New Guidelines for Transfer of Group C and Group B Officials for PwBD
The Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communications, has issued new guidelines regarding the transfer of Group ‘C’ officials, Group ‘B’ (non-gazetted) officials, and Assistant Superintendent of Posts (Group ‘B’ Gazetted). This update includes significant changes to the existing transfer policy, particularly for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
Key Highlights of the New Guidelines:
- Reference to Previous Communications:
- The guidelines refer to the Directorate’s previous communication no. 141-141/2013-SPB-II dated January 17, 2019, which provides the foundational guidelines for regulating requests for Temporary Transfers, both Inter-Circle and Intra-Circle.
- Further modifications were made via communication no. X-12/6/2021-SPN-II-DOP(Part) dated September 2, 2021, stating that officials are eligible for Inter-Circle/Intra-Circle temporary transfers after completing one year of service.
- Exemption for PwBD Officials:
- The Directorate received several requests for relaxing the one-year service condition for temporary transfers specifically for PwBD officials.
- After thorough examination, the Competent Authority has decided to waive the minimum one-year service requirement for PwBD officials seeking temporary transfers.
- Immediate Implementation:
- The new instructions are effective immediately and should be adhered to by all relevant parties within the Department of Posts.
Communication References:
- Original Directive: Communication no. 141-141/2013-SPB-II dated January 17, 2019.
- Modification: Communication no. X-12/6/2021-SPN-II-DOP(Part) dated September 2, 2021.
