Age Relaxation and Job Transition for Central Government Employees: Guidance on Moving from Group B to C

Introduction

Central government employees working in Group B positions with a pay scale of 4600 GP may consider age relaxation benefits after three years of regular service to join Group C positions with a pay scale of 2400 GP. This article provides detailed guidance on the eligibility criteria and process for such transitions, including age relaxation and direct recruitment procedures.

Eligibility for Age Relaxation

Central government employees may qualify for age relaxation benefits, which vary based on their category. For reserved categories (such as SC/ST communities), age relaxation may be more generous. Typically, an employee may get up to five years of age relaxation if applying for another position.

Age Relaxation for Group C Posts

As per the notification of the Staff Selection Commission (SSC), employees who have rendered at least three years of regular and continuous service as of the closing date for application may be eligible for age relaxation up to 40 years for Group C posts. This relaxation is further extended to 45 years for employees from SC/ST communities.

Procedure for Transition from Group B to C

Central government employees can apply for lower positions on a direct recruitment basis with the approval of their competent authority. However, the authority may deny the necessary NOC in such cases. If selected for the lower post, pay fixation will be done as per the Welfare Pay Regulations (WPR) Rule 22.

Age Relaxation for Group C Posts

There is no specific restriction preventing employees from moving from Group B to Group C after seeking age relaxation. The age relaxation benefit is primarily designed to facilitate the recruitment of older candidates into Group C positions.

Key Points to Consider

tThe specific age relaxation benefit and its eligibility criteria depend on the department, ministry, and the recruitment notification for the Group C post you are targeting. tIt is essential to consult the official notification for the SSC CGL exam or directly contact the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) to confirm the age relaxation rules for departmental candidates applying for Group C posts. tWhile there is no formal restriction on moving from Group B to C, some employees may reconsider this step due to differences in pay scales (4600 GP in Group B vs. 2400 GP in Group C).

Considering these points, it is clear that central government employees working in Group B posts with 4600 GP may indeed apply for age relaxation to transition to Group C posts. This path is particularly advantageous for those nearing the upper age limit for competitive examinations, as it allows them to increase their chances of recruitment.

Further Resources

For more detailed information, refer to the following resources:

tDoPT - Age Relaxation for Departmental Candidates: Explains age relaxation rules for departmental candidates in various scenarios, potentially mentioning specific relaxations for Group C posts.

Contact your department's human resources office for specific guidance, and the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for detailed information about the SSC CGL exam and the latest age relaxation policies.