Jammu: 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.

As per the News Agency Current News of India (CNI) 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.(CNI) Current News of India