CategoryNotifications & Circulars

In a significant move to streamline administrative processes, a recent directive has been issued to address the long-standing issue of missing Annual Confidential Reports (ACRs) for government officers. These crucial documents, vital for career progression including promotions, confirmations, and deputations, are reportedly unavailable for a substantial number of Deputy and Under Secretaries...

Effective government operations rely on robust performance management, and a key aspect of this is the Annual Performance Appraisal Report (APAR). To ensure the seamless monitoring of these crucial evaluations for Central Secretariat Service (CSS) officers, a system of designated Nodal Officers has been established across various Ministries and Departments. These Nodal Officers play a vital role...

Attention all government departments and ministries! It has been observed that a significant number of Annual Confidential Reports (ACRs) and Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs) are missing for officers of the Central Secretariat Service (CSS), particularly those in the zone of consideration for promotion. These missing records, some dating back several years, are directly hindering the...

Ensuring the timely and accurate completion of Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs) is a critical component of career management for Central Secretariat Service (CSS) officers. Recent government communications have underscored an urgent need to address outstanding APARs, particularly for those in key roles such as Director, Deputy Secretary, and Under Secretary. It has been highlighted...

Ensuring efficient and fair career progression in the civil services hinges on one critical element: timely performance evaluations. Past delays in completing Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs) have unfortunately stalled promotions and deputations for many officers. To address this, a comprehensive push is underway, reminding all departments of the crucial importance of adhering to...