The Government of India has declared Wednesday, April 14th, 2021, as a public holiday across all Central Government Offices and Industrial Establishments in India. This declaration is made in observance of the birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and is authorized under Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. All Ministries and Departments are instructed to disseminate this information to...
Declaration of Holiday on 14th April, 2021 – Birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Holidays to be observed in Central Government Offices during the year 2022
This Office Memorandum details the list of holidays to be observed in Central Government Offices during the year 2022. It specifies compulsory holidays for all offices and provides a list of optional holidays from which employees can choose. The memorandum also outlines procedures for determining holidays in Delhi/New Delhi versus offices located outside of these areas, and addresses potential...
Holidays to be observed in Central Government Offices during the year 2023
This Office Memorandum details the list of both compulsory and restricted holidays for Central Government offices located in Delhi/New Delhi during the year 2023. It specifies 14 compulsory holidays, including national and religious observances, and a list of 33 restricted holidays from which employees can choose. The memorandum also outlines procedures for changes to holiday dates, particularly...
Early Closure of Offices in connection with Republic Day Parade/Beating Retreat Ceremony/At Home Function during January, 2024
This office memorandum details the schedule for early closures of various government offices throughout January 2024. These closures are necessary to facilitate arrangements for the Republic Day Parade, Beating Retreat Ceremony, and ‘At Home’ Function. The document specifies different closure timings for buildings listed in Annexure-A, Annexure-B, Annexure-C, and Annexure-D, based on...
Closing of Central Government Offices for General and Bye-Elections – April-June 2024
This office memorandum details guidelines for the closure of Central Government offices and Industrial Establishments during the Lok Sabha 2024 elections and State Legislative Assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Odisha, and Sikkim, as well as bye-elections. It specifies that offices will be closed on polling days in notified areas and outlines provisions for special casual...
Closure of Central Government Offices for Lok Sabha and State Assembly Elections 2024
This office memorandum details guidelines for the closure of central government offices during the Lok Sabha elections 2024 and state assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Odisha, and Sikkim. It specifies that offices in notified areas will be closed on polling days for general elections. For by-elections to state legislative assemblies, special casual leave will be granted...
Holidays to be observed in Central Government Offices during the year 2025
This Office Memorandum details the holidays for Central Government Offices in 2025. It specifies compulsory holidays applicable to all offices, with additional optional holidays for employees to choose from. The document differentiates between holidays for offices in Delhi/New Delhi and those located elsewhere, outlining the selection process for optional holidays in each case. It also addresses...
Declaration of Holiday on 14th April, 2025 – Birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
The Government of India has announced a holiday on April 14th, 2025, to commemorate the birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. This holiday applies to all Central Government Offices and Industrial Establishments across India. The directive has been issued to all Ministries and Departments, requesting them to disseminate this information to all relevant parties. Additionally, various commissions...
Holidays to be observed in Central Government Offices during the year 2026
This Office Memorandum details the holidays to be observed in Central Government Offices during the year 2026. It specifies compulsory holidays for all offices and optional holidays from which employees can choose. The document outlines different lists of holidays applicable to offices in Delhi/New Delhi versus those located outside, and clarifies procedures for changes to holiday dates...
Terms for Central Government Employees Awarded Jawaharlal Nehru Fellowship
This Office Memorandum details the terms and conditions for Central Government employees who are awarded the Jawaharlal Nehru Fellowship. It clarifies the provisions for study leave, leave salary, and allowances during the fellowship period. The memorandum supersedes earlier orders and specifies that employees will receive leave salary equal to their pay before proceeding on leave, without...