Pension settlement concerns
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Nov 23: In response to concerns over the Office of Accountant General (A&E), Jammu and Kashmir’s reluctance in finalizing pension cases for non-quasi-permanent Government employees, the Finance Department has emphasized the need for all departments to strictly follow the J&K Civil Services (Temporary Service) Rules, 1961.
The Government has clarified that eligibility for quasi-permanent status requires three years of continuous service, with the appointing authority having the power to declare such status.
According to Government, the quasi-permanent employees enjoy equivalent conditions to permanent ones, and for those with over five years of quasi-permanent service, the entire period counts towards pension.
The proviso to Rule 11 highlights that a temporary Government servant with 20 or more years of service, retiring due to superannuation or permanent incapacitation, is treated as a permanent pensionable post holder.
The Finance Department has accordingly urged expedited adherence to these rules across all departments to streamline pension settlements and minimize inconvenience.
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