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Constitution of a Joint Committee to Examine Anomalies in Modified Assured Career Progression Scheme

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This Office Memorandum details the formation of a Joint Committee tasked with investigating anomalies related to the Modified Assured Career Progression Scheme (MACPS). The committee comprises members from both the Official and Staff Sides, with a Joint Secretary (Estt), DoP&T, serving as Chairman and Director/DS(JCA), DoPT as Member Secretary. The committee is responsible for examining...

Extension of Timelines for APAR Submission – 2023-24

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The Department of Personnel & Training has issued an office memorandum extending the deadline for Central Civil Services officers to submit their self-appraisal for the Annual Performance Assessment Report (APAR) for the year 2023-24. This extension, from April 15th to April 30th, is due to the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections. Existing timelines for other aspects of the APAR process, as outlined...

Extension of Timelines for Recording of APARs for the Year 2023-24

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This office memorandum details an extension of deadlines for completing Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs) for Central Civil Services employees for the year 2023-24. The extension is a one-time measure due to difficulties experienced by officers in adhering to original timelines because of their engagement in the Lok Sabha Elections, 2024. The memorandum provides a revised schedule for...

Extension of Timelines for APARs 2023-24 for Central Civil Services

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The Department of Personnel & Training has issued an office memorandum extending the deadlines for completing Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs) for the year 2023-24. This decision comes in response to reported difficulties faced by officers in adhering to the previously established timelines. Specifically, the deadline for submission of reports by Reporting Officers to Reviewing...

Revision of Timelines for Annual Performance Assessment Report (APAR)

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This office memorandum details revisions to the timeline for preparing and completing the Annual Performance Assessment Report (APAR) for Central Civil Services. The changes, outlined in Annexure III, modify the previous schedule established in a 2009 OM. The revised schedule covers key stages including distribution of APAR forms, self-appraisal submission, review, appraisal, disclosure...

Periodic Review of Central Government Employees for Strengthening of Administration

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This Office Memorandum details the guidelines for periodic review of Central Government employees to assess their performance and determine whether they should be retained in service or retired prematurely. It clarifies the objectives of these reviews, emphasizing strengthening the administrative machinery and ensuring efficiency. The document outlines the criteria for premature retirement under...

Periodic Review of Central Government Employees for Strengthening of Administration

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This Office Memorandum details guidelines for the periodic review of Central Government employees to assess their performance and determine whether they should be retained in service or retired prematurely. It references previous OMs and clarifies procedures for identifying cases for premature retirement under Fundamental Rule (FR) 56(j)/(l) and Rule 48 of CCS (Pension) Rules, now revised as Rule...

Periodic Review of Central Government Employees for Strengthening of Administration

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This Office Memorandum from the Department of Personnel & Training addresses the periodic review of Central Government employees to ensure a strong and efficient administration. It reiterates existing guidelines under Fundamental Rule (FR) 56(j)/(1) and Rule 48 (now 42) of the CCS (Pension) Rules, emphasizing the need for Ministries and Departments to identify employees for review, submit...

Revised Composition of Representation Committee for Periodic Review of Central Government Employees

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This office memorandum details the revised composition of the Representation Committee tasked with the periodic review of Central Government Employees. The committee’s purpose is to strengthen administration under Fundamental Rules (FR) 56(j)/(I) and Rule 42 of CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021. The committee will consist of Shri S.C.L. Das, Secretary, M/o Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises;...

Incentive for Sportspersons in Government of India – Revision of Instructions

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This Office Memorandum details revisions to existing instructions regarding recruitment, promotion, and incentives for sportspersons in the Government of India. The revisions aim to clarify eligibility criteria, include recently prominent games/events, and enhance incentives for high-performing athletes. Key areas addressed include eligibility for appointment, inclusion of games/events...