A copy of Government of India’s Resolution No. 5(1)-B(PD)/2018 dated 3rd January, 2019 issued by the Ministry of Finance (Department of Economic Affairs) prescribing interest at the rate of 8% (eight percent) w.e.f. 1st January, 2019 to 31st March, 2019 on accumulations at the credit of the subscribers to State Railway Provident Fund, is enclosed, for information and necessary action.
(G. Priya Sudarsani)
Director, Finance (Estt.),
Railway Board
Educational qualification for recruitment to Group ‘C’ posts in Railway S&T Department
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA (BHARAT SARKAR)
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (RAIL MANTRALAYA)
(RAILWAY BOARD)
No. E (NG) II/2001/RR-1/6.
RBE No. 7/2019
New Delhi, Dated 10.01.2019
The General Manager (P),
All Zonal Railways/Production Units
Chairmen/Railway Recruitment Boards.
Sub: Educational qualification for recruitment to Group ‘C’ posts in S&T Departments on the Railways.
Attention is invited to this office letter of even number dated 07/03/2016(RBE No.25/2016) prescribing minimum educational qualification for open market recruitment to the posts of Junior Engineer and. Senior Section Engineer in S&T Department on the Railways.
2. Pursuant to reference received from one of the field units, review of the same has been undertaken in consultation with Signal & Telecommunication Directorates of this Ministry and it has been decided in the Board that henceforth minimum qualification for Direct Recruitment to post of JE/SSE stand modified as under:-
Three years Diploma in
(a) Electrical/Electronics/Information Technology/ Communication Engineering/Computer Science & Engineering/Computer Science/ Computer Engineering
OR
(b) a combination of any sub stream of basic streams of Electrical/Electronics/Information Technology/Communication Engineering/Computer Science & Engineering/Computer Science/ Computer Engineering from a recognized University/Institute.
Four years Bachelor’s Degree in
(a) Electrical/ Electronics/ Information Technology/ Communication Engineering/
Computer Science & Engineering/ Computer Science/ Computer Engineering or M.Sc. Electronics
OR
(b) a combination of any sub stream of,basic streams of Electrical/Electronics/
Information Technology / Communication Engineering/Computer Science & Engineering/ Computer Science/ Computer Engineering from a recognized University/Institute.
3. These instructions will be effective from the date of issue recruitment notification published under Centralized Employment 03/2018 issued by Railway Recruitment Boards.
4. As regards Direct Recruitment to the post of SSE these instuctions may be read in conjunction with this office letter no. E(NG)II/2018/RR-1/31 dated 25.10.2018, circulated under RBE No. 166/2018.
5. Please acknowledge receipt.
((This disposes of RRB Secunderabad letter No. RRB/SC/JE/CEN/2018 dated 28/11/2018).
Railway Medical Beneficiary – Referral for Treatment
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
RAILWAY BOARD
NO.2018/Trans Cell/Health/Medical Issues
Dated: 24.01.2019
The General Manager, All Indinan Railways/PUs, NF(Con), CORE
The DG/RDSO/Lucknow, DG/NAIR/Vadodara
CAOs,DMW/Patiala, WPO/Patna. COFMOW/NDLS, RWP/Bela, CAO/IROAF
Sub: Process Simplification – Referral of patients for Treatment, Investigation, Physiotherapy, etc. to the Private Empanelled and other Govt. Hospitals.
2. GM/NWR’s letter no. G/HQ/NWR/TC dated 08.01.2019
With reference to GM/NWR’s letter at (2) and Board’s letter at (1) above, Board(MS, FC & CRB) in consultation with Health Directorate have approved the following:-
1. Railway Medical Beneficiary may be referred for treatment, investigation, physiotherapy, dental treatment etc. to the private empanelled and other Government Hospitals by two doctors. The treating doctor and One Other Doctor from administrative side of as nominated by MD/CMS/CMO in-charge of the hospital.
2. Other extant instructions/guidelines issued from Board on the subject shall remain unchanged or as modified from time to time.
This issues with the concurrence of Associate Finance of Transformation Cell of the Railway Board.
Kindly acknowledge the receipt and ensure compliance.
Age Limit for Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission 2019-20
A Child must be 5 years old as on 31st March in the academic year in which admission is sought for Class I. (Child born on 1st April should also be considered.)
A. The minimum and maximum age limit for admission in Kendriya Vidyalayas in various classes is given below : (Child born on 1st April should also be considered.)
Class
Minimum Age (As on 31st March)
Max Age (As on 31st March)
I
5 years
7 years
II
6 years
8 years
III
7 years
9 years
IV
8 years
10 years
V
9 years
11 years
VI
10 years
12 years
VII
11 years
13 years
VIII
12 years
14 years
IX
13 years
15 years
X
14 years
16 years
Note : The maximum age limit can be relaxed by two years in case of Differently abled children by the Principal.
B. There is no age restriction for admission to Class XI provided the student is seeking admission in the year of passing Class X examination. Similarly, there will be no upper & lower age limit for admission to class Xll provided there has been no break in the continuous study of the student after passing class XI.
AIRF Meeting with Railway Minister on the burning issues of the Railwaymen
A.I.R.F. All India Railwaymen’s Federation 4, State Entry Road, New Delhi – 1100055
No.AIRF/24(C)
Dated: January 22, 2019
The General Secretaries,
All Affiliated Unions
Dear Comrades,
Sub: Brief of the meeting held today with Hon’ble Minister for Railways on the burning issues of the Railwaymen
Today I had detailed discussions on the pending major issues in a meeting with Hon’ble Minister for Railways in the presence of CRB and Member Staff. The meeting was held in a very cordial atmosphere and I noticed quite positive attitude of Hon’ble MR on almost all the major issues. Brief details of the discussions held is as under:-
(i) Revision of rates of Running Allowances and other allowances related to Running Staff – This issue was discussed threadbare and Hon’ble MR had reservations about the proposed rates on the plea that, it will result in further increase in operating ratio. He also said that, according to Finance it comes to Rs.398/-. I explained the matter in detail and also advised him about the formula, on the basis of which it comes out to Rs.648/-. Finally, he agreed to further process the case file to MoF for Rs.525/- and advised the CRB and MS accordingly. It is expected that the case will be sent to MoF shortly.
(ii) Four-grade structure(in the ratio of 10:20:20:50) to Track Maintainers – This issue was also discussed in details and it was explained to Hon’ble MR that; the entire process is financially neutral. He directed the MS to issue orders immediately, because it has been already agreed with the AIRF in previous negotiations.
(iii) Restructuring of IT Cadre – I explained that, all the Cadre Restructuring have always been based on the sanctioned strength of the cadre and not on roll as also entire process of Cadre Restructuring is always with financial neutrality, as such, same principle should be applied in case of Cadre Restructuring of IT Cadre also. I also reminded him that, this issue has been agreed by the FC in his chamber during discussions. Hon’ble MR agreed to it and advised the MS to take action accordingly.
(iv) Promotional prospects of educated staff working in lower grades in GP Rs.1800(Level-1 of VII CPC) – I mentioned that, a large-number of highly educated people are available now in the lowest grade, who are very much curious for their career advancement. I further mentioned that, AIRF has already proposed the Railway Board to divert 10% posts, earmarked for Direct Recruitment, to LDCE open to all, so that, qualified Track Maintainers and staff of all departments and categories, who are having academic qualification, prescribed for Direct Recruitment on these higher grade posts, can be considered for promotion, which will definitely give some relief to such staff. Hon’ble MR was in an agreement with this proposal and asked the CRB and MS to take necessary action in the matter.
(v) Advancement prospects for the staff in erstwhile GP Rs.1800 and GP Rs.4600 – I explained to Hon’ble MR that, in view of poor prospects of advancement, there is serious discontentment amongst the staff working in the said two grade pay. AIRF has, therefore, proposed that, 50% posts in GP Rs.1800, i.e. Level-1 of VII CPC, be upgraded to GP Rs.1900, i.e. Level-2 of VII CPC, with financial neutrality. Hon’ble MR also agreed to this proposal and advised the CRB and MS to take necessary action in the matter.
So far as promotional prospects of the staff in GP Rs.4600 is concerned, it was informed that, Board is working out some solution to convert some posts of GP Rs.4600 to Gazetted Cadre.
(vi) LARSGESS – On the issue of LARSGESS, Hon’ble MR said, that, the Attorney General has very clearly written that, this scheme is unconstitutional, hence will not sustain before the Hon’ble Supreme Court. In the wake of this, we are proceeding to Hon’ble Supreme Court with those cases who have completed all formalities. On the issue of LARSGESS, AIRF is also likely to file a petition in the Hon’ble Supreme Court, and for that we are in consultation with the eminent lawyer.
Apart from the above, I also discussed the issues of Guaranteed Pension to NPS covered employees and improvement in Minimum Wage and Fitment Formula and requested Hon’ble MR to convene a meeting with Hon’ble Prime Minister on these significant issues. He assured that he would take these issues with all seriousness and would try to arrange a meeting with Hon’ble Prime Minister.
Provision of smartphone to GDS working at Sub Post Offices
F. No.6-1/2018-PBI (Pt)
Ministry of Communications
Department of Posts
(PBI Division)
Dak Bhawan, New Delhi
Date: 22/01/2019
To
All CPMGs
Subject: Provision of smartphone to GDS working at Sub Post Offices – Reg.
With reference to query raised by some circles regarding provision of smartphones to GDS working at Sub Post Offices on GDS Post.
2. The undersigned is directed to convey that the supply of device is to be done designation wise is for Postmen by DoP and GDS by IPPB. Circles are directed to adhere to this principle for data configuration in the system.
3. This issues with approval of competent authority.
Clarificatory OM for payment of two family pensions on death attributable to Govt service of a re-employed pensioner
No.1/3/2016-P&PW(F)
Government of India
Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare
(Desk-F)
3rd Floor, Lok Nayak Bhavan,
Khan Market, New Delhi.
Dated the 24th January, 2019
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Subject : Clarificatory OM for payment of two family pensions on death attributable to Govt service of a re-employed pensioner – regarding
The undersigned is directed to say that references have been received in this Department seeking clarification as to whether a second family pension is admissible under CCS(EOP) Rules when a military/civil pensioner is re-employed in civil service dies and his death is attributable to Government Service.
2. Vide this Department’s Notification No G.S.R 938(E) dated 27.12.2012, sub-rule 13A and 13B of Rule 54, prohibiting two family pension, have been deleted. Subsequently, vide OM No 1/33/2012-P&PW(E) dated 16 1.2013, two family pensions have been allowed in the event of death of a re-employed pensioner, in service or after retirement. The financial benefits for the past cases however is with effect from 24th September, 2012. Thus under CCS(Pension) Rules, two family pensions are admissible with effect from 24th September 2012.
3. The matter has been examined in the context of the provisions of CCS(Extra-ordinary Pension/Rules it is clarified that the provisions of two family pensions, one in respect of military/civil service and.the other for civil service after re-employment, as available in terms of CCS(Pension) Rules, is also applicable under COS(EOP}Rules. In other words. on death of a pensioner who was re-employed in civil service where death is attributable to government service, family pension under CCS(EOP Rules in respect of Service In re-employment would he admissible in addition to ordinary family Pension in respect of the previous military/civil service.
4. Where, however, on death of a re-employed civil Government servant, the family is eligible for Special/extra-ordinary family pension under the EOP-rules in respect of the first spell of service, family pension for the second spell of service would be admissible under the CCS(Pension) Rules, 1972 only.
5. The extra-ordinary family pension shall be granted only in one service. In no case, both the family pension shall be granted under EOP Rules.
6. The financial benefits in the past cases will accrue with effect from 24th September, 2012, as in the case of family pension under CCS(Pension) Rules.
7. Formal amendment in Central Civil Service (Extraordinary Pension) Rules will be made in due course.
8. This issues with the approval of Department of Expenditure, vide their ID No 1(5)/EV/2012 dated 3/4/2017 and 15/01/2019
CONFEDERATION OF CENTRAL GOVT EMPLOYEES & WORKERS Central Head Quarters: 1st Floor, North Avenue Post Office Building, New Delhi – 110 001
No.CONF/GEN/2016-19 Dt.20-01-2019
NOTICE FOR THE NATIONAL SECRETARIAT MEETING
Dear Comrades,
National Secretariat Meeting of Central Govt Employees & Workers will be held on 15th February 2019 (15-02-2019-Friday)at NFPE office, 1st Floor, North Avenue Post Office Building, New Delhi – 100 001 at 03.00pm.
All National Secretariat members are requested to attend the meeting
The following shall be the agenda of the meeting.
Agenda
1. 2019 January 8th & 9th All India Strike — Review
2. Confederation 10 points Charter of demands – Future course of action.
3. NPS – Building up of joint movement of like-minded organizations and future course of action.
4. All India Trade Union Camp – Finalizing venue and dates.
5. Financial Review.
6. Any other items with the permission of the Chair.
31st SCOVA meeting – Suggestion for fresh agenda item
F.No.42/03/2019-P&PW(D)
Government of India
Ministry of Personnel, P.G and Pensions
Department of Pension & Pensioners Welfare
********
3rd Floor, Lok Nayak Bhawan
Khan Market, New Delhi-110003
Date:- 18th Jan, 2019
To
All the Pensioners’ Associations included in the SCOVA
vide Resolution dated 31.01.2018
Subject:- 31st meeting of Standing Committee of Voluntary Agencies(SCOVA) under the chairmanship of Hon’ble MOS(PP)-Suggestion for fresh agenda items
1. The 31st meeting of Standing Committee of Voluntary Agencies(SCOVA) of the Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare is scheduled to be held shortly. The date, time and venue of the meeting will be intimated in due course. The meeting will be chaired by the Hon’ble Minister of State in the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions.
2. It is therefore requested to suggest fresh items/issues, if any, for inclusion in the agenda to be discussed for the proposed meeting through c-mail/hard copy/fax. Kindly do not send those agenda items which have already been discussed in the previous SCOVA meetings and on which final decision/action has already been taken. Your response in this regard may please be sent to this Department latest by January 31, 2019 to enable us to finalise the agenda items. Minutes of the previous SCOVA meetings arc available on the website of this Department i.e www.pensionersportal.gov.in.
3. Only one representative of your organisation to attend the above said meeting. Confirmation of participation and the name of the participant may kindly be intimated in advance to the undersigned by fax/e-mail.
4. Outstation members will be paid TA/DA and local members will be paid conveyance charges in accordance with the rules/instructions.
This Department looks forward to your participation in the meeting.
(Charanjit Taneja)
Under Secretary to the Government of India
