mass categories,
technical and others.
1. The revised rates would take effect from the date of issue of the order.
1. The above has the sanction of the President of India & issues with the concurrence of
Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.94/2005
Board’s letter No. E[P&A]II-2005/RS-15 dated 03-06-05 (RBE No.94/05)
Sub: Merger of Dearness Allowance equal to 50% of basic
pay with the basic pay w.e.f. 01-04-2004 – PNM/NFIR Item
No. 3/2005
***
The Staff side in the cited Agenda Item have stated that on some of the Zonal Railways,
the pay element for determining emoluments of Loco Inspectors for the purpose of computation
of their pensionary benefits is not being allowed on Dearness Pay admissible in terms of Board’s
letter No. PC-V/2004/A/DA/1 dated 11-03-2004.
2.
It is advised that the correct method for determining emoluments of Loco Inspectors / Sr.
Loco Inspectors, governed by the scheme contained in Board’s letter No. E[P&A]II-83/RS10[iv] dated 25-11-92, for computing their pensionary benefits with effect from 1-4-2004 is as
under:
Basic Pay [BP]
=
Rs.6,500
Dearness Pay [DP]
=
Rs.3,250 [50% of BP]
Pay element [@ 30%]
Emoluments
3.
=
=
Rs.2925 [on BP+DP]
Rs.12,675/-
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
Board’s letter No. 2005/H/28/1/RELHS/Cont. dated 24.6.2005
Sub: Clarification for joining RELHS – Contribution towards
Retired Employees Liberalized Health Scheme [RELHS-97]
Re-opened on 28-1-05.
Ref: Board’s letter No. 2003/H/28/1/RELHS dated 28-1-05.
***
In view of the clarification sought by Zonal Railways regarding contribution for joining Retired
Employees Liberalized Health Scheme [RELHS-97] for retired railway employees joining the
scheme after 28-1-05, it has been decided by Board that the contribution shall be calculated as
under:
Pre-96 retirees / Spouses of deceased employees:
i] Those who retired prior to 1-1- A sum equivalent to double the amount of revised basic
96 and will become member now pension after implementation of the V CPC
recommendations.
ii] Family pensioners
Iii] SRPF Optees
A sum equivalent to double the amount of their revised
normal family pension after implementation of the V
CPC recommendations.
A sum twice the amount of ex-gratia monthly payment
sanctioned on the basis of recommendation of V CPC
Post-96 retirees / Spouses of deceased employees:
i] Employees who retired after
1-96 but prior to 01-04-04
1- Revised last pay drawn of the employee [ after
implementation of V CPC scales]
ii]Family pensioner/ spouses of Revised last pay drawn of the employee [ after
the deceased Railway employees implementation of V CPC scales]
expired after
1-1-96 but prior to 01-04-04
iii]Employees who retired after 01- Last pay drawn of the employee plus Dearness Pay
04-04
iv]Family pensioner/spouses of the Last pay drawn of the employee plus Dearness Pay
deceased Railway employees
expired after
01-04-04
Members of RELHS who joined the scheme after 28-01-05 and have contributed more than the
requisite amount are entitled to claim reimbursement of the amount paid in excess or vice-versa.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.102/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2005/PM1/20 dated 17.6.05 (RBE No.102/05)
Sub Introduction of LDCE quota in the categories of OS-II scale
Rs.5500-9000 and Personnel Inspector scale Rs.6500-10500.
In terms of para 11 of instructions contained in this Ministry’s letter No.PC-III/2003/CRC/6
dt.09.10.2003, an element of direct recruitment to the extent of 20% of the posts in the categories
of Office Superintendent (OS) Gr.II in the pay scale of Rs.5500-9000, Personnel Inspector (PI)
in the scale of Rs.6500-10500 and Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) in the pay scale of
Rs.6500-10500, has been introduced to be filled through Railway Recruitment Boards. The staff
side in the PNM-NFIR and PNM-AIRF as also in the DC-JCM have represented that orders for
direct recruitment quota as introduced in the above categories may be revised. A suggestion has
also been made that instead of direct recruitment the posts may be filled by LDCE.
2.
The matter has been reviewed by the Ministry of Railways. In order to motivate the
serving graduates amongst ministerial staff at various levels in the Railways, it has been decided
to do away with direct recruitment as introduced in the categories of OS-II in the pay scale of
Rs.5500-9000 and Personnel Inspectors (PI) in the pay scale of Rs.6500-10500 and in lieu
introduce a Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) quota to the extent of 20%
of posts in these categories. However, direct recruitment of Graduates at the level of Sr.Clerk in
grade Rs.4500-7000 in Ministerial Cadre will continue.
3.
The LDCE as introduced above in the categories of OS-II and PI will be governed by the
following conditions:-
Eligibility criteria
i) Office Supdt. Gr.II: Serving ministerial staff of all departments (except Accounts & RPF)
possessing the qualification of graduation and fulfilling the following conditions will be eligible
to volunteer to appear in the LDCE.
Seven years’ regular service as Clerk in the pay scale of Rs.3050-4590 and Sr.Clerk in the pay
scale of Rs.4500-7000 put together.
OR
Three years’ regular service as Sr.Clerk in the pay scale of Rs.4500-7000.
OR
Three years’ regular service as Sr.Clerk in the pay scale of Rs.4500-7000 and Head Clerk in the
pay scale of Rs.5000-8000 put together.
ii) Personnel Inspectors (PI) in the pay scale of Rs.6500-10500: Serving Graduate Personnel
Inspectors with a minimum of three years regular service in grades Rs.5000-8000 and Rs.55009000 put together will be eligible to appear in the LDCE.
The procedure for holding LDCE
i)
The examination should be held combined for all departments for a Zonal
Railway/PU by Railway Recruitment Boards catering to Zonal Rlys/PUs as nominated for
conducting GDCE vide this Ministry’s letter No.E(RRB)2001/25/31 dated 8.8.2003. For this
purpose the Zonal Railway/PU should club vacancies of all Deptts./Units against this quota and
forward applications of eligible employees to RRB concerned as per procedure already being
followed by them for GDCE.
ii)
The selection shall consist of a written examination and assessment of service
record. While 85% weightage will be given to the performance in the written examination, 15%
weightage will be given to service records.
iii)
There will be one question paper each for OS-II examination and PI examination. It
should be of a standard as for direct recruitment to equivalent level of posts. The syllabus for
examinations for these posts is also enclosed as Annexure I (for OS II) and Annexure II (for PI).
iv)
The selection shall be based entirely on merit with reference to marks obtained by
the candidates in the written examination and service records. Subject to usual relaxation for
SC/ST staff those securing less than 60% in the aggregate will not be considered eligible for
inclusion in the panel. Further, the service records of only those candidates who secure a
minimum of 60% marks in the written examination shall be assessed.
v)
Based on (iv) above the RRB will furnish the panel of successful candidates in order
of merit, equal to the number of total vacancies intimated by the Zonal Railway/PU concerned.
While it will be preferable to post the successful candidates in their respective
Departments/Units, there is no bar to their being posted elsewhere if the number of successful
candidates does not match the number of already assessed vacancies in the respective Deptt./Unit
4.
Training of the successful candidates:- All such persons who are selected as OS II or PI
against LDCE quota will be required to undergo three months’ training in a Personnel Training
School followed by 15 days tour to other Zonal Railways/PUs etc. All such candidates will have
to successfully complete the training/course before they are put on a working post, for which a
prescribed examination at the end of the training course will be conducted. Exact modalities of
the training etc. will follow.
ANNEXURE I
Enclosure to Ministry of Railway’s letter No.E(NG)I-2005/PM1/20 dated 17.06.2005.
Syllabus for the post of OS Gr.II
1. Office procedure.
a)
Dak handling
b)
Maintenance of files
c)
Record keeping
d)
Maintenance of statistics.
1. Writing skill.
a)
Letter/DO writing
b)
Notifications.
c)
Note writing
d)
Speaking orders
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Award of works in works programme
Procedure for stores procurement
Railway Organizational structure
Railway Housing (Rly.Qtrs. Allotment) Policy
Uniform policy
Booking of Running staff and non-running travelling staff.
Discipline & Appeal rules and Conduct Rules.
Recognition of Trade Unions. Facilities to office bearers of recognised
unions/Associations. Dealing with Unrecognised unions/Associations.
9. Medical examination and facilities available to Railway employees.
10. Audit and Accounts narrative report. Draft Paras and their disposal
11. Cannons of financial propriety.
12. Classification of demands of grants.
13. Man-Power Planning
•
•
•
•
•
Vacancy Bank register
Creation of posts
Bench Marking
Supernumerary posts
Redeployment of surplus staff.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Pay and allowances
Pay Rules
Leave Rules
Railway Pension Rules
General Conditions of service
Hours of Employment Regulations.
Note: Questions set in the paper will be normally to assess the writing and analytical power of
the candidates w.r.t. various topics as above which circumscribe various ministerial staff. Efforts
should be not to tilt the balance in favour of one particular discipline.
ANNEXURE II
Enclosure to Ministry of Railway’s letter No.E(NG)I-2005/PM1/20 dated 17.06.2005.
Syllabus for the post of Personnel Inspector Gr.I
1. Writing skills
2. RLT Award & Hours of Employment regulations.
3. Welfare activities for Railway employees:
a)
Staff Benefit Fund
b)
School policy on railways
c)
Cultural activities
d)
Recreation Centres and Clubs
e)
Handicraft Centres.
f)
Canteens
g)
Co-operative Stores/societies
h)
Sports activities
i)
Scouts & guides
j)
Holiday Homes
1. Employment on Compassionate Grounds
2. Medical examination of Railway employees, Medical decategorisation and absorption of
medically decategorised staff.
3. Loan and Advances available to Railway employees
4. Man-Power Planning
•
•
•
•
Vacancy Bank Register
Bench Marking
Creation of posts
Supernumerary posts
•
Redeployment of surplus staff.
1. Uniform Policy
1. Eligibility of staff
2. Periodicity of supply of uniform
3. Procedure for change in classification
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Pay and allowances
Pass Rules
Railway Pension Rules
Leave Rules
Grievances Redressal Machinery
Recognition of Trade Unions Permanent Negotiation Machinery, Dealing with
unrecognized Unions/Associations, Facilities to Office bearers of Recognised
Unions/Associations.
7. General Conditions of service.
8. RELHS
Note: Questions set in the paper will be normally to assess the writing and analytical power of
the candidates w.r.t. various topics as above.
RBE No. 101/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)II/2004/RC-4/1
dated 17.06.05 (RBE No. 101/05)
Sub: Re-engagement of retired running staff on daily remuneration basis.
In view of the acute shortage of crew viz. Loco Pilots and Senior Assistant Loco Pilots
(Diesel/Elec)/Asst. Loco Pilots (Diesel/Elec.) and Guards, being faced by Zonal Railways and to
meet the increased loading target, Railway Board have decided to permit re-engagement of such
retired running staff who fulfill the following conditions:
a)
Such staff should not have availed of Safety related Retirement Scheme;
b)
Such staff should be examined for PME as per standard of A-1 (Aye-One) before reengagement.
c)
The above medical examination shall be conducted after every six months;
d)
They should be re-engaged with the personal approval of DRM under acute
administrative exigencies only and not as a matter of routine.
e)
Competent authority should satisfy himself of the track record of the ex-employee.
f)
In no case should a candidate engaged on a daily rate basis be more than 62 years
of age during the course of his engagement.
1. The rates of remuneration for such staff are being reviewed and will be advised shortly.
1. This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
4.
These orders will be in force till 31.3.2006.
RBE No.108/2005
Board’s letter No. .E(Sports)2005/Policy/2(S.posts) dated 27.6.05 (RBE No.108/05)
Sub: Out of turn promotion and recruitment of Sportspersons in
intermediate grades – Creation of supernumerary posts for.
As the Railways are aware instructions were issued vide this Ministry’s letter
No.E(NG)I/93/SR6/9 dated 30.11.1994 as modified/clarified vide letter dated 7.8.95 that special
supernumerary posts with matching surrender may be created for accommodating sportspersons
who are promoted on out of turn basis or are recruited on sports grounds in Intermediate grades
having no element of direct recruitment.
2.
It has been brought to the notice of this Ministry that these instructions are not being
followed on some of the Railways resulting in hardships to the employees promoted on out of
turn basis on sports account as also to existing employees in the cadre on account of such
promotion. The Board, accordingly desire that extant instructions regarding creation of
supernumerary posts for recruitment and out of turn promotion of sportspersons in Intermediate
grades having no element of direct recruitment should be scrupulously followed so that the staff
concerned do not suffer on this account. This may be brought to the notice of all concerned for
strict compliance.
RBE No.105/2005
Board’s letter No. . E(D&A)98/RG6-52 dated 23.6.05 (RBE No.105/05)
G.S.R. – In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to article 309 of the Constitution, the
President hereby makes the following rules further to amend the Railway Servants (Discipline
and Appeal) Rules, 1968, namely:-
1.
(1)
These rules may be called the Railway Servants (Discipline
and Appeal)(Second Amendment) Rules, 2005.
(2)
They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the official
Gazette.
1. In the Railway Servants (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1968, in Schedule III, after Note
2, the following shall be inserted, namely:-
“Note 3: Disciplinary powers of Principal Heads of Departments under this Schedule shall also
be exercised by Senior Executive Directors and Executive Directors who are in independent
charge, in Research, Designs and Standards Organisation; Coordinating Heads of Departments in
Senior Administrative Grade or by the Heads of Departments in Senior Administrative Grade
who are in independent charge, in Metro Railway, Kolkata, Central Organisation Railway
Electrification, Allahabad, Central Organisation for Modernization of Workshops, New Delhi;
and Chairman of respective Railway Recruitment Boards, in respect of officers in Junior scale
and Group B who are under their administrative control.”
Sd/[M.K. Agrawal]
Secretary/Railway Board
Foot Note: Principal rules were published in the Gazette of India vide Notification No.
E[D&A]66/RG6-9 dated 22nd August, 1968 in Part II, Section 3, Sub-Section [ii], vide number
S.O. No. 3181 dated the 14th September, 1968 and subsequently amended by –
Sl.No.Notification No.
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E(D&A)70 RG 6-63
E(D&A)70 RG 6-60
E(D&A)70 RG 6-41
E(D&A)70 RG 6-43
E(D&A)70 RG 6-52
E(D&A)70 RG 6-69
E(D&A)69 RG 6-60
E(D&A)71 RG 6-60
E(D&A)751 RG 6-35
E(D&A)77 RG 6-46
E(D&A)78 RG 6-54
Date
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Published in the Gazette of India Part
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8.5.1971
3.7.1971
6.11.1971
30.10.1971
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25.11.72
6.10.1973
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E(D&A)78 RG 6-61
E(D&A)79 RG 6-39
E(D&A)78 RG 6-11
E(D&A)81 RG 6-72
E(D&A)81 RG 6-63
E(D&A)81 RG 6-54
E(D&A)82 RG 6-29
E(D&A)83 RG 6-45
E(D&A)80 RG 6-25
E(D&A)85 RG 6-16
E(D&A)83 RG 6-14
E(D&A)87 RG 6-47
E(D&A)87 RG 6-146
E(D&A)88 RG 6-43
E(D&A)84 RG 6-44
E(D&A)88 RG 6-38
E(D&A)84 RG 6-44
E(D&A)90 RG 6-112
E(D&A)91 RG 6-42
E(D&A)90 RG 6-117
E(D&A)89 RG 6-80
E(D&A)90 RG 6-112
E(D&A)92 RG 6-148
E(D&A)92 RG 6-166
E(D&A)93 RG 6-94
E(D&A)95 RG 6-68
E(D&A)92 RG 6-151
E(D&A)94 RG 6-10
E(D&A)98 RG 6-42
E(D&A)2001 RG6-29
E(D&A)87 RG6-151
E(D&A)98 RG 6-52
E(D&A)2002/RG6-1
E[D&A)2004/RG6-30
E[D&A]2003/RG 6-33
E[D&A]2003/RG6-8
RBE No.104/2005
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30-10-2004
19-02-2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)III/2005/PN1/16 dated 23.6.05 (RBE No.104/05)
Sub: Grant of family pension to dependent parents – clarification regarding.
In terms of DOP&PW’s O.M.No.45/51/97-P&PW(E) dated 21st July,1999 circulated vide
Board’s letter No.F(E)III/98/PN1/4 dated 9.9.1999, admissibility of family pension to parents is
subject to the conditions, inter-alia, that parents were wholly dependent on the Government
servant when he/she was alive and that the Government servant has not left behind a
widow/widower, eligible son or daughter or a widowed/divorced daughter, who will have a prior
claim to family pension in the order indicated. Reiterating these stipulations, further
clarifications were issued vide Board’s letter No.F(E)III/98/PN1/4 dated 11.9.2000.
2.
In the wake of a Court case, the matter regarding admissibility of family pension to
dependent parents of the deceased Railway servants, whose spouse has either remarried or died
leaving behind no eligible child for grant of family pension, has been re-examined in Board’s
office in consultation with the Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare (DOP&PW). It is
accordingly clarified that parents of the deceased Railway servants/pensioners, who were wholly
dependent on the Railway servant/pensioner when he /she was alive, shall be eligible for family
pension if the spouse of the deceased Railway servant/pensioner dies or re-marries and no
children, who will have a prior claim for family pension have been left behind. The grant of
family pension to such parents shall, however, be subject to fulfillment of the income criterion
stipulated in Board’s letter No.F(E)III/98/PN1/4 dated 27.4.98.
3.
Past cases may also be considered for sanction of family pension subject to fulfilment of
all the conditions laid down in the scheme for grant of family pension to dependent parents.
Family pension shall be payable from 1.1.1998 or from the date it becomes due, whichever is
later.
RBE No.103/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/97/I/7/14 dated 18.6.05 (PC-V/457,RBE No.103/05)
Sub: Rates of Dearness Allowance in respect of Railway employees
of who have continued to draw their pay/emoluments in the
pre-revised scales of pay – effective from 1.1.2005 – regarding.
In continuation of Ministry of Railways letter of even number dated 16.3.2005 (S.No.PC-V/449,
RBE No.43/2005) revising the rate of Dearness Allowance w.e.f. 1.7.2004 in respect of Railway
servants who continue to draw their pay and emoluments in the pre-revised scale of pay, the
revised rate of Dearness Allowance w.e.f. 1.1.2005 would be as follows:Rates of Dearness Allowance
Date from which
payable
Pay up to Rs.3500
p.m.
Pay above Rs.3500 and up Pay above Rs.6000
to Rs.6000 p.m.
p.m.
1.1.2005
315%
237%(Rs.11060)
205%(Rs.14220)
NOTE: Amount within brackets represent the minimum amount payable per month as Dearness
Allowance to employees in the different pay ranges.
2.
All other conditions as laid down in the letter dated 16.11.2000 will continue to apply.
RBE No.109/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-III/2005/CRC/17 dated 28.6.05 ( RBE No.109/05)
Sub: Restructuring of certain Group ‘C’ & ‘D’ cadres.
One of the Railways has sought clarification whether Motor Vehicle Drivers may be given the
same percentage distribution as provided to Artisan staff in the recent restructuring.
In this context, it is advised that it had already been clarified vide Board’s letter No.E(P&A)I79/FE/4/2 dated 11.04.1980 that all the categories of Drivers of Motor Vehicles including Truck
Drivers, Road Roller Drivers, EOT Crane Drivers, Fork Lift Drivers, Tractor, Jeep, Ambulance
Drivers, Staff Car Drivers etc., whether working in the Workshops/sheds or in the Administrative
Establishments and who are subjected to the prescribed Trade Test for promotion, should be
classified as Artisan Staff. This had further been clarified vide Board’s letter No.PCIII/93/Misc./3 dated 21.2.1994. This position still holds good and it is clarified that Motor
Vehicle/Staff Car Drivers should be classified as Artisan Staff and percentage distribution as
prescribed for Artisan staff in Annexure’E’ of Board’s letter No.PC-III/2003/CRC/6 dated
09.10.2003 may be made applicable to all Motor Vehicle/Staff Car Drivers provided the prerevised percentages of the Artisan categories were applicable to these categories.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.106/2005
Board’s letter No. E(D&A)2005/RG 6-19 dated 24.6.05 (RBE No.106/05)
Sub: Disciplinary Authority in respect of Group B Railway officers
Officiating in Senior Scale.
It has come to the notice of this Ministry that disciplinary powers in respect of Group B officers,
officiating in Senior Scale, are being exercised by the authorities mentioned in Schedule III to
RS(D&A) Rules, 1968, by treating these officers as Group ‘B’ officers.
2.
The above procedure is not correct. In this connection, attention is invited to provisions
contained in Rule 7(3) of RS(D&A) Rules which clearly state that the Disciplinary Authority in
the case of a Railway servant officiating in a higher post, shall be determined with reference to
the officiating post held by him at the time of taking action. Thus, in terms of the above
provisions, the Disciplinary Authority in the case of a Group B officer officiating in Senior Scale
is required to be determined with reference to the officiating post (i.e. Senior scale) held by the
delinquent officer at the time of taking action. The delegation of powers under Schedule III has
to be read with the provisions in the main rules as brought out above and not in isolation.
3.
It may please be ensured that the correct procedure is followed in the above types of cases.
RBE No.112/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)III/2005/PN1/22 dated 5.7.05 (RBE No.112/05)
Sub: Furnishing the details of family in terms of Rule 75 (15) of Railway
Services (Pension) Rules,1993.
In terms of Rule 75(15) of Railway Services (Pension) Rules,1993, as soon as a railway servant
enters Railway service, he shall furnish details of his family in Form 6 to the Head of Office and
if he has no family, he shall furnish details in Form 6 as soon as he acquires a family. The Head
of Office shall keep Form 6 filled in by the non-gazetted railway servants in safe custody and
make necessary additions and alterations in the form on the basis of subsequent information
furnished by the Railway servant. In the case of gazetted railway servants, the Head of Office
shall pass on the details of family in Form 6 as also subsequent additions and alterations thereto,
to the Accounts Officer for updating the particulars and keeping the same in safe custody.
2.
It has been observed that above instructions are not being followed scrupulously by some
of the Zonal Railways which leads to difficulties while processing cases for grant of family
pension, particularly cases of death while in service. Recently, a case has come to the notice of
Board, wherein for want of records of the family of a former railway servant, family pension was
wrongly sanctioned to a person, impersonating himself as the son of a deceased railway servant
whereas the railway servant died as a bachelor. Board, therefore, desire that the Railway
Administrations should ensure that the procedure laid down in Rule 75(15) of the Pension Rules,
is followed strictly by the concerned Head of Office and Accounts Officer. The Railway
Servants appointed on or before 31.12.2003 and are governed by the Railway Services (Pension)
Rules 1993 should be advised to fill in Form 6, if not already filled in, and that it is their duty to
communicate to the Head of Office whenever any change takes place in the size of their family.
Copy of Board’s letter No. F[X]I-92/10/2 dated 27.6.05
Sub: Recovery of water charges from the Non-Gazetted
staff occupying Railway Quarters
The question of recovery of water charges from non-gazetted staff occupying railway quarters
had been under consideration of Board for some time past. Board have decided that while
Group ‘D’ staff may be exempted from paying water charges, in case of Group ‘C’ staff
occupying railway quarters and having the facility of piped water supply, water charges would
be recoverable at the following rates:
Type I
Rs.5/- per month
Type II
Type III
Rs.15/- per month
Rs.25/- per month
Type IV[For Group C]
Rs.35/- per month
Recovery from Officers [Group ‘A’ & ‘B’] will continue to be on the basis of extant instructions,
which, in no case should be less than the charges mentioned above.
These instructions will come into force from 01-07-2005.
RBE No.110/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)2003 QR1-6 dated 30.6.05 (RBE No.110/05)
Sub: Retention of Railway accommodation at the previous place of posting in favour of
officers/staff posted to new zones.
Pursuant to issue of instructions vide Board’s letter of even number dated 24.3.2005 on retention
of Railway accommodation on transfer/posting to new zones, queries have been received from
various Railway Units as to whether in the light of the fact that letter No.E(G)97 QR1-28 dated
2.9.2002 has been withdrawn, a Certificate of non-availability of accommodation at the new
place of posting would still be required for permitting retention of Railway quarter upto
31.3.2006 (permitted vide instructions dated 24.3.2005). In this regard it is clarified that the
instructions contained in Board’s letter dated 2.9.2002 although stand withdrawn vide letter
dated 24.3.2005, the special dispensation for retention of quarter continues to be effective till
31.3.2006. As such, so long as the special dispensation remains effective (i.e. 31.3.2006), the
conditions attached to the grant of such dispensation will also remain valid. In the
circumstances, for the purpose of grant of permission for retention of Railway accommodation at
the previous place of posting on posting to new Zones/Divisions in relaxation of the normal
rules, the Certificate required to be given by the SDGM of the new zone (as provided in the
instructions dated 2.9.2002), stating non-availability of Railway accommodation at the new place
of posting will be necessary. It is further clarified that the ground for grant of continued
retention at the previous place of posting is non-availability of Railway accommodation at the
new Zones/Divisions. Therefore in the event, allotment is offered to a Railway officer/staff at
the new place and he/she refuses to accept such allotment of accommodation, such refusal would
make the employee ineligible for retention of Railway accommodation at the old place of
posting.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.107/2005
Board’s letter No. E(GP)2000/2/84 dated 24.6.05 (RBE No.107/05)
Sub: Ad-hoc promotion of Private Secretaries in scale Rs.7500-12000
to scale Rs.8000-13500 (Group B).
***
Para 2.1 of Board’s letter No.2000/2/84 dated 25.07.01 states as follows:
“The posts in grade Rs.8000-13500 may be filled from amongst the Stenographers who are in
grade Rs.7500-12000 with minimum one year of non-fortuitous service in the grade and
volunteer for the post. Suitability for the post shall be assessed through personal interview and
assessment of record of service only, by the Additional General Manager. Those found suitable
will be appointed to the grade with the approval of General Manager. The selection for this post
will be processed by the Personnel Branch. Till such time candidates with minimum one year’s
non-fortuitous service in grade Rs.7500-12000 are available, the posts in grade Rs.8000-13500
may be operated in the lower grade of Rs.7500-12000”.
1. In modification of the above instructions, it has been decided by the Board that those
Private Secretaries in scale Rs.7500-12000 who have been appointed on adhoc basis
pending finalisation of the Recruitment Rules but through normal process of selection
consisting of written examination, viva-voce (including assessment of record of service),
may be considered for further adhoc promotion to the higher grade of Rs.8000-13500
provided they have rendered not less than two years of service in scale Rs.7500-12000
after due selection as referred to above.
3.0
The following course of action may be adopted for filling up the posts in scale
Rs.8000-13500 on adhoc basis:
i)
The selection will be based on seniority cum suitability.
ii)
Record of service/ACR dossier may be the basic input and last 5 ACRs may be
taken into account. In case 5 ACRs in the feeder grade of Rs.7500-12000 are not available,
ACRs in the next lower grade may be considered.
iii)
The DPC may consist of AGM and 2 other HODs including the CPO.
RBE No.113/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2004/CFP/8 dated 4.7.05 (RBE No.113/05)
Sub: Procedure for conducting typewriting test on computers.
1.
As the Railways are aware, in terms of extant procedure, in case of promotion from Group
D to Group C in the Ministerial cadre and promotion of Clerks as Sr.Clerks against
L.D.C.E./Graduate quota the employees are required to pass the typewriting test at the speed of
30 words per minute in English or 25 words per minute in Hindi within a period of two years of
their promotion on provisional basis.
2.
AIRF have raised a demand in the PNM with the Board that instead of requiring the
employees to pass the typewriting test, computer training should be imparted to them within one
year of selection. The matter has been considered carefully by the Ministry of Railways. While
it has not been found feasible to accept the demand regarding imparting of training, it has been
decided that instead of testing the typewriting skill on typewriters, the same may be tested on
Personal Computers (PCs) at the speed of 40 words per minute in English or 35 words per
minute in Hindi.
3.
The procedure for taking the test on PCs and its evaluation as detailed in the Annexure,
may be followed.
4.
In case of difficulty in conducting the Test on computers, the existing procedure
regarding conducting the Typewriting Test on Typewriters will remain in force.
ANNEXURE
[Encl: to Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2004/CFP/8 dated 4.7.05 ]
CONDUCTING OF TYPING PROFICIENCY TEST ON COMPUTERS (PC)- EVALUATION
ETC. -PROCEDURE FOR
(1) Candidates will be issued with a printed passage containing a minimum of 400 words or
2000 strokes in English or 350 words or 1750 strokes in Hindi. The passage may preferably be
the one being regularly used in the day-to-day office working like a D.O.letter, proposal for
creation of a post etc. The passage should indicate the number of strokes at the end of each line,
each para and at the end of the passage.
(2) The duration of the test will be 10 minutes subject to (3) below. Candidates will be required
to type the given passage on the computer in a word processing software within 10 minutes at the
rate of 40 words per minute for English or 35 words per minute for Hindi. To arrive at the
number of words typed by a candidate, 5 strokes which include spacing between words, shifting
for capital letter, should be treated as one word.
(3) Candidates will be given additional time to the extent of 5 minutes to format the typed
passage in the same way as it is in the supplied hand-out and to print the passage in the printer.
The following formatting features used in routine should be tested.
1. indenting of paragraphs
2. selected text in Bold
3. underline
4. italics
5. using different font type
6. using different font size.
7. Inserting of paragraph numbers
8. Center, left, right, justification
9. Setting of left/right margin
10. Line spacing of the passage, viz. Single, double.
(4) The test should carry 50 marks out of which 10 marks should be given to quality of the
formatting of final out-put and remaining 40 marks should be given to error-free printed
matter/passage.
(5) 10 features of formatting, as listed at Para (3) above, should be tested with 1 mark each for
every feature of formatting.
(6) There is no bar to candidates:
i] correcting the mistakes by use of editing tools while typing the passage; and
ii] repeating the passage within the allotted 10 minutes time if he has finished typing the passage
before time.
1. The speed, accuracy and mistakes should be evaluated as under:
i] for one omission/addition of word, one mark will be deducted
ii] for each spelling mistake, one mark will be deducted.
Note: Mistakes to the extent of 3% of the total number of works typed in the passage will only
be allowed. In case the mistakes exceed 3%, the matter should not be evaluated.
iii]In case of formatting features if the candidate carries out the formatting as per the specimen,
one mark each should be given. Otherwise, no marks should be given. Out of the 10arks for the
formatting features, a candidate should secure at least 6 marks to qualify.
iv] In order to qualify the Test the candidate should secure at least 6 out of 10 marks for
formatting features and a speed of 40 words per minute in English or 35 words per minute in
Hindi.
RBE No.114/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2004/PM 1/25 dated 6.7.05 (RBE No.114/05)
Sub: Amendment to IREM.
The Indian Railway Establishment Manual, Volume-I, 1989 Edition may be amended as per
Advanced Correction Slip No.173 enclosed.
Indian Railway Establishment Manual, Volume-I, 1989 Edition
Chapter-II, Section ‘B’
RULES GOVERNING PROMOTION OF GROUP ‘C’ STAFF
Advance Correction Slip No.173.
The following may be inserted as clause (iii) below Para 219(c):
“(iii). The question paper for the written test should have practical bias i.e. it should be designed
to test the ability of the candidates to tackle the practical problems they are likely to face rather
than their theoretical knowledge”.
RBE No.115/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A)II –2004/PLB-6 dated 12.7.05 (RBE No.115/05)
Sub: Payment of Productivity Linked Bonus to Apprentices –
PNM/NFIR Item No.46/2004.
The last sentence of Para 2 of Board’s letter of even number dated 14.1.2005 may be deleted.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
.
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2002/PM1/23 dated 11.7.05 .
Sub: Calculation of vacancies for ‘Non-selection’ posts.
Reference South Central Railway’s letter No.P(R )535/V dt.30.6.2005 on the above subject.
2.
Instructions providing for taking into account the vacancies anticipated to occur during the
next one year instead of six months in respect of Non-selection posts, promotion to which is
based on scrutiny of Record of Service/Confidential Reports were valid upto 30.6.2004. Since
the instructions have not been extended further, the same have automatically lapsed w.e.f.
1.7.2004.
RBE No. 122/2005
Board’s letter No.. F (E) III/2002/PNI/29 dated 20.07.2005 (RBE No. 122/2005.)
Sub: Implementation of Government’s decision on the recommendations of the
5th Central Pay Commission – Revision of pension of pre and post – 1986
pensioners/Family pensioners etc – Extension of date of submission of
application for revision of pension/family pension.
….
In continuation of Board’s letter No F(E)III/2002/PN1/29 dated 26.3.2004 extending the date of
submission of application for revision of pension/family pension of pre and post –1986
pension/family pensioners upto 30.09.2004, a copy of DOP&PW’s O.M. No.45/86/97-P&PW(A)
Part III dated 7.6.2005 extending the date of submission of application further upto 31st
December, 2005 is circulated for information and guidance . These instructions will apply
mutatis mutandis on the Railways also.
2.
DPO&PW’s O.M. No (1) 45/86/97-P&PW(A) Part IV dated 8.5.98, 30.11.l98 and
17.12.98 and O.M. No. 45/86/97/P&PW(A)-Part III dated 18.7.2001, 2.4.2002, 26./3.2003 and
15.3.2004 were circulated /adopted on the Railways vide Board’s letters No.F(E)III/98/PN1/11
dated 5.6.98,23.12.98, F(E)III/98/PN1/29 dated 15.1.99 and letters No.F(E)III/2000/PN1/61
dated 23.8.2001 and F(E)III/2002/PN1/29 dated 3.9.2002, 24.4.2003 and 26.3.2004 respectively.
Copy of DOP&PW’s O.M. No.45/86/97-P&PW(A) Part III dated 7.6.2005
Sub: Implementation of Government’s decision on the
Recommendations of the 5th Central Pay Compassion –
Revision of Pension of pre and post –1986 pension/family
pensioners etc – Extension of date of submission of
application for revision of Pension/Family pension.
….
The undersigned is directed to refer to this Department’s OM of even number dated 15.-3.2004
extending the date of submission of applications for revision of pension/family pension of pre1986 pension/family pensioners upto 30.09.2004. Representations have been received in this
department for extending the date for submission of applications beyond 30.09.2004. The matter
has been considered in this department and it has been decided to extend the date of submission
of application for revision of pension/family pension in such cases upto 31.12.2005. However,
Defence civilian pensioners will continue to be governed by orders issued by the Ministry of
Defence.
2.
Similarly it has also been decided to extend the date of submission of applications for
revision of pension/family pension with reference to this department’s OM No.(1) 45/86/97P&PW(A)-Part IV dated 08.05.1998 read with OM dated 30.11.1998 and dated 17.12.1998 for
submission of applications by the pensioners covered under these OM upto 31.12.2005.
3.
Ministry of Agriculture etc are requested to bring the contents of these orders to the
notice of Departments/Controller of Accounts, Pay and Accounts Officer and attached and
Subordinate Offices under them on top priority basis. All Pension Disbursing Authorities are also
advised to prominently display these orders on their notice boards for the benefit of the
pensioners/family pensioners.
RBE No.119/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)II/2004/RC-4/SC/2 dated 19.7.05 (RBE No.119/05)
Sub: Filling up of posts in Para- medical categories in Group ‘C’ on
contract basis.
In view of the shortage of Para-medical staff being faced by Zonal Railways, Ministry of
Railways (Railway Board) have decided to permit filling up of posts in Para-medical categories
in Group C on contract basis, on the following terms and conditions.
i)
These engagements should be done with the personal and prior approval of the
General Manager subject to fulfillment of eligibility and other conditions governing such
engagements:
ii)
Educational qualifications and Age Limit of such contract engagements should be
in accordance with those prescribed for direct recruitment;
iii)
These contract engagements should be made against clear vacancies for a
maximum period of one year or up to 31.7.2006 or availability of a regular selected candidate,
which ever is earliest;
iv)
Such engagements should be made by inviting applications and screening by a
selection committee of Senior Scale/JAG Officers;
v)
Representation of SC/ST and OBC categories as per vacancies reserved for them
should be ensured as per the guidelines inforce.
2.
It should be a full time contract and their remuneration should be on monthly basis as
given hereunder:
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)
v)
vi)
vii)
viii)
ix)
x)
3.
Posts in Scale (Rs.)
Rate of remuneration
2610-3540
2650-4000
2750-4400
3200-4900
4000-6000
4500-7000
5000-8000
5500-9000
6500-10500
7450-11500
Per month (consolidated)
Rs.4,581/Rs.4,651/Rs.4,826/Rs.5,616/Rs.7,020/Rs.7,898/Rs.8,775/Rs.9,653/Rs.11,408/Rs.13,075/-
This scheme is being launched on an experimental basis and will be valid till 31.7.2006.
4.
The provisions for engaging retired staff and for engaging Substitutes in Para- medical
categories stand withdrawn till further orders.
1. This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.117/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2004/PM5/8 dated 14.7.05 (RBE No.117/05)
Sub: Avenue of promotion of Artisan staff in Works Department to the
posts of Junior Engineer (Works) II.
….
In terms of para 145 of IREM, Vol. I, 1989 Edition , posts in the category of JE(Works)II in the
pay scale of Rs. 5000-8000 are filled up as under:-
i)
67.5% by direct recruitment through RRBs.
ii)
7.5% by Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) from
amongst Supervisor (Works) in grade Rs.4500-7000 (RSRP) having the
minimum qualification prescribed for direct recruitment, the short fall, if
any , being added to (i) above; and
iii)
25% by promotion by selection of supervisor (Works) in grade Rs. 4500-
7000 (RSRP).
2.
Consequent upon the upgradation of the posts of Supervisors (Works) which earlier used
to be filled up by promotion by seniority cum-suitability from amongst the Skilled Artisans
Grade-I (re-designated as Technicians(Trade) Grade-I), as Junior Engineer (Works) II in terms
of this Ministry’s letter No.PC-III/2003/CRC/6 dated 9.10.2003 instructions for filling up of 25%
promotion quota posts of JE-II in all Departments including JE(Works)II as referred to in para
1(iii) above were issued vide this Ministry’s letter No.E(NG)I-99/PM7/3 dated 22.2.2005
stipulating inter-alia that the posts of JE-II earmarked for promotion by selection (hitherto from
amongst Mistries) will be filled from amongst Sr. Technicians in the pay scale of Rs. 5000-8000
subject to the condition that the existing Technicians Gr.I as may be senior to those fitted as Sr.
Technicians as per procedure in force till 22.2.2005 will also be considered for selection for
promotion as JE-II.
1. The Federation in the PNM-NFIR have represented for improvement in the avenue of
promotion of Artisan staff subsequent to the upgradation of the posts of erstwhile
Supervisors as JE-II. The matter has been carefully considered by the Board and it has
been decided that the LDCE quota of 7.5% as referred to in para 1(ii) above hitherto
earmarked for promotion of Supervisor (Works) possessing the qualifications of direct
recruitment may be increased to 10% and filled from amongst the skilled staff of Works
Branch possessing the qualifications prescribed for recruitment as JE(Works) II and
having three years service in the Skilled grades. As a consequence to this posts of Junior
Engineer (Works)II in the pay scale of Rs. 5000-8000 will henceforth be filled as under:-
i)
65% by direct recruitment through Railway Recruitment Board.
ii)
10% by Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) from
amongst Skilled Artisans with three years service in Skilled grades and
having the minimum educational qualification prescribed for direct recruitment as JE(Works)II,
the short fall, if any, being added to (i) above; and
iii)
25% by promotion by selection of Sr. Technicians in Grade Rs. 5000-8000
subject to the condition that the existing Technicians grade-I as may be senior to those fitted as
Sr. Technicians as per procedure in force prior to issue of instructions contained in this
Ministry’s letter No.E(NG)1-99/PM7/3 dated 22.2.2005 will also be considered for selection for
promotion as JE(Works)II.
1. The Indian Railway Establishment Manual, Vol .I 1989 Edition is accordingly amended
as in the ACS No. 174 enclosed.
INDIAN RAILWAY ESTABLISHMENT MANUAL VOLI, 1989 EDITION.
ADVANCE CORRECTION SLIP NO.174.
Chapter 1 Section ‘B’ Sub-Section-III containing rules regarding Recruitment Training etc.
Substitute the following for the existing clauses (i)(ii) & (iii_) under para (1) of para 145:i)
65% by direct recruitment through Railway Recruitment Boards.
ii)
10% by Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) from
amongst Skilled Artisans with three years service in Skilled grades
and having the minimum educational qualification prescribed for direct recruitment as JE
(Works)II; the short fall, if any, being added to (i) above; and
iii)
25% by promotion by selection of Sr. Technicians in grade Rs. 5000-8000.
(Authority: Railway Board’s letters No. E(NG)I/99/PM7/3 dt. L22.2.2005 &
E(NG)I/2004/PM5/8 dated 14.7.2005).
RBE No.121/2005
.
Board’s letter No. . E(NG)II/96/RR-1/62 dated 18.7.05 (RBE No.121/2005)
Sub: Procedure for recruitment of Group ‘D’ staff on Indian Railways.
In terms of instructions contained in this Ministry’s letter No.99/E(RRB)/25/11 dated
27.11.2001, recruitment to Group ‘D’ in the Railways were to be done through Railway
Recruitment Boards. Detailed guidelines/procedure for such recruitment were circulated under
this Ministry’s letter No.E(RRB)2004/33/2 dated 10.8.2004 (RBE No.178/2004). In the light of
Hon’ble MR’s directions as also announcement made by him in his Budget (Railway) Speech for
2005-06, the issue has been reviewed and it has been decided by Ministry of Railways (Railway
Board) that recruitment to all Group ‘D’ posts will henceforth be done directly by the Zonal
Railways.
2.
It is also clarified that indents from Zonal Railways/Production Units and other units on
which action has been initiated by way of issue of Employment Notice, the recruitment shall be
completed by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) concerned and the uninitiated indents shall
be sent back to the concerned Zonal Railway/Production Unit etc.
3.
A ‘Recruitment Cell’ should be created in the Headquarters Office for handling this
work. The Cell would be headed by Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment ) in JA grade
or Selection grade and Assistant Personnel Officer (Recruitment) along with Group ‘C’ and
Group ‘D’ staff. Necessary creation/sanction for these posts may be done by General Manager
under his own powers. No posts should be created in categories where there are
surplus/supernumerary posts in the Headquarters Office.
4.
General Managers may delegate powers to Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment)
to ensure smooth functioning.
5.
Broad guidelines for recruitment to Group ‘D’ posts are enclosed as Annexure-I.
However, in case any further clarification is required, the Railways may consult
Chairman/Railway Recruitment Boards and Manual for Railway Recruitment Boards, 2000
published by the Railway Board. Certain shortcomings, which have been noticed in Railway
Recruitment Board’s selections, have been listed out at Annexure II. These may be guarded
against in the selections to be done through this scheme.
6.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways
(Railway Board.).
ANNEXURE-I
Enclosure to Ministry of Railway’s letter No. E(NG)II/96/RR-1/62 dated 18.7.05
GUIDELINES FOR RECUIRTMENT OF GROUP ‘D’ STAFF BY RAILWAY
ADMINISTRATION.
1. RECRUITMENT UNIT:
1.1
Unit of recruitment shall be a Zonal Railway. Requirement of all
Divisions/Workshops/Production Units and other organizations falling within the territorial
jurisdiction of the Zonal Railway will be clubbed together for the purpose of recruitment.
1. PERIODICITY OF RECRUITMENT:
2.1
Recruitment shall be done at intervals of two years.
2.2
Vacancies shall be counted as those existing on 1st January or 1st July of the year of
recruitment plus those anticipated over the next two years. The number of posts to be filled up
should be got vetted by Associate Finance.
3.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
3.1
The educational qualification for recruitment to all posts in Group ‘D’ in the Railways
shall be Class 8th passed, as already stipulated in Ministry of Railway’s letter
No.E(NG)II/98/RR-1/107 dated 4.12.1998.
3.2
The age limits for recruitment shall be as per extant instructions, with relaxation for
specified categories as admissible under specific orders issued by the Ministry of Railway’s from
time to time.
4.0
EMPLOYMENT NOTICE:
4.1
A detailed Employment Notice shall be published in leading local newspapers and an
‘Indicative Notice’ be published in the Employment News/Rozgar Samachar and national
newspapers giving reference of the advertisement given in the local newspapers. A detailed
vacancy notification shall also be sent to the nearby Employment Exchanges and recognized
associations of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. A copy of the Employment Notice shall
be supplied to the Resettlement Directorate of the Ministry of Defence and the Rajya and Zila
Sainik Boards for the purpose of employment of ex-servicemen by the Railway Administrations.
Copies of the notice should also be exhibited on Notice Boards outside railway offices situated in
the area of recruitment.
4.2
Whereas an indicative notification shall be published in the Employment News/Rozgar
Samachar and national newspapers, a detailed notification shall be advertised in the local dailies
giving the following details.
a)
Recruitment Unit
b)
Name and number of posts for which recruitment is to be conducted along with
reservation details.
c)
Qualification.
d)
Age limits, including relaxation provisions.
e)
Scale of pay.
f)
Names of the Divisions/Workshops/Production Units/other Organizations for
which recruitment is being held.
g)
Examination Fees.
h)
Procedure for submission of applications.
i)
Closing date for submission of applications.
j)
Choice of language for question paper (Hindi, English or regional (official)
language(s) as specified in the VIII Schedule of the Constitution of India, prevalent in the
Division/Workshop/Production Unit/Other Units for which recruitment is being made. Question
paper shall be set in Hindi, English and the regional language(s).
k)
Physical Efficiency Test standards.
l)
Medical test standards.
m)
Railways right to hold additional/supplementary examination or re-examination for
all or some of the candidates.
n)
5.0
Any other relevant information.
HOW TO APPLY.
5.1
Candidates shall apply on plain paper, as per format indicated in the employment notice,
directly to Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment). Fees may be charged @ Rs.40/-(forty
only) per candidate. However, no fee is to be charged from candidates belonging to SC/ST
categories. In his/her application, the candidate should mention the recruitment unit & posts
applied for . Candidates should be asked to give option (maximum three) in order of preference
for the Divisions/Workshops/Production Units/Other Organizations etc. within the territorial
jurisdiction of the Zone. If a combined examination is being held for more than one category of
Group ‘D’ post then the candidate should specify his preference for the posts also. No change of
options shall be permitted at any stage subsequently.
6.0
PRE-EXAMINATION PROCEDURE:
6.1
Each recruitment shall be conducted under the overall supervision of Deputy Chief
Personnel Officer (Recruitment).
6.2
Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment ) shall have the discretionary powers
(delegated by General Manager) in matters relating to issues like outsourcing of work viz. Data
entry work, preparation of lists, despatch of call letters, printing of question papers etc. and shall
be responsible for overseeing the selection process (pre-examination as well as post
examination). He/she shall have the right to reject any application, the reasons for which would
have to be recorded on the application. Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment) may
requisition the assistance of Division(s) Workshops etc. for conduct of the examination as is
done at present also.
6.3
Applications are to be called against vacancies of various categories by issue of
notification etc. as specified in para 4 above. Only one application should be submitted even if
the candidate wishes to be considered for more than one category of posts. Applications so
received are to be sent to the nominated agency for processing of applications as also for
dispatch of the Call Letters.
6.4
Simultaneous preparations will be made for conducting examination in various towns.
Depending upon the number of applications received, Divisions/Workshops etc. will be
approached by Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment) to hire examination centres
(Schools and colleges) to conduct the written examination.
6.5
A Town In-charge (JA grade officer) for each town will be nominated by the
GM/AGM of the Railway. In addition, an overall In-charge for a Division (normally ADRM)
for the towns falling in the territorial jurisdiction of the Division will be nominated by the
GM/AGM.
6.6
Question Paper will be set by Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment) and sent to
Private Agencies (Specialized in confidential printing) for printing. Such agencies should be of
good reputation and proven integrity and proof of having conducted similar jobs for RRBs, JEE,
CAT etc.
6.7
Duplicate type OMR sheets shall be procured from the printer (specialized in such
printing) in which answers to questions are to be given by the candidates.
6.8
Question paper shall be printed with questions jumbled in four to five series. Sealed
Question Papers (town and centre wise) be delivered by the Agency to Deputy Chief Personnel
Officer (Recruitment) in sealed packets/boxes which shall be distributed to respective Town Incharges where examination is to be held or alternately by the Agency directly to the Town Incharges as may be decided in advance.
6.9
Name, Father’s name, address and community of each candidate should be entered in a
computer database along with any other information considered relevant.
6.10 Roll Numbers may be generated on the computer and call letters should also be
generated through Computers. Call letters should be posted under certificate of posting, at least
one month prior to the date of examination.
6.11 Instructions to candidates containing detailed guidelines on how to fill the answers, roll
numbers etc. and a sample OMR (Optical Mark Reader) answer sheet printed on a plain paper
should be enclosed with the call letter.
7.0
SELECTION PROCEDURE;
7.1
The selection shall consist of a Written Test followed by Physical Efficiency Test and
Medical Examination.
7.2
Question paper for the Written Test shall be based on Class 8th standard consisting of
150 multiple choice (four) objective type questions aimed to assess general
knowledge/awareness, mathematics and reasoning etc. No question shall be asked for checking
proficiency in language. Question paper should be entirely objective and shall be printed in
Hindi, English and regional language(s). The duration of the Written Test shall be 2(two) hours.
7.3
Answer scripts shall be readable on Optical Mark Reader (OMR) and evaluation of
answer scripts shall be on computers. After the examination, original OMR sheets will be sent to
the Evaluating Agency (identity of which is known only to Deputy Chief Personnel Officer
(Recruitment). Duplicate OMR sheets will be kept in the custody of GM/AGM.
7.4
Result of Written Examination will be declared based on the Evaluation Agency’s
Report and scrutiny of the records. Minimum pass marks will be 40% for General candidates,
30% for SC/ST and OBC candidates. In order to eliminate the advantage of guesswork, one
mark shall be deducted for three wrong answers (assuming choice of answers in objective type
question papers is four in each question). Result of written examination should be tabulated in
order of merit of candidates. While preparing the merit list of the written test, due care should be
taken to ensure adequate availability of candidates to meet the requirement of reservations
prescribed for SC, ST and OBC.
7.5
Candidates to the extent of 10(Ten) times the number of vacancies in order of merit out
of those who have obtained the prescribed minimum pass marks in the written test as in para 7.4
above will be called for being subjected to PET as per standards mentioned in para 7.6 below.
Candidates will be called for PET in order of merit separately for each group of General, SC, ST
and OBC. Applications of all candidates to be called for PET should be scrutinized carefully in
order to check their eligibility.
7.6
PET should be of the standard prescribed vide letter No.99/E(RRB)/25/11 dated
4.9.2002. It will be ONLY a qualifying test. Physical Efficiency Test should be video recorded.
Passing of PET is mandatory. Result of PET will be declared on the same day.
7.7
PET shall be supervised by different teams at different places of three Assistant Officers
nominated by Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment), one of whom should be a medical
officer. One of these three officers will be nominated as the Convener. List of candidates
qualifying in the PET will be displayed on the Notice Board after finalization of the result on that
day. Officers conducting the PET shall advise the result of the test to Deputy Chief Personnel
Officer (Recruitment) immediately after completing the tests. Convener of the Committee shall
be the final authority for deciding then and there, any dispute/representation preferred during the
course of PET.
7.8
Medical examination of the candidates who have passed the written examination and
PET shall be done before their empanelment. Accordingly, only those who have passed the
medical examination will be included in the final merit list.
7.9
Existing provisions of verification of the original educational/caste certificate(s) and
other relevant documents of the candidates, mentioned in Para 6 of Board’s letter
No.99/E(RRB)/25/2 dated 18.3.99, will be applicable.
7.10. Panel shall be formed by Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment) for the entire
Zonal Railway on the basis of merit of the candidates in the Written Test and their qualifying the
PET and Medical Examination. Thereafter, Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment) shall
allot each successful candidate the Division/Unit after taking into account his merit position and
preference of Division/Unit etc.
7.11 Currency of the panel shall be for a period of two years from the date of publication.
General Manager may extend the life of the panel by one year in case of administrative
exigencies.
8.0
8.1
Budget requirement:
Expenses for a Group ‘D’ recruitment shall be calculated on the basis of the table below:
Advertisement for calling applications
Processing of Applications and dispatch of
Call letters
Seating arrangement for conducting Written
Test
OMR Answer Sheets
Question Paper
Evaluation of Answer Sheets
Vehicle
Rs.4,00,000
Rs.12/- per application
Rs.4/- per seat
Rs.2.5/- per set
Rs.20/- per set
Rs.2.5/- per set
Rs.1000/- per vehicle per day.
9.0
Financial Powers of Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment):
9.1
For the purpose of incurring expenditure, the same procedure as was adopted by Railway
Recruitment Boards prior to issue of these orders should be followed.
9.2
Accounts officer for each Recruitment Cell will be the FA & CAO of the Railway or the
Accounts Officer nominated by him.
9.3
Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment) is authorised to draw the required
amount in cash from the concerned Accounts Officer/Chief Cashier after giving a certificate that
the amount is required in connection with the recruitment for Group ‘D’ posts for which funds
are available with him.
9.4.
Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment) will arrange payment to the
coordinating supervisors of the centers to meet the expenditure connected with the conduct of
examination.
9.5
Accountal of Expenditure: The Pay Order in favour of Deputy Chief Personnel Officer
(Recruitment) will be passed by debiting “Miscellaneous Advance Revenue– Recruitment Cell”.
On receipt and verification of all the vouchers in support of the exendititure incurred by Deputy
Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment), the amount of advance standing as debit to
Miscellaneous Advance Revenue (Recruitment Cell) will be cleared by debiting to the
appropriate final head’
9.6.
It is to be ensured that all vouchers & other documents required for the accountal of the
amounts drawn in advance are kept in safe custody of Deputy Chief Personnel Officer
(Recruitment) and submitted to the FA & CAO/Accounts Officer nominated by FA & CAO
promptly and positively within one month of the drawal of the Advance.
9.7
For expenditure incurred for confidential work, only a declaration by Deputy Chief
Personnel Officer (Recruitment) stating that the amount of expenditure incurred on confidential
work, shall be treated as a valid voucher for submission to Accounts Office. For this purpose,
confidential work would be processing of application forms & related data; setting, printing &
supply of question papers and answer sheets; evaluation of answer sheets, processing of results
etc. or any other activity the disclosure of which (names/addresses of the persons or agency)
may lead to malpractices and influence the conduct of free and fair recruitment. The original
bills /vouchers related to confidential work will be retained in the custody of Deputy Chief
Personnel Officer (Recruitment) for the period of their codal life.
9.8
A separate accommodation of office with sufficient secured storage space with
necessary lockers and furniture should be made available to the Deputy Chief Personnel Officer
(Recruitment) and the Cell under him.
9.9
Since the exercise involves movement of highly sensitive and confidential material,
adequate transport facilities should be made available.
9.10 Communication facilities including Railway and MTNL/BSNL Telephones with STD
facilities, both in office and residence of the Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment), Fax
facility, internet connection, web-site, Mobile telephones and adequate number of Computers
with all peripherals and LAN shall have to be provided.
ANNEXURE-II.
Enclosure to Ministry of Railway’s letter No.E(NG)-II/96/RR-1/62 dated 18.07.2005.
SHORTCOMINGS TO BE GUARDED AGAINST BY DEPTY CPO (RECTT). WHILE
RESORTING TO GROUP ‘D’ RECTT.
Some of the pitfalls which may lead to major problems and, therefore, need to be kept in mind
and guarded against are:
1. Ambiguous and incomplete Employment Notice including format of the application
form.
2. Selection of pre and post examination & printing agencies without adequate care.
3. Fixing of unsuitable dates for examination that conflict with other major examinations,
festival season, social functions, adverse local weather conditions etc.
4. Not arranging adequate funds in advance.
5. Poor or lack of co-ordination with the agencies that can lead to inaccuracies in call letters
etc.
6. Inadequate arrangements at inquiry window for the candidates before the examination.
7. Inadequate/ambiguous Directions to Divisions and examination centers.
8. Late setting up of question papers and inadequate/confusing directions to printer
regarding delivery.
9. Failing to hand over confidential material to the concerned personnel in time.
Distribution of wrong material in cases of written examination of more than one category
on same date.
10. Leakage of question paper before examination.
The above list is only indicative and is not exhaustive. Deputy Chief Personnel Officer
(Recruitment) has to be a person with sufficient experience and skill to guard against these
pitfalls.
RBE No.120/2005
Board’s letter No. E(D&A)2005/RG 6-23 dated 18.7.05 (RBE No.120/05)
Sub: Exercise of disciplinary powers in respect of railway servant
transferred from one Railway/Division to another Railway/
Division or Unit etc. – Clarification regarding.
A case has come to the notice of this Ministry where disciplinary proceedings against a Railway
officer working in Railway Claims Tribunal was instituted by the General Manager of the parent
Railway because the alleged misconduct was committed by the officer while working on the
Zonal Railway. The exercise of disciplinary powers as above was not correct because at the time
of taking disciplinary action the concerned officer was working under the control of the
Chairman, Railway Claims Tribunal who has also been vested with the disciplinary powers in
respect of staff/officers working in the Railway Claims Tribunal, in terms of Notification bearing
No.GSR 845/E dated 19.9.1989. Since the disciplinary proceedings had been instituted by an
authority who was not competent to do so, the proceedings against the concerned officer had to
be dropped subsequently.
2.
In this connection, attention is invited to instructions contained in Board’s letter
No.E(D&A)60/RG 6-30 dated 28.7.1962 read with their letters No.E(D&A)65/RG 6-6 dated
1.3.1967 and No.E(D&A)72/RG 6-13 dated 16.10.1973 wherein it had, inter-alia, been laid
down that it would be procedurally wrong for an authority to initiate and finalise the disciplinary
proceedings against an employee who is not under its administrative control. These instructions
also deal with the situations where a Railway servant commits an offence while working in one
Railway administration but the same comes to light only after his transfer to another Railway
administration or another division and it comes necessary to take disciplinary action against him
for the offence. Disciplinary action in such cases should be taken by the Railway/Division on
which the person concerned might be working at the time of taking disciplinary action in
consultation with the Railway/Division where the offence was committed. The consultation with
the parent Railway however, would be limited to obtaining the relevant information/documents
which may be required for processing the disciplinary action. In a rare case where it is
considered necessary that action should be taken by the Railway/ Division where the offence was
committed, the Railway servant concerned should be transferred to that Railway/Division which
should thereafter only initiate and finalize the disciplinary action. In other words, disciplinary
action by an authority in the parent Railway should be taken only after the Railway servant
concerned has been brought under the administrative control of the authority proposing to take
action.
3.
Further, Rule 15 of RS(D&A) Rules, 1968 specifically provides about the course of action
to be taken in respect of Railway employees who are on deputation to Central/State/Local
Government or other authority. Similarly, Rule 16 makes provision about officers on deputation
from other Central/State Governments etc. to the Railways. Roles of Lending Authority and the
Borrowing Authority have been clearly specified in these rules. Provisions contained in these
Rules should be kept in view while initiating disciplinary proceedings against the Railway
employees on deputation to other departments, etc. or employees belonging to other departments
taken on deputation to the Railways.
The above instructions may please be brought to the notice of all concerned authorities for their
guidance and compliance and it may be impressed upon them that they should carefully ascertain
their jurisdiction before instituting disciplinary proceedings in a case so that the unfortunate type
of situation as has occurred in the case referred to in Para 1 above, could be avoided.
RBE No.118/2005
Board’s letter No.97-E(SCT)I/25/4 dated 18.7.2005( RBE No.118/2005)
Sub: Regarding reservation in a single post cadre.
Ref : Board’s letter No.97-E(SCT)I/25/4 dt. 11.1.2002.
…
It has since been decided that reservation will not apply to single post cadre. Accordingly,
promotions made on ad hoc basis without applying reservation in terms of this Ministry’s letter
of even No. dated 11.1.2002 may now be regularized subject to the condition that such
promotions were made after following due process of selection or non-selection, as the case may
be. Otherwise promotions may now be made on regular basis without applying reservation.
Necessary action may be taken accordingly.
RBE No.126/2005
Copy of Board’s letter No. E(NG)II/94/RR-1/29 dated 02-08-05 ( RBE No.126/2005)
Sub: Upper age limit for direct recruitment to Group ‘C’ & ‘D’
posts on the Railways.
Ref: Board’s letter of even number dated 09-09-04 (RBE No.199/04).
***
Attention is invited to this Ministry’s letter under reference vide which the currency of the
relaxation contained in letter of even number dated 10.5.99 (RBE No.99/99) was extended for a
period of one year i.e. upto 03.08.2005.
The matter has been reviewed and it has now been decided that the relaxation of 03 (three)
years above the prescribed upper age limit for recruitment to Group ‘C’ & ‘D’ posts including
engagement of Substitutes stands withdrawn w.e.f. 04.08.2005.
RBE No.123/2005
Board’s letter No. E[D&A]2004/RG6-37 dated 29-07-2005 (RBE No.123/2005)
Sub: Promotion and grant of consequential benefits to Railway servants who are considered for
promotion during the pendency of departmental / criminal proceeding and are found suitable and
are also subsequently exonerated / acquitted.
****
Attention is invited to para 3.5 of Board’s letter No. E[D&A]92/RG6-149 [A]
dated 21-01-93 which deals with the situation where the disciplinary / criminal proceedings etc.
against a non-gazetted railway servant, for whom vacancy had been reserved, is finalised and he
is exonerated / acquitted in the proceedings.
2.
Para 3.5 referred to above inter-alia provides that, on exoneration or acquittal in the
disciplinary / criminal proceedings, the railway servant may be empanelled, enlisted and
promoted in his turn. His pay on promotion should be fixed by allowing the intervening period
during which he could not be promoted due to pendency of disciplinary / criminal proceedings
etc., to be counted for increments in the higher grade. It further states that the promoting
authority will also have to consider the case of the railway servant concerned for grant of arrears
of pay with reference to notional promotion given to him and where the promoting authority
denies arrears of salary or part of it, it will have to record its reasons for doing so.
2.1 Similar provisions also exist in respect of gazetted Railway servant in para 3 of Board’s
letter No. E[D&A]92/RG6-149 [B] dated 21-01-93.
3.
As desired by the staff side, in the Departmental Council meeting under the JCM Scheme
held recently, the above provisions, especially those relating to grant of arrears with reference to
notional promotion, are reiterated to the railways. The Railway administrations may please take
necessary action to give wide publicity to the above provisions.
RBE No. 127/2005
Board’s letter No. E[NG]II/98/RC-1/64/Pt. dated 04-08-05[ RBE No. 127/05]
Sub: Appointment on compassionate grounds – Special Drive to clear the backlog and holding of
“Adalat for Pending Compassionate Appointment Cases”.
Hon’ble Minister for Railways in a recent meeting has expressed his concern over the large
number of pending compassionate ground appointment cases as also the large number of
representations being received in Railway Board’s office from different quarters regarding the
delay taking place in finalization of such cases on the Zonal Railways. It has also been observed
that in many cases wherein compassionate ground appointments could have been easily
considered as per extant rules, the same was not given for years together resulting in such
references being made and dealt at the Railway Board’s level. In Board’s letter of even number
dated 30-07-02, railways have already been advised that the compassionate ground cases should
be monitored by Sr.DPO at the Divisional level and the CPO at the Headquarters level. There is
however, an urgent need to give far more focused attention in resolving such pending / current
cases with speed, to alleviate the suffering of such families.
2.
Hon’ble Minister for Railways has stressed upon the need for personal attention to be paid
by the General Managers for timely and expeditious disposal of such cases. It has, therefore,
been decided to launch a “Special Drive to clear the backlog CG Appointment Cases” so as to
ensure that all such cases are finalized latest by 15th Sept. 2005. The position of pending cases as
on 01-08-2005 should be sent immediately to this office. A progress report should be sent
thereafter every fortnight.
3.
It has also been decided that on the same lines as “Pension Adalat”, the Railways/Pus
should hold “Adalat for Pending Compassionate Appointment Cases”. This Adalat should be
held by ADRM & Sr.DPO at the Divisional level and AGM & CPO at the Headquarters level for
pending compassionate ground appointment cases. To start with, this Adalat may be held on 10th
November 2005. Necessary publicity to this Adalat may also be given through Newspapers and
official notices. Needless to say an effort should be made to consider such cases with more
compassion, keeping in view the financial status of the ex-employee as also his dependencies.
RBE No.133/2005
Board’s letter No. F[E]III/2003/PN1/43 dated 10-08-05 (RBE No.133/05)
Sub: Grant of life long family pension to mentally retarded or physically crippled or disabled
MARRIED sons and daughters of deceased Railway servants – Clarification reg.
In terms of Explanation [2] below Rule 75[6] of Railway Services [Pension] Rules, 1993 read
with para 7.2 [b] of Board’s letter No. F[E]III/97/PN1/22 dated 05-11-1997 dependent sons and
daughters of deceased Railway servants shall be eligible for family pension in their turn till they
attain the age of 25 years or upto the date of their marriage / remarriage, whichever is earlier.
However, as per the proviso to the said rule, such of the sons or daughters as are suffering from
any disorder or disability of mind including mentally retarded or are physically crippled or
disabled so as to render them unable to earn a living even after attaining the age of 25 years,
family pension shall be payable to them for life subject to fulfilment of certain conditions
stipulated thereunder. In this context, a query has been raised by one of the Railways about
admissibility of family pension to a mentally retarded MARRIED son. The matter has been
examined in consultation with the Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare and it is
clarified that the MARRIED sons and daughters, who are suffering from any disorder or
disability of mind, including mentally retarded or are physically crippled or disabled shall NOT
be eligible for family pension.
RBE No.129/2005
Board’s letter No. E[P&A]II-98/HRA-6 dated 09-08-2005 (RBE No.129/05)
Sub: Grant of House Rent Allowance to Railway employees posted to new Zones/ new Divisions
– Regarding
The question of extending the currency of the sanction contained in this office letter of even
number dated 09-03-2004 has been considered by the Board subsequent to issue of letter No.
E[G]2003 QR1-6 dated 24-03-2005 and it has been decided to extend currency of the
instructions contained in letter dated 09-03-2004 ibid upto 31-03-2006.
2.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.131/2005
the Railway Board’s letter No.E(LL)2001/HER/9, dt.9.08.2005 (RBE No.131/2005)
Sub: Revision of Railway Servants (Hours of Employment) Rules, 1961
Copy of notification (GSR No.75) dated 28.02.2005 in Hindi and English version containing
Railway Servants (Hours of Work & Period of Rest) Rules, 2005 to amend the Railway Servant
(Hours of Employment)Rules, 1961 is sent herewith.
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
(Railway Board)
New Delhi, the 28th February, 2005
G.S.R. 75.—In exercise of the powers conferred by section 136 of the Railway Act, 1989 (24 of
1989) the Central Government hereby makes the following rules, namely:-
PART-I
1. Short title, commencement and application—
(1) These rules may be called the Railway Servants (Hours of Work and Period of Rest) Rules,
2005.
(2) They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.
(3) The shall apply only to those railway servants to whom Chapter XIV of the Act applies.
1. Definitions:-
(1) ‘Act’ means the Railways Act, 1989 (24 of 1989);
(2) ‘full-night’ means the period between 10.00 p.m. and 6.00 a.m.
(3) ‘long-on’ means a period of duty over eight hours in the case of ‘intensive’ workers, over ten
hours in the case of ‘continuous’ workers and over twelve hours in the case of ‘essentially
intermittent’ workers;
(4) ‘ordinary rate of pay’ includes —
(a)
pay as defined in rule 1303 (F.R.9) of the Indian Railway Establishment Code volume-II
(1990 Edition) and includes element of running allowance to the extent of 30 per cent of basic
pay in the case of running staff as defined in Rule 1507 of the aforesaid Code;
(b)
Dearness Allowance, Additional Dearness Allowance and Dearness Pay, if any; and
(c)
Compensatory (City) Allowance;
(5) “Railway servants employed in confidential capacity” includes—
(a)
Stenographers working either in a separate confidential cell or attached to the officers in
Administrative Offices;
(b)
Cipher Operators;
(c)
Confidential Assistants and Personal Assistants; and
(d)
Any other railway servant who may be specified by the Head of the Railway
Administration to have been employed in confidential capacity;
(6) ‘Regional Labour Commissioner’ means an officer appointed as such by the Government of
India in the Ministry of labour by notification in the official gazette;
(7)
‘Roadside station’ means a station other than —
(a)
an important junction station;
(b)
a station with marshalling yard;
(c)
an important terminal station;
(d)
a station from which trains are ordered as a regular measure; and
(e)
a station where a separate goods office under a supervisory Goods
Clerk, in the grade of Chief Goods Clerk or of higher rank sanctioned on the basis of workload in
that Goods Office has been provided :
Provided that the Head of the Railway Administration or the authority to whom he may delegate
this power, may draw up a list of road-side stations keeping in view the above definition.
(8)
‘roster’ means a document which shows the hours that a railway servant is
expected to be on duty every day, the daily as well as weekly rest and break between spells of
duty in a day besides other necessary particulars;
(9)
‘running staff’ means the staff who are defined to be so in Rule 1507 of
Indian Railway Establishment Code Volume II (1990 Edition);
(10)
‘Section’ means a section of this Act;
(11)
‘short off’ means a period of rest which is –
(a)
in the case of intensive workers:–
(i)
less than 12 hours in a roster of six hour duty; and
(ii)
less than 14 hours in a mixed roster of 6 and 8 hours duty.
(b) in the case of continuous worker-less than 10 hours.
(c) in the case of essentially intermittent workers – less than 8 hours.
(12)
‘Split duty’ means duty in two or more spells with intervening breaks each of
half or more hour necessitated by exigencies of work and when the employee is free to leave his
place of duty. Intervals for rest and meals shall not be breaks for the purpose of split-duty;
(13)
effort.
‘sustained attention’ as used in sub-section(b), section 130 implies mental
Explanation: A Pointsman waiting for the arrival of a train after setting points is required to
give sustained attention. Similarly a Station Master or an Assistant Station Master is generally
required to pay sustained attention from the time he gives line clear to the Station in rear till the
time the train arrives and again from the time the line clear is asked for to the time the Block
Section ahead is cleared. Wherever circumstances justify a different treatment, the period
involving sustained attention may be decided by the Controlling Authority. In case of any doubt,
the decision of the Head of the Department shall be final.
(14)
All other words and expressions used but not defined in these rules shall have
the meanings respectively assigned to them in the Indian Railway Establishment Code or the
Act.
PART-II
1. Prescribed authority to classify the employment of railway servant —
(1) The power to declare the employment of railway servants as ‘intensive’ or ‘essentially
intermittent’ within the meaning of section 130 shall vest in the Head of the Railway
Administration:
Provided that the Head of the Railway Administration may, in his discretion, delegate the power
vested in him under this sub-rule to the Chief Personnel Officer:
Provided further that during the period of emergency such as flood, accident, the power vested in
the competent authority can be exercised by an officer not below the rank of senior scale.
(2) A copy of every declaration made by the prescribed authority under sub-rule (1) shall, as
soon as may be, sent to the Regional Labour Commissioner concerned and, in case the
declaration is made by an Officer other than the Head of the Railway Administration, to the head
of the Railway Administration or the Chief Personnel Officer, as the case may be.
1. Appeals against classification —
(1) Any railway servant aggrieved by the declaration of classification made under rule 3 may,
within ninety days from the date of such declaration, prefer an appeal to the Regional Labour
Commissioner, who after scrutiny or relevant documents of if considered necessary, after a fresh
job analysis, may order for a change in the classification.
(2) Any railway servant or Railway Administration aggrieved by a decision of the Regional
Labour Commissioner may, before the expiry of ninety days from the date on which the decision
of the Regional Labour Commissioner is communicated to him, prefer an appeal to the Secretary
to the Government of India in the Ministry of Labour who will dispose it of after hearing the
parties concerned.
1. Supervisory Staff —
(1)
The Ministry of Labour shall, by order in writing, specify the railway servants or classes
of Railway servants who shall be treated as supervisory staff under sub-clause (iv) of clause (c)
of Section 130 on the ground that the Railway servants holds a position of responsibility, is
employed on duties mainly of a supervisory character and is, from the nature of his work and
position, comparatively free to adjust his hours of duty or work during such hours:
Provided that the railway servants who on the date of publication of these rules are treated as
supervisory staff under the rules shall continue to be treated as such until the orders specifying
the railway servants or classes of railway servants as supervisory staff is issued under this subrule.
(2)
A copy of every such order issued under sub-rule (1) shall be furnished to the Chief
Labour Commissioner (Central), New Delhi.
1. Excluded staff:
The following categories of staff of the Health and Medical Department shall be treated as
‘excluded’ under sub-clause(v) of Section 130, names:(a)
Matrons;
(b)
Sisters-in-charge;
(c)
Midwives who are not posted on regular shift duty in Railway Hospitals;
(d)
Health Educators and District Extension Educators (Male and Female)
(e)
Family Planning Field Workers (Male and Female);
(f)
Lady Health Visitors;
(g)
Auxiliary Nurses-cum-Midwives;
(h)
Projectionists;
In addition to the above, the Ministry of Railways may be by order in writing specify any other
category of railway staff in any of the Departments of the Indian Railways who shall be treated
as “Excluded” on the consideration that such staff are available on call.
1. Criteria for determining classification of railway servants:(1) Continuous: All employments of Railway servants except those excluded from the purview
of the Hours of Employment Regulations are assumed to be ‘Continuous’. Thereafter, on the
basis of factual job analysis the employment may be classified either as ‘intensive’ or ‘essentially
intermittent’, as the case may be.
(2) Intensive: The two important factors in declaring an employment as ‘Intensive’ under
Clause (d) of Section 130 of the Act are :–
(a)
strenuous nature of the work tending to cause mential or physical strain; and
(b)
continuous application to such work with little or no periods of relaxation.
Explanation I: The term ‘continued concentration’ in clause (d) of the Section 130 is intended to
convey that the attention demanded of the Railway servant concerned for a particular nature of
job should be exclusive not to allow any other thought or idea to enter the mind and must be such
nature as to cause strain (physical or mental or both) upon the Railway servant concerned as a
result of continuous application to such work over certain period without reasonable periods of
respite. Thus, having regard to the entire period of duty and nature of work, the prescribed
authority shall, before declaring any employment as ‘Intensive’, satisfy itself that the above
factors are present in the job concerned. In other words, the prescribed authority shall consider
whether the job is of such a character that it demands continued concentration without any
reasonable periods of relaxation.
Explanation II: Factor (ii) should be considered to have been satisfied where the periods of rest,
inaction or relaxation do not aggregate 6 hours or more in a cycle of 24 hours or one hour or
more in a shift of 8 hours.
(3) Essentially Intermittent:
The work of an employee is to be regarded as ‘essentially intermittent’ if his daily duty hours
which should be assumed to be twelve hours per day include—
(a)
one period of inaction of not less than one hours, or two such periods of not less than
half an hour each, and
(b)
various periods of inaction including the period of inaction specified in Clause (a)
aggregating 50 percent or more, during which he is not generally called upon to display either
physical activities or sustained attention.
Note: In assessing the work-load of the ‘essentially intermittent’ classification in accordance
with sub-section(b) of Section 130, periods of inaction of less than 5 minutes shall be ignored.
1. Fixation of hours of work—
The hours of a Railway servant as per roster (hereinafter referred to as the rostered hours of
work) may be continuous or may have short interval for rest, or breaks due to exigencies of
service or deployment.
(1) Subject to the limit specified in section 132 and having regard to the requirements of the
service and the nature of work, the Railway Administration shall fix the normal rostered hours of
work for the various categories of railway servants in the matter indicated in these rules.
(2) The rostered hours of work of Railway servants shall consist of —
(a)
standard hours of duty;
(b)
additional hours as may be prescribed in the case of certain categories classified as
essentially intermittent; and
(c)
time required to do preparatory or complementary work or both for those who are
required to do such work.
(3) The standard hours of duty for different classes of employment of Railway servants shall be
as under:(a) Intensive
….
42 hours week;
(b) Continuous
….
48 hours a week; and
(c) Essentially Intermittent
….
48 hours a week;
(4) (a) Railway servants having essentially intermittent class of employment shall be called
upon to work as per rule 8(2) (ii) additional hours as indicated below:(i)
(ii)
(iii)
Gatemen ‘C’, Caretakers of Rest Houses
and Reservoirs etc., Chowkidars and
Saloon Attendants.
Railway servants posted to work in
Essentially Intermittent employment at
road-side stations and provided with
residential quarters within 0.5 Kms. From
their place of duty.
Rest of the employees posted to work in Essentially Intermittent class of
employment
24 additional hours
per week
12 additional hours
per week
(b) Such additional hours of work shall be reflected in the duty rosters of the Railway servants
concerned.
(5) The time required by various categories of staff to do preparatory or complementary work or
both, which includes the work of handing over and taking over charge, must necessarily be
carried out outside the limits laid down for general working of an establishment, branch or shift
and shall be determined by means of job analysis of such work in respect of representative posts
in respective categories.
(6) The time determined under sub-rule (5) shall be added to the standard hours of duty of the
staff in all the various classifications subject to maximum limit prescribed below:(a) when employment is intensive
…
3 hours a week;
(b) when employment is continuous …
6 hours a week;
(c) when employment is essentially intermittent:–
(i) Gatemen ‘C’, Caretakers of Rest Houses
and Reservoirs, Chowkidars, Saloon
Attendants and those posted at road-side
stations and provided with residential
quarters within 500 metres from their place
of duty
(ii) Railway servants other than those
mentioned in sub-clause (i)
3 hours a week;
4 ½ hours a week;
(7) The time required for preparatory or complementary work by the running staff shall be
deemed to be 4 hours a week.
(8) Where Railway servants are required to perform split-duty, such duty shall be subject to the
following conditions, namely:—
(a)
two.
The spells of duty shall not exceed three and the number of breaks shall be limited to
(b)
In the case of an employment of ‘continuous’ nature, the railway servant whose place
of residence is beyond 1.6 kilometers from the place of duty, seven hours of split-duty shall be
treated as equivalent to eight hours of normal duty.
(9) While preparing rosters, ‘long on’ or ‘short off’ shall, accordingly, be avoided.
(10)
Where, in accordance with the provisions of sub-section (4) of Section 132 or
sub-section (3) of section 133 and in the circumstances mentioned therein, a Railway servant is
called upon by an order of temporary exemption made under Rule 9 below by the competent
authority to render duty beyond the hours of work fixed in accordance with the foregoing subrules or beyond the hours prescribed in Sub-section (1), (2) and (3) of the Section 132, it shall be
the duty of the Railway Servant concerned to render such extra hours as duty.
1. Power to make temporary exemption –
(1) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (4) of Section 132 and of sub-section (3) of Section
133, Head of a Railway Administration may by order in writing make temporary exemption of
any Railway servant or class or Railway servants from the provisions of sub-section (1), (2) and
(3) of Section 132 and sub-section (1) of Section 133.
(2) The Head of Railway Administration may by order in writing delegate his powers under subrule (1) to any officer subordinate to him and whom he may deem fit to exercise the powers.
(3) A copy of every order of delegation made sub-rule (2) shall be sent to the Regional Labour
Commissioner concerned.
10. Principle of averaging and payment of overtime allowance—
(1) Where a Railway servant is required to render extra hours of duty beyond the rostered hours
fixed in accordance with rule 8 or beyond the limits specified for different classes of Railway
servant under section 132, he shall be paid overtime for such extra hours of work, subject to the
principle of averaging as specified in sub-rule (2).
(2) Averaging shall be done by averaging of the hours of work over the periods as specified in
Section 132 which has been adopted to provide a reasonable measure of clasticity as essential in
railway working for certain classes of Railway servants and it shall apply to —
(i)
running staff;
(ii)
operating staff;
(iii)
shift workers; and
(iv)
those other Railway servants whose work is connected with the work of any of the
categories of Railway servants mentioned in clause (i), (ii) and (iii).
Subject to the provisions contained in sub-section 132, payment of overtime for excess hours of
work shall be made as under:-
(i) For the excess hours of work rendered by a Railway servant between the limits of
prescribed rostered hours of work and the hours prescribed in Section 132, during the relevant
averaging period, payment shall be made at 1 ½ times the ordinary rate of pay; and
(ii)
for the excess hours of work rendered beyond the limits prescribed in Section 132,
payment shall be made at two times the ordinary rate of pay.
(4) The hourly rte of overtime shall be worked out on the basis of rostered hours over the
relevant averaging period as under:-
(i)
Hourly rate of Pay (for Period of averaging
staff government by
Averaging Principle)
No. of rostered hours X
of work in the
averaging period
X
(ii) Hourly rate of pay (for
1
those not governed by
Averaging Principle)
No. of daily rostered
hours of work
1/30 of monthly
ordinary rate of pay
1/30 of monthly
ordinary rate of pay
11. Register of extra hours of work:
The particulars of all extra hours of work done by a Railway servant beyond the prescribed roster
hours of duty shall be recorded in a register to be maintained in Form`A’ appended to these rules
by the officer authorized in this behalf by the Head of the Railway Administration.
12.Periodic Rest:
1. Railway servant whose employment is Intensive or Continuous shall be granted every week
commencing on a Sunday, rest of not less than thirty consecutive hours and whose employment
is Essentially Intermittent, shall be granted rest of not less than twenty four consecutive hours
including a full night.
2. No Railway Servant classified as Intensive, Continuous or Essentially Intermittent shall be
called on duty unless one has had a rest of not less than 12, 10,8 consecutive hours respectively
after completion of the previous tour of duty. Such rest shall be given as far as possible through
the employment of rest givers and the rest givers so provided shall be separate for Continuous
and Essentially Intermittent categories.
3. Locomotive or traffic running staff shall be granted, each month, a rest of atleast five periods
of not less than twenty-two consecutive hours each, or a rest of four periods of not less than
thirty consecutive hours each including a full night. The hours of work for this purpose shall be
calculated from “Signing On” to “Signing Off”.
4.The locomotive and traffic running staff shall not normally be away from headquarters for
more than three or four days at a stretch and the periodic rest for such staff shall be given at
headquarters. Rest at headquarters shall always include a night in bed, and as far as possible be
once in every ten days.
5.Staff on duty in running trains, other than locomotive and traffic running staff such as
Travelling Pay Clerks and Catering Staff attached to Restaurant Cars shall be given periodic rest
on the scale and in the manner laid down for the locomotive and traffic running staff. Some
portion of the periodic rest may, however, be given away from their headquarters having regard
to their length of trips.
6. The working hours and periodic rest of marine staff, other than those who are governed by the
Factories Act shall be regulated in the same manner as those of running staff.
7. In accordance with clause (ii) of sub-section (2) of Section 133 of the Act, the Head of the
Railway Administration may, with the prior approval of the Ministry of Railways, specify the
categories of railway servants to whom the periods of rest on scales less than those laid sown
under sub-section (1) of the said section can be prescribed.
13. Compensatory periods of rest:
No railway servant in respect of whom an exemption has been made under rule 9 shall be
required to work for more than fourteen days without a period of rest and shall be provided with
compensatory rest within this period.
PART III
AUTHORITIES TO ENSURE PROPER IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PROVISIONS OF
CHAPTER XIV OF THE ACT AND THE RULES
14 Appointment of Supervisors:The supervisors of Railway labour shall be appointed by the Ministry of Labour. The manner of
their appointment and the educational qualifications etc., prescribed for the purpose will be as
laid down by the Ministry of Labour from time to time.
15. Display of rules and notices_
Ever;y Railway Administration shall display in a conspicuous place(a)
Where the railway servant work, notices specifying the classification of employment
of railway servants, the duration of their hours of employment, their period of rest and rosters;
and
(b)
In each station or other establishment, a copy of Chapter XIV of the Act and these rules
in English, Hindi and in local language.
16. Annual Return:
Ever;y Railway Administration shall send each financial year a return in Form `B’ appended to
these rules, so as to reach the Regional Labour Commissioner not later than the 15th day of May
following the end of the financial year to which it relates.
PART-IV
17.
Power to make modification in special cases-
(1)
notwithstanding anything provided in these Rules, in the interest of efficient
working of the Railways, there are certain conditions of special nature necessitating an
immediate modification of any conditions laid down under these rules to suit local conditions,
such modifications which are not inconsistent with any provisions of Chapter XIV of the Act,
may be effected with prior approval of the Ministry of Railways.
(2)
A copy of each such modification shall be sent to the Regional Labour Commissioner
concerned.
(3)
If any railway servant is adversely affected by any such modification made under
sub-rule (1), he may prefer an appeal before the expiry of 90 days from the date of effecting such
modification to the Ministry of Railways whose decision thereon shall be final.
PART-V
Repeal and saving
1. 18.
The Railway servants (Hours of Employment) Rules, 1961 and any orders
issued thereunder in sofar as they are inconsistent with these rules, are hereby repealed;
provided that
(1) such repeal shall not affect the previous operation of the said rules or any orders made or
anything done or any action taken thereunder;
(2) nothing in these rules shall be construed as depriving any person to whom these rules apply,
of any right of appeal which had accrued to him under the rules or orders in force before the
commencement of these rules.
(3) An appeal pending at the commencement of these rules against an order made before such
commencement shall be considered and orders thereon shall be made in accordance with these
rules as if such orders were made and the appeals preferred under these rules.
(4) As from the commencement of these rules any appeal or application for review against any
orders made before such commencement, shall be preferred or made under these rules as if such
orders were made under these rules.
(File No.E(LL)2001/HER
V.N.MATHUR,
Secy.Railway Board
Footnote: The Railway Servants (Hours of Employment) Rules, 1961 were published vide
G.S.R. 40 dated 6.01.1962 and amended vide G.S.R. 430 dated 26.03.77.
RBE No.124/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)2005 EC 2-3 dated 3.8.05 (RBE No.124/2005)
Sub: Creation of the post of Ticket Checking staff.
The issue of filling up of vacancies and creation of additional posts of Ticket Checking Staff has
been under consideration of Board for quite some time. The matter was discussed in the full
Board Meeting held on 23.6.2005 wherein the following decision was taken:
“Board approved for filling up of the existing vacancies in Ticket Checking staff following the
extant rules and procedures. Board also approved that surplus staff among departments may be
screened by a Committee of officers headed by Sr.DCM to fill up the vacancies in Ticket
Checking staff.
In regard to creation of additional posts of Ticket Checking staff, Board agreed to the proposal of
finding 50% matching surrender from the vacancy banks of the respective GMs and rest 50% to
be provided by the Railway Board”.
As per the above decision, in the event of difficulty in finding matching surrender for the
purpose sof creation of post of Ticket Checking staff as per the yardsticks laid down, the
required number of posts can be created by utilizing 50% of the matching surrender from the
vacancy bank of the Zonal Railway and for the remaining 50% matching surrender, a proposal
should be sent to Railway Board requesting for providing the remaining 50% of the matching
surrender from Board’s vacancy bank.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.125/2005
Board’s letter No. E(W)95/UN1/19 dated 8.8.05 (RBE No.125/05)
UNIFORM CIRCULAR No. 2/2005
Sub: Supply of cloth and payment of stitching charges to Public Image Categories.
Instructions prescribing length of cloth to be supplied to the Public Image Categories were issued
vide Board’s letter of even No.dt.21.3.02. The length of cloth for overcoat has been indicated
therein as 1.850 meters for normal size and 2.20 meters for special size.
2.
Arising out of demand from Zonal Railways and the Federations that length of cloth of
2.20 meters being provided for overcoat is quite inadequate and that the length of cloth should be
2.50 meters, the case has been examined by Board and it has been decided that length of cloth for
overcoat may be supplied to the eligible Public Image Category employees as under:-
Overcoat
1.850 Meters
2.50 meters
(normal size)
(Special size)
3.
Other terms and conditions for supply of cloth and payment of stitching charges will
remain the same as indicated in the Dress Regulations, 2004.
4.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.128/2005
Board’s Lt. .No. E(MPP)2001/3/9/Vol.III dt:5.8.2005 (RBE No.128/2005)
Training Manual Correction slip No.4/2005
Sub: List of Training Centres on Indian Railways.
In continuation of Board’s letter .of even number dated 25-1-2005 issued under RBE No.
14/2005, the following two training centres included under ‘ Other Training Centres’ at S.Nos.
171 and 216 have been deleted.
i]
ii]
Engineering Training Centre/Guntakal/SC Rly. [S.No. 171]
Electric Loco Training Centre/Asansol/E. Rly [ S.No. 216]
The above two training centres already exist under ‘Main Training Centres’ as Electric Training
Centre, Asansol/E. Rly [S.No. 30] and Civil Engineering Training Centre/Guntakal/SC Rly.
[S.No. 43], respectively.
Accordingly, Ministry of Railways have decided to modify the ‘Manual of Management on
Training’ [Edition 1998] as per Correction Slip No. 4/2005 and the revised list of training centres
[Appendix I] is enclosed with the correction slip. This supersedes all other lists issued earlier.
MANUAL ON MANAGEMENT OF TRAINING [JUNE 1998]
Advance Correction Slip No. 4/2005
Appendix-I of the Manual on Management of Training [Edition – 1998] may be replaced with
the attached list.
{Authority: Board’s Lt. .No. E(MPP)2001/3/9/Vol.III dt:5.8.2005]
(Enclosure to Manual on Management of Training Correction Slip No.4/2005)
NAMES OF MAIN TRAINING CENTRES AND OTHER TRAINING CENTRES
MAIN TRAINING CENTRES:
1. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Bhusawal/CR
2. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Bhuli/ER
1. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Chandausi/NR
2. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Muzaffarpur/ECR
5. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Alipurduar Jn/NFR
6. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Trichy/SR
7. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Maula Ali/SCR
8. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Sini/SER
9. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Udaipur/NWR
10. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Jhansi/NCE
11. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Kancharapara/ER
12. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Lcknow/NR
13. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Gorakhpur/NER
14. Supervisors’ Training Centre/New Bongaigaon/NFR
15. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Bangalore/SWR
16. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Secunderabad/SCR
17. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
18. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Ajmer/NWR
19. S&T Training Centre/Byculla/CR
20. S&T Training Centre/Liluah/ER
21. S&T Training Centre/Malda/ER
22. S&T Training Centre/Ghaziabad/NR
23. S&T Training Centre/Gorakhpur/NER
24. S&T Training Centre/Pandu/NFR
25. S&T Training Centre/Podanur/SR
26. S&T Training Centre/Maula-Ali/SCR
27. S&T Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
28. S&T Training Centre/ Sabarmati/WR
1. Electrical Training Centre/Thakurli/CR
2. Electrical Training Centre/Asansol/ER
3. Electrical Training Centre/Kanpur/NCR
4. Electrical Training Centre/Ghaziabad/NR
5. Electrical Training Centre/ Gorakhpur/NER
6. Electrical Training Centre/Avadi/SR
7. Electrical Training Centre/Vijayawada/SCR
8. Electrical Training Centre/Lallaguda/SCR
9. Electrical Training Centre/Tatanagar/SER
10. Electrical Training Centre/Rourkela/SER
11. Electrical Training Centre/Vadodara/WR
12. Electrical Training Centre/Mahalaxmi/WR
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Civil Engineering Training Centre/Tambaram/SR
Civil Engineering Training Centre/Kacheguda/SCR
Civil Engineering Training Centre/Guntakal/SCR
Civil Engineering Training Centre/Kanpur/NCR
Civil Engineering Training Centre/Allahabad/NCR
1. Technical Training Centre/CLW/Chittaranjan
2. Technical Training Centre/DCW/Patiala
3. Technical Training Centre/ DLW/Varanasi
4. Technical Training Centre/ICF/Perambur
5. Technical Training Centre/RCF/Kapurathala
6. Technical Training Centre/RWF/Bangalore
7. Technical Training Centre/Bhopal/WCR
8. Welding Training Centre/DLW/Varanasi
9. Welding Training Centre/ICF/Perambur
10. Welding Training Centre/RCF/Kapurthala
11. Jagjivan Ram RPF Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
OTHER TRAINING CENTRES:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Area Training Centre/Kalyan/CR
Area Training Centre/Bhusawal/CR
Area Training Centre/Kacheguda/SCR
Area Training Centre/ Lower Parel/WR
Area Training Centre/Bandra/WR
Area Training Centre/Junagadh/WR
Area Training Centre/Vadodara/WR
8. Area Training Centre/Mhow/WR
9. Area Training Centre/Valsad/WR
10. Area Training Centre/Rajkot/WR
11. Area Training Centre/Jhansi/NCR
12. Area Training Centre/Ajmer/NWR
13. Area Training Centre/Bandikui/NWR
14. Area Training Centre/Ajni/SECR
15. Area Training Centre/Kota/WCR
16. Area Training Centre/Damoh/WCR
17. Area Training Centre/Bhopal/WCR
18. Accounts Training Centre/Secunderabad/SCR
1. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Mathunga/CR
2. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Mumbai/CR
3. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Bhusawal/CR
4. Basic Training Centre(Electr)/Mathunga/CR
5. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Bhusawal/CR
6. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Parel/CR
7. Basic Training Centre(Diesel)/Kurla/CR
8. Basic Training Centre/Manmad/CR
9. Basic Training Centre/Nasik/CR
10. Basic Training Centre(ELW)/Bhusawal/CR
11. Basic Training Centre(ELS)/Bhusawal/CR
12. Basic Training Centre(Diesel)/Pune/CR
13. Basic Training Centre(ELS)/Kalyan/CR
14. Basic Training Centre(Car shed)/Kurla/Mumbai/CR
15. Basic Training Centre(S&T)/Bhusawal/CR
16. Basic Training Centre/Jamalpur/ER
17. Basic Training Centre/Liluah/ER
18. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Alambag/Lucknow/NR
19. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Amritsir/NR
20. Basic Training Centre/Jagadhari/NR
21. Basic Training Centre/Charbagh/Lucknow/NR
22. Basic Training Centre/Gorakhpur/NER
23. Basic Training Centre/Izatnagar/NER
24. Basic Training Centre/Erode/SR
25. Basic Training Centre/Perambur/SR
26. Basic Training Centre/Engg/Arakkonam/Sr
27. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Ayanavaram/Perambur/SR
28. Basic Training Centre/Ponmalai/SR
29. Basic Training Centre/Tiruchhirapalli/SR
30. Basic Training Centre(Elec/Mech)/Royapuram/SR
31. Basic Training Centre/Guntupalli/SCR
32. Basic Training Centre/Lallaguda/SCR
33. Basic Training Centre/Vijayawada/SCR
34. Basic Training Centre(CRS)/Tirupati/SCR
35. Basic Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
36. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Lower Parel/Mumbai/WR
37. Basic Training Centre/Dahod/WR
38. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Pratapnagar/WR
39. Basic Training Centre(CRW)/Mantreswar/ECOR
40. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Jhansi/NCR
41. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Jhansi/NCR
42. Basic Training Centre(WWS)/Jhansi/NCR
43. Basic Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
44. Basic Training Centre/Bikaner./NWR
45. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Ajmer/NWR
46. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Ajmer/NWR
47. Basic Training Centre(TRD)/Ajni/SECR
48. Basic Training Centre(ELS)/Ajni/SECR
49. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Ajni/SECR
50. Basic Training Centre/Hubli/SWR
51. Basic Training Centre/Mysore/SWR
52. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Mysore/SWR
53. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Jabalpur/WCR
54. Basic Training Centre/New Katni/WCR
55. Basic Training Centre(TRS)/Itarsi/WCR
56. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Itarsi/WCR
57. Basic Training Centre(Engg)/Jabalpur/WCR
58. Basic Training Centre/Kota/WCR
1. BOXN Training Centre/Andal/ER
2. BOXN Training Centre(DSL)/Mugalsarai/ECR
1. C&W Training Centre/Tikiapara/ER
2. C&W Training Centre/Asansol/ER
3. C&W Training Centre/Chitpur/ER
4. C&W Training Centre/Ambala/NR
5. C&W Training Centre/Amritsar/NR
6. C&W Training Centre/Ghaziabad/NR
7. C&W Training Centre/Rewari/NR
8. C&W Training Centre/Jagadhari/NR
9. C&W Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
10. C&W Training Centre/Izatnager/NER
11. C&W Training Centre/Charbagh/Lucknow/NER
12. C&W Training Centre/Barelly City/NER
13. C&W Training Centre/Varanasi/NER
14. C&W Training Centre/Gooty/SCR
15. C&W Training Centre/Ramagundam/SCR
16. C&W Training Centre/Kacheguda/SCR
17. C&W Training Centre/Adra/SER
18. C&W Training Centre/Chakradharpur/SER
19. C&W Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
20. C&W Training Centre/Vadodara/WR
21. C&W Training Centre/Ujjain/WR
22. C&W Training Centre/Dhanbad/ECR
23. C&W Training Centre/Samastipur/ECR
24. C&W Training Centre/Sonpur/ECR
25. C&W Training Centre/Visakpatnam/ECOR
26. C&W Training Centre/Allahabad/NCR
27. C&W Training Centre/Kanpur/NCR
28. C&W Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
29. C&W Training Centre/Lalagarh/NWR
30. C&W Training Centre/Miraj/SWR
31. C&W Training Centre/Dharwar/SWR
1. Central Bridge Training Institute/Manmad/CR
2. Bridge Staff Training Centre/Tuglakabad/NR
3. Permanent Way Training Centre/Sadulpur/NR
4. Permanent Way Training Centre/Shamli/NR
5. Permanent Way Training Centre/Haridwar/NR
6. Permanent Way Training Centre/Jagadhari/NR
7. Permanent Way Training Centre/Jalandhar/NR
8. Permanent Way Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
9. Permanent Way Training Centre/Lzatnagar/NER
10. Permanent Way Training Centre/Varanasi/NER
11. Permanent Way Training Centre/Palghat/SR
12. Permanent Way Training Centre/Villupuram/SR
13. Permanent Way Training Centre/Madurai/SR
14. Permanent Way Training Centre/Tambaram/SR
15. Permanent Way Training Centre/Quilon/SR
16. Permanent Way Training Centre/Dhanbad/ECR
17. Permanent Way Training Centre/Mugalsarai/ECR
18. Permanent Way Training Centre/Samastipur/ECR
19. Permanent Way Training Centre/Sonpur/ECR
20. Permanent Way Training Centre/Allahabad/NCR
21. Permanent Way Training Centre/Jhansi/NCR
22. Permanent Way Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
23. Permanent Way Training Centre/Lalagarh/NWR
24. Permanent Way Training Centre/DGG/Nagpur/SECR
25. Permanent Way Training Centre/Bangalore/SWR
1. Transportation Training Centre/Ferozpur/NR
2. Transportation Training Centre/Kalka/NR
3. Transportation Training Centre/Kurukshetra/NR
4. Transportation Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
5. Transportation Training Centre/Shajahanpur/NR
6. Transportation Training Centre/Villupuram/SR
7. Transportation Training Centre/Shoranur/SR
8. Transportation Training Centre/Erode/SR
9. Transportation Training Centre/Adra/SER
10. Transportation Training Centre/Mokama/ECR
11. Transportation Training Centre/Subedargani/Allahabad/NCR
12. Transportation Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
13. Transportation Training Centre/Lalagarh/NWR
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Traffic Training Centre/Madupur/ER
Traffic Training Centre/Vijayawada/SCR
Traffic Training Centre/Dongargarh/SECR
Traffic Training Centre/Shrirangapattana/SWR
Traffic Training Centre/Dharwad/SWR
Traffic Training Centre/Bellary/SWR
Staff Training Centre(Operating)/Bhilai/SECR
1. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Bhusawal/CR
2. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Daund/CR
3. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Nagpur/CR
4. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Kamak Bunder/Mumbai/CR
5. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Beliaghata/ER
6. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Aishbag/NER
7. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Tinsukia/NFR
8. Divisional Training Centre(Engg./Tfc)/Katihar/NFR
9. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Alipurduar Jn/NFR
10. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Lumding/NFR
11. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Ajmer/NWR
12. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Bandikui/NWR
13. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Bhopal/WCR
14. Engineering Training Centre/Miryalaguda/SCR
15. Engineering Training Centre/Rajmundry/SCR
16. Engineering Training Centre/Washim/SCR
17. Engineering Training Centre/Chakradharpur/SER
18. Engineering Training Centre/Adra/SER
19. Engineering Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
20. Engineering Training Centre/Mumbai Central/WR
21. Engineering Training Centre/Vadodara/WR
22. Engineering Training Centre/Ratlam/WR
23. Engineering Training Centre/Bhavnagarpara/WR
24. Engineering Training Centre/Rajkot/WR
25. Engineering Training Centre/Bilaspur/SECR
26. Engineering Training Centre/Dharwad/SWR
27. Engineering Training Centre/Kota/WCR
1. Diesel Drivers’ Training Centre/Jamalpur/ER
2. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Patratu/ER
3. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Andal/ER
4. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Burdwab/ER
5. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Howrah/ER
6. Diesel Traction Training Centre/ Alambagh/Lucknow/NR
7. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Ludhiana/NR
8. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Shakur Basti/Delhi/NR
9. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Tuglakabad/Delhi/NR
10. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Gonda/NER
11. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Malda/NFR
12. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Guwahati/NFR
13. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Siliguri/NFR
14. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Ponmalai/SR
15. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Tondiarpet/SR
16. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Kazipet/SCR
17. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Guntakal/SCR
18. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Rajmundry/SCR
19. Diesel Training School/Rourkela/SER
20. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Sabarmati/Ahmedabad/WR
21. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Mahalaxmi/WR
22. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Bandra/WR
23. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Ratlam/WR
24. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Abu Road/WR
25. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Mughalsarai/ECR
26. Diesel Training Centre/Visakhapatnam/ECOR
27. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Bhagat-ki-koti/Jodhpur/NWR
28. Diesel Traction Training Centre(NG)/Nagpur/SECR
29. Drivers/Assistant Drivers Training Centre/Ajni/SECR
30. Divisional Loco Training Centre/Bilaspur/SECR
31. Divisional Loco Training Centre/Bezonbagh/SECR
32. Diesel Traction Training Centre/New Katni/WCR
33. Diesel Training Centre/Itarsi/WCR
1. Electric Training Centre/Perambur/SR
2. Electric Traction Training Centre/Mugalsarai/ECR
3. Electrical Training Centre(TRD)/Jhansi/NCR
4. Electrical Training Centre/Bilaspur/SECR
5. Electrical Training Centre/Mysore/SWR
6. OHE Training Centre/Dhanbad/ECR
7. Motorman Training Centre/Kalyan/CR
8. Motorman Training Centre/Kurla/CR
9. Traction Training Centre/Tambaram/SR
10. TRD Training Centre/Arakkonam/SR
11. TRD Training Centre/Chakradharpur/SER
12. Technical Training Centre(Electrical)/Hubli/SWR
13. Divisional Training Centre/Moradabd/NR
1. RPF Training Centre/Kurduwadi/CR
2. RPF Training Centre/Ddhanbad/ECR
3. RPF Training Centre/Gorakhpur/NER
4. RPF Training Centre/Digboi/NFR
5. RPF Training Centre/Trichy/SR
6. RPF Training Centre/Maula-ali/SCR
7. RPF Training Centre/Midnapore/SER
8. RPF Training Centre/Valsad/WR
9. RPSF Training Centre/Gorakhpur
10. Personnel Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
11. Thermit Welding Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
12. Technical Training Centre/Metro Rail/Kolkata
13. NDT Training Centre/RDSO/Lucknow.
***
Board’s letter No. E[W]2003/PS5-8/1 dated 12-08-05 .
Sub: Family Identity Cards to retiring / retired railway employees
Ref: Board’s letter of even number dated 01-01-04
***
As per extant instructions regarding issue of Family Identity Card to retiring/retired railway
employees in case railway employees have not been issued Family Identity Card at the time of
retirement, the present pass issuing section have been authorised to issue Family Identity Card on
the basis of details available with them. Complaints have been received that in the absence of
Family Identity Card with the widows, they are being called to headquarters office for
completing the requisite formalities for issue of Widow Passes. It has, time and again, been
reiterated that railway employees should be issued Family Identity Cards invariably at the time
of their retirement to enable them/ their widows to obtain Post Retirement Complimentary Pass /
Widow Pass from the station from where they opt to take the passes.
2.
The matter has again been considered and it is advised that in case there are still widows
without Family Identity Card, Personnel Inspector / Welfare Inspector should be deputed to their
residences for completing the formalities for issue of Widow Pass instead of calling them to
headquarters’ office. It may also please be ensured that retired employees / widows do not face
any difficulty in getting their Post Retirement Complimentary Pass / Widow Pass from the place
of their choice.
3.
The above instructions may please be given wide publicity so as to mitigate the avoidable
grievances of the retired / retiring employees.
RBE No.130/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)91 AL6-1 dated 16.8.05 (RBE No.130/05)
Sub: Messing facilities in the Centralised Training Institutes on the Railway.
General Guidelines.
The question regarding issue of fresh guidelines on messing facilities in the Centralised Training
Institutes on the Railways has been under consideration of the Ministry of Railways. A
Committee was also constituted by the Board to make recommendations in this behalf. After
considering the recommendations of the Committee, Board have taken the following decisions:-
(i)
The system of fixation of ceiling on expenditure and recovery of messing charges
from the probationers and in service officers undergoing training in the CTIs should be
discontinued.
(ii)
The mess in the CTIs should function as a private establishment, self-managed and
self-financing. The plant & machinery and equipment required by the mess in the CTIs should
be provided by the Administration. While petty repairs and contingencies costing upto Rs.500/per item should be met from the mess fund, expenditure on repairs and contingencies costing
above Rs.500/- per item should be undertaken by the Administration. No charges towards water,
cess, rent and overheads should be recovered. These may be considered as part of the
infrastructure.
(iii)
A subsidy of Rs.200/-p.m. probationer undergoing training shall be granted
uniformally in all CTIs including RSC, Vadodra towards establishment overheads. In the case of
in service officers, such a subsidy is not permissible since they are in receipt of T.A. The
element of establishment overheads should be collected at the same rate from the in service
officers on proportionate basis for the duration of their stay in the CTIs.
(iv)
All officers should pay the messing charges directly to the mess before being relieved
from the training courses. In the case of in service officers, 100% T.A. claim may be allowed.
(v)
The entire set up of staff should be engaged and managed by a contractor. No
departmental staff such as Cooks, Bearers, Cleaners etc. should be made available to the mess.
IRICEN, Pune and IRIEEN, Nasik in which a large and major compliment of staff, and IRIMEE,
in which a portion of the staff in the mess are departmental should review the present system and
resort to contract leasing as in the case of other CTIs.
(vi)
The departmental staff wherever engaged in the mess in the CTIs should be suitably
re-deployed.
(vii)
The management of the mess should be the responsibility of the Mess Committee,
which should consist of duly elected probationers to the extent of 2/3rd and the balance 1/3rd
should be from the faculty. The Head of the CTIs should nominate the Faculty representatives.
(viii)
Guest charges should be fixed by each CTI on cost plus basis.
(ix)
A six monthly Audit of the mess accounts should be ensured through Associate
Finance of the CTIs concerned and suitable honorarium paid. The rates of the honorarium
should be worked out by RSC/Vadodara in consultation with their associate Finance and applied
uniformally in all CTIs. The mess should function on no-profit no loss basis taken on annually
basis and profits, if any, left over should be transferred to Railway earnings.
The above guidelines are issued in super-session of all existing instructions on the subject.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.134/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG) I-2005/PM1/31 dated 12.8.05 (RBE No.134/05)
Sub: Timely filling up of non-gazetted promotional posts – maintenance of
Calendar for selections/suitability/trade test – filling up of
promotional quota vacancies in Safety categories.
In terms of instructions contained in this Ministry’s letter No.E(NG)I-87/PM1/4 dt.18.08.1987
and letter No.E(NG)I-87/PM1/14 dt.22.7.1988 Zonal Railways are required to draw up a
calendar for conducting selections for various grades to help them plan various activities
connected with selections and to ensure better compliance of Board’s orders regarding holding of
selections at regular intervals. These instructions have been reiterated by this Ministry from time
to time and lastly vide letter No.E(NG)I/2003/PM1/35 dt.04.12.2003.
In the General Managers’ Meeting held on 14.6.2005 concern has been expressed on the large
number of vacancies in safety categories which are as high as 21% on one of the Zonal
Railways. It has been emphasized that urgent priority should be accorded to filling up of
vacancies in safety categories.
Board accordingly desire that the extant instructions regarding drawing up of a calendar for
holding selections/suitability/trade test should be followed scrupulously by the Railways so that
the vacancies in the promotional grades in general and Safety Categories in particular are filled
up in regular manner as per the prescribed procedure.
RBE No.135/2005
Board’s letter No. .E(D&A)2004/RG6-26 dated 12.8.05 (RBE No.135/05)
Sub: En-masse transfer of Catering staff from Railways to IRCTC
on deemed deputation – pending DAR cases – regarding.
Ref: IRCTC’s letters No.2003/IRCTC/HRD/D&AR dated 9.6.2004 and 13.7.2005.
The issue as to how to deal with the disciplinary cases of Railway servants; who have been
transferred en-masse to IRCTC on deemed deputation in respect of the alleged offences
committed by them during their service on their parent Railway, has been considered by the
Board. It has been decided that IRCTC should take disciplinary action against Railway servants
who are on deemed deputation to IRCTC even in respect of offences committed by them during
their service on the Railways. IRCTC should therefore, take further action in accordance with
Rule 15 of RS(D&A0 Rules. In case no chargesheet has yet been issued, the same may be issued
by the appropriate authority in IRCTC. Necessary action may be taken accordingly.
RBE No.136/2005
Board’s letter No. .E(NG)I-2004/PM9/6 dated 16.8.05 (RBE No.136/2005)
Sub: Promotion of App.III (IREM) passed candidates as SO(A/Cs)ISA/TIA
Relaxation of 2 years minimum service for promotion.
In terms of para 171(6) of IREM Vol.I, 1989 as modified vide ACS No.17 issued under this
Ministry’s letter No.E(NG)I-91/PM9/13 dated 30.12.1994, the posts in the category of
SO(A/Cs)ISA/TIA in grade Rs.6500-10500 are required to be filled by promotion of App.III
qualified Accounts Assistants in the pay scale of Rs.1400-2600/Rs.5500-9000 after they have put
in a minimum of two years service in the grade (according to the group for which they opt).
Whenever such App.III qualified Accounts Assistant become due for promotion, persons who
might have passed in earlier examinations but who did not satisfy the condition of the minimum
two years service in the immediate lower grade are also considered eligible for promotion direct
from the grade in which they are working. However, if no junior is eligible for promotion
because of non-fulfillment of condition of two years in the immediate lower grade, the seniors
have to wait for completion of requisite service.
It has been brought to the notice of this Ministry that the above provisions are resulting in a
situation in which even though the posts are lying vacant in grade Rs.6500-10500 and Appendix
III qualified staff are also available they can not be promoted because they are not working in the
immediate lower grade of Accounts Assistant in the pay scale of Rs.5500-9000 but are working
in grade (s) lower than the grade of Accounts Assistant e.g. JAA in the pay scale of Rs.45007000 or Accounts Clerks in pay scale of Rs.3050-4590 and none of their junior having passed
App.III Exam. Later is also eligible for such promotion.
The matter has been considered by this Ministry and it ahas been decided that in order to avoid
the above anomalous situation App.III qualified staff may be promoted to the post of
SO(A/Cs)ISA/TIA( according to the group for which they opt) direct from the grade in which
they are working strictly according to position in the Appendix III panel.
Accordingly, para 171(6) of IREM, Vol.I,1989 Edition is amended as per ACS No.175 enclosed.
INDIAN RAILWAY ESTABLISHMENT MANUAL, VOLUME I 1989 EDITION
ADVANCE CORRECTION SLIP NO.175
CHAPTER I, SECTION B, SUB-SECTION-III
1. Substitute the following for the existing para 171(6):-
“171(6): The posts in the next higher grade of Section Officers (Accounts), Inspector of Store
Accounts (ISA) and Traveling Inspector of Accounts (TIA) in the pay scale of Rs.6500-10500
will be filled by promotion of App.III qualified staff (according to the group for which they opt)
strictly according to order in the Appendix III panel and direct from the grade in which they are
working”.
RBE No.140/2005
Board’s letter No. E[NG]II/94/RR-1/29 dated 26-08-2005 (RBE No.140/2005)
Sub: Upper age limit for direct recruitment to Group ‘C’ and ‘D’ posts on the Railways.
****
Attention is invited to this Ministry’s letter of even number
dated 02-08-2005 [RBE No. 126/2005], withdrawing the
relaxation of 03 [three] years above the prescribed upper age
limit for recruitment to all Group ‘C’ and ‘D’ posts
including engagement of Substitutes with effect from 04-082005. The matter has been reviewed and it has been decided
that the currency of relaxation contained in Board’s letter of
even number dated 10-05-99 [RBE 99/99] may be extended
further for a period of 06 [six months] i.e. up to 03-02-2006.
These orders will take effect from 04-08-2005.
It has also been decided that indents placed after issuance of Board’s letter dated 02-08-2005
ibid may be suitably amended.
RBE No.139/2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2005/13/2 dt. 22-08-05 (RBE No.139/05)
Sub: Monetary incentive in the form of Training Allowance to faculty members deputed to
Training Centres for Group ‘C’ & ‘D’ staff.
Kindly refer to this Ministry’s letter No. E(MPP)2002/13/3 dated 24.1.2003 (RBE No. 21/2003)
wherein sanction of the Ministry of Railways was communicated for grant of training allowance
to the various training centres.
2.
The Ministry of Railways had been considering extending the benefit of grant of training
allowance to the Faculty Members of other training centres. It has now been decided that faculty
members, both gazetted and non-gazetted, drawn from the field for the purpose of imparting
training in the following 114 training centres may be granted Training Allowance @ 15% in
terms of extant orders:-
CENTRAL RAILWAY
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
Central Bridge Training Institute/Manmad/CR
Basic Training Centre(S&T)/Bhuwasal/CR
Basic Training Centre(ELS)/Ajni/CR
Drivers/Assistant Drivers Training Centre/Ajni/CR
Basic Training Centre(ELW/Bhusaval/CR
Basic Training Centre(Diesel)/Pune/CR
Basic Training Centre(ELS)/Bhusawal/CR
Basic Training Centre(ELS/Kalyan/CR
Basic Training Centre/Kurla Car Shed/Mumba/CR
Divisional Engineering Training Centre /Bhusawal/CR
Divisional Engineering Training Centre /Daund/CR
Divisional Training Centre /Karnak Bunder/Mumbai/CR
Divisional Engineering Training Centre/Nagpur/CR
EASTERN RAILWAY
Engineering Training Centre/Beliaghata/ER
BOXN Training Centre/Andal/ER
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
27)
28)
29)
30)
31)
32)
33)
34)
35)
36)
37)
38)
39)
40)
41)
42)
43)
44)
45)
46)
47)
48)
49)
50)
51)
52)
Basic Training Centre/Liluah/ER
C&W Training Centre/Asansol/ER
C&W Training Centre/Chitpur/ER
Diesel Traction Training Centre/Andal/ER
Diesel Traction Training Centre/Burdwan/ER
Diesel Traction Training Centre/Howrah/ER
Traffic Training Centre/Madhupur/ER
NORTHERN RAILWAY
Bridge Staff Training Centre /Tuglakabad/NR
Basic Training Centre/Charbagh/Lucknow/NR
NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY
Engineering Training Centre/Aishbag/Lucknow/NER
Permanent Way Training Centre/Izatnagar/NER
Permanent Way Training Centre/Varanasi/NER
C&W Training Centre/Izatnagar/NER
C&W Training Centre/Charbagh/Lucknow/NER
C&W Training Centre/Barelly city/NER
C&W Training Centre/Varanasi/NER
RPSF Trg.Centre/Gorakhpur/NER
NORTHEAST FRONTIER RAILWAY
Divisional Training Centre (Engineering)/Tinsukia/NFR
Divisional Training Centre (Engineering/Tfc)/Katihar/NFR
Divisional Training Centre (Engineering)/Alipurduar Jn./NFR
Divisional Training Centre (Engineering)/Lumding/NFR
SOUTHERN RAILWAY
Basic Training Centre(Engg)Arakkonam/SR
Basic Training Centre(Loco)Ayanavaram/Perambur/SR
Basic Training Centre/Ponmalai/SR
Basic Training Centre/Tiruchirapally/SR
Basic Training Centre(Elec./Mech.)Royapuram/SR
TRD Training Centre/Arakkonam/SR
Diesel Traction Training Centre/Tondiarpet/SR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Madurai/SR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Tambaram/SR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Quilon/SR
SOUTH CENTRAL RAILWAY
Accounts Training Centre/Secunderabad/SCR
C&W Training Centre/Gooty/SCR
Traffic Training Centre/Vijayawada/SCR
Engineering Training Centre/Miryalguda/SCR
Engineering Training Centre/Rajahmundry/SCR
Engineering Training Centre/Washim/SCR
53)
54)
55)
56)
57)
58)
59)
60)
61)
62)
63)
64)
65)
66)
67)
68)
69)
70)
71)
72)
73)
74)
75)
76)
77)
78)
79)
80)
Basic Training Centre(CRS)/Tirupathi/SCR
C&W Training Centre/Ramagundam/SCR
C&W Training Centre/Kacheguda/SCR
SOUTH EASTERN RAILWAY
Basic Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
Diesel Training Centre/Rourkela/SER
Engineering Training Centre/Chakradharpur/SER
Engineering Training Centre/Adra/SER
Engineering Training Centre/Kharagpur /SER
C&W Training Centre/Adra/SER
C&W Training Centre/Chakradharpur/SER
C&W Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
WESTERN RAILWAY
Area Training Centre/Rajkot/WR
C&W Training Centre/Baroda/WR
C&W Training Centre/Ujjain/WR
Basic Training Centre (C&W)/Pratapnagar/WR
Engineering Training Centre/Mumbai Central./WR
Engineering Training Centre/Baroda/WR
Engineering Training Centre/Ratlam/WR
Engineering Training Centre/Rajkot/WR
Engineering Training Centre/Bhavnagar/WR
EAST CENTRAL RAILWAY
Electric Traction Training Centre/Mughalsarai/ECR
B0XN Training Centre(DSL)/Mughalsarai/ECR
OHE Training Centre/Dhanbad/ECR
C&W Training Centre/Samastipur/ECR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Samastipur/ECR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Sonpur/ECR
C&W Training Centre/Sonpur/ECR
Traffic Training Centre/Mokama/ECR
EAST COAST RAILWAY
81)
82)
83)
Diesel Traction Training Centre/Vishakapatnam/ECOR
Basic Training Centre [CRW]/Manchswar/ECOR
C&W Training Centre/Vishakapatnam/ECOR
NORTH CENTRAL RAILWAY
84)
85)
86)
Electrical Training Centre [ TRD]/Jhansi/NCR
BTC[Wagon W/S]/JHS/NCR
Permanent Way Training Centre/ Jhansi/NCR
NORTH WESERN RAILWAY
87)
88)
C&W Training Centre / Jodhur/NWR
Traffic Training Centre/Lalagarh/NWR
89)
90)
91)
92)
93)
94)
95)
96)
97)
98)
99)
100)
101)
102)
103)
104)
105)
106)
107)
108)
109)
110)
111)
112)
113)
114)
C&W Training Centre / Lalagarh/NWR
Permanent Way Training Centre / Lalagarh /NWR
Divisional Engineering Training Centre /Ajmer/NWR
Divisional Engineering Training Centre /Bandikui/NWR
SOUTH EAST CENTRAL RAILWAY
Engineering Training Centre/Bilaspur/SECR
Permanent Way Training Centre DGG/Nagpur/SECR
Staff Training Centre[Operating]/Bhilai/SECR
Loco Training Centre/Bilaspur/SECR
Traffic Training Centre/Dongargarh/SECR
Loco Training Centre/Bezonobagh/SECR
SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Traffic Training Centre/Srirangapattana/SWR
Basic Training Centre/Mysore/SWR
Basic Training Centre[C&W]Mysore/SWR
Traffic Training Centre/Dharwad/SWR
Civil Engineering Training Centre/ Dharwad/SWR
Technical Training Centre[Electrical]/Hubli/SWR
Electrical Training Centre / Mysore/ SWR
Traffic Training Centre/Bellary/SWR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Bangalore/SWR
WEST CENTRAL RAILWAY
Basic Training Centre(TRS)/ITARSI/WCR
Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Itarsi/WCR
Basic Training Centre(Engg)/Jabalpur/WCR
Area Training Centre/Bhopal/WCR
Diesel Training Centre/Itarsi/WCR
Divisional Engineering Training Centre/Bhopal/WCR
Engineering Training Centre/Kota/WCR
3.
The Head of the training centre would be eligible for grant of training allowance only if
the post is held by him/her on full time basis and the selection is held in the manner as detailed
in para 5(g) below.
4.
With a view to enable the Principals of these training centres to give due attention to
training and to exercise proper supervision, it is necessary that these Principals should be posted
full time, with office in the training centre itself.
5.
The following guidelines should be observed for sanction of the Training Allowance:-
(a)
Faculty members, both gazetted and non-gazetted, who are drawn from the field and
whose duty is to impart training/education to the trainees may be granted “Training Allowance”
at the rate of 15% of the basic pay in the revised scales of pay;
(b)
Consequent to the grant of “Training Allowance” as mentioned in para (a) above, the
existing training allowance, special pay, deputation pay and allowances thereon will not be
admissible to the faculty members posted to these training centres.
(c)
Faculty means “An employee” of the Government who joins a training institute
meant for training government officials as a faculty member and whose work is to impart
training/teaching. This will also include the principals of these training institutes. However,
Faculty members recruited directly and specifically for the training institutions are not eligible
for this “Training Allowance”.
(d)
Staff, whether drawn from the field or transferred or locally recruited, who are not
directly engaged in imparting training/education will not be eligible for the “Training
Allowance”
(e)
Training Allowance will be admissible to the faculty members without any ceiling
and will not form the part of pay as defined in FR(9)(21)(2003(21)-R-II, but however, will count
for purpose of leave salary.
(f)
Tenure period of faculty Members shall not exceed eight years in any case and
under any circumstances.
(g)
The admissibility of the allowance in each individual case will be examined by a
Committee at appropriate level to be constituted as per Board’s letter No.E(MPP)2001/19/3Recommendation No.37 dated 29.6.2001 (RBE No.127/2001). These committees would adopt a
strict selection process to find excellent trainers for such appointments. The guidelines for such
selection should not only take into account the outstanding service records but also good training
capability and aptitude for the job. Regard should also be given for participation in trainers
training course, keenness of interest taken by the officials in providing requisite training to their
subordinates in the various jobs held by them and to their performance in their earlier
assignment, if any, in posts relating to training. The above instructions should be read with
Board’s letter No.E(MPP)99/19/1/Pt dated 11.03.2003 [RBE No. 49/2003]. It should be ensured
that before the training centre/institute and trainers are sanctioned this allowance, they must
satisfy the above guidelines. The trainers not recommended by the Committee should be
repatriated to their respective parent cadres. Adhoc appointees will not be allowed this Training
Allowance till they are regularised.
6.
These orders will take effect from 1.4.2005.
7.
It is clarified that until such time the screening is done and the Faculty Members not
found fit are repatriated to their respective parent cadres, such persons who have worked as
Faculty Members may be allowed Training Allowance from the date of joining or 1.4.2005
whichever is later, till the date of reversion.
1. It is further clarified that Railways have no authority to start a training institute/centre
without Board’s prior approval.
1. This has the sanction of the President and issues with the concurrence of the Finance
Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.132/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)III/98/PN1/4 dated 8.8.2005 (RBE No.132/2005)
Sub: Ceiling on two family pensions admissible to child/children of deceased Railway servants
under Rule 75 (11) of the Railway Services (Pension) Rules 1993.
Consequent upon the revision of the rates and minimum and maximum limits of the family
pension following the implementation of the recommendations of the Fifth Central Pay
Commission, the question of revision of the maximum of ceilings on two family pensions
admissible under sub-rule (11) of Rule 75 of the Railway Services (Pension) Rules, 1993 to
child/children, where both of his/her/their deceased parents were Government/Railway servants
and governed by the said rules or the corresponding provisions of the Central Civil Services
(Pension) Rules, 1972, has been under consideration of the Government in the Department of
Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare. After careful consideration it has been decided by the
Government to revise the existing limits on two family pensions as follows:-
i)
The existing maximum limit of Rs.2500 (Rupees two thousand five hundred) per
month laid down in sub-rule (11)(a)(i) revised upwards to Rs.15000 (Rupees fifteen thousand)
per month.
ii)
The existing maximum limit of Rs.2500 (Rupees two thousand five hundred) per
month laid down in sub-rule (11)(a)(ii) revised upwards to Rs.15000 (Rupees Fifteen thousand)
per month.
iii)
The existing maximum limit of Rs.1250 (Rupees one thousand two hundred and
fifty ) per month laid down in sub-rule 11(b) revised upwards to Rs.9000 (Rupees nine
thousand) per month.
These orders shall be deemed to have taken effect from the Ist January, 1996. The relevant rules
under the Railway Services (Pension) Rules,1993 will be amended suitably in due course.
RBE No. 137/2005.
Board’s letter No. E(D&A)2003/RG-6 dated 22.8.2005 (RBE No. 137/05).
Sub: Procedural drawbacks noticed during the conduct of
Disciplinary proceedings.
…
It has been brought to the notice of this Ministry by the staff side in the DC/JCM Meeting that
procedural drawbacks are noticed in the conduct of the disciplinary proceedings in a number of
cases resulting in denial of natural justice to the Charged Official.
The procedure that should be followed in the conduct of disciplinary proceedings has been
elaborately laid down in the Railways servants (Discipline land Appeal) Rules, 1968 and the
instructions issued thereunder. Failure to follow the procedure not only causes avoidable
hardship to the innocent officials but it also but it also affords an opportunity to the unscrupulous
and dishonest officials to escape penal action on the plea of denial of a reasonable opportunity
of defense. It is, therefore, necessary that these rules and instructions are followed scrupulously
in all disciplinary cases as these are quasi-judicial proceedings. In this connection, attention is
also invited to Board’s letter No. E(D&A)94/RG6-87 dated 23.1.1995 wherein it has inter-alia
been laid down that an officer discharging judicial or quasi-judicial duties is amenable to
departmental inquiry into his conduct in discharge of his duties.
3.
It is, therefore, impressed upon all concerned to follow the Railway servants (Disciplinary
and Appeal) rules and the instructions issued thereunder scrupulously. Any deliberate violation
of rules, if noticed , will be viewed seriously and suitable action will be taken.
RBE No.141/2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2005/3/43 dated 29.8.05 (RBE No.141/05)
Sub: Training of Apprentices/Trainees – Repeat course.
In continuation of Board’s letter No.E(MPP)2000/3/10 dated 10.8.2000 on the above subject it is
clarified that the instructions issued in the above mentioned letter is in supercession of Board’s
earlier instructions issued vide letter No.E(NG)62RR1/39 dated 15.12.1962.
RBE No.143/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)99 QR1-16 dated 1.9.05 (RBE No.143/05)
Sub: Retention of Railway accommodation on medical grounds in
relaxation of the rules – powers to relax.
Ministry of Railways have reviewed clause 3(v) of Railway Board’s instructions contained in
letter No.E(G)99 QR1-16 dated 16.3.2004 in its Meeting held on 29.7.2005. It has been decided
to substitute para 3(v) of letter No.E(G)99 QR1-16 dated 16.3.2004 as under.
3(v) “Severe illness” in such cases means illness of the nature of acute debilitating disease,
which requires hospitalization and /or prolonged indoor medical treatment or repeated indoor
treatment to the Railway employee or any member of his/her family, which must be duly
certified by the concerned Chief Medical Director of the Railway recommending such retention
of Railway accommodation.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.145/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)2003 QR1-19 dated 2.9.05 (RBE No.145/05)
Sub: Retention of Railway accommodation by Group A & B officers appointed as the personal
staff of President, Prime Minister and Ministers in Central Govt.
Attention is invited to the instructions contained in Railway Board’s letter No.E(G)2000 QR1-23
dated 1.6.2001 and 14.2.2002 and No.E(G)2003 QR1-19 dated 19.4.2004 providing for retention
of Railway accommodation in the event of deputation of Railway officers under Central Staffing
Scheme to Central Ministries, Govt. Bodies like UPSC, CVC, etc. Central Govt.
Statutory/Autonomous/other bodies not covered under Central Staffing Scheme but are eligible
offices for allotment of accommodation from General Pool and Group ‘A’& ‘B’ officers on
deputation with Ministers/VVIPs in Central Govt. on co-terminus basis. These instructions have
been reviewed by Board in its meeting held on 29.7.2005 and it has been decided that Group A
and B Railway officers appointed in the personal staff of President, Prime Minister and Ministers
in Central Govt. may be separated from the above group of officers on deputation to Central
Govt. Ministries/Department and be permitted to retain Railway quarter for the entire tenure of
the posting with President, Prime Minister and Ministers in Central Govt. without the
requirement of registering for allotment of General Pool accommodation for which they are
otherwise eligible.
This has the approval of President and issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of the
Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.146/2005
Board’s letter No. E(Sports) 2004/Policy/2 dated 5.9.05 (RBE No.146/05)
Sub: Norms for recruitment against the sports quota.
Ref: Policy letter No.E(Sports)2000/Policy/2 dated 19.6.2000.
Attention is invited to Para 4.2 & 4.3 of Board’s letter dated 19.6.2000 wherein norms are laid
down for recruitment of sportspersons in Group C & Group D category.
2.
After reviewing the matter, Board have now decided that henceforth, in the discipline of
Rifle Shooting, the individual medal winning performance of the Shooter in the National
Championships will only be considered for recruitment purpose. The performance in the All
India G.V.Mavlankar Shooting Championships may not be considered for recruitment against
the sports quota.
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RBE No.147/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2003/PM3/5 dated 5.9.05 (RBE No.147/05)
Sub: Transfer of Catering Services to IRCTC along with staff
Promotions in Railways and in IRCTC.
As the Railway are aware it was clarified in para 2(ii) of this Ministry’s letter of even number
dt.02.04.2004 that catering staff on their transfer to IRCTC on deemed deputation basis are also
required to be extended the benefit of promotion in the normal course by IRCTC in accordance
with the procedure applicable to Railway employees. Subsequently on a reference received from
Eastern Railway these instructions were modified vide this Ministry’s letter of even number
dt.15.06.2004 to the effect that in cases where seniority of catering staff is maintained centrally,
Zonal Railways may hold selections etc. to effect promotion of staff on deemed deputation to
IRCTC.
IRCTC have now expressed difficulties in conducting selections etc. in terms of para 2(ii) of this
Ministry’s letter of even No. dated 02.04.2004 stating that even while the catering activities of
some divisions on the railways have been transferred to IRCTC, service records, seniority lists
etc are still with the Railways and not all units have been transferred to IRCTC.
The matter has been reconsidered by the Board. It has been decided that
selections/suitability/trade tests for promotion of catering staff whether still working with the
Railways or transferred to IRCRC on deputation/deemed deputation basis may continue to be
conducted by Zonal Railways till the date of their absorption in IRCTC
This issues with the concurrence of Tourism and Catering Dte.of Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.148/2005
Board’s letter No.E(NG)I-2003/PM7/10 dated 06.09.2005 ( RBE No.148/2005)
Sub: Procedure for holding selection for promotion to the posts classified as ‘selection’ –
Modified procedure in case of loco running staff.
…
In terms of extant procedure the posts of Goods Driver and Passenger Driver are required
to be filled up by a positive act of selection. After elimination of viva-voce from departmental
selections in terms of instructions contained in this Ministry’s letter No.E(NG)I-2000/PM1/41 dt.
07.08.2003 written test has been made mandatory as part of selection process to assess
professional ability of the candidates as against written test and /or viva-voce, earlier.
2.
It has been brought to the notice of this Ministry by one of the Zonal Railways and the
Federations that there will be difficulty in holding written test in terms of revised procedure for
promotion as Goods Drivers and Passenger Drivers as sparing all the eligible staff at the same
time to appear in the written test will affect train operations.
3.
The matter has been considered carefully by the Ministry of Railways after obtaining
views of the Railways. It has been decided that while written test may be continued for
promotion as Goods Driver, for promotion as Passenger Driver selection may be on the basis of
viva-voce after passing the prescribed promotional course.
4.
The revised procedure for filling up the posts of Passenger Drivers will be applicable to
selections notified on or after the date of issue of this letter.
RBE No.150/2005
Board’s letter No. E[P&A]I-2004/HL-1 dated 13-09-05 (RBE No.150/05)
Sub: Revision of pay range slab for the purpose of National
Holiday Allowance.
Ref: Board’s letter No. E[P&A]I-98/HL/1 dated 22-12-1998,
24-03-1999, 12-10-1999 and E[P&A]I-2004/HL/1 dated
30-11-2004
***
In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to Article 309 of the Constitution, the
President is please to direct that Rule 1424 in Chapter 14 of Indian Railway Establishment Code,
Volume II, 1987 Edition may be amended as per the enclosed Advance Correction Slip No. 56.
2.
The issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
ADVANCE CORRECTION SLIP TO THE INDIAN RAILWAY ESTABLISHMENT CODE
VOLUME II, 1987 Edition.
Advance Correction Slip No. 56 R.II / 1987 Edition.
Rule 1424 – NATIONAL HOLIDAY ALLOWANCE
Pursuant to merger of 50% of Dearness Allowance with Basic Pay, the pay range slabs for
determining the eligibility limit for grant of National Holiday Allowance stand revised as
follows:
Revised pay range by adding DP
[Rs.]
3825-4758
4759-6306
6307-15750
Rate [Rs.]
85
106
140
[Authority: Board’s letter No. E[P&A]I-2004/HL-1 dated 30-11-2004 and 13-09-05]
RBE No.154/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2000/PM1/41 dated 12.09.2005 (RBE No.154/2005)
Sub: Procedure for holding selections for promotion to posts classified as ‘Selection”Restoration of viva-voce in a few categories in departmental selections.
As the Railways are aware, instructions for elimination of viva-voce in departmental selections,
except in the case of selection for promotion to the posts in the categories of Law Assistants,
Physiotherapists, Telephone Operators and Teachers, were issued vide this Ministry’s letter of
even number dt.07.08.2003. With the change in procedure, written test has been made
mandatory as part of the selection process to assess the professional ability of the candidates as
against written test and/or viva-voce earlier. Accordingly, 15 marks earlier allotted to viva-voce
have been added to written test making it for 50 marks; weightage under other factors remaining
unchanged.
2.
Pursuant to a demand raised by the Staff Side in the DC-JCM for restoring the status quo
ante and references received from Zonal Railways for restoring the earlier practice of holding of
viva-voce in some categories for which capability of a person to discharge the duties of the post
cannot be conclusively adjudged by written test alone, the matter has been reviewed by the
Ministry of Railways. It has been decided that following eight categories may be added to the
categories of Teachers, Law Assistants, Physiotherapists and Telephone Operators where vivavoce is to be conducted in addition to the written test:-
1.
i.
Instructors in
Zonal Training Schools etc.
2.
3.
4.
ii.
iii.
iv.
Stenographers;
Chief Typists,
Protocol
v.
vi.
Receptionists;
Inspectors;
5.
6.
Publicity/Advertising Inspectors;
7.
vii.
Photographers/Cameramen;
8.
viii.
Superintendents.
Hostel
3.
The revised procedure as applicable in the above eight categories will be applicable to
selections notified on or after the date of issue of this letter.
3.1
All the remaining provisions as mentioned in this Ministry’s letter of even number
dt.07.08.2003 will remain unaltered.
4.
Accordingly the Indian Railway Establishment Manual, Volume I,1989 is also amended
as per ACS No.177 enclosed.
Indian Railway Establishment Manual, Volume I,(1989 Edition)
ADVANCE CORRECTION SLIP NO.177
Chapter II, Section ‘B’ – Rules governing the promotion of Group ‘C’ staff.
In the existing sub-para (a) of Para 215 in the second sentence for the
words
‘except in the case of selection for promotion to posts in the categories of Teachers, Law
Assistants, Physiotherapists and Telephone Operators’
Read
“except in the case of selection for promotion to the posts in the categories of Teachers, Law
Assistants, Physiotherapists, Telephone Operators, Instructors in Zonal Training Schools etc.,
Stenographers, Chief Typists, Protocol Inspectors, Receptionists, Publicity/Advertising
Inspectors, Photographers/Cameramen and Hostel Superintendents”
Add the following proviso to sub-para(a) of Para 215 as amended above:
“Provided that the positive act of Selection for promotion to the post of Loco Pilot (Passenger)
will consist of viva-voce only to assess the professional ability of the candidates, after passing
the prescribed promotional course”
[Authority: Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2003/PM7/10 dated 06.09.2005 and E(NG)I2000/PM1/41 dated 12.09.2005]
RBE No.100/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A)II/2005/RS/11 dated 20.6.05 (RBE No.100/05)
Sub: Amendment to the Indian Railway Establishment Code, Volume-II 1987 edition.
In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to Article 309 of the Constitution, the
President is pleased to direct that Rule 1510 of the Indian Railway Establishment Code, Volume
II,1987 edition may be amended as in the Advance Correction Slip No.55 enclosed.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
Advance Correction Slip No.55- R-II/1987 Edition
Rule 1510 of the Indian Railway Establishment Code, Volume II,1987 Edition may be amended
as indicated below:
In sub-rule (2), the words “staff rendered surplus due to change in traction”, may be inserted in
the 20th line between the words ‘examinations, and ‘or’.
[Authority: Board's letter No. E(P&A)II/2005/RS/11 dated 20.6.05 ]
,
RBE No.152/2005
Board’s letter No. .E(G)2005 RN5-8 dated 9.9.05 (RBE No.152/05)
Sub: Allotment/retention of Railway accommodation in favour of
Railway employees on deputation to CRIS.
Railway Board have reviewed the instructions contained in para 3 of Railway Board’s letter
No.E(G)2000 QR1-23 dated 1.6.2001 regarding retention of Railway accommodation in favour
of Railway officers/staff posted on deputation to CRIS. Considering the fact that CRIS is a
Society which cannot make profit and its all expenditures are charged to the Railway Projects,
CRIS has been separated from the group of other PSUs for the purpose of allotment/retention of
Railway accommodation. It has been decided that in the event of a Railway employee
proceeding on deputation to CRIS retention of Railway accommodation at the previous place of
posting will continue to be governed by para 3 of Railway Board’s instructions dated 1.6.2001
permitting retention of Railway quarter for a period of only two months. In the event the
deputationist Railway employee is posted by CRIS at the same station (from where the employee
has proceeded on deputation to CRIS) where he/she is in allotment of Railway accommodation,
on a request from CRIS with a certificate that no accommodation is available in its pool for
allotment to the concerned employee, the deputationist Railway employee to CRIS may be
allowed to retain the Railway accommodation under his occupation so long as the employee
continues to be on deputation to CRIS and posted at the same station. In case the deputationist
Railway employee to CRIS is posted at a different station, Railway accommodation as per the
entitlement of the said employee may be allotted for the entire period of deputation to CRIS.
All cases under consideration may be dealt with accordingly.
This has the sanction of the President and issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of
the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.151/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)2005 QR1-3 dated 12.9.05 (RBE No.151/05)
Sub: Retention of Railway quarter at the previous place of posting by Railway employees posted
to Northeast Frontier Railway.
Instructions have been issued from time to time regarding grant of permission for retention of
Railway accommodation on payment of normal rent at the previous place of posting in favour of
officers posted to N.F.Rly. The existing instructions issued vide letter No.E(G)2002 QR1-9 dated
28.6.2002 were valid upto 30.6.20005. The question of further extension of this facility beyond
30.6.2005 has been considered and it has now been decided to extend these instructions for a
period of three years upto 30.6.2008 or till revised orders are issued whichever is early.
Since the retention of quarter at the previous place of posting in favour of the officers who have
been transferred and posted to N.F.Railway is allowed for bonafide use of the dependent family
of transferred Railway officer, he/she will furnish certificate on 1st July and 1st January of every
year, stating that his/her dependent family members are actually residing in the Railway quarter
at the last station of his/her posting. Such a certificate will also have to be furnished at the time
of seeking retention.
If no such certificate is received by 31st January and 31st July every year respectively, the quarter
controlling may cancel the allotment of the quarter in question.
The request for retention of entitled accommodation should be received within a period of one
month from the date of relinquishing of charge at the last station of posting.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.75/2005
Board’s letter No. E(W) 95 UNI/19 dated 10.5.05 (RBE No.75/05)
Sub: Supply of helmets to Gangman category.
In continuation to Board’s letter of even number dated 28.8.03 Board have since decided that
Helmet may be issued as a T&P item to 10% of the strength of the Gangman category who are
required to work at bridge construction sites in tunnels and for working around track machines.
The standard specification of helmet should be IS:2925/1984.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No111/2005
Board’s letter No.E(P&A)II-2005/RS-10 dt. 4.09.05 (RBE No111/05).
Sub : Implementation of Government’s decision on the recommendations
of the Vth Central Pay Commission – Revision of pension/
Commutation of pension of Loco Inspectors/Sr.Loco InspectorsPNM/AIRF Item No.17/2005.
In the PNM/AIRF Meeting held on 16th & 17th May,2005, the staff side mentioned in the above
item that on some of Zonal Railways, emoluments of Loco Inspectors who retired during the
period from 01.01.1996 to 30.9.96 were not reckoned properly while computing their pension.
1. The matter has been examined by the Board and it is clarified that in respect of Loco
Inspectors/Sr.Loco Inspectors governed by the scheme contained in Board’s letter
No.E(P&A)II-83 /RS-10(iv) dt.25.11.1992, who had opted to come over to the revised
scales of pay and retired within a period of 10 months from the date of coming over to the
revised scales, the average emoluments based on the basic pay of the preceding ten
months shall be calculated as follows for the purpose of determining their pension
entitlement a)
For the period during which pay was drawn in the pre-revised pay scales : The total
emoluments for the number of months for which pay was drawn in the pre-revised pay scales
shall be calculated after taking into account the following:
i)
Basic pay (including increments, if any drawn during the intervening period)
ii)
Dearness allowance upto CPI 1510 i.e. @148%, 111% and 96% of the Basic Pay, as
the case may be.
iii)
The first and second instalments of Interim Relief appropriate to the basic pay drawn
during the relevant period.
iv)
Notional increase of the basic pay by applying the Fitment Benefit of 40% on the
basic pay in the pre-revised pay scale;
Provided that whenever the emoluments calculated as at (i) to (iv) above exceed the maximum of
the revised scale of pay introduced w.e.f. 01.01.1996, the same should be restricted to the
maximum of the said revised scale of pay.
v)
30% of the sum of (i)(ii),(iii),& (iv) above.”
b)
For the period during which pay was drawn in the revised pay scales : The aggregate of
the Basic Pay + 30% of Basic pay for the number of months for which pay was drawn in the
revised pay scales is to be taken into account.
1. The other terms and conditions stipulated in Board’s letter No. F (E)III/97/PN1/22 dated
5.11.1997, 29.9.1999 and 27.08.2003 remain unchanged.
2. This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.144/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)II/2005/SB/6 dated 12.9.05 (RBE No.144/05)
Sub: Engagement of Substitutes on the Railways.
Ref : Board’s letter No.E(NG)II/90/SB/10 dt.29.01.1991,
04.11.1992 and E(NG)II/2001/SB/2 dt.04.01.2001.
***
Instructions have been issued from time to time on the subject of engagement of
Substitutes. However, following irregularities have been noticed by the Vigilance Directorate in
the engagement of Substitutes under the discretionary powers of the General Managers:
i)
No proper system is being followed for verification of educational qualifications,
certificates, etc. before obtaining General Manager’s approval;
ii)
A candidate whose application had been rejected earlier due to submission of a
fictitious certificate was considered again with a ‘fresh’ Certificate.
iii)
Proper records of the applications were not kept.
To avoid the recurrence of such cases, it has been decided that while engaging ‘Substitutes’ on
the Railways, verification of certificates, educational qualifications, age etc. should be completed
in all respects before obtaining approval of the General Manager. Records of the applications,
etc. which are no longer required to be retained should be shredded/weeded out, only after
obtaining clearance from the Vigilance Department.
RBE No.162/2005
Board’s letter No. .E(NG)I-2004/PM1/25 dated 23.9.05 (RBE No.162/05)
Sub: Selections conducted for promotions within Gr. ‘C’ and Gr. ‘D’
to Gr. ‘C’ – allowing candidates to take the question papers with them after the examination is
over.
In terms of instructions contained in this Ministry’s letter No. E[GP]2002/2/88 dated 156-2004 candidates taking the written examination as part of selections / LDCE for promotion to
Group ‘B’ posts are allowed to take the question papers with them after the examination is over.
2.
The National Federation of Indian Railwaymen have requested that these provisions may
also be made applicable to all other selections / promotions where written test is held as a part of
the selection.
3.
The matter has been carefully considered by the Board. The practice being followed by
the Railways and the Production Units in this regard and their views on this have also been taken
in to account. It has been decided that the candidates who take the written examination as part of
selection / LDCE for promotions to and within Group ‘C’ may be allowed to take the question
papers with them after the examination is over.
RBE No 142/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/97/1/9/6 dated 30.8.2005 (PC-V459 (RBE No 142/05.)
Sub: Grant of Dearness Relief to Railway Pensioners/Family Pensioner –
revised Rates effective from 01.01.l2004.
…..
A copy each of Office Memorandum No. 42/2/2004-P&PW (G) dated 21.06.2004 Corrigendum
No.42/2/2004-P&PW(G) dated 4.11.2004 of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances &
Pensions (Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare) on the above subject are sent
herewith for your information and necessary action.
2.
A concordance of various instructions and orders referred to in the enclosed office
memorandum and the Corrigendum thereto with reference to corresponding Railway instructions
is indicated below:
S.No.
Para No. No. & date of Deptt. of Pension
1.
1
& Pensioners’ Welfare ‘s O.M.
42/2/2004-P&PW(G) dt.15.3.2004
No. &date of Corresponding
orders issued by Railway Board.
PC-V/97/I/96 dt.
13.4.2004(RBE 83/04 PC-V/409
(SC No.56/04).
F(E)III/97/PNI/22 dt. 5.11.1997
(SC No. 1181/97_
2.
1
45/86/97-P&PW(A) Part I
3
1
dated 27.10.1977
43/2/2004-P&PW(G) dt. 15.3.2004
4
5
2
2
Do45/86/97-P&PW(A)
6
1
Part
I
dated 27.10.1997.
CORRIGENDUM.
O.M.. No.42/2/2004-P&PW (G) dt.
21.6.l2004.
PC-V/97/I/9/6 dt. 13.4.l2004 –
(SC No.56/04)
DoF(E)III/97/PNI/22 dt. 5.11.1997
(SC No. 181/97)
The instant letter.
Copy of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions Department of Pension &
Pensioners welfare’s O.M. No.42/2/2004-P&PW(G) dated 21.6.2004
Sub: Grant of dearness relief to Central Government pensioners/family
Pensioners – Revised rate effective from 01.0-1.l2004.
…..
In continuation to this Department’s O. M. of even No. Dated 15th March, 2004 on the Above
subject, the undersigned is directed to say that it has been brought to the notice of this
Department that some of the pension sanctioning authorities have doubts about allowing pension
beyond Rs.15,000/- in view of Para 5 of OM No. 45/86/97-P&PW(A) part I dated 27th October,
1997 despite the fact that this Para stands amended vide Para 3 of this Office O.M.No.
43/2/2004-P&PW (G) dated 15th March, 2004-P&PW(G) dated 15th March 2005.
1. Para 3 of the O.M. dated 15th March, 2004 clearly says that “ Since 50% of dearness
allowance converted into dearness pay is counted for retirement benefits, pension/family
pension shall be calculated at 50% and 30% respectively of the pay plus dearness pay
subject to minimum of Rs.1913/- and maximum of 50% on the 30% respectively of the
highest pay plus dearness pay in the Government. Provisions contained in Para 5 and 7.1
of this Department’s O.M. dated 27.10.97, therefore, stand amended to this extent.”
1. The above position means that Pension would now be calculated at 50% of the average
emoluments in all cases subject to 50% of the highest pay in the Government plus
highest Dearness pay. The highest pay in the Government w.e.f. 1.1.96 Rs.30,000. As
per the provisions of OM dated 15.3.2004, the highest Pension , as of now, comes to
Rs.22,500/- (i.e. Basic Pension Rs.15,000+ Dearness Pay Rs.7500 =Total Pension
Rs.22,500.)
RBE No. 23/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)2004 RN5-11 dt. 4.2.05 (RBE No. 23/05)
Sub : Retention of Railway accommodation at the previous place
of posting in favour of Railway officers on deputation to
RailTel Corporation of India Ltd. (RCIL).
….
In terms of the policy contained in Railway Board’s letter No.E(G)2000 QR1-23 dt.1/06/2001,
Railway officers/staff on deputation to RailTel Corporation of India Ltd.(RCIL) were permitted
to retain Railway accommodation at their previous place of posting for a period of 5 years from
the date of incorporation of RCIL, i.e. from 26.9.2000 to 25.09.2005 vide Board’s letter of even
No.dt.31.05.2002 subject to payment of rent as specified in the said letter.
RCIL have requested Railway Board for grant of further permission to retain Railway
accommodation in favour of deputationist officers/staff to RCIL. Keeping in view the position
brought out by the Corporation, Board have decided to extend the period of retention of Railway
accommodation at the previous place of posting in favour of Railway employees posted on
deputation to RCIL by a further period of one year from 26.9.05 to 25.9.06 on the terms and
conditions laid down in the letter dated 31.05.2002.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
SERIAL CIRCULAR NO. 164 /2005
No.P(R )541/IV
Date: 14-10-2005
Copy of Board’s letter No.F(E)III/2003/PF1/1 dt.30.05.05 is published for information,
guidance and necessary action
Copy of Board’s letter No. F(E)111/2003/PF1/1 dt.30.05.05 (RBE No.91/05)
Sub : Rate of interest on the accumulations at the credit of the
subscribers to the New Pension System.
…..
The accumulations at the credit of the subscribers to New Pension System for the period from 1st
January,2004 to 31st March,2004 and for the financial year 2004-2005 shall carry interest at the
rate of 8% (Eight percent) per annum.
1. In this connection, a copy of Resolution No. F.5(1)-PD/2003 dt. 21st April, 2005 received
from Ministry of Finance (Department of Economic Affairs) is enclosed for information
and guidance.
1. Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs Notification F.No.5/7/2003WCB&PR dated 22nd December,2003 and Resolutions dated 12th March,2003 and 22nd
July,2004 referred to in the Ministry of Finance (DEA)’s enclosed Resolution dated 21st
April,2005, have been circulated on the Railways vide Board’s letters No.
F(E)III/2003/PN1/24 dated 31.12.2003, F(E)III/2003/PF1/1 dated 02.05.2003 and
17.08.2004 respectively.
Copy of Ministry of Finance, Deptt. of Economic Affairs/New Delhi’s Resolution dt. 21.4.2005.
RESOLUTION
It is announced for general information that accumulations at the credit of the subscribers to the
New pension System (Defined Contribution Pension Scheme) for all new recruits to the Central
Government service with effect from January 1,2004 (except the armed forces in the first stage)
announced vide Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs Notification
F.No.5/7/2003-ECB &PR, dated December, 22,2003, shall carry interest at the rate of 8% (eight
percent) per annum for the period January,01,2004 to March 31, 2004 as announced vide
Resolution of even number dated March 12,2003.
For the financial year 2004-2005, accumulations at the credit of subscribers to the said
subscribers shall carry interest at the rate of 8% (eight percent) per annum as announced vide
Resolution of even number dated July, 22,2004.
Ordered that the Resolution be published in the Gazette of India.
RBE No.89/05
Board’s letter No. E(D&A)2005/RG 6-5 dt.26.05.05 (RBE No.89/05)
Sub : Promotion of persons undergoing a penalty – Clarification regarding.
Attention is invited to Board/s letter No.E(D&A)70/RG 6-71 dt.03.06.1971 inter-alia laying
down that the fact of imposition of the penalty of ‘withholding of increments’ or ‘reduction to
lower stage in the time scale of pay’ on a railway servant does not stand in the way of his
consideration for promotion. Such a Railway servant should also be considered for promotion
by the Departmental Promotion Committee which meets after the imposition of the said penalty
and after due consideration of full facts leading to imposition of the penalty, if he is still
considered fit for promotion, the promotion may be given but only after the expiry of the
currency of the penalty.
2.
Ministry of Railways have since considered the question of pay fixation and date of
commencement of eligibility service in such cases, in the light of clarification issued by the
Department of Personnel & Training, and have decided that since the promotion is to take effect
only from a date subsequent to the expiry of the currency of the penalty, the employee would be
entitled to pay fixation in the promotional grade w.e.f. the date of actual promotion only. Even if
a person junior to him in the panel is promoted earlier, it will have no bearing on the pay to be
allowed on promotion to the employee on whom a penalty was imposed and there shall be no
stepping up of his pay with reference to his junior. Similarly, as the employee undergoing
penalty is not to be promoted during the currency of the penalty, the eligibility service in the
promotional grade for further promotion shall also commence only from the date of actual
promotion and in no case it may be related, even notionally, to the date of promotion of the
junior in the panel. However, his late promotion will not have any effect on his seniority which
would be fixed according to his position in the panel on the basis of which he is promoted on
expiry of the period of currency of the penalty.
RBE
No.157/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)I/2005/AL-28/7 dt.21.9.05 (RBE No.157/05)
Sub : Journeys by Air – Audit Objection –Regarding.
…
During the course of an Audit Inspection, it has been pointed out that Zonal Railways approach
Board’s Office for post-facto sanction to the expenditure already incurred by them beyond their
powers/limits for air travel.
1. The matter has been reviewed and it has been decided that henceforth no proposal for
post facto sanction, save in exceptional cases, will be entertained. It is, therefore, desired
that prior approval of the Board for undertaking air journey in respect of non entitled
officers may be sought/obtained and that too only in cases of extreme urgency where
saving of public time is necessary in the administrative interest, with the personal
approval of General Manager & concurrence of the FA&CAO. In this connection,
attention is also invited to Para 1636(6) of IREC (Vol. II) and Office Order No.46 of
2003 circulated under letter No. F(E)I/2003/AL-28/7 dated 16.09.2003.
RBE No.161/2005
Board’s letter No. E(GP)2005/2/42 dt.21.9.05 (RBE No.161/05)
Sub : Selection for promotion from Group “C” to Group “B” –
cut off date for reckoning eligibility for group “B” selections.
It has been observed that there is no uniformity amongst various Railways/PUs in fixing the cutoff date for reckoning eligibility of the candidates for appearing in Selections (70% selection &
30% LDCE), for promotion to Group “B” posts. The matter has been considered by the Board
and it is clarified that the date of commencement of the vacancy period should be taken as the
cut-off date for determining the eligibility of candidates for appearing in selections (both 70%
selection & 30% LDCE) for promotion from group “C” to Group “B” posts, against the
vacancies to be filled in the said period.
2.0 However, Selections/LDCEs already initiated by the Railways/PUs, with the cut-off date
having been determined in a manner other than the one referred to above, may be proceeded with
undisturbed.
Board’s letter No. E[RRB]/2001/25/21 dated 4-09-01
Sub: Medical examination of candidates at the time of certificate verification.
It has been reported by the RRBs that a large number of candidates, selected for critical safety
categories of Assistant Drivers and Assistant Station Masters are being found medically unfit
after empanelment. Some candidates appear for selection to these categories even while they are
aware that they do not conform to the medical standards required for the job. Perhaps they do so
because of the provision of alternative employment in the event of failure. However, this leads
to vacancies for long period in these important critical safety categories which is not desirable
from safety point of view.
2.
The issue has been considered in the light of the above situation in RRCB meeting and it
has been decided that, for the categories of Assistant Drivers and ASMs, the candidates may be
asked to enclose a medical certificate from an eye specialist regarding vision in a prescribed
Proforma when they apply for these posts. Only those candidates who conform to notified
standards of vision need apply.
3.
It has also been decided that at the time of certificate verification, the selected candidates
may be sent to nearest Railway hospital for a vision test. Those who fail in the vision test, need
not be empanelled.
4.
Candidates selected for the category of Assistant Driver /ASM / Motorman will also not
be eligible for any alternative appointment if they fail in the final medical examination
conducted by the Railway before appointment, for any reason.
5.
The fact that candidates who fail in the medical examination for these categories will not
be eligible for any alternative appointment on the Railways should be mentioned clearly in the
employment notice so as to discourage those candidates who do not fulfill the medical
requirements, from applying.
Proforma for Medical Certificate from an Eye Specialist to be obtained by candidates applying
for the post of Assistant Station Masters / Assistant Driver in response to RRB advertisements .
I have checked up Shri ____________________________________ who has applied for the post
of Assistant Station Masters / Assistant Driver in Railways. Acuity of vision of Shri
___________________ has been tested in view of the following standards required for
appointment on the Railways.
Post
Class
Assistant Station A-2
Masters
Assistant Driver A-1
Distant Vision
6/9, 6/9 without glasses [ No
fogging test]
6/6, 6/6 without glasses with
fogging test {Must not accept
+ 2 D]
Near Vision
Sn. 6/9, 6/9 without
glasses
Sn. 0.6, 0.6 without
glasses
Shri _____________________ fully conforms to the above vision standards.
[ to be signed by Eye Specialist ]
Stamp
Place:
Name of the Doctor_________
Date:
Registration No.
Copy of Board’s letter No. E[RRB]/2001/25/21 dated 4-01-02
Sub: Medical examination of candidates at the time of certificate verification.
It has been mentioned in Para 2 of Board’s letter of even number [RRCB No.5/2001] dated 0409-2001 that the candidates applying for the post of Assistant Drivers / ASMs may be asked to
enclose a medical certificate from an Eye Specialist regarding vision in a prescribed proforma.
The format of the medical certificate has now been modified to include the test for ‘colour
vision’ also. A copy of the modified format of the medical certificate is enclosed.
1. It is advised that the candidates may be asked to furnish a medical certificate in the
modified proforma while notifying the vacancies for the post of Assistant Drivers and
ASMs whereas other instructions issued vide orders dated 04-09-2001 remain the same.
Proforma for Medical Certificate from an Eye Specialist to be obtained by candidates applying
for the post of Assistant Station Masters / Assistant Driver in response to RRB advertisements .
I have checked up Shri ____________________________________ who has applied for the post
of Assistant Station Masters / Assistant Driver in Railways. Acuity of vision of Shri
___________________ has been tested in view of the following standards required for
appointment on the Railways.
Post
Class
Assistant Station A-2
Masters
Assistant Driver A-1
Distant Vision
Near Vision
6/9, 6/9 without
glasses [ No fogging
test]
Sn. 0.6, 0.6
without glasses
Colour Vision on
Ishihara
Normal
*
6/6, 6/6 without
Sn. 0.6, 0.6
Normal
glasses with fogging without glasses
test {Must not accept
+ 2 D]
Shri _____________________ fully conforms to the above vision standards.
[ to be signed by Eye Specialist ]
Stamp
Place:
Name of the Doctor_________
Date:
Registration No.
•
Revised specification.
Copy of Board’s letter No. E[RRB]/2001/25/21 dated 11-0402
CORRIGENDUM
Sub: Medical examination of candidates at the time of certificate verification.
Ref: RRCB No. 1/2002 issued vide Board’s letter of even number dt. 4-1-2002.
***
In column 4 of Proforma for Medical Certificate i.e. ‘Near Vision’ sent under letter of
even number dated 4-1-2002 quoted above, for A-2 classification of Assistant Station Master
[ASM], ‘SN 6/9, 6/9 without glasses’ may be corrected as ‘SN 0.6/0.6 without glasses’.
It is requested that necessary correction may please be made in the Proforma for medical
certificate to avoid any confusion.
RBE No. 163/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)III/2005/PN1/36 dated 26.9.05 (RBE No. 163/05)
Sub:Counting of past service on submission of technical resignation on or after 1.1.2004 by
employees governed by Railway Services (Pension) Rules,1993/ Central Civil Services
(Pension) Rules,1972.
***
References have been received from certain Zonal Railways, seeking clarifications from Board
whether the employees appointed on or before 31.12.2003, who were governed by old pension
scheme under the Railway Services (Pension) Rules, 1993/Central Civil Services (Pension)
Rules,1972, will be eligible for counting of their past service under Rule 41 (2)/Rule 26(2)
respectively of the said rules or under the provisions of Board’s letter No.F(E)III/84/PN1/4
dt.8.4.1985 (based on DP&AR’s O.M.No.28/10/84-PU dated 29.8.1984), as amended from time
to time, in the situation where such employees submit technical resignation, on or after 1.1.2004
to take up new appointment in the new Ministry/Department/Central Autonomous Body.
2.
The matter has been considered in consultation with the Department of Pension &
Pensioners’ Welfare and the Ministry of Finance and it is clarified as follows:
i)
All the employees who entered into Railway Service/Central Government service
or in the service of an Autonomous Body set up by Central Government satisfying the conditions
laid down in para 4 of Board’s letter dated 8.4.1985/DP&AR’s O.M. dated 29.8.1984 on or
before 31.12.2003 and who were governed by old pension scheme under the Railway Services
(Pension) Rules,1993 or Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules,1972 will continue to be
governed by the same pension scheme and same rules, for the purpose of counting of their past
service under the said rules or under the provisions of Board’s letter No.F(E)III/84/PN1/4
dt.8.4.1985/DP&AR’s OM No.28/10/84-PU dated 29.8.1984, as amended from time to time, if
such employees submit technical resignation on or after 1.1.2004 to take up new appointment in
another Ministry or Department of the Government of India or an Autonomous Body set up by
the Central Government, in which the pension scheme under Railway services (Pension) Rules,
1993/Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1972 already exists for the employees who entered
into service on or before 31.12.2003.
ii)
The employees who entered into service on or before 31.12.2003 and who were governed
by CPF/SRPF[C] scheme or any pension scheme of Central or State Government, other than the
pension scheme under Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules 1972/Railway Services (Pension)
Rules,1993, on submission of technical resignation to take up new appointment on or after
1.1.2004, cannot be allowed to join the old pension scheme under Railway Services (Pension)
Rules,1993/Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules,1972 because entry to the said scheme ceased
w.e.f. 31.12.2003 and no new entry can be allowed in the old pension scheme under above
Rules. However, such employees can seek pensionary/terminal benefits, from the previous
organization/Department, if admissible under the rules of that organization/Department, for the
period of service rendered under that organisation/Department.
iii)
All the employees who entered into Railway service/ Central Government service or the
service of an autonomous body set up by the Central Government on or before 31.12.2003 and
who were governed by old pension scheme under the Railway Services (Pension) Rules, 1993/
Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules,1972 and who submit technical resignation on or after
1.1.2004, to take up new appointment under State Government, will be eligible for grant of prorata pensionary benefits for the period of Railway/Central Government or Central Autonomous
Body service, on the lines as provided in Rule 53 of Railway Services (Pension) Rules,1993 or
Rule 37 of Central Civil Service (Pension) Rules,1972, as the case may be, and related orders.
3.
Para 3(A) (ii) 3 (B)(ii) of Board’s letter No.F(E)III/84/PN1/4 dt.8.4.85, which corresponds
to the DP&AR’s OM No.28/10/84-PU dated 29.8.1984 may be treated as deleted w.e.f. 1.1.2004.
Further, the provisions of the Board’s letter No.F(E)III/84/PN1/4 dated 8.4.85 or any other
related order shall, insofar as it provides for any of the matters contained in this letter, cease to
operate.
RBE No.164/2005
Board’s letter No. E(RRB)2001/25/31 dated 29.9.05 (RBE No.164/05)
Sub: Scheme of General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE)Conduct of examination through Railway Recruitment Boards.
Ref: Railway Board’s letter of even number dated 11.01.2002 as
modified by their letter of same number dated 08.08.2005.
Pursuant to a demand raised by the staff side in the DC-JCM the question of allowing staff to
send advance copy of application to RRBs in response to notification for GDCE, has been
considered by the Board. It has been decided that in order to ensure that the process of GDCE is
not delayed on account of late receipt of applications through proper channel, RRBs may
entertain advance copy of applications from serving staff in response to notifications for GDCE
issued by RRBs. This will be subject to the condition that No Objection Certificate(s) in favour
of applicant(s) along with the application(s) after verifying the eligibility is issued by Zonal
Railway concerned and sent to RRBs concerned so as to reach them well before the date on
which written test is held. A copy of the signed No Objection Certificate may be endorsed to the
individual applicant so that he can produce the same at the time of written examination just in
case the same is not received by RRB in time.
2.
RRBs while sending call letters to the candidates based on advance copy of the application
for appearing in written examination will also indicate the fact that they should ensure that
application through proper channel must reached the RRB before the date of written
examination. RRB will also clearly bring out in the call letter that in case wrong
declaration/particulars given by the candidate, he is liable to be taken up under D&AR also.
3.
The above is in replacement of para 2(3) of Board’s letter dated 11.1.2002 referred to
above.
RBE No 156/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-III/2005/CRC/II dated 14.09.2005 ( RBE No 156/05.)
Sub: Cadre Restructuring of Group ‘C’ & ‘D’ permanent staff in
Centralised Training Institutes.
The issue of extension of benefits of cadre restructuring to the Group ‘C’& ‘D’ permanent staff
(cadre posts_) of Centralized Training Instates has been under consideration of the Ministry of
Railways for some time past. The Ministry of Railways, have now decided that benefit of cadre
restructuring on the lines of cadre restructuring done on the Railways /Pus may be extended in
respect of regular posts of Group ‘C’ &’D’ cadres, borne on the permanent establishment of
Centralised Training Institutes, chargeable to Revenue and identical in AVC , Grade Structure,
Designation & Recruitment pattern to that of same categories on the Zonal Railways.
Accordingly, regular posts of Group ‘C’ &’D’ cadres borne on the permanent establishment of
Centralised Training Institutes, chargeable to Revenue & identical in AVC, Grade Structure,
Designation & Recruitment pattern to that of same categories on Zonal Railways may be given
benefit of cadre restructuring as per the revised percentage distribution of posts indicated in the
enclosed Annexure ‘A’ to Annexure ‘F’ . While implementing these orders, the following
detailed instructions should be strictly and carefully adhered to-
Date of effect
1.
(hereinafter
referred to as cutoff date)
Applicability to
various cadres
2.
2.1.
2.2
This restructuring of cadres will be with reference to the
sanctioned cadre strength of categories borne on the permanent
establishment of Centralized Training Institute & chargeable to
Revenue with AVC, grade structure, designation & recruitment
pattern identical to same categories on Zonal Railways ass on the
date of issue of these orders. The Staff who will be placed in
higher grades as a result of implementation of these orders will
draw pay in higher grades from the date of issue of these orders.
These orders will be applicable on the permanent regular cadres
(Excluding surplus & supernumerary posts) of the Centralised
Training Institutes.
These orders will not be applicable to ex-cadre & work-charged
posts/ posts temporarily transferred from Zonal Railways/posts
filled on deputation/Tenure basis from staff on Zonal Railways,
which will continue to be based on worth of charge.
Temporary posts may be taken into account for the purpose of
cadre restructuring subject to certification that these posts are
meant for regular activities which will continue and not for any
sporadic requirements.
Pay Fixation
(Rule 1313
(FR22)-RII).
3.
Staff selected and posted against the additional higher grade posts
as a result of restructuring will have their pay fixed under Rule
1313 (FR-22)(I)(a)(1)-RII w.e.f the date of issue of these orders
with the usual option for pay fixation as per extant rules. The
benefit under this rule will, however, no longer be available in
the case of movement from lower grade to higher grade in the
non-functional situation where there is no change in duties and
responsibilities.
Existing
4.
classification and
filling up of the
vacancies.
The existing classification of the posts covered by these orders as
‘selection’ and ‘non-selection’ , as the case may be remains
unchanged. However, for promotion to all posts classified as a
‘selection’ post, the existing selection procedure will stand
modified in such a case to the extent that the selection will be
based only on scrutiny of service records and confidential reports
without holding any written and / or viva-voce test. Naturally
under this procedure the categorization as ‘outstanding’ will not
figure in the panels. This modified selection procedure has been
decided upon by the Ministry of Railways as a one time exception
by special dispensation, in view of the numbers involved, with the
objective of expediting the implementation of these orders.
Similarly for posts classified as ‘non-selection’ at the time of this
restructuring the promotion will be based only on scrutiny of
service records and confidential reports. In the case of Artisan
staff, the benefit of restructuring under these orders will be
extended only on passing the requisite Trade Test.
4.1
All vacancies arising out of the restructuring should be filled up
by senior employees who should be given benefit of the
promotion from the date of issue of these orders whereas for the
normal vacancies existing on the date of issue of these orders,
junior employees should be posted by modified selection
procedure but they will get promotion and higher pay from the
date of taking over the posts as per normal rules. Thus the special
benefit of the promotion from the date of issue of these orders is
available only for vacancies arising out of cadre restructuring and
for other vacancies, the normal rules of prospective promotion
from the date of filling up of vacancy will apply.
4.2
In case where percentage have been reduced in the lower grade
and no new post becomes available ass a result of restructuring,
the existing vacancies on the date of issue of these orders should
be filled up by normal selection procedure.
5.
Extant instructions for D&A/Vigilance will be applicable for
effecting promotions under these orders with the reference to the
cut-off date.
Minimum years 6.
of service in each
grade.
While implementing the restructuring orders, instructions
regarding minimum period of service for promotion issued from
time to time should be followed.
Basic functions
duties and
responsibilities.
7.
Since the cadres as detailed in the Annexures to this letter are
being restructured on functional and administrative
considerations, the posts being placed in higher scales of pay as a
result of restructuring should include the duties and
responsibilities of greater importance.
Adjustment of
8.
excess number of
posts.
If prior to issue of these instructions the number of posts existing
in any grade in any particular cadre exceeds the number
admissible on the revised percentages, the excess may be allowed
to continue to be phased out progressively with the vacation of
the posts by the existing incumbents.
9.
While implementing these orders, specific instructions given in
the foot-notes for the relevant categories in the enclosed
annexures should be strictly and carefully adhered to.
Filling up the
Chain/Resultant
vacancies.
10.
Benefit of promotion against Chain/resultant vacancies should
also be given w.e.f cut-off –date i.e. date of these orders, if the
same would arise purely due to the cadre restructuring.
Upgradation of
11
Subject to provisions of Para-11.1 below, all the posts of
the posts of
Supervisor
(erstwhile
Mistries)
Procedure for
fitment.
Restructuring of
Typist cadre
Supervisors (erstwhile Mistries) in grade Rs. 4500-7000+Rs. 100
Special Allowance (Excluding Supervisors (P. Way) should
enbloc be upgraded to the posts of Junior Engineer Gr. II in the
pay scale of Rs.5000-8000 and merged with the respective cadre
of Technical Supervisors with its spread effect in higher grades
Rs.5500-9000, 6500-10500 & 7450-11500 respectively, as per the
revised percentages prescribed for Technical Supervisors in these
orders.
11.1 The placement of the existing incumbents will regulated as per
the procedure given below.
(a)
The existing regular incumbents of the posts of Supervisors will
be placed in grade Rs.5000-8000 without subjecting them to
normal selection procedure. Their suitability shall be adjudged by
following modified selection procedure according to which the
selection will be based on scrutiny of service records and
confidential reports only.
(b)
The Supervisors (other than P.Way) who do not get promoted to
grade Rs.5000-8000 shall continue to hold the post in the existing
grade Rs.4500-7000+Rs.100 SA as personal to them. To this
extent, the posts upgraded to grade Rs.5000-8000 will be
operated in the lower grade Rs.4500-7000 + Rs.100 SA till the
existing incumbents vacate the same by way of promotion etc.
On vacation of the posts, the same shall automatically be operated
in grade Rs.5000-8000
12.
Restructuring of posts of Typists if covered under instructions
given above, may be allowed on the basis of inter-grade ratios (as
per the prescribed percentage distribution of the posts given in the
Annexure ‘E’) limited to only those grades which are under
operation in the cadre on the Centralized Training Institutes. For
example, if there are only four higher grades available on a
Centralized Training Institutes, sanctioned strength should be
distributed in these four grades in the ratio of 12:16:29:23. If
there are only three higher grades in operation then the
distribution my be allowed in these grades in the ratio of
12:16:29. The lowest grade(s) which has/have substantially been
phased out (say to the extent of more than half of the original
strength), may be ignored and restructuring may be effected in the
higher grades, as per prescribed strength of these higher grades
only.
Provision of
reservation
13.
The existing instructions with regard to reservation of SC/ST
wherever applicable will continue to apply.
Direct recruitment 14.
percentage
Direct recruitment percentage will not be applicable to the
additional vacancies arising out of these restructuring orders. The
direct recruitment percentage will apply for normal vacancies
arising on or after the date following the cut-off date. Also the
direct recruitment quota as on the date preceding the cut-off date
will be maintained.
Refusal of
promotion
15.
Such of the staff as had refused promotion before issue of these
orders and stand debarred for promotion may be considered for
promotion, in relaxation of the extant Provisions as a one time
exception, if they indicate in writing that they are willing to be
considered for such promotion against the vacancies existing on
the cut-off date and arising due to restructuring on the date. This
relaxation will not be applicable to vacancies arising after the cutoff date.
Matching
Savings.
16.
Entire scheme of restructuring is to be a self-financing and
expenditure neutral proposition. Financial implications should be
worked out taking into account the mid points of the scales of pay
of the respective posts (mean of the minima & maxima of the
scale), existing number of posts and revised number of posts in
the grade on the basis of the revised percentage distribution of
posts. After working out the financial implication, the matching
savings should be effected from the category itself. Wherever it
is not possible to do so from the category itself, the matching
savings should be arranged from the department at the Training
Institute level. But before restructuring the cadre as per the
revised percentage distribution of posts, matching savings will
have to be ensured and if the Department/Training Institutes are
not able to provide the matching savings, the particular
category/department will not be restructured. While effecting
surrender of posts of equivalent financial value, the existing
vacant posts available in the categories on the cut-off date should
be considered for the purpose of off-setting the cost of
restructuring/financial effects of restructuring. Board desire that
the Directors (Director General in case of RSC/BRC)(Head of
the Training Institutes) should ensure that the restructuring is
implemented expeditiously with matching saving without any
exception and difficulty. It is reiterated that there would be no
restructuring without matching savings by surrender of posts.
ANNEXURE’A’
STATEMENT REGARDING RESTRUCTURING OF GROUP ‘C’ & ‘D’ STAFF OF
MEDICAL DEPARTMENT
Annexure to Board’s letter No.PC-III/2005/CRC/11 dated 14.09.2005
Category
Chemists/Lab.Supdts.
Pharmacists
Nurses
X-Ray
Grade (Rs.)
7450-11500
Existing %age
5
Revised %age
9
6500-10500
15
25
5500-9000
45
36
5000-8000
7450-11500
35
5
30
10
6500-10500
5
10
5500-9000
30
35
5000-8000
30
25
4500-7000
7450-11500
30
5
20
10
6500-10500
30
35
5500-9000
35
35
5000-8000
5500-9000
30
15
20
24
5000-8000
15
28
4500-7000
50
33
4000-6000
5000-8000
20
5
15
9
4000-6000
20
31
3050-4590
35
30
2650-4000
Hospital and Conservancy 2750-4400
Staff (Medical)
2650-4000
40
5
30
15
15
30
2610-3540
45
30
2550-3200
Hospital Attendants/Ayahs 2650-4000
35
25
30
44
2610-3540
40
39
2550-3200
35
17
Cooks (Medical)
Note:
Only those of above categories which have regular posts, borne on the permanent establishment
of Centralised Trg. Institutes, chargeable to revenue and having AVC, recruitment pattern,
designations & grade structure identical to that on Zonal Railways (excluding ex-cadre, workcharged, supernumerary posts, posts filled on tenure basis/deputation) may be restructured.
ANNEXURE’B’
STATEMENT REGARDING RESTRUCTURING OF GROUP ‘C’ & ‘D’ STAFF COMMON
TO ALL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
Annexure to Board’s letter No.PC-III/2005/CRC/11 dated 14.09.2005
Sl.No.
1
Category
Technical Supervisor
Grade (Rs.)
7450-11500
(where posts of Mistries 6500-10500
in scale Rs.4500-7000 +
Rs.100 SA are available)
Existing %age
17
28
Revised %age
18
29
2
3
4
5
5500-9000
25
24
5000-8000
7450-11500
30
17
29
21
(where posts of Mistries 6500-10500
in scale Rs.4500-7000 +
Rs.100 SA are not
5500-9000
available)
5000-8000
28
29
25
24
30
26
Artisan Staff
5000-8000
5
8
(including Vehicle/Staff 4500-7000
Car Drivers
4000-6000
35
41
30
26
3050-4590
30
25
2610-3540
80
87
2550-3200
7450-11500
20
4.5
13
15
6500-10500
35.5
30
5500-9000
20
25
5000-8000
30
**30
4000-6000
10*
–
Technical Supervisor
Artisan Helpers
(Including C&W
Safaiwalas)
Drawing /Design.Staff
Foot Note:
1. ** These percentages will be with reference to cadre strength as on the cut-off date. The
percentage of 30 in the grade Rs.5000-8000 shall be reached when all posts in grade
Rs.4000-6000 have been worked off as per the procedure outlined in Board’s letter
No.PC-V/97/I/31/3 dated 28.09.98 & 26.04.2000.
1. * to be surrendered (Grade to be abolished)
1. Only those of above categories which have regular posts, borne on the permanent
establishment of Centralised Trg.Institutes, chargeable to revenue and having AVC,
recruitment pattern, designations & grade structure identical to that on Zonal Railways
(excluding ex-cadre, workcharged, supernumerary posts, posts filled on tenure
basis/deputation) may be restructured.
ANNEXURE’C’
STATEMENT REGARDING RESTRUCTURING OF GROUP ‘C’ & ‘D’ STAFF OF SIGNAL
& TELECOMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT
Annexure to Board’s letter No.PC-III/2005/CRC/11 dated 14.09.2005
Category
Telephone Operator
Cipher Operator
Grade (Rs.)
6500-10500
Existing %age
4
Revised %age
8
5500-9000
11
21
5000-8000
25
28
4000-6000
35
26
3050-4590
5500-9000
25
50
17
65
5000-8000
50
35
Note:
Only those of above categories which have regular posts, borne on the permanent establishment
of Centralised Trg. Institutes, chargeable to revenue and having AVC, recruitment pattern,
designations & grade structure identical to that on Zonal Railways (excluding ex-cadre, workcharged, supernumerary posts, posts filled on tenure basis/deputation) may be restructured.
ANNEXURE’D’
STATEMENT REGARDING RESTRUCTURING OF GROUP ‘C’ & ‘D’ STAFF OF
CIVIL/MECHANICAL ENGINEER DEPARTMENT
Annexure to Board’s letter No.PC-III/2005/CRC/11 dated 14.09.2005
Category
Grade (Rs.)
Chief Metallurgial
7450-11500
Superintendent/Assistant.
6500-10500
Mails*
Existing %age
30
Revised %age
37
30
33
5500-9000
25
20
5000-8000
15
10
2610-3540
-
65
2550-3200
-
35
Note:
1.
* Malis working in various departments should be placed under the control of Civil
Engineering Department.
Only those of above categories which have regular posts, borne on the permanent establishment
of Centralised Trg. Institutes, chargeable to revenue and having AVC, recruitment pattern,
designations & grade structure identical to that on Zonal Railways (excluding ex-cadre, workcharged, supernumerary posts, posts filled on tenure basis/deputation) may be restructured.
ANNEXURE’E’
STATEMENT REGARDING RESTRUCTURING OF GROUP ‘C’ & ‘D’ STAFF OF
COMMON TO MORE THAN ONE DEPARTMENT
Annexure to Board’s letter No.PC-III/2005/CRC/11 dated 14.09.2005
Category
Ministerial Staff
Grade (Rs.)
7450-11500
Existing %age
2
Revised %age
4
6
8
12
16
5000-8000
25
29
4500-7000
35
23
3050-4590
6500-10500
20
8
20
12
5500-9000
12
16
5000-8000
25
29
4000-6000
35
23
3050-4590
2750-4400
20
-
20
50
Packers
2650-4000
2750-4400
-
50
50
Misc.Group ‘D’ Staff
2650-4000
2610-3540
65
50
77
2550-3200
Safaiwalas (Excluding Hospital 2650-4000
& Conservancy Staff & C&W
Safaiwalas)
2610-3540
35
20
23
45
45
30
2550-3200
2610-3540
35
40
25
55
2550-3200
60
45
(Estt.and other than
6500-10500
Estt.excluding Accounts Staff)
5500-9000
Typists*
Record
Sorters/Lifters/Suppliers/Finders
Peons/Jamadar Peons (All
Departments)
Note:
1.
* Board’s letter No.E(NG)II/92/CD/1 dt.17.07.92 should be kept in view while
restructuring.
2.
Only those of above categories which have regular posts, borne on the permanent
establishment of Centralised Trg. Institutes, chargeable to revenue and having AVC, recruitment
pattern, designations & grade structure identical to that on Zonal Railways (excluding ex-cadre,
work-charged, supernumerary posts, posts filled on tenure basis/deputation) may be restructured.
ANNEXURE’F’
STATEMENT REGARDING RESTRUCTURING OF GROUP ‘C’ & ‘D’ STAFF OF
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT
Annexure to Board’s letter No.PC-III/2005/CRC/11 dated 14.09.2005
Category
Hindi Staff
Grade (Rs.)
6500-10500
Existing %age
14
Revised %age
25
5500-9000
21
30
4500-7000
65
45
Note:
Only those of above categories which have regular posts, borne on the permanent establishment
of Centralised Trg. Institutes, chargeable to revenue and having AVC, recruitment pattern,
designations & grade structure identical to that on Zonal Railways (excluding ex-cadre, workcharged, supernumerary posts, posts filled on tenure basis/deputation) may be restructured.
RBE No.158
/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)II/2004/RC-4/1 dated 26.9.05 (RBE No.158 /05)
Sub: Re-engagement of retired running staff on daily remuneration basis.
Ref: Board’s order of even number dated 17.6.2005.
In continuation of the orders referred to above, it has been decided by the Board that re-engaged
retired running staff should be paid remuneration as per the following rates:
Sl.No.
Grade
Remuneration per month
1.
Rs.3050-4590
Rs.7,569/-
2.
Rs.4000-6000
Rs.9,908/-
3.
Rs.4500-7000
Rs.11,394/-
4.
Rs.5000-8000
Rs.12,880/-
5.
Rs.5500-9000
Rs.14,366/-
6.
Rs.6000-9800
Rs.15,654/-
2.
The retired running staff should be engaged only against vacancy of a post whose grade
is either equal to or lower than the grade from which he had retired.
3.
It has been noticed that the crew links are not being regularly reviewed on some of the
Railways due to which the sanctioned strength and vacancies get artificially inflated. Board
desire that such reviews should be regularly done so as to rationalize the utilization of
manpower.
4.
Working hours for re-engaged retired running staff should be the same as for regular
running staff (as stipulated under H.O.E.R.) including their rest period at home and out station.
5.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.172/2005.
Board’s letter No. PC-V/97/1/7/14 Dt 13.10.2005 (PC-V/460, RBE No.172/05)
Sub: Payment of Dearness Allowance to Railway employees –
Revised rates effect from 1.7.2005.
Reference to this Ministry’s letter of even number dated 8.04.2005 (S.No.PC-V/452, RBE
No.61/2005) on the subject mentioned above. The President is pleased to decide that the
Dearness Allowance payable in Railway employees with effect from Ist July,2005 shall stand
modified as follows:-
Date from which payable
1.7.2005
Rate of Dearness Allowance per month
21% of pay
The provisions contained in Paras 3 and 4 of this Ministry’s letter No.PC-V/07/I/7/14 dated
16.10.1997 (S.No.PC-V/3, RBE No.139/97) shall continue to be applicable while regulating
Dearness Allowance under these orders.
The additional installment of Dearness Allowance payable under these orders shall be paid in
cash to all Railway employees. The arrears may be charged to the salary Bills for October,2005
and no honorarium is payable for preparing separate bill for this purpose.
The payment on account of Dearness Allowance involving fraction of 50 paise and above may
be rounded off to the next higher rupee and the fractions of less than 50 paise may be ignored.
RBE No.170 /2005
Board’s letter No. E[NG]I-2005/TR/22 dated 06-10-05 (RBE No.170 /05)
Sub: Inter Zonal request transfers on bottom seniority.
In terms of extant procedure request transfer from one Railway / Division / Unit to another
Railway /Division/Unit are considered in recruitment grades on bottom seniority subject to the
condition that the employee seeking transfer fulfills the condition of qualification for recruitment
to the posts in the grade to which transfer is sought.
2.
It has been brought to the notice of this Ministry that inter zonal request transfers are being
withheld on account of existence of vacancies. Since requests by Railway servants for transfer
on bottom seniority are made on grounds of special cases of hardship, it has been decided that
requests for inter zonal transfers may not be withheld on account of existence of vacancies. If,
however, request for transfer are withheld in the exigency of service on account of existence of
vacancies, a time bound programme should be chalked out to fill up the vacancies by direct
recruitment or promotion, as the case may be.
RBE No.166/2005
Board’s letter No.E(NG)II/96/RR-1/62 dt.29.09.05 (RBE No.166/05)
Sub : Procedure for recruitment of Group ‘D’ staff on Indian Railways.
Ref : This office letter of even No. dt.18.07.2005 (RBE No.121/2005).
One of the Zonal Railways has sought certain clarifications/ modifications in the procedure for
recruitment of Group ‘D’ staff on Indian Railways circulated vide this office letter under
reference. The procedure for group ‘D’ recruitment has since been reviewed and following
changes may be incorporated in Annexure-I of the aforesaid procedure.
Substitution for Par 5.1 :
5.1 Candidates shall apply on plain paper, as per format indicated in the employment notice,
directly to Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (Recruitment). Fees may be charged at Rs.40/- (Rs.
Forty only) per candidate. However, no fee is to be charged from candidates belonging to SC/ST
categories. In his/her application, the candidate should mention the recruitment unit & posts
applied for. Candidates should be asked to give all available options in order of priority i.e. all
the Divisions/Workshops/Production Units for whom the recruitment is being made. In case, a
candidate gives only some of the options and if as per his merit there is no vacancy available to
accommodate him/her in the Division/Workshop/Production Unit of his/her choice, then it will
be the discretion of the administration to allot him/her against any of the available vacancies. No
change of options, once exercised, shall be permitted at any stage.
Substitution for Para 6.5 :
6.5
A Town In-charge (JA Grade Officer) for each town will be nominated by
CPO/ADRM of the Railway. In addition, an overall In-charge for a Division (normally ADRM)
for the towns falling in the territorial jurisdiction of the Division will be nominated by Chief
Personnel Officer.
Substitution for Para 7.5 :
7.5 Candidates to the extent given below, in order of merit, out of those who have obtained the
prescribed minimum pass marks in the written test as in Para 7.4 above will be called for being
subjected to PET as per standards mentioned in Para 7.6 below. Candidates will be called for
PET in order of merit separately for each group of General, SC, ST & OBC. Applications of all
candidates to be called for PET should be scrutinized carefully in order to check their eligibility.
(i)
If the number of vacancies is less than or equal to 1500 (One thousand Five
hundred), number of persons to be called for PET should be 04 (four) times; and
(ii)
If the number of vacancies is greater than 1500 (One thousand five hundred), the
number of persons to be called for PET should be 03 (three) times.
It is further clarified that the rates shown in the table in para 8 of Annexure-I of letter quoted
above are only for guidance of the railways and that the actual rates may be at variance with
those given in the table, as such, the railways shall follow the usual procedure of tendering and
finalize the rates in terms of instructions contained in Board’s letter No. E(RRB)/2002/16/3 dated
04.12.2002 (RRCB No.15/2002).
RBE No.167/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A)II-2005/PLB/11 dt. 04.10.05. (RBE No.167/05)
Sub : Payment of Productivity Linked Bonus to non-gazetted Group ‘B’, ‘C’
& ‘D’ Railway employees for the financial year 2004-2005.
The President is pleased to sanction Productivity Linked Bonus equivalent to 59 (Fifty Nine)
days wages without any ceiling on wages for eligibility for the financial year 2004-2005 to all
non-gazetted group ‘B’, ‘C’ & ‘D’ Railway employees (excluding all RPF/RPSF personnel).
Where wages exceed Rs.2500/- (Rupees Two thousand & Five hundred only) per month,
Productivity Linked Bonus will be calculated as if ‘wages” are Rs.2500/- p.m.
2
In the revised (Fifth Central Pay Commission) Scales of pay, ‘Wages’ for the purpose of
Productivity Linked Bonus actually drawn during the financial year, shall include ‘pay’ as
defined in Rule 103(35)/R-I (1985 Edition) and dearness allowance sanctioned in the revised
scales during the financial year 2004-2005. In the case of Running staff, the term ‘pay’ shall
include 30% of pay constituting the pay element in Running Allowance payable on leave salary.
Other conditions of eligibility, method of calculation of wages etc. as prescribed in this
Ministry’s instructions and clarifications from time to time, shall remain unchanged.
3.
It has been decided that in the case of eligible employees mentioned in Para-1 above who
were not placed under suspension, or had not quit service/retired/expired during the middle of
the financial year 2004-2005 or were on leave where leave salary admissible is not less than that
admissible on leave on average pay, may be paid an amount of Rs.4849/- towards Productivity
Linked Bonus for the financial year 2004-2005. In the case of employees other than those
mentioned above, the amount of Productivity Linked Bonus may be calculated in accordance
with the extant instructions on the subject.
4.
The Ministry of Railways have also decided that in relaxation of the provisions in Rule
905(2), 908 and 909 of State Railway Provident Fund Rules, as contained in Chapter 9 of
R.I/1985 edition, such of the subscribers to the SRPF as are entitled to Productivity Linked
Bonus may, if they so desire, deposit the whole or part of the amount admissible under the
Scheme in their respective State Railway Provident Fund Accounts.
5.
Payment of Productivity Linked Bonus to all eligible non-gazetted Railway employees
mentioned in Para 1 above should be completed before commencement of the Durga
Puja/Dussehra holidays, duly combining it with existing salary payments, as far as possible.
6.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.169/2005
Board’s letter No. E(W)2004/CN-1/4 dated 10.10.05 (RBE No.169/05)
Sub: Counting of past service of canteen employees for pensionary benefits and post retirement
complimentary passes.
In terms of para 3(iii) of Board’s letter No.E(W)90/CN-1/8 dated 19.11.1980, service rendered
by employees of statutory canteens and 11 Delhi based non-statutory canteens, and employees of
other non-statutory subsidized recognized canteens prior to 22.10.80 and 1.4.1990 respectively,
will be taken into account for pensionary benefits to the extent it qualifies for the purpose as per
rules. It has come to the notice of Board that some confusion is prevailing on the Zonal
Railways, etc. about determining the quantum of qualifying service out of pre 22-10-1980 and
1.4.1990 service for being taken into account along with the post 22.10.80 and 1.4.90 service of
such employees for the purpose of pensionary benefits and post retirement complimentary
passes.
1. The matter has been considered by the Board and it has been decided to clarify that the
entire period of past service rendered prior to 22.10.1980 and 1.4.1990 respectively by
the above two categories of canteen employees, excluding such of the portions of past
service as may not qualify in terms of Rule 14 and various Rules under Chapter III of
Railway Services (Pension) Rules,1993, may be counted along with the post 22.10.1980
and 1.4.1990 period of qualifying service for pensionary benefits and post retirement
complimentary passes.
RBE No.176/2005
Board’s letter No. E(Sports)2004/Policy/2 dated 20.10.05 (RBE No.176/05)
Sub: Norms for recruitment against the sports quota.
Ref: Policy letter No.E(Sports)2000/Policy/2 dated 19.6.2000.
Reference Board’s letter of even number dated 05.09.2005 wherein it was advised that
henceforth, in the discipline of Rifle Shooting, the ‘individual medal winning performance’ of
the Shooter in the National Championship will only be considered for recruitment purpose.
2.
After reviewing the matter again, Board have decided that the norms i.e. ‘Individual
Medal Winning Performance’ of the Shooter will also be followed/considered henceforth, in the
under mentioned Tournaments/Championships for the recruitment purpose, against the sports
quota, in the Shooting discipline.
For Group ‘C’
i)
All India Inter University Championship
ii)
National School Games for Schools
For Group ‘D’
i)
Junior/Senior State Championship
RBE No.175/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)2004 FE 1-4 dated 18.10.04 (RBE No.175/05)
Sub: Recommendation No.67 of the Railway Accident Enquiry Committee –inclusion of
International Society of Nephrology in the list of recognized Institutes.
Ministry of Railways have decided that International Society of Nephrology having its global
Headquarters at Avenue de Tervueren, 300, B-1150 Brussels, Belgium, Tel + 3227431546, FAX
+3227431550 be included in Annexure ‘B’ circulated alongwith Board’s letter No.E(G)83 FE 14 dated 29.4.88. This will entitle Railway officials to 90% reimbursement of annual membership
fee towards membership of International Society of Nephrology subject to all other conditions
stipulated under extant instructions.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
Copy of Board’s letter No. 2005/V-I/DAR/1/3 dated 6.10.05
Sub: Representation against Administrative Action – Procedure regarding.
Please refer to Board’s letter of even No.dated 16.08.2004 (RBV No.19/2004) laying down that a
Railway servant has a right to appeal against an order of recorded warning.
Since the word ‘appeal’ is liable to be equated with the Appeal admissible under the Railway
Servants (Discipline & Appeal) Rules, which is not the intention, it has now been decided that
the word ‘appeal’ may be read as ‘representation’.
Accordingly, the last line of Para 2 of Board’s letter ibid may be replaced as “The person also
has a right to represent against an order of recorded warning”.
It may also be noted that the superior authority, authorized to issue Recorded Warning,
Counseling, Admonishing etc. proposed to be placed in the CR dossier of the employee, should
be the Reporting Officer. The employee, however, would be entitled to represent against such
administrative action.
Copy of Board’s Confidential letter No. 2004/V-I/DAR/1/3 Dated 16.8.04 (RBV No.19/04)
Sub: Administrative actions.
The Administration has the right to caution, warn, counsel, admonish, reprimand any officer for
any act of negligence, omission, commission of minor nature for which no action as prescribed
in the D&AR rules is considered necessary. Such actions are termed as administrative actions.
In para No.1312 and 1313 of the Vigilance Manual, the procedure for administrative actions has
been explained. It may be seen that in case of recorded warning, a show cause notice has to be
served on the person and his representation has to be properly considered by the competent
authority. The person also has a right to appeal against an order of recorded warning.
For other administrative actions like admonishing, counseling, cautioning, warning,
reprimanding etc., there is no necessity of issuing show cause notice as explained in para
1313[c].
However, if any of the above actions has to be mentioned in the character roll of the officer, it
should be done after issuance of show cause notice.
The format for issuing memorandum of admonishing/counseling/cautioning/warning( as the case
may be) is enclosed for guidance.
The contents of this letter may be noted by all concerned and the procedure indicated be strictly
followed in future.
Memorandum of admonishing/ counseling/cautioning/ warning (as the case may be )
Shri/Smt._______(Name of the official and present designation) while functioning as
__________(designation at the time of irregularity) during the year _______was responsible for
__________________________(the name of the activity for which the official is being held
responsible). While discharging above duties, the following lapses have been noticed on his/her
part:-
(The substance of the lapses for which the official is being counseled to be given here)
Thus, Shri/Smt.__________(Name of the official and present designation) has been found
deficient while discharging the duties which were expected of him her.
Keeping in view the above, it has been decided to admonish/counsel/caution/warn (as the case
may be) Shr/Smt._______ so that he/she may be more careful in future, while dealing such
matters.
Name and Designation of the superior authority.
RBE No.173/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)2005 AL 4/16 dated 14.10.05 (RBE No.173/05)
Sub: Entitlement for replacement of staff cars – inclusion of
SDGM in the list of officers entitled for replacement of staff cars.
As the Railway administration are aware, in terms of instructions contained in Board’s letter
No.E(G) 2000 AL 4/13 pt. Dated 26.5.2005, the General Managers, Additional General
Managers, Principal Heads of Departments/Co-ordinating Heads of Departments and Divisional
Railway Managers are entitled for replacement of their staff car on condemnation.
It has now been decided by the Board that SDGM is also included as a PHOD/CHOD for
replacement of staff car on condemnation.
RBE No.90/2005
Copy of Board’s letter No. E(G)2000 AL 4/13 pt. dated 26.5.05 (RBE No.90/05)
Sub: Replacement of staff cars.
The issue regarding entitlement of officers to staff cars and replacement thereof in the light of the
instructions issued by Ministry of Finance vide their O.M.No.7(5).Coord/2004 dated 24.9.2004
relating to austerity in expenditure was reviewed by Board at their meeting held on 28.2.2005
and it was decided as under.
(i)
General Managers, Additional General Managers, Principal Heads of
Departments/Co-ordinating Heads of Departments and Divisional Railway Managers be entitled
for replacement of staff cars. The staff cars used by these officers, if originally procured under
revenue, may be replaced by a new staff car on the basis of 1:1 against condemnation of the old
vehicle. Wherever a vehicle was procured under Construction estimates, it may be replaced on
the basis of 1:2 by condemnation of the vehicle being replaced and one more vehicle within the
department.
(ii)
For Officers in the SAG, when the existing vehicle become due for condemnation,
one vehicle may be hired for use by two officers. For hired vehicles, the General Manager should
fix a ceiling limit on monthly usage in consultation with the FACAO based on functional
requirements and local conditions. For every such vehicle hired in lieu of the condemned vehicle,
one post of Driver should be surrendered from the Headquarter pool/strength.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
Board’s letter No.2003/H/28/1/RELHS dated 21.10.2005
Sub:Re-opening of Retired Employees Liberalised Health Scheme(RELHS-97)
Ref: Board’s letter of even Number dated 28.1.2005
…
Vide Board’s letter under reference, RELHS-97 has been re-opened for those retired
employees who have not joined the RELHS-97 earlier as a last and final chance.
A demand has been raised by the Federations that spouses of railway employees who die after
superannuation may also be permitted to join RELHS-97.
It is clarified that as per para 2 under Heading “Mode of joining” of Board’s letter Number
97/H/28/1 dated 23.10.97, surviving spouses of the deceased retired railway employees who died
after superannuation have already been made eligible to join RELHS-97, subject to fulfillment of
other relevant conditions.
Railways may therefore act accordingly and permit surviving spouses of deceased retired
employees, who intend to join the RELHS-97, till 31.12.2005.
All other terms and conditions contained in Board’s letter No.97/H/28/1 dated 23.10.97 and
subsequent orders No.97/H/28/1 dated 17.5.99 and 27.12.99 and also in the letter under
reference will remain unchanged.
The above has the sanction of the President and this issues with the concurrence of Finance
Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2005/PM2/1 dated 13.10.05
Sub: General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) for filling up of 25% net direct
recruitment quota vacancies in Gr.C cadres.
Reference IRISET’s letter No.ESB/V dt.26.07.2005 on the above subject.
2.
The matter has been considered carefully. Board have approved of your proposal for
allowing staff borne on IRISET cadre to apply for GDCEs notified and conducted by
RRB/Secunderabad against requirement of S.C. Railway along with staff of S.C.Railway.
IRISET may also send their requirement, if any, against GDCE to S.C.Railway which may
incorporate the same in the indent that may be placed by it on the RRB.
RBE
No.168/2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2005/3/14 dated 3.10.05 (RBE No.168/05)
Sub: Procedure for holding selection for the post of Instructors/Lecturers.
Ref: Board’s letter No.E(NG)I-2000/PM1/41 dt.12.9.05.
Kindly refer Board’s letter No.E(MPP)2001/19/3-Recomm.37 dated 29.6.01 (RBE
No.127/2001), 25.7.01 (RBE No.143/2001) and No.E(MPP)99/19/1/Pt. dated 11.03.03 (RBE
No.49/2003) advising therein the process of selecting the Instructors/Trainers/Principal . In
continuation of Board’s letter quoted above, it has been decided that while holding the selection
of instructors/trainers/principals, the candidates will have to undergo viva-voce in addition to the
written examination.
The revised procedure is applicable to selection notified on or after the date of issue of Board’s
letter No.E(NG)I-2000/PM1/41 dt.12.9.05.
The Ministry of Railways have decided that the Manual on Management of Training 1998 may
be amended as per the attached Advance Correction Slip No.5/2005.
Manual on Management of Training(June 1998)
Advance Correction Slip No.5/2005.
The following line may be added under para 6.2 of item No.6 of the Manual on Management of
Training (June 1998):-
“While holding the selection of instructors/trainers/principals, the candidates will have to
undergo viva-voce in addition to the written examination”.
RBE No.177/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2004/PM 2/3 dated 20.10.05 (RBE No.177/05)
Sub: Introduction of General Departmental Competitive Examination for filling 25% Direct
Recruitment quota vacancies in certain group C categories – debarring the employees
working in same grade to appear in the examination.
In partial modification of para 3 of this Ministry’s letter of even number dt.05.08.2004 as a result
of further review of the matter it has been decided that only the employees working in grades
lower than the grades for which GDCE is held, should be allowed to appear in the GDCE.
2.
The revised eligibility condition will come into effect from the date of issue of these
instructions.
Board’s letter No. 2005/H/28/1/RELHS dated 31-10-2005
.
Sub: Issuance of medical card for joining Retired Employees Liberalised Health Scheme [
RELHS-97]
****
Difficulties have been expressed by retired railway staff and Association of Pensioners
etc. in regard to early issuance of RELHS Card. Keeping in view the problems faced by such
retired railway staff and with a view to minimize the time taken to issue such RELHS Cards etc.,
Board have decided that such retired staff who may opt for the scheme [ last date being 31-1205] may be allowed to have / issue RELHS Card from the Personnel Department of division
from which the retiree is drawing post retirement passes. The way-side station supervisors from
where too such retirees may be drawing post retirement passes should better get such requests for
RELHS Cards, collected and validate the last pay draw etc. from the records available with them
and adduced by retirees and arrange to send the same to Personnel Department of the Division
for arranging a RELHS Card. An advice to the zonal railway / division, from which the retiree
staff actually retired about the issuance of this RELHS Card by some other division etc. may also
be sent separately.
All other terms and conditions contained in Board’s letter No. 97/H/28/1 dated 23-10-97, 17-599 and 27-12-99 and letters No. 2003/H/28/1/RELHS dated 28-1-2005 and letter No.
2005/H/28/1/RELHS/Cont. dated 24-6-2005 will remain unaltered.
The RELHS Card should also be signed by the incharge of the pass issuing authority ie.
AEN/Area Manager/ASTE etc. as the case may be.
Bank statement /certificate regarding the amount of pension and allowance drawn by the retiree
may be considered as a valid document.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.180/2005
Board’s letter No. E(W)2002PS5-8/5 dated 26.10.2005 ( RBE No.180/2005)
Sub: Issue of Post Retirement Complimentary Passes.
Ref : Board’s letter of even no. dt. 20-01-05.
…
Issue of Post Retirement Complimentary Passes to retired railway servants is regulated in
terms of provisions contained in Schedule IV of Railway Servants [Pass] Rules, 1986 (Second
Edition,1993). Item No.(iv) under column 3 of Schedule IV provides as under:-
“ (iv) Post Retirement Complimentary Passes shall not be issued to those railway servants who
are dismissed from service.”
2.
Subsequently, it was decided by the Board that retired railway employees in whose cases
the whole of gratuity and pension has been withheld permanently as a result of D&A
proceedings shall not be entitled to Post Retirement Complimentary Passes and accordingly, item
no.(iv) under column 3 of Schedule IV of Railway Servants (Pass) Rules,1986 was amended vide
Advance Correction Slip No.47 ( circulated vide Board’s letter No.E(W)2002 PS5-8/5 dated
20.1.2005) as under:-
“(iv) Post Retirement Complimentary Passes shall not be issued to those railway servants who
are dismissed from service and to those retired railway servants whose whole of gratuity and
pension has been withheld permanently as a result of D&A proceedings.”
3.
The entire gamut of issue of Post Retirement Complimentary Passes to
dismissed/removed railway employees has again been reviewed by the Board and it has been
decided as under:-
i)
Post Retirement Complimentary Passes shall not be issued to those Railway
servants who are dismissed from service.
ii)
Post Retirement Complimentary Passes shall also not be issued to those Railway
servants who are removed from service on or after the date of issue of this letter.
iii)
Post Retirement Complimentary Passes shall not be issued to those retired railway
servants on whom the penalty of cent percent cut in pension and gratuity has been imposed on or
after 20.01.05
iv)
Post Retirement Complimentary Passes shall be issued to those railway servants
who are dismissed or removed from service on or after the date of issue of this letter but are
granted compassionate allowance in terms of Rule 65 of Railway Services (Pension) Rules,1993.
Post Retirement Complimentary Passes shall be issued to such dismissed/removed railway
servants from the date of grant of compassionate allowance and after their death, their widows
would also be entitled to widow pass in terms of provisions contained in Schedule V of Railway
Servants (Pass) Rules,1986.
v)
The Railway servants, who were removed from service before the date of issue of
this letter, shall continue to be entitled to Post Retirement Complimentary Passes as personal to
them, and after their death, their widows shall also be entitled to widow pass.
4.
In view of the above position, item (iv) under column 3 of Schedule IV (Post Retirement
Complimentary Passes)of Railway Servants (Pass) Rules,1986 ( Second Edition,1993) stand
amended as in the enclosed Advance Correction Slip No.49.
5.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Railway Board.
Advance Correction Slip No.49 to Railway Servants (Pass) Rules,1986 ( 2nd Edition 1993)
Item (iv) under column 3 of Schedule IV (Post Retirement Complimentary Pass) may be
replaced by the following:-
(iv) (a) Post Retirement Complimentary Passes shall not be issued to those
Railway servants who are dismissed from service.
(b) Post Retirement Complimentary Passes shall also not be issued to those Railway servants
who are removed from service on or after 26.10.2005.
(c) Post Retirement Complimentary Passes shall not be issued to those retired railway servants
on whom the penalty of cent percent cut in pension and gratuity has been imposed on or after
20.01.05.
(d) Post Retirement Complimentary Passes shall be issued to those railway servants who are
dismissed or removed from service on or after 26-10-2005 but are granted compassionate
allowance in terms of Rule 65 of Railway Services (Pension) Rules,1993. Post Retirement
Complimentary Passes shall be issued to such dismissed/removed railway servants from the date
of grant of compassionate allowance.
[Authority: Board’s letter No. E(W)2002PS5-8/5 dated 26.10.2005 ]
RBE No 182/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/97/1/9/6 dated 27.10..2005
.
(RBE No 182/05.)
Sub: Grant of Dearness Relief to Railway Pensioners/Family Pensioner –revised
rates effective from 01.07.2005.
…..
A copy each of Office Memorandum No. 42/2/2005-P&PW (G) dated 14.10.2005 of Ministry of
Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions (Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare) on
the above subject are sent herewith for your information and necessary action. As stated in para
2 thereof, these orders will apply to Railway pensioners also.
1. A concordance of various instructions and orders referred to in the enclosed office
memorandum with reference to corresponding Railway instructions is indicated below:
S.No.
Para No. No. & date of Deptt. of Pension
No. &date of Corresponding
orders issued by Railway Board.
1.
1
& Pensioners’ Welfare ‘s O.M.
42/2/2004-P&PW(G) dt.4.4.2005
2.
2
23/I/97-P&PW(B) dt.23.2.98
N.A.
3
3
4/59/97-P&PW(D) dt. 14.7.98
F(E)III/96/PN1/9 dt.18.8.98
4/29/99-P&PW(D) dt.12.7.2000
F(E)III/PN1/9 dt.2.8.2000(RBE
No.138/2k
45/52/97-P&PW(E) dt.16.12.97
i)
F(E)III/97/PN1/Ex-gratia/3
dt.31.12.97 (RBE No.194/97,
S.No.PC-V/28)
4
4&5
PC-V/97/I/96 dt. 26.4.2005
(RBE 69/2005, PC-V/454
ii)
F(E)III/97/PN1/Ex-gratia/5
dt.27.1.98 (RBE No.19/98,
S.No.PC-V/38)
5
7
45/73/97-P&PW(G)
F(E)III/99/PNI/21 dt. 5.8.99
dated 2.7.99
Copy of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions Department of Pension &
Pensioners welfare’s O.M. No.42/2/2005-P&PW(G) dated 14.10.2005
Sub: Grant of dearness relief to Central Government pensioners/family
Pensioners – Revised rate effective from 01.07.2005.
…..
The undersigned is directed to refer to this Department’s O. M. No. 42/2/2005-P&PW(G) Dated
4.04.2005 sanctioning the instalment of dearness relief admissible from 01.01.2005 and to say
that the President is pleased to decide that dearness relief shall be paid to the Central
Government Pensioners/Family Pensioners to compensate them for the rise in cost of living at
the rate of 21% w.e.f. 01.07.2005 in supersession of the rate mentioned in the OA dated 4.4.2005
referred to above.
2.
These orders apply to (I) All Civilian Central Government Pensioners/Family Pensioners
(ii) The Armed Forces Pensioners, Civilian Pensioners paid out of the Defence Service
Estimates, (iii) All India Service pensioners (iv) Railway pensioners and (v) The Burma Civilian
pensioners/family pensioners and pensioners/families of displaced Government pensioners from
Pakistan, who are Indian Nationals but receiving pension on behalf of Government of Pakistan,
who are in receipt of ad-hoc ex-gratia allowance of Rs.1275/- p.m. in terms of this Department’s
OM No.23/1/97-P&PW(B) dated 23.02.1998.
3.
Central Government Employees who had drawn lumpsum amount on absorption in a
PSU/Automonous body and have become eligible to restoration of 1/3rd commuted portion of
pension as well as revision of the restored amount in terms of this department’s OM no.4/59/97P&PW(D) dated 14.07.1998 will also be entitled to the payment of DR @ 21% w.e.f. 01.07.2005
on full pension i.e. the revised pension which the absorbed employee would have received on the
date of restoration had he not drawn lumpsum payment on absorption and Dearness Pension
subject to fulfilment of the conditions laid down in para 5 of the O.M. dated 14.07.98. In this
connection, instructions contained in this Deptt.’s O.M.No.4/29/99-P&PW(D) dated 12.07.2000
refers.
4.
The surviving CPF beneficiaries who had retired from service between the period
18.11.1960 to 31.12.1985 and are in receipt of Ex-gratia @ Rs.600/- p.m. with effect from
01.11.1997 under this Department’s O.M.No.45/52/97-P&PW(E) dated 16.12.1997 are entitled
to Dearness Relief @ 21% w.e.f.01.07.2005.
5.
The following categories of CPF beneficiaries who are in receipt of Ex-gratia payment in
terms of this department’s OM No.45/52/97-P&PW(E) dated 16.12.1997 will be paid DR @
13% w.e.f. 01.07.2005.
(i)
The widows and dependent children of the deceased CPF beneficiary who had
retired from service prior to 01.01.1986 or who had died while in service prior to 01.01.1986 and
are in receipt of Ex-gratia payment of Rs.605/-p.m.
(ii)
Central Government Employees who had retired on CPF benefits before 18.11.1960
and are in receipt of Ex-gratia payment of Rs.654/-, Rs.659/-, Rs.703/-, and Rs.965/-.
6.
Payment of dearness relief involving a fraction of a rupee shall be rounded off to the next
higher rupee.
7.
Other provisions governing grant of dearness relief in respect of employed family
pensioners and re-employed Central Government Pensioners will be regulated in accordance
with the provisions contained in this Department’s OM No.45/73/97-P&PW(G) dated
02.07.1999. The provisions relating to regulation of DR where pensioner is in receipt of more
than one pension will remain unchanged.
8.
In the case of retired Supreme Court and High Court Judges necessary orders will be
issued by the Department of Justice separately.
9.
It will be the responsibility of the pension disbursing authority, including the nationalised
banks, etc. to calculate the quantum of dearness relief payable in each individual case.
10.
The offices of Accountant General and Authorised Public Sector Banks are requested to
arrange payment of relief to pensioner etc. on the basis of above instructions without waiting for
any further instructions from the Comptroller and Auditor General of India and the Reserve Bank
of India in view of letter No.528-TA,II/84-80 II dated 23.04.1981 of the Comptroller and Auditor
General of India addressed to all Accountants Generals and Reserve Bank of India Circular
No.GANB No.2958/GA-64 (ii)(CGL)/81 dated the 21st May, 1981 addressed to State Bank of
India and its subsidiaries and all Nationalised Banks.
11.
In their application to the employees belonging to Indian Audit and Accounts
Department these orders issue in consultation with the C&AG.
12.
This issues with the concurrence of Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditure vide
their U.O.No.400/E.V/2005 dated 13th October,2005.
RBE No.179/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A)II-2005/HW-1 dated 25.10.05 (RBE No.179/05)
Sub: Rates of Night Duty Allowance w.e.f. 1.7.2005.
Consequent to sanction of an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance vide this Ministry’s
letter No.PC-V/97/I/7/14, dated 13.10.2005, the President is pleased to decide that the rates of
Night Duty Allowance, as notified vide Annexures ‘A’ and ‘B’ of Board’s letter of even number
dated 4.5.2005 stand revised with effect from 1.7.2005 as indicated at Annexure ‘A’ in respect of
“Continuous’, ‘Intensive’, ‘Excluded’ categories and workshop employees, and as indicated at
Annexure ‘B’ in respect of ‘Essentially Intermittent’ categories respectively.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
ANNEXURE ‘A’
Rates of Night Duty Allowance with effect from 1.7.2005 for ‘Intensive’, ‘Continuous’ and
‘Excluded’ categories and Workshop staff at the various places classified as ‘A-1’, ‘A’, B-1, B-2,
and Ordinary localities including ‘C’ Class Cities.
S.No. Pay slabs in Vth A-1
Pay Commission’s
scales of pay
A
B-1
B-2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
22.20
23.20
26.10
28.85
32.65
36.55
38.05
39.60
41.25
43.50
46.00
50.40
55.45
58.55
22.05
23.10
25.90
28.65
32.40
36.25
37.80
39.30
40.95
43.20
45.70
50.10
55.15
58.30
21.95
22.95
25.75
28.45
32.25
36.00
37.50
39.00
40.65
42.90
45.45
49.85
54.85
58.00
2550-2605
2606-2790
2791-3230
3231-3440
3441-4125
4126-4270
4271-4480
4481-4630
4631-4870
4871-5165
5166-5465
5466-6210
6211-6655
6656-6955
22.35
23.35
26.35
29.10
32.85
36.85
38.35
39.85
41.50
43.75
46.25
50.70
55.70
58.85
Ordinary
localities
including
‘C’ class
cities
21.75
22.80
25.40
28.15
31.95
35.45
36.95
38.45
40.10
42.35
44.90
49.30
54.30
57.45
15
6956-7850
63.90
63.60
63.35
63.05
62.50
& above
ANNEXURE ‘B’
Rate of Night Duty Allowance with effect from 1.7.2005 for Essentially Intermittent categories
at the various places classified as ‘A-1’, ‘A’, B-1, B-2, and Ordinary localities including ‘C’
Class Cities.
S.No. Pay slabs in Vth A-1
Pay
Commission’s
scales of pay
A
B-1
B-2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
14.80
15.45
17.40
19.25
21.75
24.35
25.35
26.40
27.50
29.00
30.65
33.60
36.95
39.05
42.40
14.70
15.40
17.25
19.10
21.60
24.15
25.20
26.20
27.30
28.80
30.45
33.40
36.75
38.85
42.25
14.65
15.30
17.15
18.95
21.50
24.00
25.00
26.00
27.10
28.60
30.30
33.25
36.55
38.65
42.05
2550-2605
2606-2790
2791-3230
3231-3440
3441-4125
4126-4270
4271-4480
4481-4630
4631-4870
4871-5165
5166-5465
5466-6210
6211-6655
6656-6955
6956-7850
14.90
15.55
17.55
19.40
21.90
24.55
25.55
26.55
27.65
29.15
30.85
33.80
37.15
39.25
42.60
& above
RBE No.183/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)2003 QR 1-6 dated 28.10.05 (RBE No.183/05)
Ordinary
localities
including
‘C’ class
cities
14.50
15.20
16.95
18.75
21.30
23.65
24.65
25.65
26.75
28.25
29.95
32.85
36.20
38.30
41.65
Sub: Retention of Railway accommodation at the previous place of posting in favour of
officers/staff posted to new zones – clarification.
Under Railway Board’s instructions contained in letter of even number dated 30.6.2005 it was
provided that “in the event allotment of accommodation is offered to a Railway officer/staff at
the new place and he/she refuses to accept such allotment, such refusal would make the
employee ineligible for retention of Railway accommodation at the old place of posting”. In this
regard it is clarified that only refusal for acceptance of entitled category of accommodation by an
employee shall disqualify the employee and make him/her ineligible for retention of
accommodation at the old place of posting, as provided for in letter of even number dated
24.3.2005.
RBE No.184/2005
Board’s letter No. E(Sports)2004/Policy/2 dated 28.10.05 (RBE No.184/05)
Sub: Norms for recruitment against sports quota in the Railways.
Ref: Policy letter No.E(Sports)2000/Policy/2 dt.19.6.2000.
1.
Please refer to Para 4.2.1(v) of Board’s policy letter No.E(Sports)2000/Policy/2
dt.19.6.2000.
2.
Since there is a dispute between the two factions of the National School Games
Federations and the matter is sub-judice, it has been decided by the Board that till further orders,
any sports achievements in the National School Games, organized by any of the Federation,
should not be considered for recruitment against sports quota in the Railways. Therefore, Para
4.2.1(v) of above referred policy letter should be treated as deleted, till further orders.
RBE No.188/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)III/2005/PF1/2 dated 2.11.2005 (RBE No.188/05)
Sub: Amendment to IREC Vol. I (Fifth Edition 1985) (Second Reprint
Edition 2003) – Rules 925 (3), 925 (4) and 925 (5) thereof raising
the ceiling limit for final withdrawal.
In exercise of the powers conferred by proviso to article 309 of the Constitution, the President is
pleased to direct that Rules 925 (3), 925 (4) and 925 (5) of Indian Railway Establishment Code
Vol. I, Fifth Edition 1985 (Second Reprint Edition 2003) may be modified as per Advance
Correction Slip No.94 enclosed.
INDIAN RAILWAY ESTABLISHMENT CODE – VOLUME I FIFTH EDITION 1985(Second Reprint Edition 2003)
CHAPTER 9- STATE RAILWAY PROVIDENT FUND RULES
ADVANCE CORRECTION SLIP NO.94
Rule 925(3)(b)(I)
Replace clause (b)(i) of sub-rule (3) of Rules 925 by the following:(i)
Six months pay in the case of betrothal/marriage of subscriber or his/her son or
daughter, or any other female actually dependent on him/her”.
Rule 925 (3)(b) Note 2:
Replace Note 2 below clause (b) of sub-rule (3) of Rule 925 by the following:-
Note:2 – In special cases, the sanctioning authority may relax the limit at (I) above for marriage
of subscriber’s daughter keeping in view the status of the subscriber and the amount standing to
his/her credit in the Fund, but in no case should more than 15 months’ pay be sanctioned”.
Rule 925(4)
Insert the following as clause [c] below clause (b) of sub-rule (4) of Rule 925 and the existing
clause (c) may be renumbered as clause (d):-
“[c] In special cases, keeping in view the course of study, status of the subscriber and the amount
standing to his/her credit in the Fund, the sanctioning authority may relax the limit of three
months pay or half the amount standing to the credit of the subscriber in the Fund, whichever is
less, as laid down in proviso to Rule 923, but in no case should more than three fourths of the
amount standing to the credit of the subscriber in the Fund be sanctioned”.
Rule 925(5)
Insert the following as clause (b) below clause (a) of sub-rule (5) of Rule 925 and the existing
clauses (b) & (c) may be renumbered as clause (c) & (d):-
“(b) In special cases, keeping in view the type of illness, status of the subscriber and the amount
standing to his/her credit, the sanctioning authority may relax the limit laid down in proviso to
Rule 923, but in no case should more than three fourths of the amount standing to the credit of
the subscriber in the Fund be sanctioned”.
(Authority: Ministry of Railway’s letter No.F(E)III/2005/PF1/2 dated 2.11.2005).
RBE No.78/2004
Board’s letter No. PC-III/2004/CRC/7 dt.06.04.04 (RBE No.78/2004)
Sub: Restructuring of certain Group ‘C’ & ‘D’ cadres.
-
--
Please refer to this Ministry’s letter Nos. PC.III/2003/CRC/6 dated 09.10.2003 & 06.01.2004 and
PC-III/2003/CRC/7 dt.03.03.2004 (applicable to RDSO only) on the above subject.
2. ICF have raised doubts regarding the modified selection procedure as detailed in Para 4 of
Board’s letter dated 06.01.2004 and have sought further elaboration of this aspect. The issue has
been examined and it is clarified that the existing selection procedure should be modified to the
extent that the selection will be based only on scrutiny of service records and confidential reports
without holding any written and/or viva-voce tests. In this procedure, the Selection Board is
supposed to consider the claims of the eligible staff one by one in order of their seniority. It will
scrutinize the service records and confidential reports of staff beyond the number equal to the
number of posts calculated in terms of para 4.1 of Board’s restructuring order dated 06.01.2004
only to the extent the number of staff is found unsuitable for promotion. Further, while
implementing the restructuring on the basis of the above procedure, introductions contained in
Board’s letter No.E(NG)I-92/CR/3 dated 08.10.93 should be kept in view.
1. Railway were also advised vide Para 3 of Board’s letter dated 06.01.2004 that benefit
under Rule 1313 (FR-22)(I)(a) (1) R-II will no longer be available in the case of
movement from lower grade to higher grade in the non-functional situations where there
is no change in duties and responsibilities e.g. in the case of movement from Goods
Guards to Sr.Goods Guards and Goods Drivers to Sr.Goods Drivers etc. In the case of
such movement, the pay will be fixed under Rule 1313 (FR-22) (I) (a) (2) R-II and the
benefit of fixation under Rule 1313 (FR-22)(I)(a)(1 R-II will not be admissible on
functional promotion though in identical scale. Railways are further advised that where
an employee has already got the benefit of fixation under Rule 1313(FR-22)(I)(a)(1) R-II
on non-functional movement under the earlier scheme in vogue prior to implementation
of above restructuring orders, such an employee gets benefit of fixation under Rule 1313
(FR-22)(I)(a)(1) R-I twice on such type of movement.
The words “ parivahan (Vidyut) Vibhag” appearing in Annexure ‘B’ (Anubandh) of Hindi
version of Board’s letter No.PC-III/2003/CRC/6 dt.09.10.2003 may be corrected to read as
“Parivahan (Power) Vibha.
RBE No.190/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2005/TR/20 dated 9.11.2005 (RBE No.190/05)
Sub: Transfer on request from one seniority unit to another
Unit against direct recruitment quota.
In terms of instructions contained in this Ministry’s letter No.E(NG)I/99/TR/15 dated 8.2.2000,
transfer on request of Railway employees from one Railway/Division/Unit to another
Railway/Division/Unit in grades having an element of direct recruitment against DR quota post
is accepted on bottom seniority if the employee possesses the educational qualification
prescribed for direct recruitment to the post to which transfer is sought for.
1.1
Prior to issue of instructions contained in Board’s letter No.E(NG)II-98/RR1/107 dated
4.12.98, prescribing the minimum educational qualification for recruitment to Group D posts in
the pay scale of Rs.2550-3200 (RSRP) and Rs.2610-3540 (RSRP) as class VIII pass, no
qualification for induction in Group D was in force except in the case of Diesel/Electric/EMU
sheds and TMO for some time.
2.
In a few cases, qualifications for recruitment to Group C posts have also been revised in
the recent past e.g. Junior Engineer Gr.II (Signal) and (Telecommunication) and Supervisor
(P.Way). In case of recruitment to the post of Technician for Gr.III in the pay scale of Rs.30504590 the qualification of Matriculation has been retained only for appointment on compassionate
ground.
2.
The question whether Group D employees recruited prior to 4.12.98 without the condition
of qualification and those recruited to Group C posts with pre-revised qualification wherever the
qualifications have been revised, should be made eligible for transfer on request on bottom
seniority in grades having element of direct recruitment, has been considered carefully by the
Board. The issue has been raised in the PNM NFIR and by AIRF as well. It has been decided as
follows:-
(i)
Group D staff recruited prior to 4.12.98 without the condition of qualification and
those recruited after 4.12.98 with relaxation of qualification will be eligible to seek transfer on
request in recruitment grade on bottom seniority.
(ii)
In Group C in cases where qualification for recruitment has been revised, those
recruited with pre revised qualification will be eligible to seek transfer on request on bottom
seniority in recruitment grade. However, in case of Technician Gr.III since qualification of
Matriculation has been retained, though only for appointment on compassionate ground a person
having the qualification of Matriculation irrespective of whether he is a promotee or direct
recruit, will be eligible to seek transfer on request on bottom seniority as Technician Gr.III
against direct recruitment quota post.
RBE No.189/2005
Board’s letter No E(P&A)II-2005/RS-28 dated 8.11.2005 RBE No.189/05)
Sub: Merger of Dearness Allowance equal to 50% of basic pay with the
basic pay w.e.f. 1.4.2004 – PNM/NFIR agenda item No.57/2005.
The Staff side vide their cited Agenda item have demanded that consequent upon merger of DA
with pay, Dearness Pay should also be taken into account while calculating 30% of the basic pay
of running staff for the purpose of leave salary.
2.
Attention in this connection is invited to the instructions contained in Board’s letter
No.E(P&A)II-2004/RS-13 dated 30.6.2004 wherefrom it is evident that for the purpose of
calculating 30% of the basic pay of running staff under Rule 8(a) & Rule 25 of “The Rules for
payment of Running and other Allowances to the Running staff on Railways, 1981”, Dearness
Pay is also to be taken into account with effect from 1.4.2004
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.194/2005
Board’s letter No. 2005-E[SCT]I/25/14 dated 16-11-2005 (RBE No.194/05)
Sub: Implementation of Post Based Rosters for promotion from Group ‘C’ to Group ‘B’ and
within Group ‘B’ categories.
The matter regarding adoption of Post Based Rosters for promotion from Group ‘C’ to Group
‘B’ and within Group ‘B’ categories had been under consideration of the Board since long. It
has been decided that instructions as contained in Board’s letter No. 95-E[SCT]I/49/5[2] dated
21-8-97 should also apply for promotions from Group ‘C’ to Group ‘B’ and within Group ‘B’
categories. Further instructions as regards fixation of cadre strength in Group ‘B’ will follow.
RBE No.191/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/2004/RSRP/4 dated 14.11.2005 (RBE No.191/05)
Sub: Revision of pay scales – Amendment in IREM, Vol.I.
On acceptance of the recommendations of V CPC by the Government, revised pay scales have
been implemented in Ministry of Railways vide Railway Board’s letter No. PC-V/97/I/RSRP/1
dated 16.10.97.
Indian Railway Establishment Manual, Vol.I (1989 Edition ) may be amended incorporating the
above and related changes as per Advance Correction Slip (ACS) No.176 enclosed.
INDIAN RAILWAY ESTABLISHMENT MANUAL VOLUME-I (1989 EDITION)
Chapter-IV, Scales of pay applicable to Principal categories of Non-gazetted Staff.
Advance Correction Slip No.176.
RSRP 1997 (V Central Pay Commission) may be incorporated for the categories mentioned in
the Chapter.
[Authority: Board's letter No. PC-V/2004/RSRP/4 dated 14.11.2005]
Categories of posts
R.P.S.(IV Pay
Commission)
RSRP 1997 (V
Central Pay
Commission).
Rs.
RS.
Para 401 Civil Engineering Deptt.
Senior Section Engineer(P.Way, Works,
Bridges)
Section Engineer(P.Way, Works,
Bridges)
Junior Engineer-II(P.Way, Works,
Bridges)
Junior Engineer-I(P.Way, Works,
Bridges
Horticulture Mistry Gr.II(NR)
Horticulture Mistry Gr.II(DLW)
Horticulture Inspector
Worksmate
Mali
Skilled Artisan Gr.III
Skilled Artisan Gr.II
Skilled Artisan Gr.I
Maistries
Master Craftsmen
Para 402 Mechanical Engineering
2375-75-3200-EB100-3500
2000-60-2300-EB75-3200
1400-40-1800-502300
1600-50-2300-602660
7450-225-11500
6500-200-10500
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
4000-100-6000
4000-100-6000
1400-40-1800-50- 5000-150-80050
2300
800-1500-1010-20- 2750-70-38001150
4400
775-12-871-142650-65-3300-701025
4000
950-20-1150-25- 3050-75-3950-801500
4590
1200-30-1440-40- 4000-100-6000
1800
1320-30-1560-40- 4500-125-7000
2040
1400-40-1800-50- 5000-150-8000
2300
1400-40-1800-50- 5000-150-8000
2300
Deptt.
Senior Section Engineer(C&W)
Section Engineer(C&W)
Junior Engineer-II(C&W)
Junior Engineer-I(C&W)
Lab Attendant III
Lab Attendant II
Lab Attendant I
Lab Assistant III
Lab Assistant II
Lab Assistant I
Junior Chemical and Metallurgical
Assistant
Chemical and Metallurgical Assistant
Lab Superintendent
Superintendent/industrial
Engineering/Spectography/X-ray
Chief Power Controller, Chief Traction
Loco Controller, Chief Loco Inspector,
Loco Foreman ‘A” Fuel Inspector”A’,
Driving Inspector.
Loco Inspector ’B’ , Fuel Inspector ‘B’,
Driving Inspector, Power Controller,
Loco Foreman ‘B’, Traction Loco
Controller, Asstt. Loco Foreman [R],
Asst. Traction Loco Controller, Driving
Inspector, Power Controller
Para 403 Electrical Deptt.
Senior Section Engineer
Section Engineer
Junior Engineer-I
2375-75-3200-EB- 7450-225-11500
100-3500
2000-60-2300-EB- 6500-200-10500
75-3200
1600-50-2300-60- 5500-175-9000
2660
1400-40-1800-50- 5000-150-8000
2300
750- 12-870-14-940 2550-55-2660-603200
775-12-871-142610-60-3150-651025
3540
2650-65-3300-704000
3050-75-3950-804590
4000-100-6000
4500-125-7000
1320-30-1560-40- 5000-150-8000
2040
1400-40-1800-50- 5000-175-9000
2300
1640-60-2600-75- 6500-200-10500
2900
2000-60-2300-75- 7450-225-11500
3200
2375-75-3200-100- 7450-225-11500
3500
2000-60-2300-75- 6500-200-10500
3200
2375-75-3200-100- 7450-225-11500
3500
2000-60-2300-EB- 6500-200-10500
75-3200
1400-40-1800-50- 5000-150-8000
2300
Junior Engineer-II
1600-50-2300-60- 5500-175-9000
2660
Chief Power Controller, Traction Loco 2375-75-3200-100- 7450-225-11500
Controller, Chief Loco Inspector,Loco 3500
Foreman,’A’, Fuel Inspector ‘A’,
Driving Inspector
Loco Inspector ‘B’, Fuel Inspector, ‘B’, 2000-60-2300-EB- 6500-200-10500
Driving Inspector, Power Controller,
75-3200
Loco Foreman ‘B’, Traction Loco
Controller, Asst. Loco Foreman[R],
Asst. Traction Loco Controller, Driving
Inspector, Power Controller.
________________________________
Para 404 Signal & Telecom
Department.
Senior Section Engineer (Tele & Signal) 2375-75-3200-EB100-3500
Section Engineer-II(Tele&Signal)
2000-60-2300-EB75-3200
Junior Engineer-II(Tele & Signal)
1600-50-2300-602660
Junior Engineer-I(Tele & Signal)
1400-40-1800-502300
Senior Telephone Operator
1400-40-1800-502300
Head Telephone Operator
1600-50-2300-602660
Cipher Operator Gr.II
1400-40-1800-502300
Cipher Operator Gr.I
1600-50-2300-602660
Cipher Inspector
1600-50-2300-602660(+Rs.200 Spl.
Pay)
Sr. Wireless Operator/Inspector
1400-40-1800-50Wireless
2300
Sr. Wireless Operator/Inspector
1600-50-2300-60Wireless
2660
Chief inspector wireless (Traffic)
2000-60-2300-753200
Chief wireless traffic
1600-50-2300-60-
7450-225-11500
6500-200-10500
5500-175-9000
5000-150-8000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
6500-200-10500
(without Special
pay)
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
6500-200-10500
5500-175-9000
2660
Para 405 Transportation (Traffic) and
Commercial Deptt.
Asst. Station Master
1200-30-1560-402040
Asst. Station Master
1400-40-1800-502300
Asst. Station Master
1600-50-2300-602660
Station Master
1600-50-2300-602660
Head Signaller
1400-40-1800-502300
Inspector Wireless (Traffic) Gr.II
1600-50-2300-602660
Section Controller (Traffic)
1400-40-1600-502300-60-2600
Chief Train Clerk
1600-50-2300-602660
Head Train Clerk
1400-40-1800-502300
Train Clerk
1200-30-1560-402040
Train Clerk
950-20-1150-251400
Traffic Inspector Gr.III
1400-40-1800-502300
Traffic Inspector Gr.II
1600-50-2300-602660
Asst. Yard Master
1400-40-1800-502300
Yard Master
1600-50-2300-602660
Shunting Master Gr.I
1400-40-1800-502300
Head Commercial Clerk
1400-40-1800-502300
Chief Commercial Clerk
1600-50-2300-602660
Enquiry-cum-reservation Clerk
1200-30-1560-402040
Enquiry –cum-Reservation Clerk
1400-40-1800-502300
Reservation Supervisor-II
1600-50-2300-60-
4500-125-7000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
5500-175-9000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
5500-175-9000
5500-175-9000
5000-150-8000
4000-100-6000
3050-75-3950-804590
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
5000-150-8000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
4500-125-7000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
2660
Commercial Inspector Gr. IV
1400-40-1800-502300
Commercial Inspector Gr .III
1600-50-2300-602660
Head Ticket Collector/Senior Travelling 1400-40-1800-50Ticket Examiner/Conductor
2300
Travelling Ticket
1600-50-2300-60Inspector(TTI)/Conductor
2660
Rates Inspectors/Coal Inspector/Weigh 1400-40-1800-50Bridge Clerks.
2300
Rates Inspectors/Coal Inspector/Weigh 1600-50-2300-60Bridge Clerks
2660
Movement Inspector
1400-40-1800-502300
Movement Inspector
1600-50-2300-602660
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
Para 406 Loco Staff
Asst. Guard/ Brakesman(80%)
Senior Asst .Guard/Senior Brakesman
(20%)
Goods Guards (80%)
Senior Goods Guard(20%)
Passenger Guard (80%)
Senior Passenger Guard (20%_)
Mail/Express Guard (100%)
Second FM (80%)
Sr. Second FM(20%)
Asst. Loco Pilot(Diesel/Elec)
Sr.Asst.Loco Pilot (Diesel/Elec)
Loco Pilot (Shunting)Gr.II
Loco Pilot(Shunting) Gr.I
950-20-1150-251400
1200-30-1560-402040
1200-30-1560-402040
1350-30-1440-401800-50-2200
1350-30-1440-401800-50-2200
1400-40-1800-502300-60-2600
1400-40-1800-502300-60-2600
825-15-900-201200
950-20-1150-251400
950-20-1150-251400
1200-30-1560-402040
1200-30-1560-402040
1350-30-1440-401800-50-2200
3050-75-3950-804590
3050-75-3950-804590
4500-125-7000
5000-150-8000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
5500-175-9000
2750-70-3800-754400
3050-75-3950-804590
3050-75-3950-804590
4000-100-6000
4000-100-6000
5000-150-8000
Loco Pilot(Goods) Gr.Il
Loco Pilot(Goods) Gr.I
Loco Pilot (Passenger) Gr.II
Loco Pilot (Passenger) Gr.I
Loco Pilot (Mail)
1350-30-1440-401800-50-2200
1600-50-2300-602660
1600-50-2300-602660
1640-60-2600-752900
1640-60-2600-752900
5000-150-8000
950-20-1150-251500
1350-30-1440-401800-50-2200
1400-40-1800-502300
1400-40-1800-502300
1600-50-2300-602660
1200-30-1560-402040
1400-40-1800-502300-60-2600
1400-40-1800-502300-60-2600
3050-75-3950-804590
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
5500-175-9000
6000-190-9800
6000-190-9800
Para 407 Accounts Department
Accounts Clerk
Finger print Examiner
Sr/Finger Print Examiner
Head Shroff/Cashier Gr.I
Asst.Divl.Cashier/Inspector of Cashier
(also selection grade for cashiers)
Jr.Accounts Assts.
Accounts Assts.
Stock verifier
Sr.Stock Verifier
Section Officers/Inspectors of
Accounts/Cost Accounts (20%)
Sr.Section Officers/Sr.Inspectors of
Accounts/Sr.Cost Accountants (80%)
Para 408 Clerical Staff (other than
Accounts)
Jr.Time keepers
Sr.Time Keepers
Head time keepers
Chief time keepers
Superintendent
5500-175-9000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
4500-125-7000
5500-175-9000
5500-175-9000
6500-200-10500
1640-60-2600-75- 6500-200-10500
2900
2000-60-2300-EB- 7450-225-11500
75-3200
950-20-1150-251500
1200-30-1560-402040
1400-40-1800-502300
1600-50-2300-602660
-
3050-75-3950-804590
4500-125-7000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
6500-200-10500
Typists
Typists
Jr.Clerk
Sr.clerks
Head clerks
Senior clerks
Office Supdt.Gr.II
Office Supdt. Gr.I
Chief Office Supdt.
Stenographer attached to
HAG/HODs/DRMs/Director (CTI)
Stenographers attached to
SAG/SAG(CTI)
Para 409 General Administration
Deptt.
Personnel Inspector/Welfare
Inspector/HOER Inspector Gr.III.
Sr.Personnel Inspector/Welfare
Inspector / HOER Inspector Gr.II
PI Gr.I/HOER Inspector Gr.I/WI Gr.I
CPI/Ch.HOER Inspector/CLWI
Data entry operator
Data entry operator/console operator
Law Assistant
Chief Law Assistant
Statistical Inspector
Statistical Inspector
1400-40-1800-502300
1600-50-2300-602660
950-20-1150-251500
1200-30-1560-402040
1400-40-1800-502300
1200-30-1560-402040+Rs.70
(Spl.pay)
1600-50-2300-602660
2000-60-2300-753200
-
5000-150-8000
7450-225-11500
7500-250-12000
-
6500-200-10500
1400-40-1800-502300
1600-50-2300-602660
2000-60-2300-753200
1400-40-1800-502300
1600-50-2300-602660
1600-50-2300-602660
2000-60-2300-753200
1400-40-1800-502300
1600-50-2300-602660
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
3050-75-3950-804590
4500-125-7000
5000-150-8000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
6500-200-10500
5500-175-9000
6500-200-10500
7450-225-11500
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
6500-200-10500
7450-225-11500
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
Para 410 Stores Department.
Junior Engineer Gr.II
Jr.Engineer Gr.I
Depot Store Keeper Gr.III
Depot Store Keeper Gr.II
Depot Store Keeper Gr.I
Depot Stores Supdt.
Shipping inspector
Senior Shipping Inspector
Chief Shipping Inspector
Head Shipping Inspector
Para 411 Printing Press staff.
Sr. Section Engineer (Printing)
Section Engineer (Printing)
Junior Engineer -I (Printing)
Junior Engineer II (Printing)
Para 412 Medical Deptt.
Asst Cook
Cook
Senior cook
Master cook
Auxiliary Nurse Cum Midwife
Auxiliary Nurse Cum Midwife
1400-40-1800-502300
1600-50-2300-602660
1400-40-1800-502300
1600-50-2300-602660
2000-60-2300-753200
1400-40-1800-502300
1600-50-2300-602660
2000-60-2300-753200
-
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
6500-200-10500
7450-225-11500
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
6500-200-10500
7450-225-11500
2375-75-3200-EB100-3500
2000-60-2300-753200
1400-40-1800-502300
1600-50-2300-602660
7450-225-11500
800-1500-1010-201150
950-20-1150-251500
1200-30-1560-402040
975-25-150-301540
1200-30-1560-402040
2650-65-3300-704000
3050-75-3950-804590
4000-100-6000
6500-200-10500
4500-125-7000
5000-150-8000
5000-150-8000
4000-100-6000
4500-125-7000
Staff nurse
1400-40-1500-50- 5000-150-8000
2300-60-2600
Nursing sister
1640-60-2600-75- 5500-175-9000
2900
Matron
2000-60-2300-75- 6500-200-10500
3200
Chief Matron
7450-225-11500
Asst. Nursing officer
2375-75-3200-100- 7500-250-12000
3500-125-3750
Cardiac Cath Lab. Technicians/
5000-150-8000
Dietician
1400-40-1800-50- 5500-175-9000
2300
Sr. Dietician
6500-200-10500
Asst. Dietetics officer
7500-250-12000
Dresser III/OTA III
800-1500-1010-20- 3050-75-3950-801150
4590
Dresser II/OTA II
825-15-900-204000-100-6000
1200/ 950-20-115025-1500
Dresser I/OTA I
4500-125-7000
Extension educator
1600-50-2300-60- 5500-175-9000
2660
Dt. Extension Educator/Statistical Asst. 2000-60-2300-75- 6500-200-10500
3200
Extension Educator
7450-225-11500
Asst. health education officer
7500-250-12000
Heamodialysis Technicians
1400-40-1800-50- 5000-150-8000
2300
Health and Malaria Inspector Gr.III(IV) 1200-30-1560-40- 5500-175-9000
2040
Health and Malaria Inspector Gr.III
1400-40-1800-50- 5500-175-9000
2300
Health and Malaria Inspector Gr.II
1600-50-2300-60- 6500-200-10500
2660
Health And Maleria Inspector Gr.I
2000-60-2300-75- 7450-225-11500
3200
Asst.Health Officer
7500-250-12000
Hospital Safaiwala
750-12-870-14-940 2550-55-2660-603200
Conservancy Safaiwala
775-12-871-142610-60-3150-651025
3540
Safaiwala Jamedar
800-15-1010-20- 2650-65-330-701150
4000
Sr.Safaiwala Jamedar
825-15-900-202750-70-3800-75-
Lab Attendant III
Lab Attendant II.
Lab Attendant I.
Lab Asst.II
Lab Asst.I
Lab Technician/Asst.Chemist
Chemist/Laboratory Supdt. Gr.II
Lab Supdt. II
Lab Supdt.I
Chief Lab Supdt.
Lady Health visitor
Sr.Lady Health visitor
Head Lady Health visitor
Occupational therapist
Pharmacist Gr.III
Pharmacist Gr.II
Pharmacist Gr.I
Chief Pharmacist Gr.II
Chief Pharmacist Gr.I
Asst. Pharmacy Officer
Physicist (BR Singh Hospital Eastern
Railway)
Physicist (BR Singh Hospital Eastern
Railway)
Physiotherapist Gr.II
Physiotherapist Gr.I
Asst. Physiotherapy Officer
1200
775-12-871-141025
800-15-1010-201150
975-25-150-301540
1200-30-1560-402040
1320-30-1560-402040
1400-40-1800-502300
1640-60-2600-752900
1200-30-1560-402040
1400-40-1800-502300
1350-30-1440-401800-50-2200
1400-40-1800-502300-60-2600
1640-60-2660-752900
1640-60-2660-752900
-
4400
2610-60-3150-653540
2650-65-330-704000
2750-70-3800-754400
3200-85-4900
4000-100-6000
4500-125-7000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
6500-200-10500
7450-225-11500
4000-100-6000
4500-125-7000
5500-175-9000
5500-175-9000
4500-125-7000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
6500-200-10500
7450-225-11500
7500-250-12000
6500-200-10500
7500-25012000[ACP]
1400-40-1800-50- 5500-175-9000
2300
2000-60-2300-75- 6500-200-10500
3200
7500-250-12000
Radiographer Gr.III
975-25-150-301540
4000-100-6000
Para 413 Security Deptt.
Inspector Gr.I
Inspector Gr.II
Sub-Inspector
Asst.Sub.Inspector
Head constable
Naik (will be designated as head
constable)
Constable
Para 414 Technical Training Schools
and Basic Training Centres)
Trained Graduate Teacher/ Headmaster,
Primary School (Entry Scale)
Trained Graduate Teacher/ Headmaster,
Primary School(Sr.Scale)
Trained Graduate Teacher/ Headmaster,
Primary School (Selection Scale)
Post Graduate Teacher/ Headmaster,
Middle School (Entry Scale)
Post Graduate Teacher/ Headmaster,
Middle School (Sr.Scale)
Physical Training Instructor Gr.I/ Craft
Teacher/Dance Teacher/Demonstrator
(Basic Grade)
Physical Training Instructor Gr.I /Craft
Teacher/ Dance Teacher/Demonstrator
(Sr.Grade)
Physical Training Instructor Gr.I /Craft
Teacher/Dance Teacher/ Demonstrator
(Selection Grade)
2000-60-2300-75- 6500-2003200
10500+200 Spl.
Pay
1640-60-2660-75- 6500-200-10500
2900
1400-40-1800-50- 5500-175-9000
2300
1320-30-1560-40- 4000-100-6000
2040
975-25-1150-30- 3200-85-4900+Spl
1540
Pay of Rs.50/- for
existing
incumbents only
950-20-1150-25- 3200-85-4900
1500
825-15-900-203050-75-3950-801200+ advance
4590
increments
1400-40-1800-502300-80-2600
1640-60-2600-752900
2000-60-2300-753200-100-3500
1640-60-2600-752900
2000-60-2300-753200-100-3500
1400-40-1600-502300-60-2600
5500-175-9000
6500-200-10500
7500-250-12000
6500-200-10500
7500-250-12000
5500-175-9000
1640-60-2600-75- 6500-200-12000
2900
2000-60-2300-75- 7500-250-12000
3200-100-3500
Primary School Teacher (Entry Scale)
1200-30-1560-402040
Primary School Teacher (Sr.Scale)
1400-40-1800-502300-60-2600
Primary School Teacher (Selection
1640-60-2600-75Scale)
2900
Music Teacher (Primary Teacher )
1200-30-1560-40(Basic Grade)
2040
Music Teacher (Primary Teacher)
1400-40-1600-50(Sr.Grade)
2300-60-2600
Music Teacher (Primary Teacher)
1640-60-2600-75(Selection Grade)
2900
Head Of Technical Staff (Basic Grade) 2000-60-2300-753200-100-3500
House keeper in Oak grove school,
1200-30-1560-40Jharipani
2040
Domestic Science Teacher (Gr.I/Drg.
1400-40-1600-50Teacher Gr.I/Music Teacher Gr.I
2300-60-2600
language teacher (TGT) (Basic Grade)
Domestic Science Teacher (Gr.I/Drg.
1640-60-2600-75Teacher Gr.I Music Teacher Gr.I
2900
Language teacher (TGT) (Sr.grade)
Domestic Science Teacher (Gr.I/Drg.
2000-60-2300-75Teacher Gr.I/Music Teacher Gr.I
3200-100-3500
Language Teacher (TGT) (Selection
Grade)
Head Master/ Head Mistress Of
2000-60-2300-75Secondary High School (Basic Grade) 3200-100-3500
Instructor Tech. Group/ Manual
1400-40-1600-50Instructor/ Asst. Instructor/Instructor for 2300-60-2600
Workshop (Basic grade)
Instructor Tech. Group/Manual
1640-60-2600-75Instructor /Asst. Instructor for Workshop 2900
(Sr.Grade)
Instructor Tech. Group/Manual
2000-60-2300-75Instructor /Asst. Instructor for Workshop 3200-100-3500
(Selection Grade)
Commercial Instructor (Basic Grade)
1200-30-1560-402040
Commercial Instructor (Senior Grade) 1400-40-1600-502300-60-2600
Commercial Instructor (Selection Grade) 1640-60-2600-752900
School Librarians (Basic Grade)
1200-30-1560-40-
4500-125-7000
5500-175-9000
6500-200-10500
4500-125-7000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
7500-250-12000
4000-100-6000
5500-175-9000
6500-200-12000
7500-250-12000
7500-250-12000
5500-175-9000
6500-200-12000
7500-250-12000
4500-125-7000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
4500-125-7000
School Librarians (Sr.Grade)
School Librarians (Selection Grade)
School Librarians (Selection Grade)
Library And Information Assistant
Demonstrator Tutors
2040
1400-40-1600-50- 5500-175-9000
2300-60-2600
1640-60-2600-75- 6500-200-12000
2900
1400-40-1600-50- 5500-175-9000
2300-60-2600
1740-60-2700-EB- 5500-175-9000
75-3000
Para 415 Drawing Office Staff (All
Deptt.)
Draftsman/Design Asst,/Sr.Estimator
1400-40-1800-502300
Head Draftsman/Head Design Asst. /
1600-50-2300-60Head Estimator.
2660
Jr.Design Asst.
1400-40-1800-502300
Sr.Design Asst.
1600-50-2300-602660
Draftsman
1400-40-1800-502300
Head Draftsman/Sr.Jig & Tool Designer 1600-50-2300-602660
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
416 Misc. Categories
Khalasis In Diesel/Electric Loco/ EMU Sheds
Traffic Supervisor (Metro Railway)
1400-40-1800-502300
Sr.Traffic Supervisor (Metro Railway) 1600-50-2300-602660
Tower Wagon Drivers (Wr)
1320-30-1560-402040
Catering Supervisor Gr.I/Inspector
1400-40-1800-50Gr.III
2300
Catering Inspector Gr.II
1600-50-2300-602660
Safaiwala/Cleaner/ Washboy/
750-12-870-14-940
Watchman/ Tea-Cofee Maker/Vendor
Gr.III/ Kitchen Asst.Gr.II
Bearer Gr.II/Vendor Gr.II/ Kitchen
775-12-871-14Asst.Gr.II/ Salesman Gr.II
1020
Vendor Gr.I
800-15-1010-201150
3050-75-3950-804590
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
4500-125-7000
5000-150-8000
5500-175-9000
2550-55-2660-603200
2610-60-3150-653540
2650-65-3330-704000
Salesman Gr.I
825-15-900-201200
Asst.Cooks/Assistant Halwai
800-15-1010-201150
Cook Gr.II/Halwai Gr.II
825-15-900-201200
Master Cook
Cook Grade I/Halwai Gr.I
950-20-1150-251400
Halwai Gr.I
975-25-1150-301540
Sr.Cook.
1320-30-1560-402040
Stores Keeper Gr.II/Clerk/Asst. Canteen 825-15-900-20Manager
1200
Clerk/Cashier/Asst.Canteen Manager
950-20-1150-251400
Stores Keeper Gr.I /Accountant/
975-25-1150-30Canteen Manager Gr.II
1540
Sr.Canteen Manager
1600-50-2300-602660
Head Canteen Manager
1640-60-2600-752900
Asst.Cook
Cook
-
Head Cook.
-
2750-70-3800-754400
2650-65-3300-704000
3050-75-3950-804590
5000-150-8000
3200-85-4900
3200-85-4900
4000-100-6000
3050-75-3950-804590
3050-75-3950-804590
3200-85-4900
5500-150-8000
5500-175-9000
2650-65-3300-704000
3050-75-3950-804590
4500-125-7000
RBE No 186/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-III/2005/CRC/11 dated 28.10.2005 ( RBE No 186/05.)
Sub: Cadre Restructuring of Group ‘C’ & ‘D’ permanent
staff in Centralised Training Institutes.
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Reference Railway Ministry’s letter of even number dated 14.09.2005 laying down the
instructions & percentage distribution of posts for cadre restructuring of Group ‘C’ & ‘D’
permanent staff in Centralised Training Institutes.
The Board desire to incorporate the following instructions as para 17 below para 16 of Board’s
letter of even number dated 14.09.2005:-
Introduction of Multi
17.
skilling – merger of ESM &
MSM
The concept of Multi-skilling is to be introduced by
merging the categories of Electric Signal Maintainers
(ESMs) and Mechanical Signal Maintaianers (MSMs) and
a unified cadre of Signal Maintainers should be
introduced. While the revised percentage distribution of
posts as indicated below this para should be implemented
in the unified cadre of Signal Maintainers based on the
integrated seniority list, the duties, responsibilities and
functions being performed by the employees of the
respective cadres will be combined in a phased manner.
Each member of the cadre will have to be equipped with
necessary skills and functions through proper training and
development. The categories of ESMs & MSMs will be
merged by integrating the seniority of the employees
working in respective grades with reference to length of
non-fortuitous service in the relevant grade keeping the
inter-se-seniority in the respective group intact. The
recruitment and promotion pattern as applicable to the
Electric Signal Maintainers will be followed in the unified
cadre of Signal Maintainers.
Further to the above, following percentage distribution of posts prescribed for Signal
Maintainers/TCMs & WTMs of Signal & Telecommunication Department may also be
incorporated in Annexure “C” of Board’s letter of even number dated 14.09.2005:-
CATEGORY
GRADE (Rs.)
EXISTING %AGE
REVISED%AGE
Signal Maintainers*/
5000-8000
10
16
TCMs/WTMs
4500-7000
50
53
4000-6000
25
20
3050-4590
15
11
*Foot Note : ( i) The revised percentage distribution of posts will be made applicable in the
unified cadre as per the provisions contained in para 17 incorporated in Board’s letter dated
14.09.2005 vide this letter.
(ii) Existing Note to Annexure ‘C’ as issued in letter dated 14.09.2005.
RBE
No.197/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)III/2005/PN1/37 dated 17.11.2005 (RBE No.197/05)
Sub: Acceptance of Legal guardianship provided under National Trust Act,1999 for grant of
family pension to mentally retarded son/daughter of a railway servant.
In terms of proviso to Rule 75(6) of Railway services (pension) Rules,1993 as amended vide
Gazette Notification No.F(E)III/94/PN1/31/Amendment dt.3.2.1995 and
No.F(E)III/99/PBN1/38/Modification dated 23.5.2000, family pension for life in respect of
mentally retarded son or daughter shall be payable to a person nominated by the railway servant
or the pensioner, as the case may be, and in case no nomination was furnished to the Head of
Office by such Railway servant or pensioner during his/her life time, to the person nominated by
the spouse of such Railway servant or family pensioner, as the case may be, later on. In case no
nomination was filed by the Railway servant or the pensioner, as the case may be, or by the
spouse or family pensioner later on, family pension in respect of mentally retarded son or
daughter shall be paid through the guardian, as if he/she were a minor, on the basis of
guardianship certificate or the guardian appointed by a court.
Instances of non-acceptance by certain Zonal Railways of the guardianship certificate issued by
the Local Level Committee headed by the District Collector constituted under the National Trust
Act,1999 for the Welfare of Persons with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation and
Multiple Disabilities, have come to the notice of Board. Board desire that in those cases where
the Railway servant or the pensioner or the spouse, or the family pensioner, as the case may be,
did not nominate a person to receive family pension for life in respect of his/her mentally
retarded son or daughter, family pension may be sanctioned and released through the person in
favour of whom legal Guardianship has been provided duly stating the purpose as for receipt of
family pension, by the Local Level Committee, a statutory body constituted under the National
Trust Act,199, without insisting on guardianship certificate from a court.
RBE No.198/2005
Board’s letter No. E[NG]II/2000/RC-1/Genl./16 dtd 17-11-2005 (RBE No.198/05)
Sub: Appointment on compassionate ground of wards of deceased/medical invalidation
employees who are diploma holders.
Instructions have been issued vide Board’s letter No. E[NG]II/2000/RR-1/47 dated 3-8-2001
laying down the Educational qualification for recruitment to JE-II posts in scales Rs.5000-8000
as Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics Engineering.
2.
In the above context, item No. 23/2005 has been tabled by the staff- side in the
PNM/NFIR stating that wards of deceased employees who are diploma holders are not being
considered for the post of JE-II and are being offered lower posts.
3.
The matter has been reviewed and it has been decided that compassionate appointment of
wards of deceased employees, who are diploma holders should normally be considered for JE-II
post subject to the availability of vacancies and the candidate being found eligible and suitable
for the post.
RBE No.159/2005
Board’s letter No. F[E]II/2005/DE/2 dated 23-11-2005 (RBE No.159/05)
Sub: Extension of deputation / foreign service.
Ref: Railway Board’s letter No. . F[E]II/2005/DE 1/1 dated 05-12-1994.
***
A copy of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions [Department of
Personnel and Training]’s Office Memorandum No. 6/7/2003-Estt.[pay.II] dated 3rd November,
2004 on the above cited subject is sent herewith for information and guidance. The Cases of
extensions of deputation / foreign service may be processed in strict observance of the
instructions reiterated.
Copy of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions [Department of Personnel and
Training]’s Office Memorandum No. 6/7/2003-Estt.[pay.II] dated 3rd November, 2004
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Sub: Extension of deputation / foreign service
The undersigned is directed to invite reference to para 8.4 of Department of Personnel and
Training O.M. No. 2/29/91-Estt [Pay.II] dated 5th January, 1994 and to say that above
instructions inter-alia provide that in cases where extension is beyond the fifth year or second
year in excess of the period prescribed in the Recruitment Rules, the same would be allowed
only after obtaining the approval of the Department of Personnel and Training, whether Central
Government is the lending organization or the borrowing organization. The instructions lay
down that proposal in this regard should reach this Department with the approval of the Minister
of the borrowing Department at least three months before the expiry of the extended tenure
with full particulars. The prescribed check-list has to be annexed with the proposal.
2.
Instances have come to the notice of this Department where these instructions are not
being followed. The proposal for extensions/ regularizing the overstayal period of deputation /
foreign service beyond 5th year are sent in a routine manner although it is laid down that
extension should be granted only in rare and exceptional circumstances. Frequently cases are
received after the expiry of the period for which extension is to be given.
3.
It is reiterated that the proposals for extensions may be sent to this Department only in
rare and exceptional circumstances where extension in the period of deputation is considered
absolutely necessary. The proposals should reach this Department with the approval of the
Minister of the borrowing Department at least three months before the expiry of the extended
tenure, with full particulars.
RBE No.195/2005
Board’s letter No. E[NG]II/2005/RR-1/14 dated 16-11-2005 (RBE No.195/05)
Sub: Recognition of certificate of Madhyama / Prathama pass from Bihar Sanskrit Shiksha
Board, Patna for the purpose of recruitment on the Railways.
A number of Zonal Railways and Railway Recruitment Board’s have sought clarification as to
whether the certificate of Madhyama / Prathama pass awarded by Bihar Sanskrit Shiksha Board,
Patna is recognized for the purpose of recruitment on the Railways.
The matter has been examined in consultation with Department of Personnel & Training and it
is clarified that Bihar Sanskrit Shiksha Board, Patna is not a recognized Institution and aforesaid
certificates awarded by them are also not recognized for the purpose of appointment / promotion
in the Central Government.
RBE No. 192/2005
Board’s letter No. E(W)97 PS 5-1/71 Dated 14-11-2005 (RBE No. 192/05)
Sub: Grant of Privilege Passes/PTOs to dependent relatives –
Raising the income ceiling.
Reference is invited to Board’s letter of even number dated 20-05-2005 on the above mentioned
subject, whereby the income ceiling for dependency was revised w.e.f. 01.01.2005 as Rs.2633/p.m. i.e. Rs.1500/- (pension/family pension) plus Rs.750/- [DP] + 17% of Rs.2250 [1500+750]
or 15% of the pay of Railway servant, whichever is more.
2
Consequent upon increase in Dearness Relief to pensioners/family pensioners, w.e.f.
1.7.2005 in terms of Board’s Circular No.PC-V/97/I/9/6 dated 27.10.2005 a dependent relative in
relation to a Railway servant as described in Railway Servants (Pass) Rules, 1986 shall be
deemed to be wholly dependent on the Railway servant only if his/her income w.e.f. 1.7.2005
including pension, dearness pay and dearness relief in terms of Board’s letter No.PC-V/97/I/9/6
dated 27.10.2005 does not exceed Rs.2723/- i.e. Rs.1500/- (pension/family pension)+ Rs.750
(DP) + 21% of Rs.2250 (1500+750) or 15% of the pay of Railway servant, whichever is more.
RBE No.48/2005
Board’s letter No. E(RRB)2003/25/7 dated 21.3.2005 (RBE No.48/05)
Sub: Review of qualifying nature of Psychological Tests re-named as
Aptitude Test on Indian Railways for direct recruitment of ASM,
Diesel/Electric Assistant and Motorman.
Ref: Board’s letter of even number dated 4.6.2003 (RBE No.90/2003).
An Advisory Committee constituted by the Railway Board has reviewed “the relationship
between the Written Examination and the Aptitude Test in respect of Assistant Station Masters
and Assistant Drivers (Ref.RDSO’s Study Report No.PT-23 of Mary’2004)”.
Board has considered the recommendations of the Committee and has decided that the railways
may switch back to the earlier system of multiple cut off and qualifying status for the Aptitude
Test. Low performers on the Aptitude Test should not be empanelled even if they score high in
the written examination. In other words, if a candidate scores less than the cut off marks in any
sub test of Aptitude Test, he should be eliminated from the selection process. System of adding
marks of Aptitude Test to the marks obtained in the written examination will, however, continue
for the purpose of preparing the merit list.
Revised instructions shall come into force with immediate effect and shall also cover the
Aptitude Tests for the post of ASM, Diesel/Electric Assistant and Motorman where employment
notice(s) have already been issued/written examination already conducted but the Aptitude Test
is yet to be done.
RBE No.18/2005
Board’s letter No. E(D&A)2004/RG 6-40 dated 28.1.2005 (RBE No.18/05)
Sub: Placement of Group ‘B’ Officers against whom disciplinary/
court proceedings etc. are pending, in the higher pay scale of
Rs.8000-13500/- – Procedure and guidelines to be followed.
Attention is invited to Board’s letter No.E(GP)2003/2/22 dated 16.6.2003 outlining the
procedure to be followed for placement of 80% Group ‘B’ officers in scale Rs.7500-12000/-, in
the higher Group ‘B’ scale of Rs.8000-13500/-.
2.
Board have decided that the sealed cover procedure as laid down in their letter
No.E(D&A)92/RG 6-149(B) dated 21.1.1993 would be applicable also in respect of placement
of Group B Officers in the higher scale of Rs.8000-13500/-. Since the date of effect of
placement in the higher scale is 1st January and 1st July every year, sealed cover procedure would
apply only if the officer is under suspension or disciplinary/court proceedings are pending
against him as on 1st Januar/1st July and not as on the date his case for placement in higher scale
is actually considered by the Committee of HODs. In case of initial placement in the year 2003,
application of sealed cover procedure in a case would depend upon the position as on 25.4.2003
i.e. the date from which the placement in the higher pay scale was initially made effective .
3.
Board have also decided that the eligibility of a Group ‘B’ Officer; findings in respect of
whom were kept in sealed cover by the Committee, for placement in the higher scale of Rs.800013500/- on conclusion of disciplinary proceedings etc; shall be decided in accordance with the
procedure contained in para 3.2 of Board’s letter dated 21.1.1993 referred to ibid as modified by
their letter No. E(D&A)95/RG –6- 65 dated 17.1.96.
RBE No.202 /2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2005/6/7 dated 22.11.05 (RBE No.202 / 05)
Sub: Cost of training for apprentices engaged under Apprentices Act,.1961
Head of account for booking expenditure on –
Ref: Board’s letter No.E(TRG)l76(33)/44 dated 20.3.79.
The Railway Ministry have decided that the expenditure incurred on the training of Apprentices
recruited under Apprentices Act, 1961 who are imparted training in Railway Establishments
including the Railway Workshops, RDSO & Metro may be booked under the sub-detailed Head
K-12-512 under Demand No.12. Since demand No.12 is not in operation in Production Units,
the cost of training of Act Apprentices in PUs may be booked under WMS head only.
Reimbursement of the cost of related instructions from the Government should be strictly
ensured and should be taken as a minus debit to the concerned Head of account. Necessary
Budget provision may, therefore, be made accordingly.
2.
This issues in consultation with the associate finance and the Budget Branch of the
Railway Board.
RBE No.200/2005
Board’s letter No. E(GP)2005/2/61 dated 22.11.2005 (RBE No.200/05)
Sub: Fixation of Group ‘B’ cadre for operation of post based roster for promotion from Group C
to Group B and within Group ‘B’
Please refer to Board’s letter No.2005-E(SCT)I/25/14 dated 16.11.2005 regarding adoption of
post based roster for promotions from Group ‘C’ to Group ‘B’ and within Group ‘B’. For
operation of post based roster, the Group ‘B’ cadre strength may be fixed as follows:
Fixation of Group B cadre for promotions
from Group C to Group B
The Group ‘B’ cadre strength in each of the 8 major departments may be fixed by the Railways
by adopting the following percentages on the combined cadre strength of Jr.Scale/Group ‘B’ in
each Department, as on 01.04.2005:
Department
post
CIVIL
Percentage of Group ‘B’
78.42
TRAFFIC
75.52
MECHANICAL
72.75
ELECTRICAL
66..60
S&T
73.30
STORES
73.49
ACCOUNTS
77.08
PERSONNEL
80.40
(These percentages are w.r.t. the revised Jr. Scale (Group ‘A’) Cadre strength as on 01.04.2005
for the respective departments).
2.0
If, in any department, the total number of Group ‘B’ Officers working against the posts
of Asst. Officers is more than the Group ‘B’ cadre strength so fixed, the roster should be
expanded and operated accordingly till such time the excess number is worked off in future.
3.0
Any fresh creation of posts of Asst. Officers, whether work charged or revenue posts,
may be added to the fixed cadre strength of Group ‘B’ and the rosters expanded accordingly.
4.0
Since the Group B cadre strength is already fixed in Misc. Departments like Hindi, Law,
Printing & Sty. and Public Relations etc., post based rosters may be implemented while making
promotions to the Group B posts in these Departments.
RBE No.201/2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2005/3/14 dated 22.11.05 (RBE No.201/05)
Sub: Posting of faculty members to training centre – their tenure.
Kindly refer Board’s letter dated 27.8.04 (RBE No.191/2004) advising therein the procedure for
filling up and observance of tenure of ex-cadre posts in Group ‘C’ & ‘D’ staff. The matter has
been considered and it has been decided that the tenure of the faculty members shall not exceed 8
years as stipulated in Board’s letter No.E(MPP)93/12/13 dated 28.7.97 and E(MPP)2001/19/3Recom.37 dated 29.6.01 (RBE No.127/2001).
RBE No.205/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A)I-2005/ALL/RPF/2 dated 29.11.2005 (RBE No.205/05)
Sub: Grant of Ration Money in lieu of Ration subsidy and Extra Duty Allowance to Nongazetted RPF/RPSF personnel with effect from 1st August 1997 on introduction of revised scales
of pay on the recommendations of V Central Pay Commission – Revised thereof.
In terms of the instructions contained in Board’s letters of even number dated 5.6.2002 and
30.12.2004, the Ration Money Allowance @ Rs.681/- per head per month is presently being
granted to non-gazetted RPF/RPSF personnel on the Railways. The Ministry of Railways (
Railway Board) have now decided that the non-gazetted RPF/RPSF personnel upto the rank of
Inspector Grade I (Rs.6500-10500) shall now be entitled to Ration Money Allowance @
Rs.680/- per head per month w.e.f. 1.4.2005 to 31.3.2006.
The other terms and conditions as stipulated in Board’s letter No.E(P&AI-98/ALL/RPF/1 dated
1.4.1998 shall remain unchanged.
This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.209/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-90/PM7/34/Vol.III dated 2.12.2005 (RBE No.209/05)
Sub: Filling up the posts of Diesel & Elec.Assistants in the pay scale of Rs.3050-4590
earmarked for lateral induction from maintenance staff of Diesel & Electric Loco Sheds.
In terms of extant procedure 50% of the posts of Diesel/Elec.Assistants (since re-designated as
Asst.Loco Pilots/Diesel/Elec.) in the pay scale of Rs.3050-4590 are filled by lateral induction by
selection from amongst Skilled Grade III maintenance staff in Diesel/Elec.Loco Sheds with three
years’ service as Skilled Gr.III and possessing qualification of course completed Act
Apprenticeship in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics Engg. trades or Matriculates with ITI as an
additional preferable qualification in these trades with upper age limit not exceeding 35 years (40
years in the case of SC/ST); shortfall being made good from amongst Skilled Grade III staff with
less than 3 years’ service but with a total service of 6 years and Diesel/Elec.Loco Group D staff
with 6 years’ service fulfilling the conditions of qualifications and age.
2.
NFIR in the PNM at Board’s level have brought to Board’s notice that the Zonal Railways
are not conducting selections regularly for filling up the promotion quota posts in the category of
Asst.Loco Pilots (Diesel/Elec) as a result of which staff in the Diesel/Elec.Loco Sheds become
over-aged and are thus rendered ineligible. They have, therefore, demanded that:-
(i)
upper age limit should be enhanced as applicable for appearing in GDCE; and
(ii)
Zonal Railways should be directed to hold regular selections for filling up promotion
quota posts of Asst.Loco Pilots (Diesel/Elec.).
3.
The Board have considered the matter carefully. While it is not possible to enhance the
upper age limit as demanded by the Federation in view of the requirement of service, Board have
taken a serious note of delay in conducting selections for lateral induction, etc. from amongst
maintenance staff of Diesel/Elec.Sha
QSZeds for filling up the posts of Asst.Loco Pilots
(Diese/Elec). Board, therefore, desire that selections for filling up the promotion quota posts in
the category of Asst. Loco Pilots (Diesel/Elec) should be conducted regularly on yearly basis; the
cut off date for fulfilling eligibility conditions being the date of issue of notification inviting
options for lateral induction/selection. This should be ensured by appropriate monitoring at the
level of CPO and CME/COM.
RBE No.206/2005
Board’s letter No. E(P&A)II-2005/RS-24 dt.1.12.2005. (RBE No.206/05)
Sub: Filling up posts of Loco Inspectors.
Doubts have been raised by some of the Zonal Railways regarding eligibility and selection of
medically decategorised drivers to the post of Loco Inspector.
2.
It is clarified that in terms of Board’s letter No.E(P&A)II-83/RS-10(iv) dated 25.11.1992,
Drivers in the pay scale of Rs.5000-8000 and above, who are medically decategorised upto Class
“A-3”, are eligible to be considered for the post of Loco Inspector. For them, it will be a case of
absorption in alternative employment in the post of Loco Inspector for which the same procedure
as is applicable to any other medically decategorised staff viz. by a process of screening by a
Committee as provided in the scheme of absorption in alternative employment of medically
decategorised staff, will be applicable.
RBE No.203/2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2005/3/18 dated 23.11.05 (RBE No.203/05)
Sub: Principals meet of the various training centres by CTIs.
In terms of para 2(1) and 2(v) of Board’s letter No.E(MPP)98/9/1/Pt dated 15.2.05 the
Centralized Training Institutes were requested to carry out:a)
continuous analysis of training needs of all categories of staff; and
b)
monitoring of Training functions at Training Centres.
In view of above, the CTIs are requested to organize the Principals meet of the training centres
catering to the training needs of Group ‘C’ &’ ‘D’ staff once a year at a convenient place decided
by the CTIs as under:a)
Centre;
IRIMEE/Jamalpur will organize the Principals meet of Supervisors Training
b)
IRIEEN/Nasik will organize the Principals meet of Electrical Training Centre.
c)
IRICEN/Pune will organize the Principals meet of Civil Engg.Training Centres and
some ZRTIs which organize training for staff of Civil Engg.Department.
d)
IRISET/Secunderabad will organize the Principals meet of S&T Training Centres;
e)
IRITM/Lucknow will organize the Principals meet of ZRTIs with reference to
Commercial & Transportation Department.
f)
RSC/Vadodara will organize the Principals meet of ZRTIs with reference to
Personnel, Stores & Accounts Departments.
In addition to above, the CTIs will arrange a meeting of the Training Managers of their
department in all the zones at least once a year for the training need analysis of all categories of
staff.
The minutes of both the meetings should invariably be sent to all Railways and a copy to
Management Services Directorate and the Training Manager of the respective departments in
Board.
RBE No.160/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)II/2005/NBR dated 23.11.2005 (RBE No.160/05)
Sub: Review of Policy of NBR to officers appointed under Central Staffing Scheme.
A copy each of O.M.No.2/13/93 –Estt(Pay-II) dated 26.10.93, No.2/8/97-Estt(Pay-II) dated
9.4.2001 and No.2/2/2004-Estt(Pay-II) dated 01.06.2005 received from the Ministry of
Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Deptt. Of Personnel & Training is sent herewith for
information and guidance. The instructions contained therein will apply mutis mutandis to
Railway employees also.
Copy of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Deptt. Of Personnel &
Training’s OM No.2/13/93-Estt(Pay-II) dt.26.10.1993.
Sub: Review of Policy of NBR to officers appointed under
Central Staffing Scheme – reg.
The undersigned is directed to say that members of Group A services as well as Members of All
India services at the level of SAG (Rs.5900-6700) and above are not entitled to Central
Deputation (Tenure) Allowance while on deputation under Central Staffing Scheme in the
Central Secretariat. In case of members of All India services, the rules regulating fixation of pay
in the parent cadre in the event of proforma promotion being granted to them, are so framed that
they can complete the Central Deputation Tenure without affecting their entitlement to pay in the
parent cadre. However, Group A officers belonging to organised Group A services at the level
of selection grade of JAG and above are obliged to revert to the parent cadre on completion of 6
months from the date of proforma promotion even if they have not completed their tenure at the
centre. During the period of 6 months, however, they are allowed to draw pay in the higher scale
to which they have been promoted on proforma basis.
The matter has now been considered and the President is pleased to decide that Group A officers
who are on deputation to the Central Secretariat under the Central Staffing Scheme and are
approved for promotion to SAG and above in their parent cadre may be permitted to complete
their Central Deputation tenure without affecting their entitlement of pay in their parent cadre. It
has further been decided that the pay of such officers while on deputation on Central Tenure and
on reversion to the parent cadre may be regulated in the following matter:-
a)
In the event of grant of proforma promotion the officers will exercise option either
to revert to parent cadre or to continue on Central Deputation;
b)
If the officer opts for immediate reversion to the parent cadre, he will become
entitled to pay of the promotional post from the date of assumption of duties of that post;
c)
If the officer opts to continue on deputation till the completion of Central
Deputation Tenure and he has also been approved for proforma promotion in his parent cadre,
during the period of deputation tenure he will continue to draw the pay of the lower post held on
deputation and he will have no claim to the pay of the higher post. However, the period of
service covered by proforma promotion shall, on subsequent reversion to the parent cadre and
assumption of duties of higher post, count towards initial fixation of pay and increments (without
any arrears being paid).
There will be no change in the principles and scope for grant of proforma promotion (benefit of
NBR) to the officers in the parent cadre viz.(I) proforma promotion is approved by the
appropriate authority from a specific date; (ii) all seniors (excluding those considered unfit) have
started Drawing pay of the higher post on or before the date from which the proforma promotion
is granted; (iii) the junior next below the officer should have also started drawing pay of the
higher post from that date and his appointment thereto not being fortuitous; and (iv)d the benefit
should be allowed on ‘one for one’ basis.
These orders would be applicable in cases where the proforma promotion is granted after the
date of issue of this O.M.
Copy of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Deptt. Of Personnel & Training’s
OM No.2/8/97-Estt(Pay-II) dt.9.4.2001.
Sub: Recommendations of the Fifth Central Pay Commission – Regulation of pay of officers of
Group A services on their appointment to posts in the Central Secretariat under the Central
Staffing Scheme – Government decisions thereon.
In terms of the decisions conveyed in this Department’s Office Memorandum No.2/13/93Estt(Pay II) dated 26th october,1993, Members of various Group A services appointed to post in
the Central Secretariat under the Central Staffing Scheme and who are approved for proforma
promotion, while on Central Deputation, to the Senior Administrative Grade and above in their
parent cadre and exercise the option to continue on deputation till the completion of their
prescribed tenure are entitled to draw pay only in the scale of pay applicable to the lower post
held on deputation. They shall be no claim to the pay of the higher post. However, on
subsequent reversion to the parent cadre and assumption of duties of the higher post, the period
of service covered by the proforma promotion shall count towards initial fixation of pay in such
higher post and increment without any arrears being paid. Further, the Central Deputation on
Tenure Allowance (CDTA) is presently admissible to the Group A officers appointed under the
Central Staffing Scheme only to posts of Under Secretary Deputy Secretary and Director.
In Chapter 110 of their Report, the Fifth Central Pay Commission had recommended inter alia
that (I) instead of restricting the CDTA only to those appointed to posts of Director and below,
the allowance may also be extended to those officers appointed to the posts of Joint Secretary
and above, and (ii) such of those officers appointed as Joint Secretary and above but are in
receipt of pay in a higher pay scale in their parent organisation may be permitted to exercise an
option to draw either their grade in their parent organisation without any restriction or the grade
pay of the deputation post along with the CDTA.
Government have carefully considered these recommendations and have decided not to accept
the recommendation relating to the extension of CDTA to officers appointed to posts of Joint
Secretary and above. It has also been decided not to accept the other recommendation relating to
the protection of the pay admissible in the parent cadre on proforma promotion while on Central
deputation as this would result in officers becoming entitled to the pay of a higher post while
discharging the duties of a lower post and would be contrary to the well recognised principle that
no officer should be allowed the pay of a post the specified duties and responsibilities of which
are not actually discharged by him.
Provisions, however exist even at present permitting Members of various Group A services who
are appointed on deputation to lower post in the Central Government only after they had actually
been promoted to posts in higher scales of pay in their parent cadres to draw their pay in such
lower posts at the maximum of the applicable scales of pay. Consequently, seniors in the
respective cadres who had been deputed earlier than their juniors to posts in the Central
government are placed at a disadvantage even after they have been approved for proforma
promotion to higher scales of pay in the parent cadres, creating an invidious distinction.
In order to rectify this anomalous situation and in partial modification of the existing orders on
the subject, the President is pleased to decide that Members of various Group A services
appointed to posts in the Central Secretariat under the Central Staffing Scheme and who are
approved for proforma promotion, while on Central deputation, to the Senior Administrative
Grade and above in their parent cadres and exercise the option to continue on deputation till the
completion of their prescribed tenure may also be permitted to draw their pay at the maximum of
the scale of pay applicable for the lower deputation post w.e.f. the date they are promoted
proforma to higher scale of pay in their parent cadres. In other words, the pay of officers
appointed to posts of Director and equivalent in the Central Government shall be fixed at the
stage of Rs.18,300 in the pay scale of Rs.14300-400-18300 on their proforma promotion to the
Senior Administrative Grade in their parent cadres. Similarly, the pay of officers appointed to
posts of Joint Secretary and equivalent shall be fixed at the stage of 22,400 in the pay scale of
Rs.18400-500-22400 on proforma promotion to posts in scales of pay above the Senior
Administrative Grade. They shall also be entitled, in addition, to the adhoc stagnation increments
from time to time in the scales of pay applicable to the lower deputation posts as prescribed in
the Department of Expenditure Office Memorandum No.1(9)E.III/A/97 dated 22nd July,1998,
subject to their fulfilling the conditions prescribed in this regard.
Fixation of pay at the maximum of the applicable scales of pay shall be subject to the following
conditions:
(i)
The scale of the deputation post should be lower than the scale of pay in the parent
cadre to which the officer had been promoted proforma under the Next Blow Rule.
(ii)
The proforma promotion in the parent cadre should have been approved by the
competent authority strictly in accordance with the rules on the subject and on completion of the
prescribed selection process.
(iii)
The officer concerned should have been promoted proforma only after having
fulfilled the eligibility/residency criteria for promotion to different higher scales of pay as
prescribed by this Department from time to time and incorporated in the relevant recruitment
rules.
It is also clarified that Members of various Group A services who are appointed on deputation to
lower posts in the Central Government only after they have actually been promoted to posts in
higher scales of pay in their parent cadres shall also be entitled, in addition, to the adhoc
stagnation increments in the scales of pay applicable in the lower deputation posts to which they
would have been entitled from time to time in their parent cadres but for their promotion to the
Senior Administrative Grade and above.
These orders shall be effective from their date of issue. However, in respect of officers who are
on deputation to posts in the Central government on the date of issue of these orders, the benefit
of fixation of their pay at the maximum of the pay scale of the lower deputation post or after
taking into account the stagnation increments, if any, as the case may be, may be extended from
the date of their proforma promotion to the higher scales of pay in their parent cadres. Past cases
of officers who have already completed their Central deputation and have reverted to their
respective parent cadres shall not, however, be reopened.
In so far as the applicability of these orders toss the officers of the Indian Audit and Accounts
Department is concerned, these issue after consultation with the Comptroller and Auditor
General of India.
Copy of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Deptt. Of Personnel &
Training’s OM No.2/2/2004-Estt(Pay-II) dt.1.6.2005.
Sub: Review of policy of NBR to officers appointed under Central Staffing Scheme.
The undersigned is directed to refer to O.M.No.2/13/93-Estt.({Pay II) dated 26.10.93 on the
above mentioned subject.
In para 3 of the said O.M., the following conditions are prescribed:
I)
Proforma promotion is approved by the appropriate authority from a specific date;
II)
All seniors (excluding those considered unfit) have started drawing pay of the
higher post on or before the date from which the proforma promotion is granted.
III)
The junior next below the officer should have also started drawing pay of the higher
post from that date and his appointment thereto not being fortuitous; and
IV)
The benefit should be allowed on one for one basis.
Instances have been brought to the notice of this Department where the officer who is outside his
cadre and has been given proforma promotion under NBR in his parent cadre is not allowed to
draw pay in the higher pay scale of the post to which he has been promoted proforma, because
his senior or junior has not joined the post and has not started drawing pay in the higher pay
scale. In order that the officer who has been granted proforma promotion does not suffer on this
account, it has been decided to substitute the conditions (ii) and (iii) contained in
O.M.No.2/13/93-Estt.(Pay-II) dated 26.10.93 as under:
(ii)
all senior (excluding those considered unfit) should have been promoted on regular
basis in that scale on or before the date from which the proforma promotion is granted.
(iii)
The junior next below the officer should also have been promoted on regular basis to
the higher post from that date and his appointment thereto not being fortuitous.
All other conditions prescribed in the O.M.No.2/13/93-Estt.(Pay-II) dated 26.10.93 shall remain
unchanged.
This issues with the approval of Ministry of Finance vide their I.D.No.7(10)E-III(A)/2004 dated
27.12.2004.
In so far as the persons serving in the Indian Audit & Accounts Department are concerned, these
orders are being issued after consultation with the Comptroller & Auditor General of India.
RBE No.181/2005
Board’s letter No. F(E)Spl.2005/ADV.3 /05 dt.30.11.2005 (RBE No.181/05)
Sub: Amendment to IREM Para 1132 of Ch.XI regarding House Building Advance (HBA)
to Railway employees.
The Ministry of Railways are pleased to amend the existing provisions in Para 1132 of ChapterXI of IREM Vol.I (Revised Edition, 1989) relating to House Building Advance as per enclosed
Advance Correction Slip No.180.
INDIAN RAILWAY ESTABLISHMENT MANUAL VOLUME-I (REVISED EDITION
1989) -ADVANCE CORRECTION SLIP NO.180
The following amendments may be carried out in Para 1132 of Chapter XI of IREM Vol.I
(Revised Edition,1989) regarding House Building Advance.:Para 1132 (3)
Add the following as sub-para (vi):-
“(vi) Outright purchase from joint venture of Authorities/Boards etc.
approved under HBA Rules and Registered Private Builders”
(F(E)Spl.99/ADV 3/8 dated 14.7.1999)
Subsequent sub-paras of Para 1132 (3) (vi) onwards may be renumbered accordingly.
Para 1132(3)(ix) Existing sub-para 3(ix) may be re-numbered to read as 3(x) and
following sub-para [c] may be inserted under sub-para (b) of 3(x):-
“[c] “Private parties include registered builders, architects, housebuilding societies but not the private individuals”.
(F(E)Spl.2003/ADV 3/6 dated 29.9.2003)
Para 1132(4)(a)
&(b)
Replace following for existing paras (a) & (b):-
“(a) The maximum limit for grant of HBA is revised to 34 months of
basic pay and dearness pay taken together in place of the existing limit
of 50 months of basic pay subject to a maximum of Rs.7.5 lakhs or
actual cost of the house or the repaying capacity whichever is the least,
for new construction/purchase of new house/flat.
(b) The maximum limit for grant of HBA for enlargement of existing
house is revised to 34 months basic pay and dearness pay taken together
in place of the existing limit of 50 months basic pay subject to a
maximum of Rs.1.8 lakhs or cost of the enlargement or repaying
capacity, whichever is the least”.
(F(E)Spl.2004/ADV 3/10 dated 28.10.2004)
Add following as [c] in para – 1132(4):-
“[c] In the case of construction of a house in rural area, the amount of
advance will in no case exceed 80% of the actual cost of land and
construction of the house or the actual cost of enlarging the living
accommodation. In the case where the house falls on the periphery of a
town or a city, the amount of advance is not restricted to 80%”.
(F(E)Spl.97/ADV 3/6 dated 29.12.1997)
Para 1132(5)
Rate of Interest:Existing table may be substituted as under:
S.No.
Para 1132(b)
Amount of Advance
Rate of interest.
1.
Upto Rs.50,000/-
5%
2.
Upto Rs.1,50,000/-
6.5%
3.
Upto Rs.5,00,0,000/-
8.5%
4.
Upto Rs.7,50,000/-
9.5%
(F(E)Spl.2004/ADV 3/10 dated 28.10.2004)
Repaying capacity:
Existing table may be substituted as under:
a) Official retiring after
20 years.
40% of (basic pay + stagnation
Increment +NPA
b) Officials retiring after
10 years but not later
than 20 years
c) officials retiring within
10 years.
Upto 40% of (basic pay + stagnation
Increment +NPA)
65% of DCRG may be adjusted.
Upto 50% of( basic pay + stagnation
Increment +NPA) DCRG upto 75%
can be adjusted.
Para 1132(7)
(F(E)Spl.2000/ADV 3/7 dated 16.12.2000)
Cost ceiling limit:Existing table may be substituted with under mentioned para:-
“The cost ceiling limit is revised to 134 times the basic pay and dearness
pay taken together in place of the existing limit of 200 times the basic
pay subject to a minimum of Rs.7.5 lakhs and a maximum of Rs.18
lakhs.
(F(E)Spl.2004/ADV 3/10 dated 28.10.2004)
Para 1132(8)
Disbursement and security:•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Sub-para (9) of 1132 is misprinted. It should be 1132(8)
Substitute the figure “20” with ‘40” in first and thirteenth line of
sub-para (I) of Para 1132 (8)(a)(1).
Substitute the figure ‘40’ with ‘30’ in first line of sub-para (iii)
of para 1132(8)(a)(1).
Sub-para (iv) of Para 1132(8)(a)(1) may be deleted.
Substitute the figure “15” with ‘30” in first and fourteenth line of
sub-para (I) of Para 1132 (8)(a)(3).
Substitute the figure “25” with ‘35” in first line of sub-para (ii)
of Para 1132(8)(a)(3) and substitute figure ‘(9)’ in the last line of
the same para with figure “(8)”.
Substitute the figure “30” with ‘35” in first line of sub-para (iii)
of Para 1132 (8)(a)(3).
•
•
•
•
•
•
sub-para (Iv)& (v) of Para 1132 (8)(a)(3)may be deleted..
Substitute the figure “25” with ‘50” in first line of sub-para (i) of
Para 1132(8)(a)(4) and substitute figure ‘(9)’ in the last line of
the same para with figure “(8)”.
Substitute the figure 30” with ‘50” in first line sub-para (ii) of
Para 1132 (8)(a)(4).
Sub-paras (iii) &(iv) of Para 1132(8)[a](4) may be deleted.
Substitute the figure “(9)” in the fifth line of Para 1132 (8)(a)(6)
(a) with figure “8”
Substitute the words “CCS(CCA) Rules,1965” with the words
“RS(D&A) Rules,1968 in Note (ii)) below Para 1132 (8)(a)(6)
(b)(2).
F(E)Spl.91/ADV 3/3 dated 6.3.1991)
F(E)Spl.98/ADV 3/1 dated 30.3.1998)
Sub-Paras 1132(11),(12),(13),(14) & (15) are missing. Hence,
subsequent Paras may be renumbered. Accordingly sub-paras 1132 (16)
to (22) may be corrected to read as sub-paras 1132 (11) to 1132(17).
Para 1132(12)
(Old Para 1132
(17) )
Repayment of Advance:-
In the Note (6) below sub-para (a), substitute the figure ‘58’ with ‘60’ in
the second line.
E(P&A)I-98/RT-6 dated 14.5.1998)
Para 1132(14)(I) Substitute words ‘with any one of the following units of the Life
(old Para 1132
Insurance Corporation’ with words “any of the four Nationalized
(19))
General Insurance companies of their choice, irrespective of its location
in India”.
F(E)Spl.2001/ADV 3/11 dated 7.11.2001)
Para 1132(14)(iii) Substitute ‘beyond two years’ in place of words ‘ up to 3 months’ in the
(old Para 1132
21st line.
(19))
Substitute two years in place of words ‘three months’ in the 24th line.
F(E)Spl.94/ADV 3/7 dated 13.10.1995)
Board’s letter No. 2004/TG-III/639/2 dated 01.12.2005 .
Sub: Absorption of Commission Vendors/Bearers over Indian Railway.
The absorption of Commission Vendors/Bearers was discussed in the Board Meeting held on
16th November,2005 and the Board have taken the following decisions:-
(i)
All Commission Vendors/Bearers should be regularized with complete relaxation of
educational qualifications instead of ability to read and write. However, not more than 2
opportunities should be given to an individual for such regularization. Such individuals who do
not avail the maximum permissible 2 opportunities should be treated as ‘not interested’ and
should be debarred.
(ii)
All Commission Vendors/Bearers should retire at an age of 60 years.
(iii)
In case of those Commission Vendors/Bearers who are absorbed as Group D staff
on the Railways, direct compassionate appointment to their widow/ward will be permissible as
per the extant rules in case of their death or medical incapacitation before their retirement.
You are requested to absorb the Commission Vendors/Bearers immediately on the above
guidelines.
Action taken report on the above may kindly be furnished at the earliest for appraisal of Board.
RBE No.208/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/97/1/9/6 DATED 5.12.2005 ( RBE No.208/05)
Sub: Implementation of the recommendation of the V CPC
regarding conversion of 50% Dearness Relief into
Dearness Pension – clarification regarding.
A copy of the Office Memorandum No.45/1/2004-P&PW(G) dated 26.10.2005 of Ministry of
Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare) on
the above subject is sent herewith for your information and necessary action.
2.
A concordance of the orders referred to in the enclosed memorandum with reference to
the Railway orders is indicated below:-
S.No.
Para No.
No.& date of Ministry of
Finance O.M.
No.& date of corresponding orders
issued by Railway Board.
1.
1
No.105/1/2004-IC dated
1.3.2004
PC-V/2004/A/DA/1 dated 11.3.2004
2.
1
45/1/2004-P&PW(G) dated PC-V/97/I/9/6 dated 22.2.2005
27.1.2005
(RBE No.33/2005, PC-V/446)
3
1
45/1/2004-P&PW(G) dated PC-V/97/1/9/6 dated 26.4.2005
24.2.2005
(RBE No.68/2005, PC-V/453)
Copy of Office Memorandum No.45/1/2004-P&PW (G) dated 26.10.2005 of Ministry of
Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare)
Sub: Implementation of the recommendation of the V CPC
regarding conversion of 50% Dearness Relief into
Dearness Pension – clarification regarding.
While implementing Ministry of Finance’s O.M. 105/1/2004-IC dt.1.3.2004 certain
doubts/clarifications were raised by various Ministries/Departments/PAOs. The matter was
examined in consultation with the Ministry of Finance and clarificatory of O.Ms. Dated
27.1.2005 and 24.2.2005 were issued. On receipt of further doubts the matter was again
examined in consultation with the Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Law. The following
clarifications are issued in supercession of the O.Ms. Dated 27.1.2005 and 24.2.2005:-
Points
Decision/Clarification
(1) Whether minimum pension of Rs.1,275/- Minimum basic pension continues to be Rs.1,
has been enhanced to Rs.1913/-? Should this 275/- in respect of those retired upto
31.3.2004. In such cases Dearness Relief
amount be mentioned in PPO?
equal to 50% of present pension will be
merged with pension and should distinctively
as Dearness Pension. However, on
conversion of 50% Dearness Allowance into
(2) Whether re-employee/absorbeess are
eligible for Dearness Pension if not entitled
for Dearness Relief on their pension?
Dearness Pay from 1.4.2004 the basic
pension/family pension in case of those
retired on/after 1.4.2004 should not be less
than Rs.1913/-.
No. Since they are not eligible for Dearness
Relief, the question of conversion of 50%
Dearness Relief into Dearness Pension does
not arise.
RBE No.207/2005
Board’s letter No. . E(MPP)98/3/8 dated 5.12.05 (RBE No.207/05)
Sub: Approved modules for stage-wise training of Loco
Running Staff & other safety categories.
Ref: Board’s letters of even number dated 20.1.2000 (RBE No.11/2000), dt. 9.10.2002(RBE
No.182/2002), dt.11.2.03 (RBE No.28/03), dt.3-4-2003(RBE No.57/2003) and 22.4.2003 (RBE
No.65/2003), dt. 5-03-04 (RBE No.47/2004), dt.23-03-04 (RBE No. 65/2004), and dt. 21-04-04
(RBE No. 90/2004).
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In continuation of Board’s letters referred above and keeping in view the safety aspect it has
been decided that Loco Pilot [Shunting] should undergo LOCO-RNG4, which is mandatory,
before being promoted as Loco Pilot [Goods]. The modified LOCO-RNG-4 training module is
enclosed. Adequate copies may be made and distributed to the concerned training centres of your
railways.
DEPARTMENT: MECHANICAL
ACTIVITY CENTRE: STATION/TRAIN
TRADE: LOCO PILOT [DIESEL]
STAGE: Promotional Course from .Asst. Loco Pilot [Diesel]/Loco Pilot [Shunter] to Loco Pilot
[Goods]
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION
DURATION: 12 Weeks (72 working days)
MOD.NO. DESCRIPTION
DURATION
RNG-101
RNG-102
RNG-103
RNG-104
RNG-105
RNG-106
RNG-107
RNG-108
RNG-109
RNG-110
RNG-111
RNG-113
RNG-114
RNG-115
RNG-116
RNG-117
RNG-36
RNG-37
RNG-38
RNG-39
RNG-40
RNG-41
RNG-42
RNG-43
RNG-44
(DAYS)
1
1
2
2
2
1
4
2
1
2
1
1
4
4
5
2
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
Types of Freight Locos, its functioning
Functioning of Compressors, Governors, Air Maze, etc.
Fuel System
Water Cooling System
Lube Oil System
Gauges, OST, ECC, FTTM, Blower etc.
Braking systems including air and vacuum brake
Fundamentals of Generators, Motors and Alternators
Auxiliary Control & Pilot CKT
Relays
Switches on locos
Filling up various forms like Fuel, Tripp., etc.
Safety items of loco and safety equipment
Trouble shooting of Mech. & Elect. Components
Train dynamics issues
Carriage & Wagon working
GR & SR
Stations
System of working
Signals
Defective signals
OPT forms
Whistle Codes
Working of trains
Engineering Signals
RNG-45
RNG-46
RNG-47
Abnormal Working
Shunting
Accident
Simulator Training*
2
2
2
5
Loco Handling with LI
Discussion/Examination & Viva Voce
Total
5
2
72
Wkg.Days
•
To be substituted by Line Training with LI in case simulator training facilities are not
available.
Board’s letter No. 2005-B-306 dated 06-12-05
Sub: Rate of interest to be charged on advance for purchase of
conveyances during 2005-2006.
A copy of Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affair’s OM F.No.5(2)-PD/2005 dated
7th October, 2005 regarding rate of interest to be charged on advances sanctioned during the year
2005-2006, for purchase of conveyances is enclosed.
2.
The instructions contained therein will apply mutatis-mutandis to Railway employees.
Copy of Ministry of Finance, Dept. of Economic Affair’s OM F.No. 5(2)-PD/2005 dt. 7th
October, 2005
Sub: Advances to Government servants – Rate of interest for purchase of conveyances during
2005-2006.
The undersigned is directed to state that the rates of interest for advances sanctioned to the
Government servants for purchase of conveyances during 2005-2006 i.e. from 1st April, 2005 to
31st March,2006 will continue to be at the same level as for 2004-2005, as under:-
Rate of interest Per annum
(i)
Advance for purchase of Bicycle
(ii)
5.5%
Advance for purchase of conveyance other than
Motor car (viz. motor cycle, scooter etc.)
(iii)
Advance for purchase of motor car
8%
11.5%
RBE No.210/2005
Board’s letter No. E(NG)I-2004/RE-3/9 dated 7.12.2005 .(RBE No.210/05)
Sub: The Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation ) Act, 1995- Absorption of
disabled/medically decategorised staff in alternative employment – Amendment to IREM.
…
In terms Para 1303(a) as modified vide ACS No. 148 issued under this Ministry’s letter No.
E(NG)1-2001/RE-3/8 dated 1.7.2003 a Railway servant who has been declared totally
incapacitated not fit for any alternative post even in the lowest medical category, should be
declared invalidated and retired from service as per procedure in force prior to coming into force
of revised procedure laid down in ACS No.77 issued under the Ministry’s letter No.E(NG)I96/RE-3/9(2) dated 29.4.99.
1. The matter has been reviewed further in consultation with the Ministry of Social Justice
and Empowerment and the Ministry of Law and Justice (Department of Legal Affairs). It
has been clarified that in view of the judgement of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in Kunal
Singh Vs Union of India, JT 2003(2) SC 132 the provisions of Section 47(1) of the
Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full
Participation) Act 1995 are to be complied with even in respect of those who have been
declared totally incapacitated.
1. The Ministry of Railways have accordingly decided that the provision of Section 47(1)
of the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full
Participation) Act 1995 will apply to medically decategorised Railway servants who are
declared totally incapacitated for further service even in the lowest medical category.
1. This issues with the concurrence of the Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
1. The Indian Railway Establishment Manual Vol.1. 1989 should also be amended as in the
Advance Correction Slip No.179.
INDIAN RAILWAY ESTABLISHMENT MANUAL VOLUME-1.(REVISED EDITION 1989)
Chapter XIII-Absorption of Medically Incapacitated staff in Alternative Employment
ADVANCE CORRECTION SLIP NO.179.
1. Substitute the following for the existing Para 1303 as substituted by ACS No. 148.
‘1303. The railway servants both in group(i) and group (ii) of Para 1302 cease to perform the
duties of the posts they are holding from the date they are declared medically unfit for the
present post. No officer has the authority to permit the Railway Servant concerned to perform
duties in the post beyond that date. If such a Railway servant cannot be immediately adjusted
against or absorbed in any suitable alternative post he may be kept on a special supernumerary
post in the grade in which the employee concerned was working on regular basis before being
declared medically unfit pending location of suitable alternative employment for him with the
same pay scale and service benefits, efforts to locate suitable alternative employment starting
immediately. The special supernumerary post so created will stand abolished as soon as the
alternative employment is located”.
II. After the existing Para 1304 insert the following as Para 1305.
“1305 Absorption in posts identified for employment of physically handicapped
persons/creation of supernumerary posts. The Railway servants falling in group (i) mentioned in
Para 1302 i.e. those who are declared unfit even for the lowest medical category, may be
absorbed in a post/category identified as suitable for employment of physically handicapped
persons and fresh recruitment to that post/category from open market from amongst physically
handicapped withheld. In case the alternative post is not carrying the requisite pay scale, a
supernumerary post may be created in appropriate scale of pay and the employee adjusted
against the same keeping the lower grade post vacant by withholding fresh recruitment thereto.
The supernumerary post so created to accommodate a disabled /medically incapacitated
employee shall stand abolished as soon as a suitable post in the appropriate scale is found for the
Railway servant concerned or the post is vacated by him for other reasons, whichever is earlier.”
[Authority: Board's letter No. E(NG)I-2004/RE-3/9 dated 7.12.2005]
RBE No.204/2005
Board’s letter No.F(E)II/2004/DE1/1 dated 9.12.05(RBE No.204/05)
Sub: Calculation of Deputation (Duty) Allowance consequent upon merger of 50% DA with
basic pay as Dearness Pay.
Ref: Board’s letter No.(i) F(E)II/94/DE/1/1 dated 5.12.1994 (ii) F(E)II/98/DE/1/1 dated
25.3.1998 and (iii) F(E)II/94/DE/1/1 dated 24.12.1998.
Pursuant to the Board’s letter No.PC-V/2004/A/DA/1 dated 11.3.2004, references have been
received from railway units seeking clarification as to whether merger of 50% of Dearness
allowance with the basic pay as Dearness pay (DP) should be taken into consideration for the
calculation of Deputation (Duty) Allowance or not. The matter has been examined in
consultation with the Deptt. Of Personnel & Training. It is now clarified that DP may be taken
into account for the purpose of calculating Deputation (Duty) Allowance w.e.f. 1.4.2004 subject
to prescribed ceiling for payment of Deputation (Duty) Allowance.
It is also clarified that DP may not be taken into account for prescribed ceiling of the Pay +
Deputation (Duty) Allowance not exceeding the maximum of the pay scale of deputation post in
so far as payment of Deputation (Duty) Allowance subject to the prescribed ceiling is concerned.
There is no change in the ceiling prescribed for Deputation (Duty) Allowance.
RBE No.213/2005
Board’s letter No. E(G)2005/FE1-2 dated 12.12.05 (RBE No.213/05)
Sub: Recommendation No.67 of the Railway Accident Enquiry Committee,1978 (Sikri
Committee) – 90% re-imbursement of membership fee in respect of recognized professional
Institutions/Societies.
Ref: Railway Board’s letter No.E(G)2004 FE1-5 dated 16.9.2004.
As per extant instructions Railway officers and Sr. Supervisors are permitted 90%
reimbursement of annual/life membership fee in respect of taking up membership of professional
Institutions/Societies. Railway Board have recognized professional Institutions/Societies from
different disciplines for this purpose.
In the course of examination of proposals for 90% reimbursement of membership fee received
from Railway Units, it has come to notice that Railway officers are also claiming the amount
paid towards Registration Fee, Admission Fee, etc. along with the annual/life membership fee. In
this regard it is clarified that 90% reimbursement is admissible only in respect of annual/life
membership fee and no reimbursement is admissible in respect of the amount other than
membership fee like Registration Fee, Admission Fee, etc.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.214/2005
Board’s letter No.F(E)III/2000/PN1/55 dated 14.12.05(RBE No.214/05)
Sub: Permissibility of Family pension to blind son/daughter – clarification regarding .
In terms of proviso below Rule 75 (6) of Railway Services (Pension) Rules, 1993, if a son or
daughter of a railway servant is suffering from any disorder or disability of mind, including
mentally retarded, or is physically crippled or disabled so as to render him or her unable to earn a
living even after attaining the age of twenty five years, family pension shall be payable to such
son or daughter for life subject to certain conditions. Certain Railway administrations have
sought clarification whether blindness can be considered as a physical disability for the purpose
of sanction of family pension for life under this proviso.
The matter has been examined in consultation with the Department of Pension & Pensioners’
Welfare and it is clarified that blindness is a physical disability, which is covered by proviso
below Rule 75(6) of these rules. The sanction of family pension to such a dependent blind son or
daughter will be subject to fulfilment of all other conditions including the one that the son or
daughter was suffering from the disability of blindness before attaining the age of 25 years
because of which he or she was incapable of earning his/her livelihood and that he or she
continues to suffer from the disability even after attaining the age of 25 years and the disability
renders him/her incapable of earning his/her livelihood as evidenced by a certificate obtained
from a medical officer not below the rank of a Divisional Medical Officer. The family pension
sanctioned on fulfilment of all these conditions will be discontinued if such a son or daughter is
cured or improved of the blindness subsequently and he/she becomes capable of earning or starts
earning a living.
RBE No.217/2005
Board’s letter No. PC-V/2004/ACP/1 dated 20.12.2005 (RBE No.217/05)
Sub: Assured Career Progression (ACP) Scheme for the Railway
servants – Clarification regarding procedure in respect of
Selection Posts.
Please refer to Board’s letter of even number dated 1.10.1999 regarding the Assured
Career Progression Scheme (ACPS) and subsequent amendments/clarifications that have been
issued from time to time.
2.
The issue whether an employee who has passed the selection test for financial
upgradation under the ACPS should continue to appear in the selection at the time of normal
promotion has been considered by Railway Board in consultation with the Department of
Personnel & Training. Now, in supersession of the clarification contained in this Ministry’s letter
of even number dated 22.2.2005, it has been decided as follows:
i)
An employee, who has passed selection for financial upgradation under the scheme of
ACP, may not be required to appear in the selection for normal promotion provided that selection
for normal promotion is initiated within a period of two years from the date of notification of the
results for financial upgradation under the ACP Scheme. In case a person has been
givenfinancial upgradation under the ACP Scheme to posts classified as’non-selection’, he may
not be required to be subjected to suitability test again for normal promotion.
ii)
An employee, who has passed selection for promotion in the normal course but has not
been empanelled or has been empanelled but has not been promoted within the currency of the
panel for want of a vacancy, may be exempted from appearing in the selection for financial
upgradation under theACP Scheme. This condition will also apply to cases where a person has
been found suitable for promotion to post classified as ‘non-selection’ but has not been promoted
for want of a vacancy.
RBE No.212 /2005
Board’s letter No. E[W] 2004/WE-1/6 dated 8-12-05 (RBE No.212 /05)
Sub: Homoeopathic/Ayurvedic Dispensaries under Staff Benefit Fund – Enhancement of
honorarium of Physicians.
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This has reference to Ministry of Railway’s letter No. E[W]2003/WE-1/3 dated 23-4-2003
on the above subject.
2.
There have been demands for further increase in the monthly honorarium payable to
homoeopathic /ayurvedic practitioners by Staff Benefit Fund Committees. It has been decided to
make additional funds available to SBF committees for the purpose. The SBF Committees may
revise monthly honorarium of the practitioners engaged in the SBF dispensaries as under:
Present
Revised
(a) Physicians engaged to work for
Rs.4,500 p.m.
Rs.6,000 p.m.
around eight hours a day
(b) Physicians engaged to work for
Rs.3,200 p.m.
Rs.4,000 p.m.
around four hours a day
1. Annual allotment for ‘Indigenous Systems of Medicine’ under SBF [under which
homoeopathic and ayurvedic dispensaries function ] at Rs.2.50 per capita being
inadequate to meet increase in requirement of funds on account of above revision in the
honorarium, the additional expenditure necessitated due to revision in the honorarium of
the physicians under these orders would also be met through re-appropriation from the
head ‘Medical Services as additional ad hoc contribution to the SBF, and the Medical
Budget would be suitably augmented from Revenues as advised in Board’s letter dated
23-4-2003 referred to above. CPOs would advise CMDs about the additional funds
required on this account so that the same could be reflected in the budgetary estimates.
1. These orders are effective from 01-11-2005
5.
In case of the Zonal Railways, expenditure on this account is chargeable to Demand No.11
(Staff Welfare & Amenities) Minor head “Medical Services” (Control and superindence at
Headquarters and Divisions) . In case of Production Units, etc., the expenditure would be
chargeable to corresponding heads of account.
6.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of the Ministry of Railways.
RBE No.215 /2005
Board’s letter No. E[P&A]I-2005/RT-14 dated 20-12-05 (RBE No.215 /05)
Sub: Safety Related Retirement Scheme –
Drivers and Gangmen
One of the Railways have brought out that session in certain ITIs /Professional institutions
concludes in July/August and the cut off date for reckoning the eligibility being 30th June, the
Drivers whose wards have appeared in final year / waiting for final result from such institutions
cannot avail this Retirement Scheme in that particular year. Keeping this aspect in view, it has
been decided that where the employee and his ward is otherwise eligible and the ward is already
admitted to a course in such Technical Institutions rendering him eligible for Assistant Driver’s
post, relaxation in cut off date for eligibility i.e. 30th June laid down in para 2 [vii] of the above
referred Board’s letter may be given by Zonal Railway but in any case not beyond the last date
fixed for withdrawal of such request i.e. 30th of September. However, for this purpose, the
employee will have to obtain such relaxation from Railway Administration within the cut off
date for submission of application i.e. 31st July of the respective year.
2.
Other terms and conditions of the Scheme as stipulated in Board’s above referred letter
dated 02-01-2004 remain unchanged.
RBE No.211 /2005
Board’s letter No. E(MPP)2001/3/9/Vol.III dated 09.12.2005
(RBE No.211 /05)
Sub: List of Training Centres on Indian Railways.
***
In continuation of Board’s letter .of even number dated 5-8-2005 issued under RBE No.
128/2005, the following training centres included under ‘ Other Training Centres’ at S.Nos. 14,
65, 66, 67 and 210 which have been placed inadvertently under SECR has been corrected and
now placed under CR.
S.No.
14
65
66
67
210
TRAINING CENTRE
Area Training Centre / Ajni
Basic Training Centre [TRD]/Ajni
Basic Training Centre [at Electric Loco Shed]/Ajni
Basic Training Centre [C&W]/Ajni
Drivers / Asst. Drivers Training Centre/ Ajni
Further, it is decided to rename Civil Engineering Training Centre/ Allahabad/NCR appearing
under ‘Main Training Centres’ at Sl. No. 45 as ‘Indian Railway Track Machines Training
Centre’. Accordingly, Ministry of Railways have decided to modify the ‘Manual of
Management on Training’ [Edition 1998] as per Correction Slip No. 6/2005 and the revised list
of training centres [Appendix I] is enclosed with the correction slip. This supersedes all other
lists issued earlier.
MANUAL ON MANAGEMENT OF TRAINING (JUNE 1998)
Advance Correction Slip No.6/2005
Appendix – I of the Manual on Management of Training (Edition-1998) may be replaced with
the attached list.
(Authority:- Board’s Lr.No.E(MPP)2001/3/9/Vol.III Dt :09.12.2005)
(Enclosure to Manual on Management of Training Correction Slip No.6/2005)
NAMES OF MAIN TRAINING CENTRES AND OTHER TRAINING CENTRES
MAIN TRAINING CENTRES:
1. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Bhusawal/CR
2. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Bhuli/ER
3. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Cdhandausi/NR
4. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Muzaffarpur/ECR
5. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Alipurduar Jn/NFR
6. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Trichy/SR
7. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Maula Ali/SCR
8. Zonal Railway Training Institute/Sini/SER
9.
Zonal Railway Training Institute/Udaipur/NWR
10. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Jhansi/NCE
11. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Kancharapara/ER
12. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Lcknow/NR
13. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Gorakhpur/NER
14. Supervisors’ Training Centre/New Bongaigaon/NFR
15. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Bangalore/SWR
16. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Secunderabad/SCR
17. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
18. Supervisors’ Training Centre/Ajmer/NWR
1. S&T Training Centre/Byculla/CR
2. S&T Training Centre/Liluah/ER
3. S&T Training Centre/Malda/ER
4. S&T Training Centre/Ghaziabad/NR
5. S&T Training Centre/Gorakhpur/NER
6. S&T Training Centre/Pandu/NFR
7. S&T Training Centre/Podanur/SR
8. S&T Training Centre/Maula-Ali/SCR
9. S&T Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
10. S&T Training Centre/ Sabarmati/WR
11. Electrical Training Centre/Thakurli/CR
12. Electrical Training Centre/Asansol/ER
13. Electrical Training Centre/Kanpur/NCR
14. Electrical Training Centre/Ghaziabad/NR
15. Electrical Training Centre/ Gorakhpur/NER
16. Electrical Training Centre/Avadi/SR
17. Electrical Training Centre/Vijayawada/SCR
18. Electrical Training Centre/Lallaguda/SCR
19. Electrical Training Centre/Tatanagar/SER
20. Electrical Training Centre/Rourkela/SER
21. Electrical Training Centre/Vadodara/WR
22. Electrical Training Centre/Mahalaxmi/WR
1. Civil Engineering Training Centre/Tambaram/SR
2. Civil Engineering Training Centre/Kacheguda/SCR
3. Civil Engineering Training Centre/Guntakal/SCR
4. Civil Engineering Training Centre/Kanpur/NCR
5. Indian Railway Track Machines Training Centre/Allahabad/NCR
6. Technical Training Centre/CLW/Chittaranjan
7. Technical Training Centre/DCW/Patiala
8. Technical Training Centre/ DLW/Varanasi
9. Technical Training Centre/ICF/Perambur
10. Technical Training Centre/RCF/Kapurathala
11. Technical Training Centre/RWF/Bangalore
12. Technical Training Centre/Bhopal/WCR
13. Welding Training Centre/DLW/Varanasi
14. Welding Training Centre/ICF/Perambur
15. Welding Training Centre/RCF/Kapurthala
16. Jagjivan Ram RPF Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
OTHER TRAINING CENTRES:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Area Training Centre/Kalyan/CR
Area Training Centre/Bhusawal/CR
Area Training Centre/Ajni/CR
Area Training Centre/Kacheguda/SCR
Area Training Centre/ Lower Parel/WR
Area Training Centre/Bandra/WR
Area Training Centre/Junagadh/WR
Area Training Centre/Vadodara/WR
Area Training Centre/Mhow/WR
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Area Training Centre/Valsad/WR
Area Training Centre/Rajkot/WR
Area Training Centre/Jhansi/NCR
Area Training Centre/Ajmer/NWR
Area Training Centre/Bandikui/NWR
Area Training Centre/Kota/WCR
Area Training Centre/Damoh/WCR
Area Training Centre/Bhopal/WCR
1. Accounts Training Centre/Secunderabad/SCR
1. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Mathunga/CR
2. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Mumbai/CR
3. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Bhusawal/CR
4. Basic Training Centre(Electr)/Mathunga/CR
5. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Bhusawal/CR
6. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Parel/CR
7. Basic Training Centre(Diesel)/Kurla/CR
8. Basic Training Centre/Manmad/CR
9. Basic Training Centre/Nasik/CR
10. Basic Training Centre(ELW)/Bhusawal/CR
11. Basic Training Centre(ELS)/Bhusawal/CR
12. Basic Training Centre(Diesel)/Pune/CR
13. Basic Training Centre(ELS)/Kalyan/CR
14. Basic Training Centre(Car shed)/Kurla/Mumbai/CR
15. Basic Training Centre(S&T)/Bhusawal/CR
16. Basic Training Centre(TRD)/Ajni/CR
17. Basic Training Centre(at Electric Loco Shed)/Ajni/CR
18. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Ajni/CR
19. Basic Training Centre/Jamalpur/ER
20. Basic Training Centre/Liluah/ER
21. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Alambag/Lucknow/NR
22. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Amritsir/NR
23. Basic Training Centre/Jagadhari/NR
24. Basic Training Centre/Charbagh/Lucknow/NR
25. Basic Training Centre/Gorakhpur/NER
26. Basic Training Centre/Izatnagar/NER
27. Basic Training Centre/Erode/SR
28. Basic Training Centre/Perambur/SR
29. Basic Training Centre/Engg/Arakkonam/Sr
30. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Ayanavaram/Perambur/SR
31. Basic Training Centre/Ponmalai/SR
32. Basic Training Centre/Tiruchhirapalli/SR
1. Basic Training Centre(Elec/Mech)/Royapuram/SR
2. Basic Training Centre/Guntupalli/SCR
3. Basic Training Centre/Lallaguda/SCR
4. Basic Training Centre/Vijayawada/SCR
5. Basic Training Centre(CRS)/Tirupati/SCR
6. Basic Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
7. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Lower Parel/Mumbai/WR
8. Basic Training Centre/Dahod/WR
9. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Pratapnagar/WR
10. Basic Training Centre(CRW)/Mancheswar/ECOR
11. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Jhansi/NCR
12. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Jhansi/NCR
13. Basic Training Centre(WWS)/Jhansi/NCR
14. Basic Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
15. Basic Training Centre/Bikaner./NWR
16. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Ajmer/NWR
17. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Ajmer/NWR
18. Basic Training Centre/Hubli/SWR
19. Basic Training Centre/Mysore/SWR
20. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Mysore/SWR
21. Basic Training Centre(Loco)/Jabalpur/WCR
22. Basic Training Centre/New Katni/WCR
23. Basic Training Centre(TRS)/Itarsi/WCR
24. Basic Training Centre(C&W)/Itarsi/WCR
25. Basic Training Centre(Engg)/Jabalpur/WCR
26. Basic Training Centre/Kota/WCR
27. BOXN Training Centre/Andal/ER
28. BOXN Training Centre(DSL)/Mugalsarai/ECR
1. C&W Training Centre/Tikiapara/ER
2. C&W Training Centre/Asansol/ER
3. C&W Training Centre/Chitpur/ER
4. C&W Training Centre/Ambala/NR
5. C&W Training Centre/Amritsar/NR
6. C&W Training Centre/Ghaziabad/NR
7. C&W Training Centre/Revwari/NR
8. C&W Training Centre/Jagadhari/NR
9. C&W Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
10. C&W Training Centre/Izatnager/NER
11. C&W Training Centre/Charbagh/Lucknow/NER
12. C&W Training Centre/Barelly City/NER
13. C&W Training Centre/Varanasi/NER
14. C&W Training Centre/Gooty/SCR
15. C&W Training Centre/Ramagundam/SCR
16. C&W Training Centre/Kacheguda/SCR
17. C&W Training Centre/Adra/SER
18. C&W Training Centre/Chakradharpur/SER
19. C&W Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
20. C&W Training Centre/Vadodara/WR
21. C&W Training Centre/Ujjain/WR
1. C&W Training Centre/Dhanbad/ECR
2. C&W Training Centre/Samastipur/ECR
3. C&W Training Centre/Sonpur/ECR
4. C&W Training Centre/Visakpatnam/ECOR
5. C&W Training Centre/Allahabad/NCR
6. C&W Training Centre/Kanpur/NCR
7. C&W Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
8. C&W Training Centre/Lalagarh/NWR
9. C&W Training Centre/Miraj/SWR
10. C&W Training Centre/Dharwar/SWR
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Central Bridge Training Institute/Manmad/CR
Bridge Staff Training Centre/Tuglakabad/NR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Sadulpur/NR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Shamli/NR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Haridwar/NR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Jagadhari/NR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Jalandhar/NR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Izatnagar/NER
10. Permanent Way Training Centre/Varanasi/NER
11. Permanent Way Training Centre/Palghat/SR
12. Permanent Way Training Centre/Villupuram/SR
13. Permanent Way Training Centre/Madurai/SR
14. Permanent Way Training Centre/Tambaram/SR
15. Permanent Way Training Centre/Quilon/SR
16. Permanent Way Training Centre/Dhanbad/ECR
17. Permanent Way Training Centre/Mugalsarai/ECR
18. 239. Permanent Way Training Centre/Samastipur/ECR
1. 240. Permanent Way Training Centre/Sonpur/ECR
2. Permanent Way Training Centre/Allahabad/NCR
3. Permanent Way Training Centre/Jhansi/NCR
1.
2.
3.
4.
Permanent Way Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Lalagarh/NWR
Permanent Way Training Centre/DGG/Nagpur/SECR
Permanent Way Training Centre/Bangalore/SWR
1. Transportation Training Centre/Ferozpur/NR
2. Transportation Training Centre/Kalka/NR
3. Transportation Training Centre/Kurukshetra/NR
4. Transportation Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
5. Transportation Training Centre/Shajahanpur/NR
6. Transportation Training Centre/Villupuram/SR
7. Transportation Training Centre/Shoranur/SR
8. Transportation Training Centre/Erode/SR
9. Transportation Training Centre/Adra/SER
10. Transportation Training Centre/Mokama/ECR
11. Transportation Training Centre/Subedargani/Allahabad/NCR
12. Transportation Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
13. Transportation Training Centre/Lalagarh/NWR
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Traffic Training Centre/Madupur/ER
Traffic Training Centre/Vijayawada/SCR
Traffic Training Centre/Dongargarh/SECR
Traffic Training Centre/Shrirangapattana/SWR
Traffic Training Centre/Dharwad/SWR
6. Traffic Training Centre/Bellary/SWR
7. Staff Training Centre(Operating)/Bhilai/SECR
1. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Bhusawal/CR
2. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Daund/CR
3. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Nagpur/CR
4. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Kamak Bunder/Mumbai/CR
5. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Beliaghata/ER
6. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Aishbag/NER
7. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Tinsukia/NFR
8. Divisional Training Centre(Engg./Tfc)/Katihar/NFR
9. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Alipurduar Jn/NFR
10. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Lumding/NFR
11. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Ajmer/NWR
12. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Bandikui/NWR
13. Divisional Training Centre(Engg.)/Bhopal/WCR
14. Engineering Training Centre/Miryalaguda/SCR
15. Engineering Training Centre/Rajmundry/SCR
16. Engineering Training Centre/Washim/SCR
17. Engineering Training Centre/Chakradharpur/SER
18. Engineering Training Centre/Adra/SER
19. Engineering Training Centre/Kharagpur/SER
20. Engineering Training Centre/Mumbai Central/WR
21. Engineering Training Centre/Vadodara/WR
22. Engineering Training Centre/Ratlam/WR
23. Engineering Training Centre/Bhavnagarpara/WR
24. Engineering Training Centre/Rajkot/WR
25. Engineering Training Centre/Bilaspur/SECR
26. Engineering Training Centre/Dharwad/SWR
27. Engineering Training Centre/Kota/WCR
1. Drivers/Asst. Drivers Training Centre / Ajni/CR
2. Diesel Drivers’ Training Centre/Jamalpur/ER
3. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Patratu/ER
4. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Andal/ER
5. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Burdwan/ER
6. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Howrah/ER
7. Diesel Traction Training Centre/ Alambagh/Lucknow/NR
8. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Ludhiana/NR
9. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Shakur Basti/Delhi/NR
10. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Tuglakabad/Delhi/NR
11. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Gonda/NER
12. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Malda/NFR
13. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Guwahati/NFR
14. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Siliguri/NFR
15. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Ponmalai/SR
16. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Tondiarpet/SR
17. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Kazipet/SCR
18. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Guntakal/SCR
19. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Rajmundry/SCR
20. Diesel Training School/Rourkela/SER
21. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Sabarmati/Ahmedabad/WR
22. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Mahalaxmi/WR
23. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Bandra/WR
24. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Ratlam/WR
25. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Abu Road/WR
26. Diesel Traction Training Centre/Mughalsarai/ECR
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Diesel Training Centre/Visakhapatnam/ECOR
Diesel Traction Training Centre/Bhagat-ki-koti/Jodhpur/NWR
Diesel Traction Training Centre(NG)/Nagpur/SECR
Divisional Loco Training Centre/Bilaspur/SECR
Divisional Loco Training Centre/Bezonbagh/SECR
Diesel Traction Training Centre/New Katni/WCR
Diesel Training Centre/Itarsi/WCR
1. Electric Training Centre/Perambur/SR
2. Electric Traction Training Centre/Mugalsarai/ECR
3. Electrical Training Centre(TRD)/Jhansi/NCR
4. Electrical Training Centre/Bilaspur/SECR
5. Electrical Training Centre/Mysore/SWR
6. OHE Training Centre/Dhanbad/ECR
7. Motorman Training Centre/Kalyan/CR
8. Motorman Training Centre/Kurla/CR
9. Traction Training Centre/Tambaram/SR
10. TRD Training Centre/Arakkonam/SR
11. TRD Training Centre/Chakradharpur/SER
12. Technical Training Centre(Electrical)/Hubli/SWR
13. Divisional Training Centre/Moradabd/NR
14. RPF Training Centre/Kurduwadi/CR
15. RPF Training Centre/Dhanbad/ECR
16. RPF Training Centre/Gorakhpur/NER
17. RPF Training Centre/Digboi/NFR
18. RPF Training Centre/Trichy/SR
19. RPF Training Centre/Maula-ali/SCR
20. RPF Training Centre/Midnapore/SER
21. RPF Training Centre/Valsad/WR
22. RPSF Training Centre/Gorakhpur
23. Personnel Training Centre/Jodhpur/NWR
24. Thermit Welding Training Centre/Lucknow/NR
25. Technical Training Centre/Metro Rail/Kolkata
26. NDT Training Centre/RDSO/Lucknow.
.
Board’s letter No. F[E]III/2005/PN1/23 dated 28-12-2005 .
Sub: Order dated 12th April, 2005, of the High Court of Judicature of Andhra Pradesh at
Hyderabad in CC No. 312 of 2005 in WP No. 8532 of 2003 – Regarding restoration of one-third
portion of commuted pension after 15 years from the date of commutation.
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Instructions were issued vide Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare vide O.M.
No. 4/59/97-P&PW[D] dated 14th July 1998 and OM No. 4/29/99-P&PW[D] dated 12-7-2000
circulated vide Board’s letter No. F[E]III/96/PN1/9 dated 18-8-98 and 2-8-2000 respectively for
restoration of one third commuted portion of pension after 15 years from the date of
commutation or 1st April, 1985, whichever is later, in respect of Government servants who had
drawn lumpsum payment on absorption in PSU / autonomous body. In terms of those
instructions, the basic pension sanctioned at the time of permanent absorption of such
Government servants is to be notionally revised in accordance with the then prevailing
instructions and one third of the revised pension is to be restored after 15 years from the date of
commutation or 1-4-1985, whichever is later, and Dearness Relief is to be paid on the full
notional pension.
2.
The Society for the Welfare of Former Central Government Employees Absorbed in
Public Undertakings, Hyderabad, had filed OA No. 1345/2001 in the Hyderabad Bench of
Central Administrative Tribunal requesting for certain reliefs, which were allowed by the
Tribunal vide their order dated 28th November, 2002. Aggrieved by this order, Government
[Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India] filed Writ Petition No. 8532/2003 in
the High Court, of Judicature of Andhra Pradesh at Hyderabad, against the said order. The High
Court, vide their order dated the 24th December, 2003, prescribed a different formula for
restoration of one-third pension to such absorbees. It was felt in the Government that there was
an error apparent on record in the said order dated the 24th December, 2003, hence a review
petition No. WPMP SR No.78433 in WP No. 8532 of 2003 was filed in the High Court praying
for rectification of the error. In the meantime, a Contempt Petition No. 312/2005 was filed by
the respondents in the High Court for non-implementation of the order dated 24th
December, 2003 of the High Court. The High Court, vide their order on 12th April, 2005
dismissed the review petition since it did not find any calculation error in their order dated 24th
December, 2003 and also dismissed the Contempt Petition holding that it is for the individual
employees to make detailed representations with regard to the eligibility of pension keeping n
view their order dated the 24th December, 2003. While disposing of the contempt petition, the
Court directed the petitioner association to forward the individual representations of the
employees concerned to the respective departments and the same shall be considered and
disposed of in the light of the principles laid down by the Court in their order dated the 24th
December, 2003, as expeditiously as possible, within a period of eight weeks from the date of
submission of the applications.
1. Since the present policy of the Government and the High Court’s order dated the 24th
December, 2003, on the question of the mode of calculation for restoration of one-third
portion of commuted pension of PSU absorbees are at variance with each other,
DOP&PW advised the Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India to file an
SLP before the Supreme Court. SLP[C] No. 9358-9359 of 2005 filed by the Accountant
General, Orissa & Anr. Vs. R. Rama Murthy & Anr. in the above case came up for
hearing before the Supreme Court on 19-10-2005 and Hon’ble Supreme Court has
granted interim stay.
1. In the meantime, the High Court of Andhra Pradesh in its order dated 28th September,
2005, in Contempt Case No. 760 of 2005 and CC SR No. 3981 of 2005 [ filed by the
Society for the Welfare of Former Central Government Employees Absorbed in Public
Sector Undertakings, Hyderabad against Secretary, Ministry of Personnel, Public
Grievances & Pensions, New Delhi and others] stated as below:-
“ In view of the submission made by the Learned Standing Counsel and in the facts and
circumstances of the case as to the pension of the members of the petitioner – association,
without expressing any opinion on the merits of the contempt cases, in order to put a quitus to
the lis, we feel it just and proper to modify the mode of calculation of the pension to the effect
the that pension has to be calculated in respect of the persons whose representations had been
forwarded by the petitioner – Association to the respondents, as per the existing rules without
reference to the mode calculation as adopted by the earlier Division Bench of this Court in WP
No. 8532 of 2003, within a period of three months from the date of receipt of copy of this order.
Subject to the above modification, these contempt cases are closed. However, in view of the fact
that the matter pertains to the retired employees, it is made clear that if any representations by the
retired employees are received subsequently, their cases should also be considered on par with
the members of the petitioner-association.”
1. In view of the above order of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, all Zonal Railways are
requested to take appropriate action for finalizing the restoration of the 1/3rd portion of
the pension to PSU absorbee in terms of the existing rules and regulations in the matter.
RBE No.216/2005
Railway Board’s letter No.E(LL)97/AT/PW/5 dtd.20.12.2005 (RBE No.216/2005)
Sub: The Payment of Wages (Amendment) Act, 2005.
A copy of the Payment of Wages (Amendment) Act, 2005 along with a copy of Notification
No.S-31012/3/94 WC(PW) dated 8.11.2005 issued by the Ministry of Labour and Employment
is sent herewith for information/ guidance. The Ministry of Railways desire that the amended
new provisions of the said Act which are enforced from 08.11.2005 should be strictly complied
with by the Railways etc.
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NEW DELHI, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2005/KARTIKA 17, 1927
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NOTIFICATION
New Delhi, the 8th November, 2005
S.O. 1577(E)—In exercise of the powers conferred by Sub-Section (2) of Section 1 of the
Payment of Wages (Amendment) Act, 2005 (4) of 2005), the Central Government hereby
appoints the 9th day of November, 2005 as the date on which the said Act shall come into force.
(F.No.S-31012/3/94-WC(PW))
H.N.GUPTA, Labour and Employment Advisor
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NEW DELHI, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2005/BHADRA 15, 1927
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New Delhi, the 6th September, 2005/Bhadra 15, 1927 (Saka)
The following Act of Parliament received the assent of the President on 5th September, 2005 and
is hereby published for general information:–
THE PAYMENT OF WAGES (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2005
NO.41 OF 2005
(5TH September, 2005)
An Act further to amend the Payment of Wages Act, 1936.
BE it enacted by Parliament in the Fifty-sixth Year of the Republic of India as follows:—
1.(l) This Act may be called the Payment of Wages (Amendment) Act, 2005.
(2) It shall come into force on such date as the Central Government may, by notification in the
Official Gazette, appoint.
2. In section 1 of the Payment of Wages Act , 1936 (hereinafter referred to as the principal
Act), for sub-section (6), the following sub-section shall be substituted, namely:“This Act applies to wages payable to employed person in respect of a wage period if such
wages for that wage period do not exceed six thousand five hundred rupees per month or such
other higher sum which, on the basis of figures of the Consumer Expenditure Survey published
by the National
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other expression.
3. Throughout the principal Act, unless otherwise expressly provided for, ‘the expressions the
Central Government or a State Government’ and ‘the State Government’, wherever they occur,
the expression ‘appropriate Government’ shall be substituted and such other consequential
amendment as the rules of grammar may require shall also be made.
Amendment of
section 2
1. In section 2 of the principal Act—
(a) clauses (i), (ia) and (ib) shall be re-numbered as clauses (ia), (ib) and (ic), respectively and
before clause (ia) as so re-numbered, the following clause shall be inserted, namely:–
‘(i) “appropriate Government” means, in relation to railways, air transport services, mines and
oilfields, the Central Government, in relation to all other cases, the State Government;’
(b) for clause (v), the following clause shall be substituted, namely:–
‘(v) “railway administration” has the meaning assigned to it in clause (32) of section 2 of the
Railways Act, 1989;’.
Substitution of
section for
section.3
1. 5. For section 3 of the principal Act, the following section shall be substituted, namely:-
Responsibility for
payment of wages
“3.(l) Every employer shall be responsible for the payment of all wages required to be paid under
this Act to persons employed by him and in case of persons employed, —
(a)
in factories, if a person has been named as the manager of the factory under clause (f) of
sub-section (l) of section 7 of the Factories Act, 1948;
(b)
in industrial or other establishments, if there is a person responsible to the employer for
the supervision and control of the industrial or other establishments;
(c)
upon railways (other than in factories), if the employer is the railway administration and
the railway administration has nominated a person in this behalf for the local area concerned;
(d)
in the case of contractor, a person designated by such contractor who is directly under his
charge; and
(e)
in any other case, a person designated by the employer as a person responsible for
complying with the provisions of the Act,
the person so named, the person responsible to the employer, the person so nominated or the
person so designated, as the case may be, shall be responsible for such payment.
(2) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (1), it shall be the responsibility of the
employer to make payment of all wages required to be made under this Act in case the contractor
or the person designated by the employer fails to make such payment.”
Amendment of
section 7.
1. In section 7 of the principal Act, —
(a) in sub-section (1), for the words, brackets and figures “sub-section (2) of section 47 of the
Indian Railways Act, 1890”, the words and figures “The Railways Act, 1989” shall be
substituted;
(b) in sub-section (2), in clause (i), for the words, figures and letter “in section 58A of the
Indian Income-tax Act, 1922”, the words, brackets and figures “in clause (38) of section 2 of the
Income-tax Act, 1961” shall be substituted;
9 of 1890.
24 of 1989
(c) in sub-section: (4), for the words and figures “the Indian Railways Act, 1890”, the words
and figures “the Railways Act, 1989” shall be substituted.
1. In Section 8 of the principal Act, in sub-section (6), for the words “sixty days”, the words
“ninety days” shall be substituted.
1. In section 15 of the principal Act,—
(i)
for sub-section (1), the following sub-section shall be substituted, namely:—
“(l) The appropriate Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, appoint—
(a) any Commissioner for Workmen’s Compensation; or
(b) any officer of the Central Government exercising functions as, —
(i)
Regional Labour Commissioner; or
(ii)
Assistant Labour Commissioner with atleast two years’ experience, or
(c) Any officer of the State Government not below the rank of Assistant Labour Commissioner
with atleast two years’ experience; or
(d)
14 of 1947
A presiding officer of any Labour Court or Industrial Tribunal, constituted under the Industrial
Disputes Act, 1947 or under any corresponding law relating to the investigating and settlement
of industrial disputes in force in the State.
(e) Any other officer with experience as a Judge of a Civil Court or a Judicial Magistrate,
As the authority to hear and decide for any specified area all claims arising out of deductions
from the wages, or delay in payment of the wages, of persons employed or paid in the area,
including all matters incidental in such claims:
Provided that where the appropriate Government considers it necessary so to do, it may appoint
more than one authority for any specified area and may, by general or special order, provide for
the distribution or allocation of work to be performed by them under this Act”;
(ii)
for sub-section (3), the following sub-section shall be substituted, namely:–
“(3) When any application under sub-section (2) is entertained, the authority shall hear the
applicant and the employer or other person responsible for the payment of wages under section 3,
or give them an opportunity of being heard, and, after such further enquiry, if any, as may be
necessary, may, without prejudice to any other penalty to which such employer or other person is
liable under this Act, direct the refund to the employed person of the amount deducted, or the
payment of the delayed wages, together with the payment of such compensation as the authority
may think fit, not exceeding ten times the amount deducted in the former case and not exceeding
three thousand rupees but not less than one thousand five hundred rupees in the latter, and even
if the amount deducted or delayed wages are paid before the disposal of the application, direct
the payment of such compensation, as the authority may think fit, not exceeding two thousand
rupees;
Provided that the claim under this Act shall be disposed of as far as practicable within a period
of three months from the date of registration of the claim by the authority:
Provided further that the period of three months may be extended if both parties to the disputes
agree for any bona fide reason to be recorded by the authority that the said period of three
months may be extended to such period as may be necessary to dispose of the application a just
manner:
Provided also that no direction for the payment of compensation shall be made in the case of
delayed wages if the authority is satisfied that the delay was due to —-
(a) a bona fide error or bona fide dispute as to the amount payable to the employed person; or
(b) the occurrence of an emergency, or the existence of exceptional circumstances, the person
responsible for the payment of wages was unable, in spite of exercising reasonable diligence; or
(c) the failure of the employed person to apply for or accept payment.”;
(iii)
in sub-section (4), for the words “not exceeding fifty rupees” wherever they occur,
the words “not exceeding three hundred seventy-five rupees” shall be substituted.
Amendment of
section 20
1. In section 20 of the principal Act,—-
(a) in sub-section (1), for the words “with fine which shall not be less than two hundred rupees
but which may extend to one thousand rupees”, the words “with fine which shall not be less than
one thousand five hundred rupees but which may extend to seven thousand five hundred rupees”
shall be substituted;
(b) in sub-section (2), for the words “with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, the
words “with fine which may extend to three thousand seven hundred fifty rupees’ shall be
substituted;
(c) after sub-section (2), the following sub-section shall be inserted, namely:–
“(2A) Whoever being required to nominate or designate a person under section 3 fails to do so,
such person shall be punishable with fine which may extend to three thousand rupees.”;
(d) in sub-section (3), for the words “with fine which shall not be less than two hundred rupees
but which may extend to one thousand rupees”, the words “with fine which shall not be less than
one thousand five hundred rupees but which may extend to seven thousand five hundred rupees”
shall be substituted;
(e) in sub-section (4), for the words “with fine which shall not be less than two hundred rupees
but which may extend to one thousand rupees”, the words “with fine which shall not be less than
one thousand five hundred rupees but which may extend to seven thousand five hundred rupees”
shall be substituted;
(f) in sub-section (5), for the words “with fine which shall not be less than five hundred rupees
but which may extend to three thousand rupees”, the words “with fine which shall not be less
than three thousand seven hundred fifty rupees but which may extend to twenty-two thousand
five hundred rupees”, shall be substituted;
(g)
Substitution of
new Section for
Section 4
Delegation of
powers
in sub-section (6), for the words “one hundred rupees”, the words “seven hundred fifty rupees”
shall be substituted.
1. For Section 24 of the Principal Act, the following sections shall be substituted, namely:–
“24 the appropriate Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, direct the any
power exercisable by it under this Act shall, in relation to such matters and subject to such
conditions, if any, as may be specified in the direction, be also exercisable —-
(a) where the appropriate Government is the Central Government, by such officer or authority
subordinate to the Central Government or by the State Government or by such officer or
authority subordinate to the State Government, as may be specified in the notification;
(b) where the appropriate Government is a State Government, by such officer or authority
subordinate to the State Government as may be specified in the notification.”
Amendment
of section 26
1. In section 26 of the Principal Act, —
(a) in sub-section (4), for the words “which may extend to two hundred rupees”, the words
“which shall not be less than seven hundred fifty rupees but which may extend to one thousand
five hundred rupees” shall be substituted;
(b) after sub-section (6), the following, sub-section shall be inserted, namely:–
“(7) All rules made under this section by the State Government shall, as soon as possible after
they are made, be laid before the State Legislature”.
T.K. VISWANATHAN,
Secy. To the Govt. of India.
RBE No.219/2005
Board’s letter No. E(W)95 UN1-19 dated 27.12.2005 (RBE No.219/05)
(Uniform Circular No.3 of 2005)
Sub: Issue of uniform and other accessories to Gangmen (Trackmen), Keymen, Mates and
Patrolmen.
Board had constituted a Committee of Executive Directors of Railway Board viz. EDCE(G) as
Convener, EDFE and EDRS(G) as Members to review the existing norms and specifications for
the uniform and other protective garments being supplied to Gangmen, Keymen, Mates and
Patrolmen and to examine the need and justification for additional items, if any, to be given to
these categories of staff and to make appropriate recommendations with the likely financial
implications. The Committee after wide interaction with various gangs/units on the Railways and
detailed discussions with concerned railway officials and based on suggestions received from
Railways, framed their recommendations regarding supply of uniform and other protective
equipments/accessories to these categories of employees, as under:-
S.N Item
o
1.
Shirt
(a) Summer
Present Yardstick
Description/specificati Scale
on
Half Sleeves, cotton of One per year
orange colour (10-S)
Proposed Yardstick
Descriptio Scale
n
Half
Two per
sleeves of year
handloom
polyester
cotton
blended,
67/33
shirting
88/91 cms
wide
conformin
Remarks
In cold and
only
winter
climate, 4
shirts of
full sleeves
can be
given
every year.
(b) Winter
Full Sleeves, cotton of One per year
orange colour (8-S)
2.
Trousers
Drill Khaki (3-S)
3.
Jersey
(woolen) or
cumbli
g to
IS:11815/8
6 of orange
colour
Full
Two per
sleeves of year
handloom
polyester
cotton
blended,
67/33
shirting
88/91 cms
wide
conformin
g to
IS:11815/8
6 of orange
colour
Drill Khaki 3 per year
of
handloom
polyester
cotton
blended
67/33
suiting
138/142
cms wide
conformin
g to
IS:11248/8
5
Of maroon colour with One in 5 years to No change
Quality
one every year
full sleeves in one
needs to be
piece without stitching depending on the
properly
at shoulders with a
climate.
supervised
short ‘V’ neck
Or
Cumbli Coarse thick
2 per year
wool, hand woven in
size 220 x 152 cms
4.
Overcoat
One for 5 years
to one for 2
years depending
on climatic
region.
(a)One per 5
No change
years
(a) summer &
mild winter
(b)
Summer &
winter
(c)
Very cold
5.
6.
(d) winter only
Shoes
Sturdy canvas shoes
with grooved rubber
soles suitable for
walking along tracks.
Rain coat 17PC, Cape,
water proof
with
detachable
hood, made
from fabric,
rubberized
water proof
block.
(b)One per 5
years
(c)One per 4
years
(d)One per 3
years
2 pairs per year
Canvas
1 pair per Shoes
hunter
year
should be
shoe/jungl
branded
e boot with
one.
proper heat
insulation
for soleconformin
g to BIS
15298
Being given only Rain coat – One in 3
while during
rubberized years for
monsoon
water
regions
patrolling duty proof coat having
and is kept as
with full rainfall less
T&P item
sleeves
than 600
with
mm; for
cap/hood other
conformin regions, it
g to
should be
7.
8.
IS:59159- one for
70
every 2
year.
In addition
Head gear
Helmet IS:2925/1984 Being given as Cotton
T&P item when safa/pagri to Helmet,
(Ref:Board’s letter
work is to be
similar to following
No.E(W)95UN1/19
dt.10.5.05
done in a tunnel what being items may
bridge/constructi given to also be
on site.
trolleymen given.
4.5 m long Safa/ Pagri
& 8.2 cm 2 for 2
wide for years or
all climates Monkey
except cold cap
& only
(woolen)
winter
one for 2
where
years
woolen
monkey
cap should
be given
Mittens/gloves To be given only in
One for 1 year
(a)
(a) 2 pairs
Summer & for cotton
very cold climate
Mild
gloves
winters
every year.
b) one pair
cotton and
one pair
woolen
every year.
(b)
Summer &
winter – (c) 2 pair
woolen
every year
9.
Socks
Cotton socks
3 pair per year
(c) Very
cold &
winter
only.
a)
Winter
a) 4 pairs
cotton
At present,
this is
being
given to
only
Trolleyma
n.
and Mild
winters
b)
2 pairs
b)
cotton & 2
Summer & pairs
winter – woolen
c)
& (d)
4 pairs
c) Very woolen
only.
cold
10. Luminescent Good quality
vest (Safety
Jacket)
(Ref.Board’s
letter
No.E(W)95U
N-1/19
dt.28.8.03)
11. Water bottle –
d)
winter
only.
One in two year No change –
–
Milton
One for 2
type bottle years
of 2 litres
having
proper heat
insulation
so that
water can
be kept
cool for 56 hours
The above recommendations have since been accepted by Board and MR.
–
It is advised that the above yardstick may be implemented immediately after existing stock of
uniform/protective accessories etc. to Gangmen and allied categories is exhausted.
For all other purposes, provision contained in the Dress Regulations, 2004 shall apply.
This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.
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