REGD. NO. D. L.-33001/99
The Gazette of India
PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY
No. 4]
NEW DELHI, SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 2001/PHALGUNA 19, 1922
Separate Paging is given to this Part in order that it may be filed as a
separate compilation
PART II—Section 4
Statutory Rules and Orders issued by the Ministry of Defence
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MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
New Delhi, the 15th February, 2001
S.R.O. 18.—In exercise of the powers conferred by Rule 6(1) of the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised
Occupants) Rules, 1971, the Central Government hereby transfers the pending proceedings under Section 4, 5B and
7(3) or any other Section of the PPE Act in respect of "Dak Bungalow existing on GLR Sy No. 56, 57, 58 and 59 of
Varanasi Cantt. from the "Estate Officer" (The Cantonment Executive Officer, Varanasi Cantt.) to the "Estate Officer"
(the Station Commander, Stn. HQ Varanasi) for disposal of the same in accordance with the provision of the Public
Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1971 and further directs that the said "Officer" shall exercise the
powers conferred, and perform the duties imposed on "Estate Officer" by or under the said Act in respect of the public
premises specified in the Table :—
TABLE
(l)SYNo. 56
East—Vacant land of Sy. No. 59
West—Vacant land of Sy. No. 59
North—Vacant land of Sy. No. 59
South—Sy. No 55—Road
(2) SY No, 57
East—Vacant land of Sy. No. 59
West—Vacant land of Sy, No. 59
North—Vacant land of Sy. No. 59
South—Sy. No, 55—Road
(3) SY No. 58
East—Vacant land of Sy. No. 59
West—Vacant land of Sy. No. 59
North—Vacant land of Sy. No. 59
South—Vacant land of Sy No. 59
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(4) SY No. 59
East—Sy. No. 85 Road
West—Sy. No. 60 Road
North—Sy. No. 64 and 60 (Part) Road
South—Sy. No. 55—Road
This is in continuation of Ministry of Defence Order No. 732/88/L/DE/99/10(31)/D(Q&C)/9 dated 18th
November, 1999, on the subject.
[File No. l()(31)/99/D(Q&C)l
A. K. PATHAK, Director (Works)
New Delhi, the 12th February, 7,001
S.R.O. 19.—In pursuance of Sub-section (7) of Section 13 of the Cantonments Act. 1924 (2 of 1<J24) I he
Central Government hereby notifies that a vacancy has occurred in the membership of the Cantonment Board. Falchgai h
by reason of acceptance by the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief. Central Command of resignation 1 TShri Shnmim
Ahmed Khan. Jt. Development Commissioner, Agra.
[F. No. 19/26/Fatehgarh/C/DE/W6l2/D(Q&C)|
D. R. MEHRA. Under Secy
New Delhi, the 12th February, 2001
S.R.O. 20.—In pursuance of Sub-section (7) of Section 13 of the Cantonments Act, 1924 (2 or 1924) the
Central Government hereby notifies that Smt. Shakuntala Gautam, City Magistrate. Farmkhnbad has been nominated
as a member of the Cantonment Board, Fatehgarh by the District Magistrate Farrukhabad in exercise of the powers
conferred under Clause (b) of Sub-section (3) of Section 13 of thai Act vice Shri Shamim Ahmed Khan whose resigna-
tion has been accepted.
[F. No. 19/26/Fatchgarh/C/DE/93/612/D(Q&C)|
D. R MEHRA. Under Secy.
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New Delhi, the 12th February, 2001
S.R.O. 21.—In pursuance of Sub-Section (7) of Section 13 of the Cantonments Act 1924 (2 of 1924) the
Central Government hereby notifies that a vacancy has occurred in the membership of the Cantonment Board Pune by
reason of acceptance by the Geneial Officer Commanding-in-ChiefT Southern Command of resignation of Col. PDS
Sandhu.
[F No. 19/ll/Pune/C/DE/y9/611/D(Q&C)]
D. R. MEHRA. Under Secy
New Delhi, the 12th February, 2001
S.R.O. 22.—In pursuance of Sub-Section (7) of Section 13 of the Cantonments Act 1924 (2 of 1924) the
Central Government hereby notifies that Col. Shishir Kumar has been nominated as a member of the Cantonment
Board Pune by the Station Commander Pune in exercise of the powers conferred under Clause (e) of Sub-Section (3)
of Section 13 of that Act vice Col. PDS Sandhu whose resignation has been accepted.
[F. No. 19/ll/Pune/C/DE/99/611/D(Q&C)|
D. R. MEHRA, Under Secy.
New Delhi, the 12th February, 2001
S.RO. 23.—In pursuance of Sub-Section (7) of Section 13 of the Cantonments Act 1924 (2 of 1924) the
Central Government hereby notifies that a vacancy has occurred in the membership of the Cantonment Board Willington
by reason of acceptance by the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command of resignation of
Col. M. Jacob.
[F. No. 19/28AVillington/C/DE/93/613/D(Q&C)]
D. R. MEHRA, Under Secy.
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•New Delhi, the 12th February, 2001
S.R.O. 24.—In pursuance of Sub-Section (7) of Section 13 of the Cantonments Act 1924 (2 of 1924) the
Central Government hereby notifies that Col. G. Sasi, has been nominated as a member of the Cantonment Board
Wellington by the Station Commander Wellington in exercise of the powers conferred under Clause (e) of Sub-
Section (3) of Section 13 of that Act vice Col. M. Jacob whose resignation has been accepted.
[F, No. 19/28/Wellington/C/DE/93/613/D(Q&C)]
D. R. MEHRA, Under Secy.
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New Delhi, the 22nd December, 2000
S.R.O. 25.—In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 8 of the Army Act, 1950 (46 of 1950), the Central
Government hereby prescribes each of the officers mentioned in column (1) of the Table here to annexed, commanding
a military organisation, which, in the opinion of the Central Government is not less than a Brigade, as the officer who
shall exercise, as regards persons subject to the said Act and serving under the officer aforesaid, the powers under that
Act as specified in the corresponding entry in column (2) of the said Table.
TABLE
Officers
(1)
1. Commandant Command Hospital (Southern Command), Pune
2. Commandant, Command Hospital (Eastern Command), Calcutta
3. Commandant, Command Hospital (Western Command),
Chandimandir
4. Commandant, Command Hospital (Northern Command),
C/o 56 Army Post Office
5. Commandant, Command Hospital (Central Command),
Lucknow
6. Commandant, Army Hospital (Research & Referral),
(Delhi Cantonment)
7. Commandant, Military Hospital, Jodhpur
8. Commandant, Military Hospital, Kirkee
9, Commandant, Military Hospital,
(Cardiology Therapeutic Centre), Pune
10. Commandant, Military Hospital, Secunderabad
11. Commandant, 151 Base Hospital
12. Commandant, 155 Base Hopsital
13. Commandant, 158 Base Hospital
14. Commandant, Military Hospital, Ambala
15. Commandant, Military Hospital, Jalandhar
16. Commandant, Base Hospital, Delhi Cantonment
17. Commandant, Military Hospital, Agra
18. Commandant, Military Hospital, Bareilly
19. Commandant, Military Hospital, Dehradun
20, Commandant, Military Hospital, Jabalpur
21. Commandant, Military Hospital, Meerut
22. Commandant, Military Hospital, Namkum
23. Commandant, Military Hospital, Roorkec
24. Commandant, Base Hospital, Lucknow
25. Commandant, 166 Military Hospital
26. Commandant, 167 Military Hospital
27. Commandant, 92 Base Hospital.
Powers
(2)
The powers of the Officer
Commanding a Division
The Powers of the Officer
Commanding a Brigade
[File No. 41776/AG/DV-l/4454/D(AG)]
B. BRAHMA, Director (AG)
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New Delhi the 16th February; 2001
S.R.O. 26.—In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to article 309 of the Constitution and in
supersession of the Armed Forces Medical Stores Depot (Group ' C posts) Recruitment Rules, 1991, except, as respects
things done or committed to have been done before such supersession, the President hereby makes the following rules
regulating the method of recruitment to the post of Junior Translator (English/Hindi), namely —
1. Short title and commencement.—(i) These rules may be called Armed Forces Medical College. Artificial
Limb Centre and Armed Forces Medical Stores Depots, Junior Translator (English/Hindi) Recruitment Rules. 2001.
(ii) These rules shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.
2. Number of posts, classification and scale of pay.—The number of the said post, its classification and the
scale of pay attached thereto, shall be as specified in columns 2 to 4 of the Schedule annexed to these rules.
3. Method of recruitment, age limit, and qualifications etc.—The method of recruitment to the said post,
age limit, qualifications and other matters relating thereto shall be as specified in columns 5 to 14 of the said Schedule.
4. Disqualification,—No person,—
(a) Who has entered into or contracted a marriage with a person having a spouse living, or
(b) Who having a spouse living, ha;> entered into or contracted a marriage with any person.
Shall be eligible for appointments to the said post.
Provided that the Central Government may, if satisfied that such marriage is permissible under the personal
law applicable to such person and the other party to the marriage and that there are other grounds for so doing, exempt
any person from the operation of this Rule,
5. Power to relax.—Where the Central Government is of the opinion that it is necessary or expedient so to
do, it may, by order, for reasons to be recorded in writing relax any of the provision of these rules with respect to any
class or category of persons.
6. Saving.—Nothing in these rules shall affect reservations, relaxation of age limit and other concessions
required to be provided for the Scheduled Castes, the Scheduled Tribes, Ex-servicemen and other special categories of
persons in accordance with the orders issued by the Central Government from time to time in this regard.
SCHEDULE
Name of
post
1
1. Junior
Translator
(English/
Hindi)
No.
of Posts
2
12*(2000)
•Subject
to variation
depending
on work-
load.
Classi-
fication
3
General
Central
Service
Group ' C
Non-
Gazetted
Non-
Ministerial
Scale of
pay
4
Rs. 4500-
125-7000
Whether
selection-cum-
seniority or
selection by
merit or non-
selection post
5
Not applicable
Whether benefit
of added years of
service admissible
under Rule 30 i
the Central Crv
Service (Pension
Rules 1972)
6
No
:
i
i
Age limit for direct
recruitment
i
Df
il
7
Not exceeding
30
years
(Relaxable upto 40 years for
Government
Servants upto
45 years for Government
servants
belonging
to
Scheduled
Castes
and
Scheduled Tribes in accor-
dance with the instructions
or orders
issued by the
Central Government,
Note :—The crucial date for
determining the age-limit
shall be the date indicated by
Staff Selection Commission
on each occasion of the last
date upto which the employ-
ment exchange are requested
to sponsor the names of the
eligible candidates.
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[PART ft—5EC. 4]
Educational and other
qualifications required for
direct recruits
8
Wasters degree in
English/Hindi with
Hindi/English as a
compulsory
and
elective subject at
Degree level
OR
Bachelor's degree
with Hindi
and
English as iTwin
subject
(which
included the teim
compulsory and
elective)
Whether age and
educational quali-
fications prescribed
for direct reenjits
will apply in (he case
of promotes
9
No
Period of
probation, if
any
10
Two years
Method of recruitment,
Whether by direct
recruitment or by pro-
motion or by deputation/
absorption and percen-
tage of ilie post to be
filled by various methods
11
By direct recruitment
Note :—Vacancies caused by
the incumbant bting away in
transfer on deputation or long
illness or study leave or under
other circumstances for a dura-
tion of one year or more may
be tilled on deputation basis
from
offices
or
Central
Government:—
(i) Holding analogous posts
Ch regular basis or
(ii) With five years
regular
services in the scale of Rs. 4000-
(•.000.
(in) With thirteen years regular
service in Dosts in the scale of
3050—4990 or equivalent
lu case of recruitment
by promotion/deputa-
tion, absorptions
grades from which
promotion/deputation/
absorption to be made
12
Not applicable
(Period of deputation including the period of deputations in another exchange post held immedi-
ately precceding this appointment in the same or sonic other organisation/department of the
Central Government shall orditwrily not exceed three years »
If a Departmental Promotion Committee exists, what
is its composition
13
GnMi|> 'C1 Departmental Promotion Committee
(for confirmation)
]. Additional Director General Armed Foiccs
• -Chairman
Medical Services (Equipment and Stores)
2. Director Armed Forces Medical Services (Planning;
—Member
3. A civilian Gazetted Officer Group 'A' Commissioned
—Member
Officer of any other Department.
Circumstances in which V'nion Public
Service Commission is to be consulted in
making recruitment
14
"Not applicable
[No. U375/RR/ST/DGAFMS/DG-2 B/D (Apptts1)!
FAQUIR CHAND. Dy Secy.
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|P^T I|~SE<\ 4)
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New Delhi, the 29th January, 2001
S.R.O. 27.—In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to article 309 of the Constitution and in
supersession of the Ministry of Defence, Armed Forces Headquarters and Inter Service Organisations (Senior Artist,
Artist Grades I, II and III) Recruitment Rules, 1989, in so far as they relate to the post of Artist Grade I, Grade II and
Grade III except as respects things done or omitted to be done before such supersession, the President hereby makes the
following rules regulating the method of recruitment to the posts of Artist Grade-I, Grade-H and Grade-Ill in the Armed
Forces Headquarters and Inter Service Organisations, Ministry of Defence, namely :—
1 Short title and commencement.—(1) These rules may be called the Ministry of Defence, Armed Forces
Headquarters and Inter Service Organisations (Artist Grade-I, Grade II. and Grade III) Recruitment Rules. 2001.
(2) They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.
2. Number of posts, classification and scale of pay.—The number of the said posts, their classification and
the scale of pay attached thereto shall be as specified in columns (2) to (4) of the Schedule annexed to these rules.
3. Method of recruitment, age limit and qualifications etc.—The method of recruitment to the said posts,
age limit, qualifications and other matters relating to the said posts shall be as specified in columns (5) to (14) of the
Schedule.
4 Disqualification.—No person,—
(a) vvho has entered into or contracted a marriage with a person having a spouse living, or
(b) who having a spouse living, has entered into or contracted a marriage with any person.
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shall be eligible for appointment to the said posts :
Provided that the Central Government may, if satisfied that such marriage is permissible under the personal
law applicable to such person and the other party to the marriage and that there are other grounds for so doing, exempt
any person rrom the operation of this rule.
5 Power to relax.—Where the Central Government is of opinion that it is necessary or expedient so to do, it
may, by order and for reasons to be recorded in writing relax any of the provisions of these rules witWrespect to any class
or category of persons.
6. Saving.—Nothing in these rules shall affect reservations, relaxation of age limit and other concessions
required to be provided for the Scheduled Castes, the Scheduled Tribes, ex-servicemen and other special categories of
persons in accordance with the orders issued by the Central Government from time to time in this regard. ,
SCHEDULE
Name of post
(1)
1. Artist
Grade-1
Number of
posts
(2)
7*(2001)
•Subject to
variation
dependent'
on work-
load.
Classification
(3)
General cen-
tral service
group C Non-
gazetted non-
Ministerial
Scale of pay
(4)
Rs. 5000-150-
8000/-
Whether
selection
by merit or
selecoon-cum-
senioriiy or non
selection post
(5)
Non-
selection
Age limit for
direct recruits
(6)
Whether benefit
of added years
of service admis-
sible under rule
30 of the Central
Civil Services
(Pension) Rules.
1972
(7)
Upto 25 years.
Not applicable.
(Relaxable for Govern-
ment servants upto
40 years (upto 45
years in respect of
the Scheduled castes
and the Scheduled
Tribes candidates)
in accordance with
the instructions or
orders issued by the
Central Government).
Note :—The crucial date for
determining the age limit shall
be the closing date for receipt
of applications from candidates
in India (and not the closing
date prescribed for those in
Assam, Meghalaya, Aninachal
Pradesh. Mizoram, Manipur.
Nagaland. Tripura, Sikkim.
Ladakh Division of Jammu
and Kashmir State, Lahaul and
Spiti district of Pangi Sub-
Division of Chamba district of
Himachal Pradesh, Andaman
and Nicobar Islands and
Lakshadweep). In the case
of recruitment made through the
Employment Exchange, the
crucial date for determining
the age limit shall be the
last date upto which the
Employment Exchange is
asked to submit the names.
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Educational and other qualifications
required for direct recruits
(8)
(i)
Matriculation or equivalent qualifica-
tion from a recognised University/
Board,
(ii)
Degree in Fine/Commercial Arts; or
Diploma (three years course) in Fine/
Commercial Arts.
(iii) Two years' practical experience in com-
mercial design and layout.
> Note : The qualifications regarding experience
are relaxable at the discretion of the competent
authority for reasons to be recorded in writing
in the case of candidates belonging to Schedule
Castes or Scheduled Tribes, if at any stage of
selection the competent authority is of the
opinion that sufficient number of candidates fr
these communities possessing the requisite
experience are not likely to be available to fill
up the vacancies reserved for them.
Whether age and
educational qualifica-
tions prescribed for
direct recruits will
apply in the case of
promotes
(9)
No.
sd
om
Period of probation
if any
(10)
Two years for direct
recruits.
Method of recruitment
whether by direct
recruitment or by
promotion or by depu-
tation or by absorption
and percentage of the
post to be filled by
various methods
(11)
By promotion failing
' which by direct recruit-
ment.
In case of recruitment by promotion or
deputation or absorption, grades from
which promotion or deputation or
absorption to be made
(12)
Promotion :
From amongst Artist Grade II with three
years regular service in the grade.
Note : Where juniors who have completed
their qualifying/eligibility service are being
considered for promotion, their seniors shall
also be considered provided Ihcy are not
short of the requisite qualifying/eligibility
service by more than half of such requisite
qualifying/eligibility service or two years
whichever is less, and have successfully
completed their probation period,
if prescribed
If a Departmental Promotion Committee
exists, what is its composition
(H)
Group ' C Departmental Promotion
Committee (for considering confirma-
tion and promotion) .
I. Senior Administrative OITiccr. Officci
of the Joint Secretary and Chief
Administrative Officer, Ministry of
Defence—Chairman..
'2. Officer of the status of Civilian Stall'
Officer or equivalent from Army
Headquarters, Ministry of
Defence—Member.
3. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff
Officer or equivalent from Air Head-
quarters. Ministry of Defence—Mcml
4. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff
Officer or equivalent from Joint
Cipher Bureau. Ministry of
Defence—Member.
Circumstances in which
Union Public Service Com-
mission is to be consulted in
making recruitincnt
(14)
Not applicable
jer.
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(1)
2. Artist
Grade-11
(2)
2*(2001)
•Subject to
variation
dependent
on work-
load.
(3)
General
Central
Service
Group-C
Non-Gazetted,
Non-
Ministerial
(4)
Rs. 4500-125-
7000/-
(5)
Non-
selection
(6)
(7)
Upto 25 years.
Not-applicable.
(Relaxable for Govern-
ment servants upto
40 years (upto 45
years in respect of
the Scheduled Castes
and the Scheduled
Tribes candidates)
in accordance with
the instructions or
orders issued by the
Central Government)
Note :—The crucial date for
determining the age limit shall
be the closing date for receipt
of applications from candidates
in India (and not the closing
date prescribed for those in
Assam. Meghalaya, Arunachal
Pradesh -. Mizoram, Manipur,
Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim.
Ladakh Division of Jammu
and Kashmir State, Lahaul and
Spiti district of Pangi Sub-
Division of Chamba district of
Hiniachal Pradesh, Andaman
and Nicobar Islands and
Lakshadweep). In the case
of recruitment made through the
Employment Exchange, the
crucial date for. determining
the age limit shall be the
last date upto which the
Employment Exchange is
asked to submit the names.
(8)
(9)
(i) Matriculation or equivalent qualifica-
No
tion from a recognised University/
Board,
(ii) Diploma in Fine/Commercial Arts
(three years course) from a Government
recognised Institution.
(iii) Two years' experience in commercial Arts
from a Government recognised Institution
or reputed firm.
Note : The qualifications regarding experience
are relaxable at the discretion of the competent
authority for reasons to be recorded in writing
in the case of candidates belonging to Scheduled
Castes or Scheduled Tribes, if at any stage of
selection the competent authority is of the
opinion that sufficient number of candidates from
these communities possessing the requisite
experience are not likely to be available to fill
up the vacancies reserved for them.
(10)
Two years for direct
recruits.
(ID
By promotion failing
which by direct redruit-
ment.
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(12)
Promotion :
Artist Grade III with five years regular
service in the grade.
Note : Where juniors who have completed
their qualifying/eligibility service are being
considered for promotion, their seniors shall
also be considered provided they are not
short of the requisite qualifying/eligibility
service by more than half of such requisite
qualifying/eligibility service or two years
whichever is less, and have successfully
completed their probation pciiod, if
prescribed.
(l.i)
Group ' C Departmental Promotion
Committee (for considering confirma-
tion and promotion) :
1, Senior Administrative Officer, Office
of the Joint Secretary and Chief
Administrative Officer, Ministry of
Defence—Chairman.
2 Officer or the status of Civilian Staff
Officer or equivalent from Army
Headquarters. Ministry of
Defence—Member.
i. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff
Officer or equivalent from Armed
Forces Film and Photo Division
Ministry of Defence—Member
(m
Not applicable.
(1)
3. Artist
Grade-Ill
(2)
3*(2001)
* Subject to
variation
dependent
on work-
load.
(3)
General
Central
Seivicc
Group-'C
Non-Gazetted.
Non-
Ministerial
(4)
Rs. 4000-100-
6000/-
(5)
Not-
applicable
(6)
(7)
Upto 25 years
Not applicable.
(Relaxable for Govern-
ment servants upto
40 years (upto 45
years in respect of
the Schedule castes
and the Scheduled
Tribes candidates)
in accordance with
the instructions or
oiders issued by the
Central Government).
Note :—The crucial date for
determining the a,ge limit shall
be the closing date for receipt
of applications from candidates
in India (and not the closing
date prescribed for those in
Assam. Meghalaya. Arunachal
Pradesh Mizoram. Mnnipur.
Nagaland. Tripnra, Sikkim.
Ladakh Division of Jammu
and Kashmir State. Lahaul and
Spiti district of Pangi Sub-
Division of Chamba district of
Himachal Pradesh. Andaman
and Nicobar Islands and
Lakshadwecp).
In the case
of recruitment made through the
Employment Exchange, the
crucial dale for determining
the age limit shall be the
last dale upto which the
Employment Exchange is
asked to submit the names.
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(8)
(9)
(i)
Matriculation or equivalent qualifies-
Not
tion with drwawing as one of the subject
appli-
from a recognised University/Board.
cable
(ii)
Certificate in Commercial/Fine Arts
from a Government recognised Ins-
titution.
(iii) One years' experience in advertising
agency/Commercial Art Studio from a
Govt recognised Institution or reputed firm
Note : The qualifications regarding experience
are relaxable at the discretion of the competent
authority for reasons to be recorded in writing
in the case of candidates belonging to Scheduled
Castes or Scheduled Tribes, if at any stage of
selection the competent authority is of the
opinion that sufficient number of candidates from
these communities possessing the requisite
experience are not likely to be available to fill
up the vacancies reserved for them.
(10)
(ID
'
"
•
Two
By direct recruitment
years.
Note: Vacancies caused by the incumbent being
away on deputation or long illness or study leave
or under other circumstances for a duration of one
year or more may be filled on deputation basis
from officers of Central Government.
(a) (i) holding analogous posts on a regular
basis; or
(ii) with five years regular service in posts in
the scale of R& 3200-4900/-or equivalent; or
(iii) with eight years regular service in posts
in the scale of Rs. 3050-4590/- or equiva-
lent; and
(b) possessing the qualifications and experience prescribed
for direct recruits under column (iS).
Note 1: The departmental officers in feeder category who arc
in the direct line of promotion will not be eligible for consi-
deration for appointment on deputation. Similarly, deputa-
tionists shall not be eligible for consideration for appointment
by promotion. Period of deputation including period of
deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately prece-
ding this appointment in the same or some other organisa-
tion/department of the Central Government shall not exceed
three years.
Note 2 : The maximum age-limit for appointment by deputa-
tion shall be not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of
receipt of applications.
(12)
Not applicable
(13)
Group ' C Departmental Promotion Committee (for considering
confirmation):
1. Senior Admimnistrative Officer, Office of the Joint Secretary and
Chief Administrative Officer, Ministry of Defence—
Chairman.
2. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff Officer or equivalent
from Army Headquarters, Ministry of Defence—
Member.
3. Officer of the Status of Civilian Staff Officer or equivalent
from Air Headquarters, Ministry of Defence—
Member.
4. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff Officer or equivalent from
Armed Forces Film and Photo Division, Ministry of Defence— Member.
(14)
Not applicable,
[File No. A/46696/Ck/R-IJ/CRl
N.K. PHUKAN, Dy. Chief Administrative Officer
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189
572 Q1/2001-4
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THE GAZETTE OF Dfl>IA . MARCH 10. 2001/PHALGUNA 19. 1922
[PART II—SBC. 4]
New Delhi, the 2'Jlh December, 2000
S. R. O. 28.—In exercise of the powers conferred by ihc proviso to article 309 of the Constilution and in
supersession of the Ministry of Defence. Armed Forces Headquarters and Inter Service Organisations |Scction Holder
(Binding). Binder Grade 1. Binder Grade 11 and Bindery Assistant] Recruitment Rules. 1991, except as respects things
done or omitted to be done before such supersession, the President hereby makes the following rules regulating the
method of recruitment to the post of Section Holder (Binding). Binder Grade 1. Binder Grade II and Bindery Assistant
in the Armed Forces Headquarters and Inter Service Organsialions. namely —
1. Short title and commencement.— (1) These rules may be called ihc Ministry of Defence, Armed Forces
Headquarters and Inter Service Organisations |Scclion Holder (Binding). Binder Grade I. Binder Grade II and Bindery
Assistant! Recruitment Rules. 21)00.
(2) They shall conic into force on the date of their publication in the Official Ga/.ctlc.
2. Number of posts, classification and scale of pay.—The number of the said posts, their classification and
the scale or pay attached thereto shall be as specified in columns (2) to (4) of the Schedule annexed to these rules.
3 Method of recruitment, age limit, qualifications, etc,— The method of recruitment, to the said posts, age
limit, qualifications and other matters relating thereto shall be as specified in columns (5) to (14) of the said Schedule.
193
4. Disqualification.—No person,
(a) who has entered into or contracted a marriage with a person having spouse living, or
(b) who having a spouse living, has entered into or contracted a marriage with any person,
shall be eligible for appointment to the said posts :
Provided that the Central Government may, if satisfied that such marriage is permissible under the personal law
applicable to such person and the other party to the marriage and that there are other grounds for so doing, exempt any
person from the operation of this rule.
5. Power to telax.—Where the Central Government is of the opinion that it is necessary or expedient so to do,
it may, by order and for reasons to be recorded in writing, relax any of the provisions of these rules with respect to any
class or category of persons.
6. Saving.—Nothing in these rules shall affect reservation, relaxation of age limit and other concessions
required to be provided for the Scheduled Castes, the Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Ex-servicemen and
other special categories of persons in accordance with the orders issued by the Central Government from time to time in
this regard.
SCHEDULE
Name of
post
1
1. Section
Holer
(Binding)
No. of
posts
2
V (2000)
•Subject to
variation
dependent
on workload.
Classi-
fication
3
General
Central
Service
Group ' C
Non-
Gazetted,
Non-
Ministerial.
Scale of
Pay
4
Rs. 4500-125-
7000
Whether selec-
tion by merit or
selection-cum
seniority or non
selection post.
5
Non-selection
Age limit for direct recruits
6
30 yea^s
Relaxablc upto 40 years (upto 45
years in respect of Scheduled Castes
and Scheduled Tribes Candidates in
case of Government servants in ac-
cordance with the instructions or
orders issued by the Central
Government).
Note : The crucial date for deter-
mining the age-limit shall be the
closing date for receipt of applica-
tions from candidates in India (and
not the closing date prescribed for
those in Assam, Meghalaya,
Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram,
Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura,
Sikkim, Ladakh Division of Jammu
and Kashmir State, Lahual and Spiti
Districts and Pangi Sub-division of
Chamba District of Himachal
Pradesh. Andaman and Nicobar Is-
lands or Lakshadweep).
In the case of recruitment made
through the Employment Exchange,
the crucial date for determining the
age limit shall be the last date upto
which the Employment Exchange is
asked to submit the names.
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[PART II—SEC. 4]
Whether benefit of added
years of service admissible
under rule 30 of the Central
Civil Service (Pension) Rules,
1972
7
No
Educational and other qualifications
required for direct recurits
8
(i) Matriculation or equivalent quali-
fication from a recognised
University/Board,
(ii) Diploma (Three years course) in
Printing and Binding from recog-
nised School of Printing;
OR
Trade Certificate of successful comple-
tion of Apprenticeship training under
the Apprenticeship Act. 1961 (52 of
1961) as amended from time to time an
two years experience of the trade.
OR
Five years experience of the trade.
Note : 1. The qualifications regarding
experience are relaxablc at the discre-
tion of the Appointing Authority for
reasons to be recorded in writing in the
case of candidates belonging to the
Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled
Tribes if. at any stage of selection, the
Appointing Authority is of the opinion
that sufficient number of candidates
from these communities possessing
the requisite experience arc not likely
to be available to fill up the vacancies
reserved for them.
Whether age and
educational quali-
fications prescribed
for direct recruits
will apply in the
case of promotces
9
No
d
Period of
probatioa if
any
10
Two Years for direct
recruits
Method of recruitment whether by direct
recuitment or by promotion or by depu-
tation or by absorption and percentage
or the posts to be filled by various methods
11
By promotion failing which by deputation
and failing both by direct recruitment.
Note : All the eligible candidates shall be
required to qualify in a trade test for the
purpose of promotion/deputation/direct
recruitment.
In case of recruitment by promotion or deputation or absorption, grades
from which promotion or deputation or absorption to be made
12
Promotion :
From Binder Grade-I with five years regular service in the grade.
Note : Where juniors who have completed their qualifying/eligibility
service are being considered for promotion, their seniors shall also be
considered provided they are not short of the requisite qualifying/
eligibility service or by more than half such qualifying/eligibility ser-
vice or two years, whichever is less, and have successfully completed
their probation period, if prescribed.
195
12
Deputation:
Officers under Central Government:—
(a) (i) holding analogous posts on regular basis; or
(ii) holding posts in the scale of Rs. 4000-6000 or equivalent with
five years regular service in the grade; and
(b)
possessing the wtucatwoal qualifications laid down for direct
recruits under column 8.
(The departmental officers in the feeder category who are in direct line
of promotion will not be eligible for consideration for appointment on
deputation, Similarly, deputationists shall not be eligible for consider-
ation for appointment by promotion. Period of deputation including pe-
riod of deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding
this appointment in the same or some other organisation/department of
the Central Government shall ordinarily not to exceed three years. The
maximum age limit for appointment by deputation shall be not exceed-
ing 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
If a Departmental Promotion Committee exists, what is its
composition
*
13
I. Group *C Departmental Promotion Committee
(for promotion and confirmation)
1. Senior Administrative Officer, Office of the Joint
Secretary and Chief Administrative Officer,
Ministry of Defence
—Chairman.
2. Under Secretary Administratively concerned,
Ministry of Defence
—Members.
3. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff Officer
or equivalent from Joint Cipher Bureau,
Ministry of Defence
—Member.
4, Officer of the status of Civilian Staff Officer
or equivalent from Air Headquarters,
. Ministry of Defence
—Member.
5. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff Officer
or equivalent from Directorate of Standardisation,
Ministry of Defence
—Member.
Circumstances in which Union Public Service Com-
mission is to be consulted in making recruitment
14
Not applicable
1
2. Binder
Grade-1
2
4* (2000)
•Subject to
variation
dependent
on workload.
3
General
Central
Service
Group ' C
Non-
Gazetted,
Non-
Ministerial.
4
Rs. 4000-100-
6000
5
Non-selection
6
30 years.
(RelaxaWe upto 40 years (upto 45
years in respect of Scheduled Castes
and Scheduled Tribes Candidates) in
case of Government servants in ac-
cordance with the instructions or
orders issued by the Central
Government.
Note : The crucial date for deter-
mining the age limit shall be the
closing date for receipt of applica-
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6
tions from candidates in India (and
not the closing date prescribed for
those in Assam. Meghalaya.
Arunachal Pradesh. Mizoram.
Manipur. Nagaland. Tripura,
Sikkim, Ladakh Division of Jammu
and Kashmir State, Lahual and Spiti
Districts and Pangi Sub-division of
Chamba District of Himachal
Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Is-
lands or Lakshadweep).
In the case of recruitment made
through the Employment Exchange,
the crucial date for determining the
age limit shall be the last date upto
which the Employment Exchange is
asked to submit the names.
7
No
8
(i) Matriculation oi equivalent quali-
fication from a recognised
University/Board,
(ii) Trade Certificate of successful
completion of Apprenticeship
training under the Apprenticeship
Act. 1961 (52 of 1961) as amended
from time to time and two years
experience of the trade:
OR
Five years exeperience of the trade.
Note : 1. The qualifications regarding
experience arc relaxable at the discre-
tion of the Appointing Authority for
reasons to be recorded in writing in the
case of candidates belonging to the
Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled
Tribes if, at any stage of selection, the
Appointing Authority is of the opinion
that sufficient number of candidates
from these communities possessing
the requisite experience are not likely
to be available to fill up the vacancies
reserved for them.
9
No
K)
Two Years for direct
recruits.
11
Bv promotion failing which by deputation
and failing both by direct recruitment.
Note : All the eligible candidates shall be
required to qualify in a trade test for the
purpose of promotion/deputation/direct
recruitment.
12
Promotion :
From Binder Grade-Il with eight years regular service in the grade.
Note : Where juniors who have completed their qualifying/eligibility
service-are being considered for promotion, their seniors shall also be
considered provided they arc not short of the requisite qualifying/
eligibility service or by more than half such qualifying/eligibility ser-
vice or two years, whichever is less, and have successfully completed
their probation period, if prescribed.
197
12
Deputation:
Persons holding similar or analogous posts on regular basis under Central
Government who possess the educational qualifications laid down for
direct recruits in column 8.
(The departmental officers in the feeder category who are in direct line
of promotion will not be eligible for consideration for appointment on
deputation. Similarly, deputationists shall not be eligible for consider-
ation for appointment by promotion. Period of deputation including pe-
riod of deputation in another ex-cadrc post held immediately preceding
this appointment in the same or some other organisation/department of
the Central Government shall ordinarily not to exceed three years. The
maximum age limit for appointment bv deputation shall be not exceed-
ing 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
13
1. Group ' C Department Promotion Committee
(for promotion and confirmation)
1. Senior Administrative Officer. Office of the Joint
Secretary and Chief Administrative Officer.
Ministry of Defence
—Chairman.
2. Under Secretary Administratively concerned.
Ministry of Defence
—Members.
3. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff Officer
or equivalent from Joint Cipher Bureau.
Ministry' of Defence
—Member.
4. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff Officer
or equivalent from Air Headquarters.
Ministry of Defence
—Member.
3. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff Officer
or equivalent from Directorate of Standardisation.
Ministry of Defence
—Member
14
Not applicable
1
3. Binder
Gradc-ll
2
11*(2000)
*Subjcct to
variation
dependent
on workload.
General
Central
Service
Group C"
. Non-
Ga/ctled.
Non-
Ministerial.
4
Rs. 3050-75-
3<)50-80-45l>0.
5
Non-selection
6
30 years.
Rclaxnblc upio 40 >ears (uplo 45
years in respeel of Scheduled Castes
and Scheduled Tribes Candidates
in case of Government servants in
accordance with the instructions
or orders issued by the Central
Government.
Note : The crucial dale for deter-
mining the aji,c limit shall be the
closing dale for icccipi of applica-
tions from candidates tn India (and
not the closing date prescribed foi
those in Assam. Mc^halnya.
Arunachal Pradesh. Mi/oram.
Maiupur. Nagaland.
fnpura.
572GI/2001 — 5
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[PART II—SEC. 41
6
Sikkim. Ladakh Division of Jammu
and Kashmir Slate, Lahual and Spiti
Districts and Pangi Sub-division of
Chamba District of Himachal
Pradesh. Andaman and Nicobar Is-
lands or Lakshadwcep).
In the case of recruitment made
through the Employment Exchange,
the crucial dale for determining the
age limit shall be the last date upto
which the Employment Exchange is
asked to submit the names.
7
No.
8
(i) Matriculation or equivalent
qualification from a recog-
nised University/Board,
(ii) Trade Certificate of successful
completion of Apprenticeship
training under the Apprentice-
ship Act, 1%1 (52 of 1961) as
amended from time to time:
OR
Three years experience of the trade.
Note : 1. The qualifications regarding
experience arc relaxablc at the discre-
tion of the Appointing Authority for
reasons to be recorded in writing in the
use of candidates belonging to the
Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled
Tribes if, at any stage of selection, the
Appointing Authority is of the opinon
that sufficient number of candidates
from these communities possessing
the requisite experience arc not likely
to be available to fill up the vacancies
reserved for them.
9
Not applicable
10
Two Years
11
By absorption failing which by direct
recruitment.
Note : AH the eligible candidates shall be
required to qualify in a trade test for the
purpose of absorption/direct recruitment
12
Absorption :
Officers holding the post of Bindary Assistant on regular basis in Armed
Forces Headquarters/Inter Service Organisations.
m
13
Group ' C Departmental Promotion Committee
(for confirmation)
1. Senior Administrative Officer. Office of the Joint
Secretary and Chief Administrative Officer.
Ministry of Defence
—Chairman.
2. Under Secretary Administratively concerned.
Ministry of Defence
•—Members.
3. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff Officer
or equivalent from Joint Cipher Bureau.
Ministry of Defence
—Member
4. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff Officer
or equivalent from Air Headquarters.
Ministry of Defence
—Member.
5. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff Officer
or equivalent from Directorate of Standardisation,
Ministry of Defence
—Member.
14
Not applicable
1
4. Bindery
Assistant
2
25* (2000)
•(Subject to
variation
dependent
on workload).
3
General
Central
Service
Group ' C
Non-
Gazetted.
Non-
Ministerial.
4
Rs. 3050-75-
3950-80-4590.
5
Not applicable
6
Not applicable
7
No
8
Not applicable.
9
Not applicable
K)
Not applicable
11
By absorption.
12
Absorption :
Group 'D" employees of Armed Forces Headquarters and Inter Sen ice
Organisations with five years regular service and possessing the follow-
ing educational qualifications and experience .—
(I) Klh Standard pass or equivalent qualification.
(2) Two years experience in Bookbinding, and subject to qualifying in
the trade test.
13
Not applicable
14
Not applicable
[F. No. A/3400M/CAO/R-U1
N K. PHUKAN. D\ Chief Administrative Officer
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[PART II—SEC. 4]
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[PART II—SEC. 4]
205
New Delhi, the 31st January, 2001
S. R- O. 29.—In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to article 309 of the Constitution and in
supersession of the Ministry of Defence, Air Headquarters (Senior Programmer and Programmer) Recruitment Rules,
1991, Ministry of Defence, Air Headquarters, Data Entry Operator (Group t ' posts) Recruitment Rules, 1992 and
Ministry of Defence, Air Headquarters, Data Processing Assistant (Grade 'B' posts) Recruitment Rules, 1994. except as
respects things done or omitted to be done before such supersession, the President hereby makes the following rules
regulating the method of recruitment to the posts of Senior Programmer, Programmer, Data Processing Assistant Grade
'B'and Data Entry Operator Grade 'D' in Air Headquarters, Ministry of Defence, namely :—
1. Short title and commencement—(1) These niles may be called the Ministry of Defence, Air Headquarters
(Senior Programmer, Programmer, Data Processing Assistant Grade 'B'and Data Entry Operator Grade 'D') Recruit-
ment Rules, 2001.
572GI/2001-6
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[PART II—SEC. 4]
(2) They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.
2. Number of posts, classification and scale of pay.—The number of the said posts, their classification and
the scale of pay attached thereto shall be as specified in columns (2) to (4) of the Schedule annexed to these rules.
3. Method of recruitment, age limit, other qualifications etc.—The method of recruitment to the said posts,
age limit, qualifications and other matters relating thereto shall be as specified in columns (5) to (14) of the said
Schedule.
4. Disqualification.—No person,—
(a) who has entered into or contracted a marriage with a person having a spouse living, or
(b) who having a spouse living, has entered into or contracted a marriage with any person,
shall be eligible for appointment to the said posts :
Provided that the Central Government may, if satisfied that such marriage is permissible under the personal
law applicable to such person and the other party to the marriage and that there are other grounds for so doing, exempt
any person from the operation of this rule.
5. Power to relax.—Where the Central Government is of the opinion that it is necessary or expedient so to do,
it may, by order and for reasons to be recorded in writing and in consultation with the Union Public Service Commission,
relax any of the provisions of these rules with respect to any class or category of persons
6 Saving.—Nothing in these rules shall affect reservations, relaxation of age limit and other concessions
required to be provided for the Scheduled Castes, the Scheduled Tribes, the Ex-servicemen and other special categories
of persons in accordance with the orders issued by the Central Government from time to time in this regard.
SCHEDULE
Name of post
(1)
I. Senior
Programmer
Number of
posts
(2)
l*(2001)
•Subject to
variation
dependent
on work-
load.
Classification
(3)
General Cen-
tral Service
Group 'A',
Gazetted,
Non-
Ministerial
Scale of pay
(4)
Rs. 10000-325-
15200
Whether
selection
i
by merit or
selecuon-cum-
seniority or non-
selection post
(5)
• Not-
applicable
Age limit for
direct recruits
(6)
Not applicable.
Whether benefit
of added years
of service admis-
sible under rule
30 of the Central
Civil Services
(Pension) Rules,
1972
(7)
Not applicable.
Educational and other qualifications
required for direct recruits
(8)
Not applicable.
Whether age and
educational qualifica-
tion prescribed for
direct recruits will
apply in the case of
promotees
(9)
Not applicable.
Period of probation,
if any
(10)
Not applicable.
Method of recruitment.
Whether by direct
recruitment or by
promotion or by depu-
tation or by absorption
and percentage of the
posts to be filled by
various methods
(11)
By promotion/deputation
407
In case of recruitment by promotion or
If a Departmental Promotion Committee .
deputation or absorption, grades from
exists, what is its composition
which promotion or deputation or
absorption to be made
(12)
Promotion/Deputation
Officers of the CentraiyState Government :—
(a) (i) holding anlogous posts on regular
basis; or
(ii) with five years' regular service in post
in the scale of Rs. 8000-13500 or
equivalent; and
(b)
Prosscssing the following educational
qualifications and experience :—
(a) (i) Master's degree in Computer applica-
tions/Computer Science or Master of
Technology (with specialisation in
computer application) or Bachelor of
Engineering/Bachelor of Technology
in Computer Engineering/Computer
Science/Computer Technology of a
recognised University or equivalent.
(ii) Five years' experience of electronic
data processing work out of which at
least two years experience should be
in actual programming.
OR
(b) (i) Degree in Computer Application/
Computer Science or degree in Elec-
tronics/Electronics and Communica-
tion Engineering from a recognized
University or equivalent.
(ii) Seven years' experience of electronic
data processing work out which at
least three years experience should be
in actual programming.
OR
(c) (i) Master's degree of a recognised Uni-
versity or equivalent or degree in En-
gineering of a recognised University
or equivalent.
(ii) Eight years' experience of electronic
data processing work out of which at
least four years' experience should be
in actual computer programming.
OR
(d) (i) 'A' level diploma under DOEACC
programme or Post Graduate diploma
in Computer application offered
under University Programme/post
(13)
Not applicable.
Circumstances in which
Union Public Service Com-
mission is to be consulted in
making recruitment
(14)
Consultation with Union
Public Service Commission
necessary.
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THS GAZETTE OF OftWA^ NtARCH 10,2G01/PHALGUNA 19,1922
[PXAf II^SEC. 41
(12)
polytechnic diploma in Computer ap-
plications awarded by State Council
of Technical Education or equivalent,
(ii) Eight years'experience of electronic
data processing work out of which at
least four years experience should be
in actual programming.
II. The departmental programme with
five years' regular service in the grade
will also be considered alongwith out-
siders and in case he is selected for
appointment to the post, the same shall
be deemed to have been filled by pro-
motion.
The departmental officers in the feeder
category who are in the direct line of
promotion shall not be eligible for
consideration for appointment on
deputation.
Similarly, deputationists shall not be
eligible for consideration for appoint-
ment by promotion.
(Period of deputation including period
of deputation in another ex-cadre post
held immediately preceding this ap-
pointment in the same or some other
organisation/department of the Cen-
tral Government shall ordinarily not
to exceed three years. The maximum
age limit for appointment by deputa-
tion shall be not exceeding fifty six
years as on the closing date of receipt
of applications).
(1)
2. Programmer
(2)
l*(2001)
* Subject to
variation
dependent
on work-
load.
(3)
GeneraJ Cen-
tral service
Group 'A',
Gazetted,
Non-
Mim'sterial
(4)
Rs. 8000-275-
13500
(5)
Selection-
cum-senioritj
(6)
Not applicable.
(7)
Not applicable.
(8)
Not applicable
(9)
Not applicable
(10)
Two years
(11)
By promotion.
(12)
Promotion
Data Processing Assistant Grade 'B'
with five years regular service in the
grade.
Note : Where juniors who have com-
pleted their qualifying/eligibility scr-
vicc-tfrc~being considered for promo-
(13)
Group 'A' Departmental Committee
(for promotion) consisting of:—
1. Chairman/Member,
Union Public Service Commission
—Chairman
2. Joint Secretary and Chief Administrative
Officer, Ministry of Defence
—Member
(14)
Consultation with Union
Public Service Commission
necessary.
209
(12)
tion, their seniors shall also be consi-
dered provided they are not short of
the requisite qualifying/eligibility ser-
vice by more the half of such qualify-
fng/eligibility service or two years,
Whichever is less, and have success-
fully compltcd their probation period
for promotion to the next higher grade
alongwith their juniors who have
already completed such qualifying/
eligibility service.
(B)
3. Officer of the status of Group Captain or
equivalent from Air Headquarters,
Ministry of Defence
—Member
Group 'A' Departmental promotin Committee
(for considering confirmation).
1. Joint Secretary and Chief Administrative
Officer, Ministry of Defence
—Chiarman
2. Director/Deputy Secretary Administra-
tively concerned, Ministry of Defence
—Member
3. Officer of the status of Group Captain
or equivalent from Air Headquarters,
Ministry of Defence
—Member
(1)
3. Data Pro-
cessing
Assistant
Grade 'B'
(2)
5*(2OO1)
•Subject to
variation
dependent
on work-
load.
(3)
General cen-
tral Service
Group 'B\
Gazetted,
Non-
Ministerial
(4)
Rs. 6500-200-
10500
(5)
Selection
cum
seniority
(6)
Not exceeding 30
N<
years
Note 1 : Relaxable for
Government servants
upto five years in accor-
dance with the instruc-
tions or orders issued by
the Central Government.
Note 2 : The crucial date
for determining the age-
limit shall be the closing
date for receipt of appli-
cations from candidates in
India (and not the closing
date prescribed for those
in Assam, Meghalaya,
Arunachal
Pradesh,
Mizoram,
Manipur,
Nagaland,
Tripura,
Sikkim, Ladakh Division
of Jammu and Kashmir
State, Lahaul and Spiti
Districts and Pangi Sub-
Divisjon of Chamba dis-
trict of Himachal Pradesh,
Andaman and Nicobar
Island or the Union Terri-
tory of Lakshadweep).
(7)
3t applicable
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IPART II—SEC. 41
(8)
Essential:
A (i) Master's degree in Computer
Applications/Computer Science or
Master of Technology with speciali-
sation in Computer Applications or
Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor
of Technology in compter enginee-
ring/computer science/computer
technology from a recognised Uni-
versity or equivalent.
OR
B (i) Degree in computer applications/
computer science or degree in
electronics/electronics and commu-
nications engineering from a
recognised University or equivalent,
(ii) Two years expericcncc in elec-
tronic data processing work includ-
ing expericencc in actual program-
ming.
OR
C (i) Master's degree of a recognised
University or equivalent or degree
in engineering of a recognised Uni-
versity or equivalent,
(ii) Three years experience on elec-
tronic data processing work including
experience in actual programming.
OR
D (i) 'A' level diploma under DOEACC
Programme or Post graduate diploma
in Computer application offer under
University programme/Post poly-
technic diploma in Computer appli-
cation awarded by State Council of
Technical Education or equivalent,
(ii) Three years experience on Elec-
tronic Data Processing work includ-
ing experience in actual program-
ming.
Note 1: The qualifications are relaxable
at the discretion of the Union Public
Service Commission in case of candi-
dates otherwise well qualified.
Note 2 : The qualification(s) regarding
experience is/are relaxable at the dis-
cretion of the Union Public Service
Commission in the case of candidates
belonging to the Scheduled Castes or
Scheduled Tribes, if, at any stage of
selection, the Union Public Service
Commission is of the opinion thai suf-
ficient number of candidates from these
communities possessing the requisite
experience are not likely to be available
to fill up the vacancies reserved for
them
(9)
Age : No
Educational Qualifica-
tion : Yes
The essential qualifications
prescribed for direct recruits
under column (8) will not
apply to officers in the feeder
grade holding the post of Dat
Entry Operator grade 'D' on
regular basis on the date of
notification of these revised
rules.
(10)
Two years
for direct
recrucits
a
(11)
(i) 66.66% Promotion
failing which by
direct recuntment
(ii) 33.34% direct
recruitment.
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(12)
[Promotion :
t)ata Entry Operator Grade 'D'
with three years regular service in the
grade.
Note : Where juniors who have com-
pleted theii qualifying/eligibility ser-
vice are being considered for promo-
tion, their seniors shall also be consi-
dered provided they arc not short of
the requisite qualifying/eligibility ser-
vice by more than half of such qualify-
ing/eligibility service or two years,
whichever is less, and have success-
fully completed their probation period
for promption to the next higher grade
alongwith their juniors who have
already completed such qualifying/
eligibility service.
(13)
Group 'D' Departmental Promotion Com-
mittee (for considering Promotion and
confirmation) consisting of :—
1. Director, Office of the Joint Secretary
and Chief Administrative Officer
Ministry of Defence
—Chairman
2. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff
Officer or equivalent from Air Head-
quarters, Ministry of Defence
—Member
3. Under Secretary to the Government of
India, Ministry of Defence—Member
(To be nominated by Establishment
Division, Minstry of Defence.
(14)
Consultation with Union
Public Service Commission
necessary while making
direct recruitment.
(1)
4 Data
Entry
Operator
Grade 'D'
(2)
8+(2001)
•Subject to
variation
dependent
on work-
load.
(3)
General Cen- 1
tral Service
!
Group 'B',
Non-Gazetted,
Non-
Ministerial
(4)
Els. 5500-175-
9000/-
(5)
Selcction-
cum-
scniority
(6)
Not applicable
(7)
r Not applicable
(8)
Not apiicable
(9)
Not applicable
(10)
T^vo years
(U)
By Promotion
(12)
Promotion :
Data Entry Operator Grade 'B1
with six years regular service in the
grade.
Note : Where juniors who'have com-
pleted their qualifying/eligibility ser-
vice are being considered for promo-
tion, their seniors shall also be consi-
dered provided they are not short of
Lhe requisite qualifying/eligibility ser-
vice by more than half of such qualify-
ing/eligibility service or two years,
whichever is less, and have success-
fully completed their probation period
for promotion to the next higher grade
alongwith their juniors who have
already completed such qualifying/
eligibility service.
(13)
Group '6' Departmental Promotion Com-
mittee (for condisering Promotion and
confirmation) consisting of:—
1. Deputy Chief, Administrative Officer,
Office of the Joint Secretary and Chief
Administrative Officer, Ministry of
Defence
—Chairman
2. Officer of the status of Civilian Staff
Officer or equivalent from Air Head-
quarters, Ministry of Defence
-—Member
3. Under Secretary Administratively concer
Ministry of Defence
—Member
(To be nominated by Establishment
Division, of Minstry of Defence.
(14)
Consultation with Union
Public Service Commission
not necessary.
ned
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New Delhi, the 4th January, 2001
S.R.0.30.—In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to article 309 of the Constitution and in supersession
of the Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service Rules, 1987 except as respects things done or omitted to be done before
such supersession, the President hereby makes the following rules, regulating method of recruitment rules relating Armed
Forces Headquarters Clerks namely:—
1. Short title and Commencement.—(1) These rules may be called the Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical
Service Rules, 2001,
(2) They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette
(3) Application.—These rules shall apply to the persons holding the posts in the Upper Division Clerk Grade
and Lower Division Clerk Grade in Armed Forces Headquarters or Inter Service Organisation as shown in the
First Schedule.
2. Definitions.—In these rules, unless the context otherwise requires :—
(a) "appointing authority" in relation to any Grade means the authority empowered under the Central Civil
Service (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1965 to make appointments to that Grade,
(b) "approved service" in relation to any grade means:—
(i) in respect of an officer recruited directly to that grade period or periods of regular service rendered in
that grade, including period or periods of absence during which he would have held a post on regular
basis in that grade but for his being on leave or otherwise not being available to hold such post from
the first day of January of the year following the year in which the examination for direct recruitment
was held;
(ii) in respect of an officer recruited to that grade through departmental examination, period or periods of
regular service rendered in that grade including period or periods of absence during which he would
have held a post on regular basis in that grade but for his being on leave or otherwise not available
to hold such post, from the first day of January of the year for which such examination was held;
(iii) in respect of an officer recruited to that grade on the basis of length of service in the lower grade,
period or periods of regular service rendered in that grade, including period or periods of absence
during which he would have held a post on regular basis in that grade but for his being on leave or
otherwise not being available to hold such post, from that first dav of January of the year for which
the recruitment was made:
Provided that where there is a delay of more than ninety days in joining an appointment, in any of the
cases mentioned in sub-clauses (i), (ii) and (iii) above, such delay should not be due to any fault on the
pa^t of the Officer
(c) "cadre controlling authority" in relation to the members of the service means the Joint Secretary and Chief
Administrative Officer in the Ministry of Defence,
(d) "direct recruit" means a person recruited to the Lower Division Grade on the basis of a Competitive examination
held by the Staff Selection Commission;
(e) "duty post" in relation to any Grade means a post of that Grade included in the Armed Forces Headquarters
Clerical Service;
(f) "Government" means the Central Government;
(g) "Grade" means any of the Grades specified in rule 3;
(h) "Permanent Officer" in relation to any Grade means a person who has been confirmed in the entry grade;
(i) "Schedule" means a Schedule to these rules;
(j) "Service" means the Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service;
(k) "other backward classes" means the castes/communities notified by the Government from time to time for
the purpose of reservation in services/posts in the Government of India;
(1) "Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes" shall have the same meaning as are assigned to them in clause
(24) and (25) respectively at Article 366 of the Constitution of India;
(m) "Rules" means the Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service Rules, 2001;
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(n) "Select List" in relation to upper Division Cleik and Lower Division Cierk means the list prepared for
promotion to the respective grades to fill the existing and anticipated vacancies likely to occur during the
year and are decided to be rilled by promotion,
(o) "Staff Selection Commission" means the Staff Selection Commission set up by the Government;
(p) 'temporary officer' in relation to any grade means a person holding and temporary or officiating appointment
in that grade on the basis of his being, regularly approved for such appointment or an officer appointed to
a Grade who is yet to be removed from probation;
3. Composition of the Service.— (I) There shall be two Grades in the Service, namely:—
<1) Upper Division Grade; and (i) Lower Division Grade,
(2) The posts in both the Grades shall be non-Gazetted posts classified a, Central Civil Service. Group ' C
Ministerial.. The posts in both the Grades shall be non-selection posts.
4. Authorised Strength of the Service and its review:—
(1)
The authorised strength of the Grades of the Service shall be as specified in the Second Schedule.
(2)
Notwithstanding anything contained in Sub-rule (1) the Government may :—
(a) From time to time make temporary additions or alterations to the Duty posts in various grades of the
service.
(b) Any post in the Armed Forces Headquarters and Inter Service Organisations may be encadred if the
functions attached to such posts are such as require, in the opinion of the cadre controlling authority, the
holder of the post to possess substantially the same qualifications, training and experience as those-
necessary for the holders of duty posts in the Service or exclude from the service any duty post already
included in the service.
5. Appointment to the Service .—Appointment to the Lower Division Grade of the Service shall be subject to
following conditions;—
(1)
Such enquiry as may be considered necessary by the Government;
(2)
person is found to be free from any mental or physical defect, after such medical examination as the Govern ment
may prescribe, which i s likely to interfere with the discharge of the duties of the service;
(3)
No person.—
(a)
who has entered into or contracted a marriage with a person having a spouse living, or
(b)
who having a spouse living, has entered inio or contiactcd a marriage with any person,
shall be eligible for. appointment to Service .
Provided that Government may, if satisfied that such marriage is permissible under the personal law
applicable to such person and the other party to the marriage and there are other grounds for so doing,
exempt any person from the operation of this rule.
6. Duty Post to be held by Grade Officer.— Every duty post shall, unless declared to be excluded from the
'Service under rule 4 or held in abeyance for any reason, be held by any officer of the appropriate Grade.
7. Method of recruitment in the Service.— (1) The posts of Service shall be filled as shown in the Third Schedule
(2) Notwithstanding anything contained in Third Schedule, an officer of the Lower Division Grade, employed in
any office of Armed Forces Headquarters and Inter-Services Organisations specified in the First Schedule and
who has rendered not less than 8 years' continuous approved service in that grade, may be appointed, on the
basis of seniority subject to rejection of the unfit, to officiate in a temporary vacancy or specified or unspecified
duration in that office, for period not exceeding three months in Upper Division Grade of the Service, if the Select
List for the Upper Division Grade is not available or an officer included in the Select List for that Grade is not
available or cannot, for any reasons, be appointed to such vacancy :
Provided that the period of three months mentioned above, may, in exceptional cases and with the approval of the
appointing authority, be extended to six months in public interest:
(3) If sufficient number of qualified candidates are not available for appointment to the Lower Division Grade on
the results of competitive examinations held by the Staff Selection Commission, the vacancies may be filled either provisionally
or on a regular basis in such manner as may be decided by the Government.
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(4) There Shall be reservations in filling up the vacancies in Lower Division Grade and Upper Division Grade for
Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes/Other Backward Classes/any ofhei Categories as the case may be in accordance with
the orders issued by the Government from time to time.
8. Compassionate Appointments .- Notwithstanding anything contained in the Third Schedule, the appointing
authority may fill the vacancies in the Lower Division Grade arising 'in a year, otherwise than as provided for in these rules,
by appointment of a son or daughter or wife or husband or brother or sister of a Government servant who dies during the
period of his service or is retired on medical grounds as per orders or instructions issued by the Government.
9. Rules for competitive examination - The rules for the competitive examinations including limited Departmental
examinations held by Staff Selection Commission referred to in the Third Schedule shall be as notified by the Government
(Department of Personnel and Training in the Mini stry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions) for the purpose from
time to time.
10. Probation, - (1) Every person recruited to the Lower Division Grade of the Service shall initially be appointed on
probation, the period of probation-being two years from the date of recruitment
(2)
During probation, a member of the Service may be required to undergo such training and to pass such
tests as the Government may.from time to time, prescribe.
(3)
Every person appointed to the Lower Division Grade who does not pass such tests as prescribed under
sub-rule (2) shall continue to-be on probation till he passes such tests or till he has been specially
exempted by the Government from passing such tests. Provided that persons, against whom any
departmental or legal proceedings are pending, shall continue to be on probation.
(4)
The period of probation specified in sub-rule (1), may be extended or curtailed in any case, if t he appointing
authority deems fit, but the total period of extension of probation shall not exceed two years or double the
normal period of extension as per the1 Government instructions issued from time to time except as
specified in sub-rule (3),
11 Confirmation - Persons appointed to the Lower Division Grade shall, on completion of the probation or any
extension thereof, be confirmed in the grade if considered fit and if not already confirmed in the entry grade.
12, Discharge or reversion of persons on probation -
(1)
An officer appointed to the Lower Division Grade of the Service who has no lien on any post under the
Government or any State Government shall, while on probation, be liable to be discharged from service at
any time without notice, if.
(i)
On the basis of his performance or conduct dining probation, he is considered unfit for further
retention in the Service; or
(ii)
on the receipt of any information relating lu his nationality, age. health educational qualifications or
antecedents,' Ihc appointing authority is satisfied that he is ineligible or otherwise unfit for being a
member of the Service.
(2)
An officer appointed to the Lower Division Grade of the Service who holds a lien on a post under the
Government or any State Government may, while on probation, be reverted to such post at any time in
any of the circumstances specified in sub-rule (1).
13. Seniority.- (1) The seniority of the members of the Service on commencement of the Armed Forces Headquarters
Clerical Service Rules, 2001, shall be the seniority in their respective grades as determined before commencement of these
rules:
Provided that if seniority of any member of the Service had not been specifically determined before commencement
of the Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service Rules, 2001, it shall be determined by the Government in accordance with
the then prevailing rules.
Provided further that where a judgemeht or direction has already been issued by a court or tribunal with regard to
refixation of seniority and related matters in the context of the rules subsisting earlier, necessary action to complete the
process already initiated or action as deem fit necessary shall be taken in accordance with the rules subsisting prior to the
commencement of these rules.
(2) The seniority of persons appointed to the two grades of the Service after commencement of the ^rmed Forces
Headquarters Clerical Service Rules, 2001, shall be determined in the following manner, namely ,—
(a)
The seniority, inter-se of officers appointed to the grade, of Upper Division Clerk shall be regulated by the order
in which their names are included in the select list as specified in note under cloumn - 3 of Third Schedule
against serial No -1 related to Uppei Division Clerk (Group 'C1 Ministerial).
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(b)
The seniority inter-se of persons appointed to the Lower Division Grade shall be determined in the following
manner, namely; -
(i)
Those appointed under clause (a) (i). in column 3. against Lower Division Clerk Grade (Group "C"
Ministerial), in the Third Schedule to these rules, shall rank inter-se in the order in which their names are
arranged in a single list by the Staff Selection Commission on the basis of their seniority m the parent
Group "D" post, the employees holding posts in a higher grade shall rank senior to those in lower grade.
(ii)
Those appointed under clause (a) (ii). in column 3. against Lower Division Clerk Grade (Group "C"
Ministerial), in the Third Schedule to these rules, shall rank intcr-se in the order of their seniority in the
Lower Grade.
(iii)
Those appointed under clause (b), in column 3. against Lower Division Clerk Grade (Group "C" Ministerial)
in the Third Schedule to these rules, shall rank intcr-sc in the order recommended by the Selection
Committee or the Staff Selection Commission, as the case may be
(iv)
Those appointed under clause (c). in cloumn 3 against Lower Division Clerk Grade (Group "C" Ministerial).
in the Third Schedule to these rules, shall rank intcr-se in the order of merit in which they arc placed on
the basis of results of the competitive examinations from which they arc recruited, the recruits of an
earlier competitive examination being ranked senior to die recruits of a later examination
(c)
The inter-se seniority of persons referred to in sub-clauses (i).(ii).(iii) and (iv) above, shall be regulated
according to the quotas fixed for each of the three groups, in accordance with a roster maintained by the
appointing authority, starting with one person referred to in sub-clause (ii) above, followed by two persons
from sub-clause (i). followed by sixteen persons from sub-clause (iv). followed by one person from sub-clause
(iii) and so on.
(d)
The seniority of persons qualifying for appointment under clause (a) (i). in column 3. against Lower Division
Clerk Grade (Group "C" Ministerial), in the Third Schedule, in excess of the vacancies available for that year
and who arc to be adjusted against the vacancies in subsequent year and those appointed in subsequent year,
under clause (c), against Lower Division Clerk Grade (Group 'C Ministerial),in the Third Schedule, shall also be
regulated in the manner provided in sub clause (c) above ;
Provided that the seniority of persons, in whose cases offers of appointment are revived after being
cancelled, and those appointed under the provisos to clause (a) and clause, (b), in column 3 against
Lower Division Clerk Grade(Group C Ministerial) in the Third Schedule to these rules, shall be such as
may be determined by the Government:
Provided further that the seniority of persons appointed on a regular basis under sub-rule (3) of rule 7
shall be such, as may be determined by the Government.
(e)
Persons appointed to the Grade in accordance with rule 8 shall rank inter-se according to their dates of
appointment:
Provided that the persons so appointed in a particular year shall en-bloc be ranke junior to the pcrsonr
recruited on the basis of competitive examination held in that year.
14. Pay .- The scales of pay attached to the two Grades of the Service shall be as follows, namely :—
(i)
Upper Division Grade - Rs.4000-10(H>(XX)/-
(ii)
Lower Division Grade - Rs.3050-75-3950-8O-459O/-
15. Regulation of Pay.— The pay and increments of officers of the two Grades shall be regulated in accordance
with the Fundamental Rules or other rules in force relating to pay.'
16. Regulations .— The Government may make regulations not inconsistent with these rules to provide for all
matters Tor which provision is necessary or expedient for the purpose of giving effect to these rules.
17. Residuary matters .—In regard to matters not specifically covered by these rules or by regulations or orders
made or issued thereunder, or by special orders, the members of the Service shall be governed by the rules, regulations, and
orders applicable to the Civil Services in general.
18. Power to relax.—Where the Government is of the opinion that it is necessary or expedient soAto do. it may, by
order, for reasons to be recorded in writing, relax any of the provisions of these rules with respect to any class or category
of persons.
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19. Saving ,— Nothing in these rules shall affect reservations, relaxation of age limit and other concessions
required to be provided for the Scheduled Castes, the Scheduled Tribes, Ex-Servicemen, the Other Backward Classes and
other special categories of person in accordance with the orders issued by the Government in this regard.
20. Interpretation .—If any question arises relating to the interpretation of these rules or the regulations made
thereunder it shall be referred to the Government for decision.
21. Overriding effect of the rules.—Any rales or orders in force immediately before commencement of these rules
shall not apply to the extent they are inconsistent or repugnant to these rules.
22. Composition of Departmental Promotion Committee.—The composition of Departmental Promotion Committee
for the Service shall be as indicated in the Fourth Schedule.
FIRST SCHEDULE
[(See Rule 20)]
Names of the Headquarters and Inter Service Organisations to whom the Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical
Service Rules, 2001, shall apply.
(a)
1,
Army Headquarters
2.
Naval Headquarters
3.
Air Headquarters
(b)
Inter-Service Organisations of the Ministry of Defence
1.
Armed Forces Film and Photo Division
2.
Central Monitoring Organisation
3.
Defence Research and Development Organisation
4.
Defence Production Liaison Cell
5.
Directorate General of Defence Estate
6.
Directorate of Planning and Coordination
7.
Directorate of Public Relations, including Sainik Samachar
8.
Directorate of Standardisation
9.
Directorate of technical development & Production (Air)
10.
Directorate General Armed Forces Medical Services
11.
Directorate General of Quality Assurance
12.
Directorate General of National Cadet Corps
13.
Directorate General of Resettlement
14.
Historical Division
15
Kcndriya Sainik Board
16.
Joint Cipher Bureau
17.
Ministry of Defence Distribution Section
18.
Ministry of Defence Library
19.
National Defence College
20.
Office of the Joint Secretary and Chief Administrative Office
21.
School of Foreign Languages
22.
Security Officer
23.
Service Sports Control Board
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Radar and Communication Project Office
25.
Heavy Vehicles Factories Cell
26.
Exhibition Organisation Csll
27.
Ordnance Factories Cell
28.
Research and Assessment Centre
29.
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SECOND SCHEDULE
(See Rule 4)
Authorised strength of the various Grade^of the Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service.
1.
Upper Division Grade
—
1759
2
Lower Division Grade
—
2040 (including leave reserve)
Third Schedule
(See rule 7)
Rules for the filing the duty posts in the service
SI.
No.
(1)
1.
Grade and
Classi-
fication
(2)
Upper Division
Grade (Group'C1
Ministerial)
Recruitment
(3)
vacancies shall be filled
in the following inanner namely:—
(a) Seventy Five percent of vacancies
shall be filled by promotion from
offices of Lower Division Grade who
are eligibile for appointment to
that grade, in the order of their
Seniority subject to rejection
of the unfit;
Provided that any person appointed
to Lower Division Grade of the service
shall be eligible for promotion to Upper
Division grade only if he has
successfully completed tho probation and
has either passed the typing test, or
has been exempted in accordance with the
prescribed procedure, from passing it:
Provided further that where juniors
who have completed their qualifying/eligibility
service are being considered for promotion, their
seniors shall also be considered provided they
are not short of the requisite qualifying/
eligibility service by more than half
of such requisite qualifying/eligibility
service or two years whichever is less
and have successfully completed their
probation and has either passed the
typing test or has been exempted in
Eligibility
condition
(4)
Minimum 8 years
continuous approved
service in lower
Division Grade.
Note:(l) Incase
persons with 8 years
service are not available
for promotion, post
may be filled from
amongst persons
who were holding
the post of lower
Division Grade on
regular basis on
the date of
commencement of theserulcs, with
not less than
5 years
continous
approved service.
Note 2 : For preparing
the select list of
Upper Division Grade,
approved service for
the purpose of promotion
to the Upper Division
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jl
Lower Division
Grade (Group 'C
Ministerial)
0)
accordance with the presenbed
procedure, from passing it.
(b) Twenty Five percent of the vacancies
shall be filled from amongst persons of
the Lower Division Gade selected on the
results of Limited Departmental Competitive
Examination held by the Staff Selection
Commission in the order of their merit.
Unfilled vacancies of this quota shall
be diverted to Seniority quota as
specified in clause (a) above.
Note : For the purpose of determining
inter-se seniority in the Upper Division
Clerk Grade a select list shall be prepared
every year indicating the names of
persons as per the vacancies filled
by including three persons from the
category (a) above followed by one
person from the category (b) and
so on.
vacancies shall be filled in the
following manner, namely .—
(a) Fifteen per cent of vacancies shall
be filled by promotion of Group' D'
employees bome on regular establishment
of the Headquarters and Inter Service
Organisations referred to in the First
Schedule in the following manner,
namely:—
(i) Ten percent of the Vacancies may
be filled on the basis of qualifying
examination held for this purpose by
the Staff Selection Commission, in
accordance with rules notified by
Government from time to time; and
(ii) Five per cent of the vacancies
shall be filled on the basis of
seniority, subject to the rejection
of the unfit, from amongst Group D'
employees who have passed the
Matriculation or an equivalent
examination of a recognised Board or
University;
Provided that if sufficient
number of persons are not available,
the vacancies shall be filled in the
(4)
Grade shall be calculated
as on 1st January of
the year for which the
select list is prepared.
On the crucial date
must have rendered
not less than 5
years approved
continuous service
in the Lower Division
Clerk Grade;
Provided that if he had
been appointed to the
Lower Division Grade on the
result of the Competitive.
Examinations including
Limited Departmental
Examinations, the result
of such Examinations
should have been
announced not less than
five years before the
crucial date and he should
have rendered not less than
4 years of approved
continuous service in the
grade on the crucial date.
Minimum 5 years
service in a Group
post or in any his
grade on regular
basis.
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manner prescribed in clause (c)
Provided further that if more
employees than the number of
vacancies available under this clause,
qualify at the qualifying examination,
such excess employees shall be
considered for filling the vacancies
arising in the subsequent years, so
that the employees qualifying at an
earlier examination are considered
before those who qualify at a later
examination.
(b) Five per cent of the vacancies
may be filled from amongst outstanding
sports persons to be recruited in
accordance with the instructions and
procedures laid down for this purpose
by the Government:
Provided that if sufficient number
of persons arc not available, the
vacancies shall be filled in the manner
prescribed in clause (c).
(c) Remaining vacancies as may be
determined by the appointing authority
in accordance with provisos to clause
(a) and (b) above and rule 8 shall be
filled by direct recruitment on the basis
of Competitive Examination held for the
purpose by the Staff Selection Commission
in accordance with the rules notified by
Government from time to time.
FOURTH SCHEDULE
(See Rule 22)
Departmental Promotion Committee (for promotion/confirmation)
1.
Senior Administrative Officer,
Office of the Joint Secretary
and Chief Administrative
Officer, Ministry of Defence
—
Chairman
2.
Civilian StaffOfficers each from
Army Headquarters, Naval Head-
quarters and Air Headquarters,
Ministry of Defence
—
Members
Note : A member belonging to Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes and Lady member may also co-opted as
member if no such persons are already members of the Departmental Promotion Committee.
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New Delhi, the 29th December, 2000
S.R.O. 31.—In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to article 309 of the Constitution, the President
hereby makes the following rules to amend the Ministry of Defence. Army Headquarters, Master General of Ordinance
Branch, Procurement Progressing Organisation (Accounts Assistant) Recruitment Rules, 1992, namely :—
1 (1) These rules may be called the Ministry of Defence, Army Headquarters, Master General of Ordnance
Branch, Procurement Progressing Organisation (Accounts Assistant) Recruitment (Amendment) Rules,
2000.
(2) They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.
2. In the Schedule to the Ministry of Defence, Army Headquarters, Master General of Ordnance-Branch, Pro-
curement Progressing Organisation (Accounts Assistant) Recruitment Rules, 1992,—
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THE GAZETTE OF INDIA: MARCH 10,2001/PHALGUNA19,1922
[PART II—SEC. 4]
"Rs. 5500-175-9000",
(ii) in column 11 for the existing heading and entries relating thereto, the following shall be substituted,
namely :—
"Method of recruitment whether by direct recruitment or by promotion or by deputation or by absorption
and percentage of the posts to be filled by various methods "
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"'By deputation".
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(iii) in column 12 for the existing heading and entries relating thereto, the following shall be substituted
namely:—
"In case of recruitment by promotion or deputation or absorption grades from which promotion or
deputation or absorption to be made".
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Deputation : Officers holding the posts of Subordinate Accounts Service Accountants or Subordinate Ac-
counts Service passed Clerks from any of the Organised Central Accounts Departments with three years'
experience in cash, accounts and budget work and possessing a degree in Commerce from a recognised
University or equivalent.
Note : Period of deputation including period of deputation in anolher ex-cadre post held immediately preceding
this appointment in the same or some oihcr organisation/department of the Central Government shall
ordinarily not exceed three years. The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation shall be not
exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
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N. K. PHUKAN, Dy. Chief Administrative Officer
Note: Principal rules published vide S.R.O. 185 dated 17th June, 1992 in the Gazette of India, Part II, Section4
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and Published by the Controller of Publications, Dolhi-110054 — 2001