The Union Cabinet has accepted the proposal of the Ministry of Railways for payment of Productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) equivalent to 78 days’ wages for the financial year 2010-2011 for all eligible non-gazetted Railway employees.
The financial implication of payment of 78 days’ PLB to railway employees has been estimated to be Rs.1098.58 crore. The wage calculation ceiling prescribed for payment of PLB to the eligible non-gazetted railway employees is Rs.3500/- p.m.
About 12.61 lakh non-gazetted Railway employees are likely to benefit from the decision.
Payment of PLB to eligible railway employees is made each year before the Dusshera/ Puja holidays. The decision of the Cabinet shall be implemented before the holidays for this year as well.
This will be the highest PLB payment ever to be made by Railways. PLB is based on the productivity indices reflecting the performance of the Railways and its payment is expected to motivate the employees for working towards improving the same in future.
Antony’s Message to Defence Accounts on Annual Day
The Defence Minister Shri AK Antony today asked senior Defence Finance officials of his Ministry to consider the satisfaction level of Ex-Servicemen (ESM) pensioners as the benchmark of their performance. Addressing the 264th Annual Day Celebration of the Defence Accounts Department (DAD) here today, Shri Antony pointed out that his office still continues to receive several pension settlement related grievances.
“True, most of these cases were a baggage from the past as a consequence of Pay Commission recommendations and Cabinet decision on pay and pension hike, yet these needed to be addressed at the shortest possible time,” Shri Antony said. “Ultimately, the taste of the pudding lies in its eating,” he quipped adding that “the veterans deserved their due as they had sacrificed the prime of their life safeguarding our borders.”
The Defence Minister hoped that the two IT projects ‘Sangam’, for pension payment, and ‘Dolphin’ related to monthly pay system for the Other Ranks (OR) in Army, will facilitate quick disbursal of dues to the serving ORs and ESM. “You must strive to provide enhanced customer satisfaction through hassle-free service and prompt and accurate payment of dues to the soldiers and their dependents.” Project ‘Sangham’ has fulfilled a long-pending demand of our ESM.
Commending the DAD for launching of its two IT projects – ‘Vishwak’ and ‘Bhawan’, Shri Antony said, “You should strive to utilise this advantage to assist the Services in achieving their goals.” Underlining the need for transparency in accounting procedures, the Defence Minister observed, “In today’s era of globalisation, accountability has acquired new connotations. Accountability is no longer restricted to quantitative techniques and financial inputs and outputs. It has become an integral part of good governance, with several aspects like integrity, transparency, responsiveness and sustainability becoming a part and parcel.”
On the occasion, the Shri Antony also presented the Raksha Mantri’s Awards for Excellence for the year 2011. The Excellence Award for Software Development was bagged by CGDA (IT Wing Team) headed by Shri S Murali Krishnan, which has developed Project ‘Suvigya’ (Pension inquiry system), Project ‘Aashraya (pension disbursement system) and Project ‘Darpan’ (Defence Accounts Receipts and Payments Analyses). CDA Secunderabad, Secunderabad team headed by Shri Y Rajareddy was awarded the Excellence Award for Project ‘Dophin’, an online PBOR Monthly Pay System. PCDA (Central Command) team headed by Shri HH Mishra also bagged the Excellence Award for launching of Monthly Pay System and its implementation on all Pay Accounts Offices.
Secretary, Ex-Servicemen Welfare, Shrimati Neelam Nath, Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA) Shri Nand Kishore and Additional CGDA Ms UG Antony were among the dignitaries present at the function.
Hereafter no need to take printout of E-Ticket, we can show the screenshot of ticket in any of the electronic gadgets like Laptops, Mobile phones, Tablets, Palmtops etc..
A screen-shot of the e-ticket displayed through laptops/palmtops/ Mobile phone is referred as Virtual Reservation Message (VRM).
IRCTC Message
Electronic Reservation Slip (ERS) – The printout in standard specified Performa containing reservation particulars, and instructions for use which can be used by the passenger along with the relevant authorizedIdentification, as travel authority for performing the journey.
Virtual Reservation Message (VRM) – A screen-shot of the e-ticket displayed through laptops/palmtops/ Mobile phone is referred as Virtual Reservation Message (VRM).
ERS/VRM along with any one of the eight prescribed ID proofs in original and the indication of the passenger(s)’ name(s) in the Reservation Chart will authorize the passenger to travel.
VRM combined with valid photo-id in original will be treated as an instrument on par with the ERS.
ERS/VRM along with one of the eight prescribed proofs of identity in original will also authorize the passenger to enter the platform on the day of journey and he/she will not be required to purchase platform ticket. ERS/VRM along with original id proof will be required to be produced on demand of Ticket Checking Staff on the platform.
Reference : Railway Board Letter No.2008/TG-I/10/P/SMS dated 20.07.2011
Along with VRM, You should show the original photo-ID proof to authenticate you as owner of the ticket.
So from now you can carry ERS/VRM and a valid photo ID proof in train
Minutes of the 90th meeting of the board of Governors of KVs held at 11.00 A.M on 30th August, 2011 in the Conference Hall . Room No.112, ‘c’ wing, Shastri Bhawan. New Delhi
The 90th meeting of the Board of Governors of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan(KVS) was held on 30th August, 2011 at 11. 00 A.M in Shastri Bhawan , New Delhi under the chairmanship of Shri Kapil Sibal, Hon’ble Minister of Human Resource Development & Chairman, KVS.
Important Topics
Recruitment Rule for the post of Superintending Engineer in KVS.
Revision of Recruitment Rule for the post of Assistant Commissioner.
Recruitment Rule for the post of sub-staff in KVS.
Technical Committee Report in r/o setting up of E-class room- in Kendriya Vidyalaya.
Inclusion/deletion of the names of the kendriya vidyalayas from the existing list of hard/very hard stations.
Ratification of Hon’ble Chairman’s decision pertaining to utilization of unutilized quota under article 8(xiii) and 8(xiv) of admission guidelines 2011-12.
DOPT released the FAQ on Flexible Complimenting Scheme (FCS)
Q1. What is Flexible Complimenting Scheme (FCS)?
Ans: FCS is an in-situ promotion scheme for scientists for which the criteria shall be proven merit and records of research. FCS as modified after 6th CPC recommendations is governed by DOPT OM No. AB 14017/37/2008-Estt. (RR) dated 10.09.2010.
Q2. What are the guidelines on FCS issued by DOPT
Ans: DOPT after 5th,CPC issued comprehensive instructions on FCS in OM No.2/41/97-PIC dated 9.11.98. These have been further reviewed in the light of 6th CPC instructions and modified FCS guidelines issued in OM NO. AB 14017/37/2008-Estt.(RR) dated l0th September, 2010
Q3. To whom the instructions are applicable?
Ans: FCS is applicable to scientists and technologists holding Group A scientific posts in scientific and technology departments and who are engaged in scientific activities and services.
Q4. What are the qualifications covered under FCS?
Ans: Master’s degree in Natural/Agricultural Sciences or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine.
Q5. Whether qualifications MCA, M.Sc.(IT), M.Sc.(Statistics), M.Sc.(Mathematics),M.A.(Operational Research) and M.Sc.(Total Quality Management) are covered under FCS?
Ans: No.
Q6. From when the modified FCS after 6th CPC shall be applicable?
Ans: Assessment of Scientists from 01.01.2011 shall be done as per modified FCS after 6th CPC.
Q7. Whether promotion cases of Scientists becoming due w.e.f. 1.1.2011 may be processed as before or amend the RRs according to the latest guidelines.
Ans: The RRs are required to be amended as per the instructions.
Q8. What is the date of effect of MACP scheme for scientists under FCS ?
Ans: 10.09.2010 when the revised instructions have been issued.
Q9. Whether the benefit of MACP shall be admissible if the officers could not be assessed for promotion under FCS due to various reasons viz. non-convening of assessment Boards on time, RRs becoming inoperative, etc.
Ans: If Scientists have not got promotion under FCS, for whatever reasons, they shall be eligible for financial upgradation under the MACP scheme. The benefits shall be from 10.09.2010 when the revised FCS instructions have been issued
Q10. Whether the Scientists who are “screened-in” will have to appear for the interview in the second stage of screening /assessment under Modified FCS after 6th CPC?
Ans: The interview of the scientists as per OM dated 9.11.98 in the second level of screening shall continue under the revised assessment procedure for FCS issued in OM dated 10.9.2010.
Q11. What would be the role of ACRs/APARs in promotion of Scientists under Modified FCS?
Ans: ACR/APAR grading shall be taken into account for the purpose of screening the Scientists at Level I.
Q12. Will there be any weightage of ACRs/APARs in terms of marks in promotion of Scientists under MFCS?
Ans: In Annexure I of guidelines dated 10.9.10, it has been clearly indicated that the Scientists who meet the benchmark of `Good’ for Scientists C and `Very Good’ for Scientists `D’ and above would be screened in.
Q13. What is the procedure to be followed for assessment, considering the specific role of ACRs/APARs, Annual Work Report and interview?
Ans: The ACR/APAR grading shall be taken into account for the purpose of screening the Scientists for Level II Screening. The Annual Work Report is to capture the scientific content of work performance. The Assessment Board is required to examine the specific content of the work done justifying the merit for consideration under FCS. The procedure to be followed has been detailed in Annexure I of OM dated 10.09.10.
Q14. Whether the Benchmark of “Good”/ “Very Good” is based on relevant period of AWRs for the same period?
Ans: For the purpose of screening the benchmarking shall be based on ACRs/APARs of the relevant period
Q15. Whether the procedure of assessment by the DPRC shall continue as before?
Ans: For promotion of Scientists to the grade of Scientist `F’ and `G’, the procedure of assessment by the DPRC shall continue as before.
Q16. The stipulation in Part C of the Annual Work Report can be applied among the Scientists working in the same peer group which has a fairly large number of Scientists. How this can be applied when there could be a single or only 2-3 scientists working on a particular project or when scientists are working on different projects?
Ans: Part C of the Annual work Report shall consist of the internal Peer assessment even if the number of scientists being considered is single or only small number. For this purpose while the grading may not be possible, the entries on innovative content of the work done, highlights of the S&T content of the work done, etc. shall be considered.
Q17. Whether the Ministries/ Departments can have a common format for APAR?
Ans: In Annexure I to the OM dated 10.9.2010 it is prescribed that the new format on Annual Work Report will not replace the regular system of recording ACR/APAR and would be filled up by the officer. As such the format for the ACR/APAR shall be as prescribed by DOPT from time to time.
Q18. Whether the autonomous institutes can modify the ACR format to suit their specific requirements/job profiles. If so whether before doing so, consultation with the administrative Ministry/DOPT is necessary
Ans: The organizations where FCS is applicable as per scheme of DOPT shall follow the instructions accordingly. For major deviations from the guidelines reference to DOPT with full justification shall be necessary
F.No. 41/38/2011-P&PW(c)
Govt. of India
Ministry of Personnel, P.C. & Pensions
Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare
************
3rd Floor, Lok Nayak Bhawan.
New Delhi. the 21st September, 2011
To
All Nodal Officers all Ministries/ Departments
(Web Based Pensioners Portal)
Subject: To extend necessary cooperation to the office bearers of identified pensioners associations in the matter of redressal of pensioners’ grievances.
Sir/ Madam
As you are aware, that on line grievances of pensioners are being fed through our application CPENGRAMS available in the Pensioners’ Portal maintained by Department of Pension & pensioners’ Welfare. To facilitate lodging of grievances by pensioners’ spread all over India, 27 Pensioners’ Associations have been identified across the country. The list of 27 Pensioners’ Association is enclosed. however, these associations are finding it very difficult in getting these grievances redressed and are requiring constant follow up with the Departmental offices at regional level. Some of the Pensioners Associations have printed out that timely action is not being taken by various Ministries/ Dcpartments/ Orgamsations for redressal of grievances and same remain pending for unduly long periods. You are therefore, requested to sensitize your Department towards the grievances of pensioners so that unnecessary delays could be avoided leading to a prompt redressal of grievances. The regional offices and field officers, wherever they exist also be requested to provide all cooperation to the Pensioners’ Associations who are helping us in the redressal of grievances.
No. 4/6/2008-Estt. (Pay II)
Government of India
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Department of Personnel & Training
New Delhi, dated the 13th September, 2011
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Subject: Revision of Special Allowance and Cash Handling Allowance as a result of enhancement of Dearness Allowance w.e.f. 1.1.2011-
This Department has been receiving references regarding revision of Special Allowance and Cash Handling Allowance subsequent to increase in the rate of DA @ 51% w.e.f. 1.1.2011.
2. This Department’s O.M No.4/6/2008-Estt.(Pay II) dated 1st October,2008 states that the rates of Special Allowance and Cash Handling Allowance will be automatically increased by 25% every time the Dearness Allowance payable on revised pay scales goes up by 50%.
3. All Ministries/Deptts. are, therefore, advised to take necessary action accordingly.
(Mukesh Chaturvedi)
Deputy secretary to the Govt.of India
GOVERNMENT OF RAJASTHAN
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
(RULES DIVISION)
No.F.12(4)FD(Rules)/2008
Jaipur, dated : .15 SEP 2011
ORDER
Subject: – Grant of Dearness Relief to State Government Pensioners.
The Governor is pleased to order that the existing rate of Dearness Relief sanctioned vide Finance Department Order of even number dated 23.03.2011 to the State Government Pensioners who are in receipt of superannuation, retiring, invalid, compensation, family and extra ordinary pension etc. shall be revised from 51% to 58% with effect from 01.07.2011.
For the purpose of this order –
(i) Pension/Family Pension in the case of pre-01.09.2006 retirees and where Family Pension was sanctioned prior to 01.09.2006, means the Consolidated Pension or Consolidated Family Pension, as the case may be, effective from 01.09.2006 in terms of Finance Department Memorandum No. F.12(3)FD(Rules)/2008 dated 12.09.2008.
(ii) In the case of pensioners who retire from service on or after 01.09.2006 or where family pension is sanctioned for the first time on or after 01.09.2006, Pension/Family Pension means the Basic Pension/Basic Family Pension, as the case may be, in terms of Finance Department Notification No. F.12(3)FD(Rules)/2008 dated 12.09.2008.
(iii) Dearness Relief will also be admissible on the additional quantum of pension / family pension allowed to the pensioners who have attained the age of 80 years and above.
(iv) Payment of Dearness Relief involving a fraction of a rupee shall be rounded off to the next higher rupee.
(v) Other provisions governing grant of dearness relief to pensioners’ such as regulation of dearness relief during employmentlre-employment, regulation of dearness relief where more than one pension is drawn etc., will remain unchanged.
(vi) This order shall also be applicable in case of Pensioners/Family Pensioners who are in receipt of provisional pension.
(vii) This order shall not be applicable in case of Old Age Pensions, Political Pensions or any other kind of similar pensions, which are not related to the service rendered under Government.
(viii) Dearness Relief at revised rates as above would also be admissible to pensioners who retired/retire from service of Panchayat Samiti or Zila Parishad and whose Pension Payment Orders have been issued by the Director, Local Fund Audit Department or Director, Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare Department, Rajasthan, Jaipur.
GOVERNMENT OF RAJASTHAN
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
(RULES DIVISION}
No. F.6(1)FD(Rules)12008
Jaipur, dated : 15 SEP 2011
ORDER
Sub:- Grant of Dearness Allowance to State Government employees.
The Governor is pleased to order that the existing rate of Dearness Allowance payable to the State Government employees, drawing pay in Rajasthan Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2008, under Finance Department Order No. F.6(1)FD(Rules)/2008 dated 23.03.2011 shall be revised from 51% to 58% with effect from 01.07.2011.
The term ‘Pay’ for the purpose of calculation of Dearness Allowance shall be the Basic Pay, i.e. total of pay in running pay band and grade pay drawn and shall not include any other type(s) of pay like Special Pay or Personal Pay, etc.
The payment on account of Dearness Allowance involving fraction of 50 paisa and above may be rounded off to the next higher rupee and the fraction of less than 50 paisa may be ignored.
The amount of increase in Dearness Allowance for the period from 01.07.2011 to 31.08.2011 shall be credited to the General Provident Fund Account of the respective employees and cash payment shall be admissible from 01.09.2011, i.e. salary for the month of September, 2011 payable on 01.10.2011.
The arrear of DA from 01.07.2011 to 31.08.2011 to the employees recruited to the Civil Services on or after 01.01.2004 and who are governed by Contributory Pension Scheme, shall be paid in cash.
ATTENTION : Central Civil Pensioners / Family Pensioners regarding 6th Central Pay Commission
Revision of Pension/Family Pension of Pre-2006 Pensioners/Family Pensioners is being implemented in terms of Government of India O.M.No: F.No: 38/37/08-P&PW (A) Pt-1 dated 14.10.2008. In order to facilitate the above, pensioners/family pensioners in receipt of pension/family pension through Pension Payment Order (PPOs) issued by Central Pension Accounting Office (CPAO) are requested to provide the following information to the Head of the Department/Office from where the Government Servant retired as soon as possible. It is urged that the formation be provided within one month from the date of issue of Notification
