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REPORT
OF
THE
DECEMBER, 2008
K.K.SINHA, IAS (Retd.) Chairman, Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission.
Office : 0364-2224658
PABX : 2560
D.O. No.MPC(4)-6/2007/Pt/34 Date 15th December, 2008. My dear Chief Minister, On behalf of the Commission and on my own behalf, I have great pleasure
in submitting the First Part of our Report which is based on unanimous decisions and
recommendations. The Second and Final Part will be submitted shortly.
Yours Sincerely, Sd/- (K.K.Sinha) Dr. Donkupar Roy, Chief Minister
TABLE OF CONTENTS PART - I
Chapter No.
Page No
I Introductory 1
II Historical Background 28
III Economic Review and Financial Resources 35
IV Interim Report 62
V Floor and Ceiling of Pay Structure 63
VI Rationalisation of Pay Scales and Pay Structure 67
VII Allowances 72
VIII Loans and Advances. 104
IX Pension and Other Retirement Benefits 110
X Service Conditions and General Observations 132
XI. Financial Implications of Recommendations 155
Acknowledgement 156
List of Staff-Members of the 4th MPC 157
PART - II
Departmental Recommendations
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CHAPTER – I
Introductory 1.1. By their Resolution No. F(PR)-21/2007/33 dated the 20th September, 2007, the Government of Meghalaya constituted the Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission with Shri K.K. Sinha, IAS (Retd) as Chairman. (Appendix A). 1.1.2. The terms of reference of the Commission were as follows:-
(i) To examine the existing structure of emoluments and conditions of
service of different categories of Government employees and recommend changes/revision that which may be feasible and desirable, keeping in regard the inter-service relationships, the resources of the State and other relevant factors.
(ii) To recommend a comprehensive pay package that would be suitably linked to promoting efficiency, productivity and economy through rationalization of structures, organizations and systems within the Government, by taking into account the existing amenities and facilities admissible to State Government employees such as Dearness Allowance, Medical Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Hill Allowance, Travelling Allowance, Winter Allowance, Compensatory Allowances, Special Pay, etc.
(iii) To examine the existing structure of pension, death-cum-retirement gratuity, family pension and other terminal or recurring benefits and make recommendations relating thereto which may be feasible and desirable.
(iv) To examine the desirability and the need for consideration of relief of interim character in case of increase in the cost of living during the deliberation of the Commission and to make recommendations as may be considered desirable and feasible.
(v) To make recommendations on each of the foregoing, having regard, among other factors, to the prevailing pay structure and retirement benefits available under the Central Government and State Governments of the region in particular, and other State Governments in general, availability of the resources of the State Governments and the need for overall development in the State.
(vi) To examine such other relevant and incidental matters as may be referred
to the Commission by the Government.
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1.2. Other members of the Commission were appointed by the Resolution No. F(PR)-21/2007/39 dated 14th November, 2007. (Appendix B).
Members : 1. Shri H.W.T.Syiem, IAS (Retd). 2. Shri B.Kharmalki, Former Special Secretary to the Govt. of Meghalaya, Public Works Department. 3. Shri I.K.Sangma, Former Additional Director of Public Instruction, Government of Meghalaya. 4. Shri B.K.Dev Varma, IAS, Principal Secretary to the Govt. of Meghalaya, Finance, etc. Department.
1.3. As spelt out in paragraph 3 of the Government Resolution appointing the Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission, the Commission was to frame its own procedures and to call for such information/materials and take such evidence as might be considered necessary. Departments/Offices of the Government were directed to furnish such information/materials and render such assistance as might be required by the Commission. The Government expressed the hope that the Service Associations and those concerned would extend their fullest cooperation and assistance to the Commission. 1.4. The Commission assumed charge on 21st September, 2007 and was directed to submit the Report to the Government within one year from the date of constitution. The term was, however, extended upto 31st December, 2008. (Appendix C) 1.5. The Commission was allotted accommodation within the Additional Secretariat Building for the Office of the Chairman, Officers and staff of the Commission and a Committee Room to meet Government officials and representatives of various Service Associations and Unions. 1.6. The Commission examined the service conditions of all employees of the Government of Meghalaya, including those of the teaching and non-teaching staff of the aided educational institutions under the Deficit Scheme of Grant-in-Aid and also employees of Work-charged establishment and casual employees borne on regular time scales of pay as these categories were in the normal course, extended/allowed Government scales of pay and allowances. Employees of the Meghalaya Public Service Commission and Meghalaya Legislative Assembly were brought within the purview of the Commission vide Government letter No. F(PR)-51/2007/9 dated 25th April, 2008.
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The Commission did not have within its purview the following services:- (a) All India Services Officers. (b) The College Teachers Service, other than the ministerial employees,
who are drawing the UGC scales of pay.
(c) The State Judicial Service officers who have been granted separate scales of pay with effect from 1.1.1996 on the basis of the recommendations of the Shetty Commission, as envisaged in the Meghalaya Judicial Services (Revision of Pay) Rules, 2005 issued vide Government Notification No. LJ(A)-36/98/211 dated 18th July, 2005 and No. LJ(A)-36/98/Pt.I/112 dated 3rd November, 2008.
However, in the case of the staff of the Subordinate Court, Government
have submitted an Affidavit filing Compliance Report as per order of the Supreme Court and indicating that the case of the staff of Subordinate Court in the State was under examination by Government and that the pay of such employees be regulated as per scales of pay prescribed by Government.
1.7. According to the data furnished by the Directorate of Economics & Statistics the total number of State Government employees as on 31st March, 2003, was 48258 and, on 31st March, 2006 was 50210, and, as per the data supplied by the Departments to this Commission, it was 59659 as on 31.3.2008. Category-wise breakup of number of employees is as follows:
Data received by the Commission from different Departments.
Census report as on 31st March, 2006
Increase
Group ‘A’ 3631 2626 1005 Group ‘B’ 3946 2943 1003 Group ‘C’ 42294 34016 8278 Group ‘D’ 9788 10625 - 837 Total 59659 50210 9449
1.8. The Commission convened its first meeting on 28th November, 2007. A Questionnaire, with 79 questions covering the mandate of the Commission, was drawn up and circulated vide Commission’s letter No.MPC(4)-1/2007/2 dated 16th October, 2007 for eliciting the views/comments and suggestions of the various Administrative Departments, Heads of Departments, District and Subordinate Offices of the Government, Service Associations, Unions, Institutions, Organizations, interested individuals and prominent citizens, including Members of Parliament, State Assembly and District Councils. Memoranda were also invited from all Administrative Heads, all Heads of Departments, Service Associations, Unions, Institutions, Organizations and
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interested individuals within 17th December, 2007. The Meghalaya State Portal website was made available for uploading answers; also, replies to the Questionnaire were invited to be sent latest by 15th January, 2008 by email or by post or in soft (CD) copies. The Questionnaire is given at Appendix D. 1.8.1. On the request of the Commission the Chief Secretary to the Government of Meghalaya had issued a direction to all the Departments of the Government to furnish all information required by the Commission within the time frame. 1.9. The Meghalaya State Government Employees’ Federation and some Service Associations sought for extension of time for submission of memoranda and replies to the Questionnaire in view of the ensuing General Elections to the State Legislative Assembly. The last date for submission of the memoranda and replies to the Questionnaire was extended thrice, that is, to 29th February, 2008, 13th March and 31st March, 2008. Nevertheless, replies received after the due date were also considered by the Commission. 1.10. The Commission received 116 number of replies to the Questionnaire and 98 memoranda, mostly from Heads of Departments, Service Associations and individual Government employees and adopted the following working procedure:
(a) Replies to the Questionnaire and memoranda received were tabulated/ compiled and examined by the Commission and a schedule of interviews with representatives of the Service Associations, Unions, individual employees and interaction session with the Heads of Departments, Heads of Administrative Departments, high officials of the Government was fixed. The interviews and interaction sessions were held from 9th June, 2008 to 24th November, 2008 and altogether 117 sessions were held during that span of time.
(b) The Commission, vide its no. MPC(4)-1/2007/114 dated 6th February, 2008, constituted a Group of Members for the purpose of examining the existing scheme of Risk Allowance and to comprehensively review the list of beneficiaries including the categories of employees coming under its coverage and the quantum thereof in the light of the principles enunciated by the Central Pay Commission, which is acceptable to the Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission. The Group of Members was required to submit its findings to the Commission in three months from the date it was constituted. Information on the following aspects were called from the Departments concerned:-
(i) Total expenditure incurred on Risk Allowance during the year 2006 – 2007.
(ii) Number of incidents/cases of employees actually exposed to work-related risks or hazards during the year 2004 – 2005, 2005 – 2006 and 2006 –2007.
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After an in-depth examination of the information/materials submitted by the Departments concerned, the Group of Members conducted hearings/ interviews to discuss matters arising therefrom. The following Heads of Departments/Heads of District establishments/offices attended the hearings/interviews held during the month of August, 2008:-
(i) Director of Health Services (Research).
(ii) Director of Health Services (Medical Institutions)
(iii) Director of Health Services (MCH & FW)
(iv) Joint Director of Health Services and Surgeon Superintendent,
Civil Hospital, Shillong.
(v) Superintendent, Reid Chest Hospital, Shillong.
(vi) Director of Printing & Stationery.
(vii) Director General of Police.
(viii) Inspector General of Prisons.
(ix) Director of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary.
(x) Directorate of Mineral Resources.
1.10.1. The Report submitted by the Group of Members was examined by the Commission and has been incorporated in the main report.
1.11. With a view to have a closer examination of the service conditions and the functions of the District and Subordinate Offices in and outside the States the Commission visited all the District Headquarters as well as the offices of the Meghalaya Houses at Kolkata and New Delhi during the months of July, August and September. In the course of such visits, the Commission met the Deputy Commissioners, the Superintendents of Police, Heads of District Offices, officials of the Meghalaya Houses and other officials and representatives of various Service Associations and accepted additional memoranda submitted by individuals and the district units of the Service Associations. The main issues they presented before the Commission were:-
(a) Lack of infrastructure and government residential accommodation for the officers and staff serving at the Districts and Sub-Divisional headquarters.
(b) Enhancement of compensatory allowances such as House Rent
Allowance, Medical Allowance, Hill Allowance, Winter Allowance, etc. as the present rates were inadequate.
(c) Lack of promotional avenues had caused extreme stagnation in service
and had led to general frustration of the employees. Thus, the scope and
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prospect of promotion be time-bound and delinked from availability of vacancies. Senior Scale/Senior Grade may be considered in such a situation.
(d) Annual increment be determined as a percentage and a minimum rate of
3% of the basic pay be considered.
(e) Consideration of special pay for those employees who are performing extra duties and bearing higher responsibilities.
(f) Grant of Risk Allowance to employees who are exposed to risk and
hazard to their health in the discharge of their duties.
(g) To suitably revise the rate of Children’s Education and Festival Advances. Grant of Children Educational Allowance in the pattern of the Central Government may be considered.
(h) Grant of City Compensatory Allowance to employees posted in the State
Headquarters and Rural Allowance to those serving in rural areas.
(i) The age of superannuation may be considered and raised to 60 years.
(j) The facility of Leave Travel Concession for visit to any place in India may be considered and the present ban imposed by Government be lifted.
(k) Lack of Service Rules, particularly in the case of the subordinate
categories of employees, had adversely affected the smooth and proper regulation of their service matters.
1.12. After detailed examination of the replies to the Questionnaire, Memoranda and information collected from various Departments, the Commission fixed the schedule of interviews wherein all those who had submitted replies to the Questionnaire and Memoranda could be given the opportunity to appear and tender oral submissions before the Commission. 1.12.1. The interviews/hearings of the Service Associations, Unions and individual employees were conducted during the period from 9th June, 2008 to 13th June, 2008, from 23rd June, 2008 to 26th June, 2008 and continued till September, 2008. The Commission interviewed/heard altogether 63 Service Associations/Unions and 60 individual/group of individual Government employees during that period on the basis of the replies to the Questionnaire and the memoranda submitted by them. Appendix E gives the list of all Service Associations and Appendix F gives the lists of such individual/group of individual Government employees. Consequent upon the discussions had during such interviews/hearings, the Associations/Unions were allowed to submit additional or supplementary memoranda wherever required.
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1.13. For the purpose of laying a groundwork for meaningful interaction sessions with the Administrative Heads and Heads of Departments, all Government Departments/Directorates were directed to submit information on the following:-
(a) Write-up on Administrative Departments/Directorates; (b) Information/particulars showing the designations and relevant details in
respect of the services/cadres/posts under their establishment;
(c) A Chart showing the organizational structure of the Department/ Organization;
(d) Service Rules of the different services under their control, if available. If
not, the Draft Service Rules and/or the Executive Orders with separate detailed notes in regard to the methods of recruitment/promotion, with specific mention on the promotional structure and/or avenues of career advancements within the service/cadre provided for the purpose;
(e) Total number of Muster Roll/Casual Workers and monthly/daily
remuneration/wages with sanctioning order(s) and rules/regulations, if any, regulating the conditions of their employment;
(f) Total number of personnel under Work-charged Establishment, category-
wise and posts/grades with scale(s) of pay;
(g) Allowances, special pay and any other benefits extended to the Work-charged personnel;
(h) Rules/regulations governing the conditions of service of the
Work-charged personnel and provisions relating to retirement benefits, leave and encashment of unavailed earned leave.
1.13.1. In many cases the Departments were not able to submit the required information/materials within the time frame. After examination of the materials received from the Departments, the Commission fixed the schedule for the interaction sessions with the Heads of Departments. The inter-action with the Heads of Departments were held during the period from 26th to 29th August, 2008. The issues that came up during the interaction were thoroughly examined with reference to the information and materials furnished by the Departments concerned. Appendix G gives the list of Heads of Department and other officials who came to the interaction session with their respective Heads. 1.13.2. Review of the work that emerged from the inter-action sessions with the Heads of Departments, the Service Associations/Unions and individuals was undertaken and the data/materials already received were assessed by the Commission. A schedule was drawn up for the interaction sessions with the Chief Secretary, the Additional Chief
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Secretary, Principal Secretaries, Commissioners & Secretaries and Secretaries to the Government. The interaction session with them were held during the period from 16th September, 2008 to 3rd October, 2008. 1.14. Besides the sitting of the interviews/hearings of the Service Associations, Unions & group of individuals and interaction sessions with the Heads of Departments & Administrative Departments of the Government, the Commission had 17 sittings.
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Appendix A
GOVERNMENT OF MEGHALAYA FINANCE (PAY REVISION) DEPARTMENT
….. RESOLUTION
Dated Shillong, the 20th September, 2007.
No.F(PR)-21/2007/33 - The Government of Meghalaya have decided to set up the “Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission” with effect from 20th September, 2007, with Shri K.K.Sinha, IAS (Retired) as its Chairman. 2. The terms of reference of the Commission shall be as follows :-
(i) To examine the existing structure of emoluments and conditions of service of different categories of Government employees and recommend changes/revision that which may be feasible and desirable, keeping in regard the inter-service relationships, the resources of the State and other relevant factors.
(ii) To recommend a comprehensive pay package that would be suitably
linked to promoting efficiency, productivity and economy through rationalization of structures, organization and systems within the Government, by taking into account the existing amenities and facilities admissible to State Government employees such as Dearness Allowance, Medical Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Hill Allowance, Travelling Allowance, Winter Allowance, Compensatory Allowances, Special Pay, etc.,
(iii) To examine the existing structure of pension, death-cum-retirement
gratuity, family pension and other terminal or recurring benefits and make recommendations relating thereto which may be feasible and desirable.
(iv) To examine the desirability and the need for consideration of relief of
interim character in case of increase in the cost of living during the deliberation of the Commission and to make recommendations as may be considered desirable and feasible.
(v) To make recommendations on each of the foregoing, having regard,
among other factors, to the prevailing pay structure and retirement benefits available under the Central Government and State Governments of the region in particular, and other State Governments in general, availability of the resources of the State Governments and the need for overall development in the State.
(vi) To examine such other relevant and incidental matters as may be referred to the Commission by the Government.
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3. The Pay Commission will frame its own procedures and may call for information/materials and take such evidence as may be considered necessary Departments/Offices of the Government will furnish such information/materials and render such other assistance as may be required by the Commission. The Government trust that Service Associations and others concerned will extend their fullest co-operation and assistance to the Commission.
4. The Commission shall submit their Report within one year from the date of issue of the Resolution. 5. Others members of the Commission will be notified in due course. ORDER:- Ordered that the Resolution be published in the Gazette of Meghalaya. Ordered also that copy of the Resolution be forwarded to all Departments of Government, All Heads of Departments, Deputy Commissioners and Sub-Divisional Officers (Civil), etc. Sd/- (B.K.Dev Varma),
Principal Secretary to the Govt. of Meghalaya, Finance Department. ****
Memo No.F(PR)-21/2007/33(A) Dated Shillong, the 20th September, 2007.
Copy to :-
1. Shri K.K.Sinha, IAS (Retired).
2. Director of Information & Public Relations, Meghalaya, Shillong.
3. Director of Printing & Stationery for publication in the Gazette and supply of 500 copies of the printed Resolution to Finance Department.
By orders etc.,
Sd/- (S.C.Momin),
Under Secretary to the Govt. of Meghalaya, Finance (Pay Revision) Department. *****
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Appendix B
GOVERNMENT OF MEGHALAYA FINANCE (PAY REVISION) DEPARTMENT
…………..
NOTIFICATION
Dated Shillong, the 14th November, 2007.
No.F(PR)-21/2007/39 - In pursuance of this Department’s Resolution No.F(PR)-21/2007/33, dated 20th September, 2007, the Governor of Meghalaya is pleased to appoint the following as Members of the Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission.
1. Shri B.Kharmalki, (Retd) Secretary, P.W.D. 2. Shri H.W.T.Syiem, I.A.S., (Retd) 3. Shri I.K.Sangma, (Retd) Additional Director, Education. Sd/- (B.K.Dev Varma),
Principal Secretary, Finance Department. ****
Memo No.F(PR)-21/2007/39(A) Dated Shillong, the 14th November, 2007.
Copy to :-
1. Shri K.K.Sinha, Chairman, Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission. 2. Shri A.Tewari, Secretary, Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission. 3. Shri D.B.Gurung, Officer on Special Duty, Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission. 4. Shri B.Kharmalki, (Retd) Secretary, P.W.D. 5. Shri H.W.T. Syiem, I.A.S. (Retd) 6. Shri I.K.Sangma, (Retd) Additional Director, Education 7. All Administrative Departments 8. All Heads of Departments 9. Director of Information & Public Relations 10. Director of Printing and Stationery for publication in the Gazette and supply of 500
copies to this Department. By orders etc., Sd/- (S.C.Momin),
Under Secretary to the Govt. of Meghalaya, Finance (Pay Revision) Department. ****
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GOVERNMENT OF MEGHALAYA ORDERS BY THE GOVERNOR
****
NOTIFICATION
Dated Shillong, the 4th October, 2007.
No.PER.04/2006/Pt-VII/15 – Shri Ajay Tewari, IAS, Secretary to the Govt. of
Meghalaya, Education Department shall also function as Secretary, Fourth Meghalaya
Pay Commission with immediate effect and until further orders.
Sd/- ( J.M. Blah),
Under secretary to the Govt. of Meghalaya, Personnel & A.R. (A) Department.
*****
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Appendix C GOVERNMENT OF MEGHALAYA
FINANCE (PAY REVISION) DEPARTMENT ****
NOTIFICATION
ORDERS BY THE GOVERNOR
Dated Shillong, the 16th September, 2008. No.F(PR)-21/2007/53 – In pursuance of this Department’s Resolution No.F(PR)-21/2007/33 dated 20th September, 2007, the Governor of Meghalaya is pleased to extend the term of the Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission for a further period up to the 31st December, 2008. Sd/- (B.K.Dev Varma),
Principal Secretary to the Govt. of Meghalaya, Finance Department. ****
Memo.No.F(PR)-21/2007/53-A Dated Shillong, the 16th September, 2008.
Copy to:- 1. P.S. to the Chief Minister for kind information of the Chief Minister. 2. P.S. to the Dy. Chief Minister (i/c Finance) for kind information of the Dy. Chief
Minister. 3. P.S to the Dy. Chief Minister (i/c Home) for kind information of the Dy. Chief
Minister. 4. P.Ss to all Ministers/Ministers of State for kind information of the
Ministers/Ministers of State. 5. P.Ss to all Parliamentary Secretaries. 6. P.S to the Chief Secretary for kind information of the Chief Secretary. 7. P.S. to the Addl. Chief Secretary. 8. P.S. to the Chairman, Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission. 9. The Secretary, Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission. 10. The Officer on Special Duty, Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission. 11. The Director of Information and Public Relations for favour of giving publicity in
local newspapers. 12. The Director of Printing & Stationery for favour of publication in the Meghalaya
Gazette and supply of 100 copies of the printed Notification to this Department. By order, etc., Sd/- (S.C.Momin),
Under Secretary to the Govt. of Meghalaya, Finance (Pay Revision) Department.
****
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Appendix D
FOURTH MEGHALAYA PAY COMMISSION QUESTIONNAIRE
1. GENERAL:
Pay, Pay Structure & Methodology for determination
1.1. What should be the principles of pay determination in broad terms keeping in view the resources, economic development, ratio of salaries, inter-service relationships, desirability, feasibility and comparability and any other relevant factors?
What should be the criteria for determining the pay structure?
1.2. Can you suggest any alternative system of pay structure?
1.3. Several attempts have been made in the past at rationalisation and
simplification of the structure of pay and allowances. Do you consider that there is need and scope for a further rationalisation and simplification of the pay structure? If so, please give your suggestions with supporting details.
1.4. What is your concept of minimum wage; what are the criteria to determine
the minimum wage? If it is to be need-based, what methodology would you suggest to assess the needs and quantify them in monetary terms? Do you consider that the minimum wage should be co-related to per capita income of the State and if so, in what manner? Give reasons and details.
1.5. The present starting Pay and DA of Group ‘D’ employees of the State
Government is around Rs.5,250.00 per month, comprising Basic Pay, Dearness Pay and Dearness Allowance. Do you consider that this is an adequate minimum wage? If not, give reasons and details.
1.6. Do you feel that there should be a reasonable ratio between the
minimum basic pay and the maximum basic pay available in the State and if so, why and what should be the optimum ratio?
1.7. Do you think that there is a significant difference between the pay
structure of the State with that of the North Eastern States or Central Government or other States? If so, please suggest to what extent parity should be brought about taking into account the financial capacity of the State Government.
1.8. Do you consider that the present parities in the pay scales of comparable
services/cadres/posts in State Government are reasonable? Comparison may be made with reference to nature of duties and responsibilities or
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prescribed minimum qualification or a combination of both. If in your view, there are any anomalies or disparities that need rectification, please give details of such anomalies or disparities with suggestions for rectification.
1.9. Do you consider that the horizontal and vertical relativities of various
scales of pay that exist at present are rational? If no, please spell out what according to you should be a more rational pay structure?
1.10. Have you any comments to make on the horizontal relativities between
technical and non-technical staff?
1.11. What can be the reasonable size of the span of a time scale? Do you consider that the maximum and minimum of scales should be in a fixed proportion?
1.12. In your view what should be the minimum increment and what should be
the relation between increments within the scales and of two scales?
1.13. “Extended scales of pay” have been created to reduce the impact of stagnation. Are the measures adequate or are any further changes necessary?
1.14. An assessment of the financial resources available to the State
Government for meeting the commitment on account of a further revision of scales of pay and allowances has to be made with due regard to the economic condition of the State, the resource potential and the demands for plan and non-plan expenditure. Please give your studied views on the above matter with particular reference to the followings:-
(a) What method would you suggest for assessing the capacity of the
State Government?
(b) Should there be any relation or ratio between the expenditure on total emoluments and the total revenues?
(c) Would further increase in the salary bill not cut into the resources available for planned development? Is it desirable, if so, to what extent?
(d) Would you advocate further resource mobilisation by way of taxation or otherwise to meet the additional commitment on salary bill? If so, please spell out the measures that may be adopted.
(e) What is your assessment of the scope for effecting economy in Government expenditure? Can you suggest detailed proposals in this regard including introduction of contract/part-time employment and modern technological processes/equipment?
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1.15. While constructing the new scales of pay, should the existing Dearness
Pay and Dearness Allowance or any portion thereof be merged with pay at a later stage as is being done at present ? Please substantiate your views with justifiable reasons. Is it not a case of over- neutralisation of inflation?
2. Fitment formulation on Revision of Pay :
2.1. How should pay in the revised scale be fixed? Should there be point-to -point fixation? Please suggest an equitable fitment formula and also give concrete suggestions indicating the methodology and/or the principle through which senior employees are not placed at a disadvantage.
2.2. Do you think that the grant of advance increment(s) on account of
weightage for the past service as done in the earlier revisions has adequately protected the interest of senior employees? Should the same system not be followed this time also? If not, please give suggestions and justifications thereon.
2.3. Is there any need to revise the pay scales especially when 100%
neutralisation (actually over-neutralisation) for inflation exist in the form of Dearness Allowance?
2.4. What should, in your reasoned view, be the date from which the revised
pay scales and all other recommendations of the Commission be given effect to?
3. Dearness Allowance :
3.1. The State Government now follows the pattern of Dearness Allowance as
followed by the Central Government. Does this require any modification?
3.2. Do you consider that a periodic merger of Dearness Allowance with the pay either wholly or in part would be a better solution to the existing system? Or, what measures would you suggest to ensure to protect the real income of salaried employees from inflation?
4. Compensatory and Special Allowances:
4.1. What modifications and improvements would you suggest in existing
terms and conditions including the rates/quantum in regard to different Compensatory Allowances available to the State Government employees? Please give your views with adequate justification.
4.2. Does the present system of House Rent Allowance take into account fully
the rental position in various parts of the State? What changes would you consider necessary for the improvement of the existing system?
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4.3. Does the existing system of Rural Allowance requires any modification?
4.4. In your view, is the present system of Medical Allowance and medical
care adequate? What are your suggestions for improving the system? Please give detailed suggestions.
4.5. Do you think Hill Allowance should continue? Pleas give your
considered reasons.
4.6. Do you consider that any special facilities be granted for education of the children of the Government employees? If so, please specify.
4.7. In the case of the children of employees who die in harness, would you
consider any special facility or grant?
4.8. Do you consider that the existing system and the rules on charging of license fee from the employees for the accommodation allotted by the Government is reasonable? If not, have you any suggestions how the system can be improved upon?
4.9. Do the existing provisions of the Meghalaya Travelling Allowance
Rules, 1985 require modifications and/or revision? If so, kindly identify the relevant rules and suggest measures for improvements.
4.10. There is a view that Government should accept responsibility for
transportation of their employees between their place of residence and work due to dearth of government accommodation, of houses on rent and/or higher rate of house rent which induces employees to commute from far off places to their place of work. If so, give your concrete suggestions.
4.11. Government has partially suspended the Leave Travel Concession
Scheme. There has also been view that the Scheme has been grossly abused. Please give your suggestions. Or do you suggest any modification and favour a lumpsum grant in lieu to avoid abuse of the facility?
5. Pension and Retirement benefits:
5.1. What are your views on the range of retirement benefits of the
Government employees including family pension? In your view, what are the areas where the existing rules concerning pension, family pension and other retirement benefits, would call for changes for improvement? Please give your concrete suggestions justifying the same.
5.2. Should a Government Pensioner get facilities/allowances in addition to
the pension? Please give detailed proposal/views with justification.
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5.3. At present pension is based on the six months’ average pay including
Dearness Pay, Personal Pay and Special and Technical Pay, drawn immediately before retirement. Should pension, like family pension, be reckoned on last pay of the employees? Please offer your concrete views.
5.4. Should the existing ceilings on pension, family pension, death-cum-
retirement gratuity continue? What improvements would you suggest?
5.5. The commuted value of pension is now restored after 15 years. Should the restoration period be suitably reduced/enhanced? If so, please give concrete justification. Kindly also give your views in regard to change in the percentage of the pension that is commuted.
6. Conditions of service, facilities and amenities:
6.1. Does the existing system of Special Pay disturb internal relativities and
lead to discrimination? What are your views to improve the system?
6.2. What is your view on the extension of additional financial benefit for candidates having higher and specialized qualifications than the prescribed minimum? If so, what forms, say advance increment(s) or any other form which you consider proper, should these be considered? Please give your suggestions, if any.
6.3. Presently the posts in the State Government are classified into four
Groups, i.e., ‘A’, ‘B’, 'C' and ‘D’, with reference to their pay scales. Would you suggest any changes in the above classification? If so, your views please.
6.4. Should the differentials in the scales of pay in respect of the ministerial
categories of employees in the Secretariat, Heads of Departments and those working in the District/Sub-Divisional and subordinate Offices be continued? Please give your concrete suggestions.
6.5. Have you any views on the payment of honorarium and/or the overtime
Allowance? Please give your views suggesting alternative methods, if any.
6.6. Kindly give your views on long term and short term loans and advances,
such as, House Building Advance, House Repairing Advance, Motor Car Advance, Purchase of Conveyances, Children Education Advance.
6.7. Should the age of superannuation be changed and modified? Please
give your specific views.
6.8. What incentives would you suggest to improve the professional competence and skills of Government employees?
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6.9. Kindly suggest measures how the effectiveness of Government can be
developed such as by introduction of computerisation and modern and advanced methods of office management including pre-service and in-service trainings.
6.10. Should promotion be assured at all levels in the State Government
Departments and Offices? If so, to what extent? Also, should promotion be time-bound and totally delinked from availability of sanctioned posts?
6.11. In addition to assessment through A.C.R., promotion should also be
linked with successful completion of departmental training and passing the prescribed examination. Kindly offer your specific views and also suggest measures thereto.
6.12. Have you any views on the system of “Efficiency Bar”? Please give your views.
6.13. Does the present conditions of service for women employees require
any change? Kindly give your views and suggestions, if any.
6.14. Are there any grievances, disparities or inequities regarding pay and allowances and allied matters including conditions of service which in your opinion have so far gone unnoticed or unredressed? If so, please give details with suggestions for redressing or rectifying the same.
7. Modernisation and e-governance
7.1. Please suggest the manner in which the functioning of the State Government organizations can be improved to make them more economic, professional, citizen-friendly and delivery oriented?
7.2. Do you think that the introduction of e-governance in the state has been
effective enough to meet people’s expectations? If not, please suggest measures to further expand it.
7.3. Please give definite proposals, which could lead to -
(i) Role redefinition, Retraining, Redeployment and Right-sizing of staff, (ii) Paperless or less-paper office, (iii) Improved work culture and office environment, (iv) Professionalism in services, (v) Reduction in litigation on service matters, (vi) Efficient service-delivery by government agencies to their users.
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8. Rationalisation of structure, organisation and systems
8.1. Is performance-linked pay package an answer to the plaguing question of how to improve efficiency and productivity of the government employees?
8.2. Should the promotions/jump in pay-scale be also linked to the
performance in order to motivate the employees? Please suggest a yardstick for measuring performance and also a simple system of rewards and punishments.
8.3. Will it be a good idea to think of outsourcing/privatising some of the
government functions? What will be the advantages and also the repercussions?
9. Performance Appraisal
9.1. Do you think that the present system of recording of ACRs is adequate and effective in performance appraisal of the employees? Could you suggest any improvement?
9.2. Should the present system of Annual Confidential Report (ACR) be
replaced by a more inclusive and encompassing Personal Appraisal Report (PAR) which can be used for identification of career enhancement needs? And if so, from which level of government employees?
9.3. Should the ACR/PAR be an open document? And why?
9.4. Should the appraisal be done for entire team instead of that for individuals only?
10. Human Resource Development (HRD) and Training
10.1. What steps should be taken for HRD in the government departments for improving efficiency and general standard of governance?
11. Holidays and working hours
11.1. What are your views on 5-day week in government offices? Please also state your views about the number of Gazetted and other holidays.
11.2. In your opinion what is the state of work ethics and punctuality in the
government offices? Give suggestions for improvement if any?
11.3. Should the official working hours be changed from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m to make it more convenient to public and employees both, leading to work efficiency and possibly saving of electricity expenditure.
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12 . New Concepts
12.1. What are your views on the introduction of new concepts of contractual appointment, part-time work, flexible job description, flexible time options, work from home, etc. in Government to change the working environment, create more jobs of fixed tenure and bring-in adequate flexibility to the working conditions of employees?
12.2. Whether the use of hi-tech gadgets like bio-metric entry of employees
along with flexi time options in selected cases will improve efficiency and punctuality?
12.3. Do you think that the government is not able to attract or retain the best
talent in specialized fields such as doctors, engineers and computer experts etc.? If so, what steps should be taken to make the services attractive for them?
12.4. In sequel to the above question, would the Government think in terms of
appointing competent professionals on contract for specified projects and time periods with a higher status and initial pay, advance increments, better service conditions, etc.?
12.5. Do you think that the lateral movement across the Government and non-
Government jobs shall lead to infusion of better ideas, higher efficiencies and competition? Please suggest as to in which areas this concept of lateral movement can be applied and up to what extent?
12.6. Do you agree to the idea that the Government should encourage and allow
its employees to shift to employment on contract in non-government sector for specified periods in return for a substantially higher remuneration package?
13. Residuary:
13.1. Do you have any comments on any other matters falling within the terms
of reference of the Commission but not covered by the present Questionnaire?
13.2. Are there any recommendation(s) of the previous Pay Commission which
has/have been accepted by the Government but has/have remained unimplemented. If so, kindly give full details thereof.
13.3. Do you have any comments which have a bearing on the efficacy and
effectiveness of the government machinery which have not been covered by the questionnaire?
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Appendix E
LISTS OF SERVICE ASSOCIATIONS WHO APPEARED BEFORE THE COMMISSION
1. Meghalaya State Government Employees Federation.
2. Meghalaya State Government Employees Federation, Jowai Unit.
3. Meghalaya Secretariat Service Association.
4. All Meghalaya Group ‘D’ Employees’ Association.
5. Meghalaya Government Drivers’ Welfare Association.
6. Meghalaya Heads of Departments Ministerial Employees’ Association.
7. Meghalaya Secretariat Service Typists’ Association.
8. Meghalaya Stenographers’ Service Association.
9. Meghalaya Soil & Water Conservation Technical Employees Service Association.
10. All Meghalaya Gram Sevaks/Sevikas’ Association.
11. Technical Employees’ Association, Directorate of Economics & Statistics.
12. Meghalaya Agriculture Engineering (Mech.) Subordinate Employees’ Association.
13. Meghalaya Survey Surveyor’ Service Association.
14. Deputy Commissioner Staff Welfare Association, East Khasi Hills.
15. Border Areas Development Officers’ Association.
16. Meghalaya Employment Officers’ Service Association.
17. Meghalaya A.H & Vety. Subordinate Technical Staff Association.
18. Meghalaya Agricultural Technical Government Employees’ Service Association.
19. Meghalaya Sericulture Technical Service Association.
20. Meghalaya Subordinate Treasury Accounts Service Association.
21. Meghalaya Subordinate Agri/Horticulture Technical Staff Association.
22. Meghalaya Fishery Officers’ Service Association.
23. Meghalaya Inspector of Weights & Measures Association.
24. Meghalaya Diploma Engineer Service Association.
25. All Meghalaya PWD Section Assistants Service Association.
26. Meghalaya Soil Conservation Rangers’ Association.
27. Meghalaya Soil & Water Conservation Field Staff Association.
28. Meghalaya Forest Rangers’ Service Association.
29. Meghalaya Non-Gazetted Forest Field Staff Association.
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30. Meghalaya Agril. Economic Service.
31. Meghalaya Forest Service Officers’ Association.
32. Meghalaya Social Welfare Service.
33. Meghalaya Co-Operative Officers’ Association.
34. Meghalaya College Principals Council.
35. Meghalaya College Teachers Association.
36. Meghalaya School Service Association.
37. Meghalaya Higher Secondary School Service Association.
38. Meghalaya Primary School Teachers Association.
39. Meghalaya School Inspecting Staff Association.
40. Meghalaya Medical Specialists Service Association.
41. Meghalaya Medical Service Association.
42. All Meghalaya Multipurpose Health Workers Association.
43. Meghalaya Government Nursing Service Association.
44. Trained Nurses Association of India.
45. Meghalaya Ayush Medical Service Association.
46. Meghalaya Medical Laboratory Technician Association.
47. Meghalaya Government Pharmacists Association.
48. Meghalaya Finance Service Association.
49. Meghalaya Accounts Service Association.
50. Meghalaya Audit Service Association.
51. Meghalaya Taxation Officers Association.
52. Meghalaya Veterinary Service Association.
53. Meghalaya Pensioners Association.
54. Meghalaya Civil Service Association.
55. All Meghalaya Supervisor & Assistant CDPOs Association.
56. All Meghalaya Sericulture Subordinate Technical Staff Association.
57. Greater Shillong Water Supply Mawphlang Staff Welfare Association.
58. All Garo Hills Medical & Para Medical Staff Association.
59. Garo Hills Malaria Field Staff Welfare Association.
60. All Garo Hills Sectional Assistant Association.
61. Government Branch Press Industrial Employees Association
62. Meghalaya Government College Teachers’ Association.
63. All Garo Hills Contingency Menial Association.
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Appendix F
INDIVIDUALS/GROUPS OF INDIVIDUALS WHO APPEARED BEFORE THE COMMISSION
1. Shri R.Tariang, Motor Vehicles Inspector, O/o Commissioner of Transport,
Meghalaya. 2. Shri B. Lakiang, Enforcement Inspector, O/o Commissioner of Transport,
Meghalaya. 3. Shri A. Blah, Store Keeper, Directorate of Higher and Technical Education,
Meghalaya. 4. Shri L. Nongrum, Ferro Printer, O/o the Director, Lottery, Meghalaya. 5. Shri R.D.West, Project Director, Science & Technology Cell, Planning Department,
Meghalaya. 6. Smti A. K. Laitflang, Library Assistant, State Central Library, Meghalaya. 7. Smti N. Massar, Library Assistant, State Central Library, Meghalaya. 8. Smti I. Lamin, Library Assistant, State Central Library, Meghalaya 9. Shri A. Pala, Mines Royalty Inspector, O/o Director, Mineral Resources, Meghalaya. 10. Shri H. Passah, Mines Royalty Inspector, O/o Director, Mineral Resources,
Meghalaya. 11. Shri A. A. Sangma, Mines Royalty Inspector, O/o Director, Mineral Resources,
Meghalaya. 12. Shri C.O. Dhar, Offset Section, Directorate of Printing & Stationery, Meghalaya. 13. Shri D. Sangma, Offset Section, Directorate of Printing & Stationery, Meghalaya. 14. Smti M. Rynjah, Desk Top Publishing (DTP) Section, Directorate of Printing &
Stationery, Meghalaya. 15. Shri L. Marak, Desk Top Publishing (DTP) Section, Directorate of Printing &
Stationery, Meghalaya. 16. Shri A.D.R Snaitang, Reading Branch, Directorate of Printing & Stationery,
Meghalaya. 17. Shri P. H. Lyngdoh, Reading Branch, Directorate of Printing & Stationery,
Meghalaya. 18. Smti A. M. Blah, Binding Section, Directorate of Printing & Stationery, Meghalaya. 19. Smti M. Marak, Binding Section, Directorate of Printing & Stationery, Meghalaya. 20. Shri P. Singh, Composing Section, Directorate of Printing & Stationery, Meghalaya. 21. Shri E. Marbaniang, Composing Section, Directorate of Printing & Stationery,
Meghalaya. 22. Shri L Momin, Plate Camera Section, Directorate of Printing & Stationery,
Meghalaya. 23. Shri T.H.S Darlong, Foreman, Directorate of Printing & Stationery, Meghalaya. 24. Shri H.K.S. Tynsiar, Foreman, Directorate of Printing & Stationery, Meghalaya. 25. Shri W. Pde, Foreman, Directorate of Printing & Stationery, Meghalaya. 26. Shri E.D.R. Tariang, Assistant Director, Directorate of Printing & Stationery,
Meghalaya. 27. Shri R.H. Hynniewta, Assistant Director, Directorate of Printing & Stationery,
Meghalaya. 28. Shri M. S.N. Kharshiing, Directorate of Printing & Stationery, Meghalaya. 29. Shri M. Dhar, Directorate of Printing & Stationery, Meghalaya. 30. Shri B. Lyngdoh, Assistant Teacher, Government Secondary School, Meghalaya.
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31. Shri R. Dhar, Assistant Teacher, Government Secondary School, Meghalaya. 32. Shri S.B. Blah, Assistant Teacher, Government Secondary School, Meghalaya. 33. Smti I. D. Blah, District Science Supervisor, Directorate of Higher & Technical
Education, Meghalaya. 34. Shri R. D. Shira, District Science Supervisor, Directorate of Higher & Technical
Education, Meghalaya. 35. Shri V. Kharbangar, District Science Supervisor, Directorate of Higher & Technical
Education, Meghalaya. 36. Smti C. A. Sangma, District Science Supervisor, Directorate of Higher & Technical
Education, Meghalaya. 37. Shri J. R. Marak, District Science Supervisor, Directorate of Higher & Technical
Education, Meghalaya. 38. Shri T. R. Marak, Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs, Meghalaya. 39. Shri C.W. Dunai, Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs, Meghalaya. 40. Shri H. Shangpliang, Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs, Meghalaya. 41. Shri S. N. Sangma, Food Inspector, Directorate of Health Services (MI), Meghalaya. 42. Shri O. D. Sangma, Food Inspector, Directorate of Health Services (MI), Meghalaya.. 43. Smti D.B.S. Mukhim, Food Inspector, Directorate of Health Services (MI),
Meghalaya. 44. Shri D. Swer, Assistant Drugs Controller, Directorate of Health Services (MI),
Meghalaya. 45. Shri B. Kharsyntiew, Drugs Inspector, Directorate of Health Services (MI),
Meghalaya. 46. Shri A. Laloo, Senior Drugs Inspector, Directorate of Health Services (MI),
Meghalaya. 47. Shri C. R. Khonglam, Junior Prosthetic-cum-Orthotic Technician, Directorate of
Health Services (MI), Meghalaya. 48. Shri R. L.Nongkynrih, Artist, Directorate of Health Services (MI), Meghalaya. 49. Shri G. B. Rana, Cook, Raj Bhavan, Meghalaya. 50. Shri H.S. Suting, Watch & Ward Staff, Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, Meghalaya.51. Shri K. Mawroh, Watch & Ward Staff, Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, Meghalaya.52. Shri K. Manai, Watch & Ward Staff, Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, Meghalaya. 53. Shri P.P. Kharbuli, Environmental Planning Officer, O/o Principal Chief Conservator
of Forests, Meghalaya. 54. Smti E. Rumnong, Deputy Librarian, Directorate of Arts & Culture, Meghalaya. 55. Smti M. Syngkon, Deputy Librarian, Directorate of Arts & Culture, Meghalaya. 56. Smti R.Sahkhar, Research Assistant, O/o Chief Engineer, PWD(Roads), Meghalaya. 57. Smti P.Rani, Estate Assistant, GAD, Meghalaya. 58. Shri S. Talukdar, Comptroller of Household, Raj Bhavan, Meghalaya. 59. Shri J. Basaiawmoit, Plumber, MIMHANS, Meghalaya. 60. Shri W.L.Buam, Systems Engineer, State Computer Cell, Programme Implementation
Deptt., Meghalaya.
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Appendix G
DIRECTORS/COMMISSIONERS/OTHER GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS INTERVIEWED WITH THEIR RESPECTIVE HEADS
OR INDEPENDENTLY, BY THE COMMISSION.
1. Shri B.Sohmat, Director of Agriculture, Meghalaya. 2. Dr.C.O. Rangad, Director of Horticulture, Meghalaya. 3. Shri P.S.Lyngdoh, Chief Engineer, Irrigation, Meghalaya. 4 Dr. D.Khonglah Director of A.H. & Veterinary, Meghalaya. 5. Shri F.Kharlyngdoh, Director of Community & Rural Development, Meghalaya. 6. Shri S.Nongsiej, Director of Border Areas Development, Meghalaya. 7. Shri V.K.Nautiyal, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Meghalaya. 8. Shri K.C.Momin, Director of Soil & Water Conservation, Meghalaya. 9. Shri T.Dkhar, Director of Tourism, Meghalaya. 10. Shri W.Khyllep, Director of Higher & Technical Education, Meghalaya. 11. P.S.Dkhar, Director of Information & Public Relations, Meghalaya. 12. Shri R.S.Lyngdoh, Director of Printing & Stationery, Meghalaya. 13. Dr(Ms.)A.Khonglam, Director of Sericulture & Weaving, Meghalaya. 14. Smti D.Syiem, Director of Arts & Culture, Meghalaya. 15. Shri C.C.M. Mihsill, Director of Social Welfare, Meghalaya. 16. Dr. K.H.Lakiang, Director of Health Services (MI), Meghalaya. 17. Dr. A.K.Roy, Director of Health Services (MCH), Meghalaya. 18. Dr(Mrs.) S.M.Garod, Director of Health Services (Research), Meghalaya. 19. Shri K. Lartang, Director of Employment & Craftsmen Training, Meghalaya. 20. Shri H.B.Marak, Director of Housing, Meghalaya. 21. Shri P.S.G.Lyngdoh, Chief Engineer, PWD (Roads), Meghalaya. 22. Shri T.C.Abraham Chief Engineer, PHE, Meghalaya. 23. Shri H.M.Shangpliang, Commissioner of Transport, Meghalaya. 24. Smti L.Kharkongor, Commissioner of Taxes, Meghalaya. 25. Shri K.S.Momin, Director of Accounts & Treasuries, Meghalaya. 26. Shri M.A.S Thangkhiew, Director of Small Savings, Meghalaya. 27. Smti R.Lyngdoh, Director of Meghalaya State Lottery, Meghalaya. 28. Shri D. Marbaniang, Director of Economics & Statistics, Meghalaya. 29. Shri Ajay Tewari, Director of Programme Implementation & Evaluation,
Meghalaya. 30. Shri W.R.Marbaniang, Director General of Civil Defence & Home Guards,
Meghalaya. 31. Brig W.J.B. Sturgeon, Secretary, Rajya Sainik Board, Meghalaya. 32. Shri S.Chakraborty, Examiner of Local Accounts, Meghalaya. 33. Shri A.Saio, Commandant, Home Guards & Civil defence, Shillong 34. Shri N.D. Sangma, Commandant of Civil Task Force, Meghalaya. 35. Smti R.C.Sohkhlet, Joint Director of Community & Rural Development,
Meghalaya 36. Shri L.R.Marak, Joint Registrar of Cooperative Societies, Meghalaya. 37. Shri R.R.B.R.Thabah, Joint Director of Soil & Water Conservation, Meghalaya.
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38. Shri W.Lyngdoh, Joint Director of Higher & Technical Education, Meghalaya. 39. Shri R.R.Bang, Joint Director of Sericulture & Weaving, Meghalaya. 40. Smti E.Jala, Joint Director of Sericulture of Weaving, Meghalaya. 41. Shri T.S.Sangma, Joint Director of Surveys, Meghalaya. 42. Shri D.K.Bhattacharya, Joint Director of Mining & Geology, Meghalaya. 43. Shri H.Mawrie, Joint Director of Employment, Meghalaya. 44. Shri A.Syiem, Additional Director of Soil & Water Conservation, Meghalaya. 45. Shri P.Karmakar Additional Director of Higher & Technical Education,
Meghalaya. 46. Shri S.S.G.Lyngdoh, Additional Director of Surveys, Meghalaya. 47. Shri K.War, Additional Chief Engineer, PHE(Zone III), Meghalaya. 48. Shri L.M. Sangma, Additional Secretary, Law Department, Meghalaya. 49. Shri S.Lyngdoh, Deputy Director of Programme Implementation & Evaluation 50. Shri J.E.Massar, Deputy Director of Community & Rural Development,
Meghalaya. 51. Dr. E.Bareh. Deputy Director of A.H. & Veterinary, Meghalaya. 52. Dr. J.S.Jyrwa, Deputy Director of A.H. & Veterinary, Meghalaya. 53. Shri G.M.Lamar, Deputy Commissioner of Excise, Meghalaya. 54. Shri Garod L.S.N.Dykes, Deputy Director of Training, Meghalaya. 55. Shri G.Lyngdoh, Deputy Director of Industries, Meghalaya. 56. Shri M.Phanbuh, Deputy Chief Engineer, PWD (Roads), Meghalaya. 57. Shri S.S.Mawlong, Deputy Director of Economics & Statistics, Meghalaya. 58. Shri P.A.Sawian, Deputy Director of Accounts & Treasuries, Meghalaya. 59. Shri J.Syiem, Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies, Meghalaya. 60. Shri Noverfield Marak, Assistant Commissioner of Transport, Meghalaya. 61. Smti E.Basaiawmoit, Assistant Director of Social Welfare, Meghalaya. 62. Shri B.N.Marak, Assistant Commissioner of Excise, Meghalaya. 63. Shri P.R.Marwein, Executive Engineer, PWD (Roads), Meghalaya. 64. Shri A.F.Syiem, Planning Officer, Directorate of Fisheries, Meghalaya. 65. Shri T.S.Rumnong, Fishery Information Officer, Meghalaya. 66. Shri C.S.Dkhar, Officer on Special Duty, Directorate of Border Areas
Development, Meghalaya. 67. Smti E.Wahlang, Finance Accounts Officer, O/o the Commissioner of Taxes and
O/o the Commissioner of Excise, Meghalaya. 68. Shri B.Sengupta, Sub-Registrar of Cooperative Societies, Meghalaya. 69. Smti B.Kharshiing, Accounts Officer, Directorate of Industries, Meghalaya. 70. Shri P.Rynjah, District Transport Officer, Shillong. 71. Shri S.Suting, Senior Staff Officer, Directorate of Civil Defence & Home Guards,
Meghalaya. 72. Shri S.S.Kynjing, Additional Inspector General of Police(Admn), Meghalaya. 73. Shri L.Syiem, Sub-Divisional Police Officer(Amlarem), Meghalaya.
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CHAPTER – II
Historical Background: 2.0. The State of Meghalaya was carved out of Assam and was created on 21st January, 1972. Though the Geo – political split with Assam was clinical, the administrative disconnection was not, and therefore, it was found most expedient to accept in toto the orders of the Assam Pay Commission, 1973. 2.1. The Government of Meghalaya on the 27th of July, 1978 constituted the First Meghalaya Pay Commission with effect from 1st August, 1978, with the following as members: Chairman - 1. Dr. R.S.Lyngdoh Members - 2. Prof. S.Sarangapani, Professor Emeritus, Department of Economics. Guahati University.
3. Shri D.S.Khongdup, IAS (Retd), Secretary, Meghalaya Legislative Assembly. 4. Shri A.G.Momin, Lecturer in Economics, Tura Government College.
Member - 5. Shri N.N.Mookerjee, IAS, Secretary to the Government of Meghalaya, Finance Department.
2.2. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission recommended reduction in the number of Primary and Secondary scales from 17each to 14 each by merging a few scales without disturbing vertical relativities. In addition to “stagnation increments” it recommended rates of dearness allowance for every 8 points increase in the Index average linked to the All India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers. Their recommendations came into effect from 1st January, 1979. 2.3. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission was constituted vide Resolution No.F(PR)-17/85/26 dated 9th October, 1986 with the following members:
Chairman - 1. Shri R.T.Rymbai, IAS (Retd).
2. Dr. A.M.Goon, Head of the Centre of Applied Statistics, North Eastern Hill University, Shillong.
3. Shri F.Kharkongor, Chief Engineer, PWD (Retd).
4. Dr. Pimsonath S.Momin.
5. Shri K.K.Sinha, IAS, Special Secretary, Finance.
Secretary - 6. Shri J.M.Mauskar, IAS
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2.4. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission recommended replacement of primary and secondary scales by a single system of overlapping scales; it retained the ratio of 1:2 between the lowest and the highest increment in the scale and also the Efficiency Bar but reduced the number of scales from 34 to 24; they tackled the problem of stagnation by recommending extended scale of pay for 12 lower pay scales for government employees who had served 15 years of “continuous and satisfactory service in the same post”. In addition, it also recommended stagnation increment to employees stagnating at the maximum of the scale for 2 years instead of 3 years. The minima : maxima ratio was brought down from 1:8.33 to 1:7.8 (pre tax) and principles for grant of dearness allowance were as follows:
(a) DA was linked to All India Average Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (1960 - Base Year);
(b) DA was to be paid for increase above the 12th Monthly index average of 661 points, payable six monthly in January and July each year;
(c) The rate of recommended compensation was:
(i) 100% for employees drawing pay upto Rs.3500.00; (ii) 75% for employees drawing pay upto Rs.3501 - 4500; (iii) 65% for employees drawing pay upto Rs.4500 and above.
2.5. All the above stipulations and the pay scale structure recommended by the Second Pay Commission were accepted in toto by the Government with effect from 1.1.1987. (See Appendix 2.0). 2.6. The Government of Meghalaya constituted the Third Meghalaya Pay Commission vide their resolution No.F(PR)-3/94/18 dated the 4th April, 1995 composed of the following members:
Chairman - 1. Shri J.M.Phira, IAS (Retd). Members - 2. Shri R.Dutta, IAS, Principal Secretary, Finance Department. 3. Shri Stetnel Roy Shylla, IA & AS (Retd). 4. Shri B.Kharmalki (Retd) Special Secretary, PWD Department and Ex-Member MPSC.
5. Shri T.Budkma, IAS (Retd)
6. Shri H.G.Momin (Retd) Director, Soil Conservation.
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2.7. The Commission was required to submit the report within one year of the date of issue of the Notification, that is, within 4th April, 1996, but the term had to be extended upto 31st March, 1997, during which period Interim Relief was granted in two installments with effect from 10th October, 1995 and 1st April, 1996 respectively. 2.8. The Third Pay Commission did not find any rationale in changing the existing number of 24 scales and deemed it fit to have 1:7 as the minima : maxima ratio, that is Rs.2000 - 14000. After the spadework had been done and just before the Commission could submit the report the recommendations of the 5th Central Pay Commission were announced on 30th January, 1997, recommending a minima of Rs.2440.00, which led the 3rd MPC to revise the minima to the same figure of Rs.2440.00, to remain in tune with the recommendation of the 5th CPC. The final minima : maxima ratio, as accepted by the Government of Meghalaya was Rs.2440 - 17000 or, 1:6.97 (pre-tax). See Appendix 2.1. 2.9. The absence of Service Rules in many departments was noted earlier by the 2nd MPC and the 3rd MPC found that the situation had, more or less, remained unchanged and made serious note of it as it found that the absence of service rules was the root cause of frustration and demoralization among the staff as it opened loopholes for ad hoc arrangements/delayed action/inaction, generating confusion, inefficiency, irresponsibility and, urged the Government to take expeditious steps to finalise and notify them at the earliest. But, the situation, more or less, remains the same till now, though some departments have worked on it inconclusively.
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Annexure 2.0
THE FIRST SCHEDULE
Revised Scales for posts carrying present scales
Sl. No.
Present Scale Revised Scale Extended Scale
1 2 3 4
1. 300-5-330-6-390-7-425
820-10-870-EB-15-975-20-
1175
1000-22-1176-27-
1365
2. 325-7-360-EB-8-400-EB-10-500
900-15-975-EB-20-1115-25-1375
1100-27-1235-30-1535
3. 350-10-400-EB-11-510-EB-13-575
975-20-1075-EB-25-1250-30-1550
1200-30-1440-35-1685
4. 375-12-435-EB-13-500-EB-16-650
1050-25-1175-EB-30-1385-35-1735
1300-35-1580-40-1860
5. 400-14-470-EB-15-620-EB-16-700
1200-30-1350-EB-35-1595-40-1995
1500-40-1820-45-2135
6. 425-15-500-EB-16-660-EB-18-750
1300-35-1475-EB-40-1755-45-2205
1650-45-2010-50-2360
7. 450-17-535-EB-18-625-EB-20-825 500-15-575-EB-20-775-
1375-40-1575-EB-45-
1890-50-2390
1700-50-2050-55-
2490
8. 475-18-565-EB-22-675-EB-25-925
1450-40-1650-EB-45-1965-55-2515
1750-55-2135-60-2615
9. 500-19-595-EB-23-825-EB-25-950 525-20-625-EB-25-975 550-25-675-EB-30-975
1550-50-1800-EB-50-2150-60-2750
1950-60-2550-65-2875
10. 575-30-725-EB-30-1025 1675-50-1925-EB-55-2318-60-2910
2100-60-2520-65-3040
11. 525-20-625-EB-25-750-EB-30-1050
1700-50-1950-EB-60-2370-70-3070
2125-65-2545-75-3170
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12.
575-25-700-EB-30-850-EB-35-1200
600-25-725-EB-30-875-EB-35-
1225
700-35-875-EB-35-1225
1750-55-2025-EB-65-2480-75-3230
2200-75-2800-85-3395
13. 625-30-775-EB-35-950-EB-40-1350
800-35-940-EB-40-1300
1800-70-2150-EB-80-2550-90-3000-100-3600
14. 675-35-850-EB-40-1050-EB-40-1450
1875-75-2250-EB-80-2650-90-3100-EB-100-3700
15. 875-35-1015-EB-40-1375
900-40-1180-EB-45-1450
1900-75-2275-EB-85-2700-100-3300-EB-110-3850
16. 700-40-900-EB-40-1100-EB-45-1550
1975-80-2375-EB-90-2825-100-3425-EB-110-3975
17. 725-40-925-EB-45-1150-EB-50-1650
2000-100-2500-EB-110-3050-120-3650-EB-125-
4150
18. 825-55-1210-EB-60-1750 2300-115-2990-EB-120-3710-135-4385
19. 1000-55-1330-EB-60-1750 2600-120-3200-EB-130-3850-135-4575
20. 1200-60-1620-EB-70-1900 3000-120-3720-EB-130-4240-140-4800
21. 1400-65-1725-EB-75-2100 3500-125-4000-EB-135-4540-140-5100
22. 1600-75-1900-EB-80-2300 3900-150-4650-EB-150-5450
23. 1800-85-2140-EB-90-2500 4200-150-4950-EB-170-5800
24. ….. (Supertime Scale) 5800-200-6400
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Appendix 2.1 Revised scales for posts carrying present scales
Sl. No.
Post/ Grade
PRESENT SCALE REVISED SCALE Standard Scale(s) Extended
Scales (ES) Standard Scale(s) Extended
Scale (ES) 1 2 3 4 5 6
Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs.
1. S-1/ES-1 820-10-870-EB-15-975-20-1175
1000-22-1176-27-1365
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
2900-65-3875
2. S-2/ES-2 900-15-975-EB-20-1115-26-1375
1100-27-1235-30-1535
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
3250-75-4375
3. S-3/ES-3 975-20-1075-EB-25-1250-30-1550
1200-30-1440-35-1685
2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
3600-85-4875
4. S-4/ES-4 1050-25-1175-EB-30-1385-35-1735
1300-35-1580-40-1860
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
3900-95-5325
5. S-5/ES-5 1200-30-1350-EB-35-1595-40-1995
1500-40-1820-45-2135
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
4300-105-5875
6. S-6/ES-6 1300-35-1475-EB-40-1755-45-2205
1650-45-2010-50-2360
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
4650-115-6375
7. S-7/ES-7 1375-40-1575-EB-45-1890-50-2390
1700-50-2050-55-2490
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
4950-125-6825
8. S-8/ES-8 1450-40-1650-EB-45-1965-55-2515
1750-55-2135-60-2615
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
5400-135-7425
9. S-9/ES-9 1550-50-1800-EB-50-2150-60-2750
1950-60-2550-65-2875
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
5750-145-7925
10. S-10/ES-10 1675-50-1925-EB-55-2318-60-2910
2100-60-2520-65-3040
4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
6150-155-8475
11. S-11/ES-11 1700-50-1950-EB-60-2370-70-3070
2125-65-2645-75-3170
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
6500-165-8975
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12. S-12/ES-12 1750-55-2025-EB-65-2480-75-3230
2200-75-2800-85-3395
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
6775-175-9400
13. S-13 1800-70-2150-EB-80-2550-90-3000-EB-100-3600
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14. S-14 1875-75-2250-EB-80-2650-90-3100-EB-100-3700
5750-175-6800-EB-190-8320-200-10120
15. S-15 1900-75-2275-EB-85-2700-100-3300-EB-110-3850
5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
16. S-16 1975-80-2375-EB-90-2825-100-3425-EB-110-3975
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
17. S-17 2000-100-2500-EB-110-3050-120-3650-EB-125-4150
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
18. S-18 2300-115-2990-EB-120-3710-135-4385
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
19. S-19 2600-120-3200-EB-130-3850-135-4575
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20. S-20 3000-120-3720-EB-130-4240-140-4800
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
21. S-21 3500-125-4000-EB-135-4540-140-5100
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
22. S-22 3900-150-4650-EB-150-5450
10750-325-12700-350-14800
23. S-23 4200-150-4950-EB-170-5800
11750-375-13625-400-15625
24. S-24 5000-180-6080 13200-475-17000
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CHAPTER III
Economic Review and Financial Resources 3.0. The Terms of Reference of the Commission require that the recommendations be made taking cognizance of various factors like the economic condition in the State, need for fiscal prudence in the management of the economy, the resources of the State Government and projected plans for all round Human Development in the context of the National economy. 3.1. National Economy :
At the turn of the century in 1999-2000 the national economy started moving strongly towards an annual growth rate of 10%. The macroeconomic configurations progressed towards fiscal consolidation and strong balance of payments position. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) at factor cost at 1999-2000 constant prices increased from Rs.18.7 lakh crores in 2000-01 to Rs.28.6 lakh crores in 2006-2007, a 52.9 percent increase in seven years. The annual growth rate of GDP increased from 5.8 percent per annum in 2001-2002 to a level of 9.6 percent in 2006-2007.
3.1.2. The Index of Industrial Production increased approximately 2.7 times, from a level of 91.6 in 1990-91 to 247.1 in 2006-2007, while that of Agricultural Production with Base Year 1981-82, which stood at 166 in 2000-2001, increased modestly to 197.1 in 2006-2007. However, in recent years the fastest growing sector has been Services. Between 2002-2003 and 2006-2007, the Services sector is estimated to have contributed 68.6 percent of the overall growth in GDP with trade, transport, hotels and communication segments growing annually at double digits. The Balance of Payments position improved remarkably with exports increasing by 182 percent from around US dollar 45.5 billion in 2001 to US dollar 128.1 billion in 2006-2007. The 6th Central Pay Commission made their recommendations in the context of the above macroeconomic variables. 3.2. This Commission had to move forward and take cognizance of the macroeconomic variables in 2007-2008 and the trend 2008 - 2009, which had slowed down compared to the ones till 2006-2007. In 2007-2008, the national economy registered a downturn with growth rate falling to 8.7 percent and a further fall is expected during the current year, caused by falling exports, rising commodity prices, (inflation rate crossing 12 percent), oil price recording an all time high of dollar 147 per barrel in the international market, and general global economic slowdown, leading to the withdrawal of more than 10 billion dollars of foreign institutional investments (FIIs) from the share market causing the valuation of equity shares to crash by more than 50% from Sensex peak of 21,000 to less than half (8739 points as on 2-12-2008) which, together with the cash crunch in the economy, are threatening to generate the classical characteristics of general economic depression.
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State Economy: The State economy remains agrarian with 70 percent of the population dependent upon agriculture as the principal means of livelihood but, contributing only about 22 percent towards the Net State Domestic Product (NSDP) in 2006-2007, while during the same period, the Industrial sector contributed 26 percent and the share of the Services sector was around 52 percent at current prices. Within the Industrial sector there are four segments, namely, Manufacturing, Mining and Quarrying, Construction and Electricity, Gas & Water Supply. In 2006-2007, these four segments together contributed Rs.169689 lakhs towards NSDP but the share of Manufacturing was only 10 percent at an almost stagnant growth rate as compared to the buoyancy of the Manufacturing sector in the National economy which contributed more than 50 percent of the rise in Industrial production by a factor of 2.7 during the period 1990-91 and 2006-2007. 3.4. The following Table No.III (a) shows a downward trend in annual sectoral increments in all the three sectors, the reasons for which, given our bounteous natural resources, wide spectrum of opportunities and access to institutional credit, can only be attributed to lack of skills and entrepreneurial dynamism, and which suggests the need to revamp the Agricultural Extension services and establish more Vocational Training Centres along with the inclusion of positive “Attitudinal” values in the curricula.
Table No. III (a)
Annual Sectoral Increase of Net State Domestic Product
(at Current Prices) (in percentage) Year Agriculture Industry Service Total
1 2 3 4 5
2000-2001
11.62
23.51
9.30
13.00
2001-2002 10.98 20.11 12.88 14.25
2002-2003 6.44 -0.28 7.40 5.22
2003-2004 3.93 20.82 11.24 11.90
2004-2005 1.88 8.84 8.23 7.02
2005-2006 (§) 9.70 9.76 6.90 8.24
2006-2007 (§§) 7.42 8.01 9.48 8.63
§ = Quick Estimates §§ = Advance Estimates Source : Estimates of State Domestic Product of Meghalaya 1999-2000 to
2006-2007 Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Meghalaya.
3.5. Between 2004-2005 and 2007-2008, the Gross State Domestic Product registered an annual average growth rate of 5.48 percent whereas the national GDP
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registered an annual growth rate of 5.8 percent in 2001-2002, 9.6 percent and 8.7 percent in 2006-2007 and 2007-2008 respectively. See Table III (b).
The Per Capita Income is presented in Table III (c) which, once again, shows that the State’s general economic well being is at a lower level than the All India average.
Table III (b)
Comparative Gross National Income and Meghalaya Gross State Income 1990-1991 to 2005-2006.
Rs. In Crore Year All India
(GDP) Meghalaya
(GSDP) All India
(NNP) Meghalaya
(NSDP) 1 2 3 4 5
1990-1991
510954
951
450145
840
1991-1992 589086 1119 514607 986
1992-1993 673221 1298 587064 1150
1993-1994 781345 1511 685912 1309
1994-1995 917058 1665 805981 1432
1995-1996 1073271 1995 941861 1729
1996-1997 1243546 2198 1093961 1898
1997-1998 1390148 2497 1224946 2166
1998-1999 1598127 2939 1415093 2579
1999-2000 1786525 3578 1585501 3212
2000-2001 1925415 3964 1696387 3597
2001-2002 2100187 4492 1847667 4051
2002-2003 2265304 4781 1993846 4298
2003-2004 2549418 5311 2246465 4753
2004-2005 2855933 5821 2501067 5153
2005-2006 3250932 6317 2846762 5616
2006-2007 (Q) 6949 6139 Q = Quick Estimates
Source : Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Meghalaya, Shillong.
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Table III (c)
Per Capita Income (Rs)
Per Capita Income
1 of the State at current prices
1995 - 96 2005 - 06
Ratio 2.69
9,971 -
-
-
26,320
State per Capita Income2
2002 - 03 2003 - 04 2004 - 05 2005 - 06 2006 - 07 (Adv)
18756
20729
21915
23420
25141 3.6. Prospects of Economic Growth: Notwithstanding the relatively poor performance of the State economy in the preceding decade, the prospects are bright.
At the 54th meeting of the National Development Council held at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, on 19th December, 2007, the then Chief Minister, Shri D.D. Lapang, referred to the “Look East Policy” of the Government of India and stated that “the progress and preparedness of neighbouring countries in respect of economic infrastructure, the necessity to prepare and leverage economic benefits of the “Look East Policy” in which the region would like to be the main partner and get mainstreamed, I would suggest and emphasise that higher commitments of resources, dedicated task force and improved capacity is more urgently required.” The “Look East Policy” can reasonably be expected to open new vistas for the entire north-east in which, benefits accruing to Meghalaya would, to a great extent depend upon, amongst other things, the entrepreneurial initiatives in the private sector and, initiatives of the State, in developing the necessary infrastructure for which the Chief Minister had pleaded at the aforestated meeting. The Commission has noted this fertile possibility for quantum jump in the economic profile of the State in the next decade.
3.7. Meghalaya, with a geographical area of 22,500 Sq.Km and a population of 2318822 with population density of 103 per Sq.Km (2001 Census) has an estimated 9.42 lakh hectares under Forest and 6.07 lakh hectares in the category of “Other Uncultivated land excluding Fallow Land” which can also be called Culturable Wasteland which can be brought under tree and shrub crops ranging from tropical to temperate within the latitude range of 500-6000’ MSL within the grid of Latitude 25.5 North, 26.10 North and Longitude 89.47 East, 92.47 East. This grid is within the Botanical Triangle in the East in which there is natural occurrence of many valuable species from Teak to Pine to Jatropha and such other horticultural crops like Orange, betelnut, pears, peach, plum etc., and plantation crops like tea. It also has significant deposits of coal, limestone and sillimanite amongst other minerals like Felspar in small quantities. 3.8. Thus, the bounty of Nature combined with relatively low density of population and the prospects of further opening up of the economy with better connectivity with the rest of India and the “Look East Policy” widening scope for international trade, present a matrix of possibilities for accelerated economic growth rate which, amongst other things would, to a great extent, depend upon the work culture of the State Government employees. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
1. Economics & Statistics Department, vide their letter No.EST.3/2008/Addl.1/6 dated Shillong the 2nd May, 2008. 2. Statistical Handbook Meghalaya, 2007, Economics & Statistics Departments, Shillong, Meghalaya, p.181.
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3.9. State Finances: In the Annual Financial Statement 2008-2009, the Finance Department of the Government of Meghalaya records that “ In the past Meghalaya had earned the distinction of being a financially well-managed State. However, in the early nineties, the decision of the Central Government to restrict the financing of the Non-Plan gap of the State greatly strained the fiscal position of the State. The problem was further compounded by the unfavourable report of the Ninth Finance Commission ……In order to contain the deterioration in the Non-Plan gap, the State introduced certain austerity measures (and) to make the fiscal consolidation measures more effective, the State enacted the Meghalaya Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act 2006. The objective of the Act was to improve the fiscal position of the State and to generate additional resources to invest the same in the social and economic sectors of the economy.” 1
3.10. The above noted document further records that “ In absolute terms, the Total Revenue Receipts had been indicating an increase between 2001-2007. However, as percentage of the GSDP, the trend had more or less stagnated at around 27%. In 2005-2006 and 2006-2007, Total Revenue Receipts rose both in absolute terms and as a percentage of the GSDP. This was primarily because of the higher devolution from the Centre as a result of the recommendations of the 12th Finance Commission and the implementation of VAT. With the stabilization of VAT through the comprehensive computerization programme to improve compliance and efficiency, and the passing of the Meghalaya Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act 2006, which besides other things, emphasized the need to pursue policy of cost recovery and other forms of user charges on the socio-economic services provided by the State, the revenue prospects of the State are expected to improve.” 2
3.11. In the above statement there is no mention, except perhaps obliquely, that efforts would be made to increase “Own Tax Revenue”; there is no mention of restructuring the tax regime to increase the ratio of own tax revenue to the total tax revenue accruing to the State. In a study of the fiscal profile of NE States, Dr. B.Misra has analysed Meghalaya data covering a period of 30 years, 1972-1973 to 2001-2002 and remarks “If we judge the performances of the State’s own tax revenue on the basis of its contribution to State income, then the performances of State’s own tax revenue presents a poor picture altogether.”3 Tax buoyancy is considered an efficient measure of the soundness of the total tax regime and it has been calculated for Meghalaya as follows: 4
Tax Group Buoyancy coefficient R 2 State’s Total Taxes 1.3091 0.9038 State’s Own Taxes 1.1671 0.8568 Direct Taxes 1.1256 0.9220 Indirect Taxes 1.2475 0.9426 Shared Taxes 1.4256 0.9663 Taxes on Capital deals 1.2400 0.8826 Taxes on Income & Expenditure 1.3364 0.9048 Taxes on Commodities 1.3942 0.9644
The above coefficients are based on 30 years data 1972-2002 which confirm that successive State Governments, irrespective of the political hue, have been fighting shy of raising “Own Tax Revenue”. Footnote: (a) Buoyancy Coefficient measures the response in total tax collection due to variations in Tax Base, Tax Rate and State Income either severally or
collectively. (b) R2 measures the exact contribution of Tax Base, Tax Rate and State Income to the Total Tax Revenue and the difference between the value
of R2 and 1.0 is attributed to “Unknown factors” inclusive of leakage.Annual Financial Statement 2008 - 2009 p.78. 1. Annual Financial Statement 2008 - 2009 p.78. 2. Ibid p.82 3. Fiscal Policy in North East India, Dr. B.Misra, Reader in Economics, North Eastern Hill University, p.53. 4. Ibid, p.85.
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State and the Resource Position: As indicated in Annexure I the State Government’s Actual receipts both under Revenue Account and Capital Account steadily increased from Rs.683.89 crores in 1995-1996 to Rs.1746.94 crores in 2005-2006 and Rs.103.13 crores to Rs.454.81 crores in 2005-2006 respectively. Thus, the total actual receipts during the 11 year period from 1995-1996 to 2005-2006 increased from Rs.787.02 crores to Rs.2201.75 crores at an average annual rate of Rs.128.61 crores.
3.13. During the same period, the Actual Revenue Expenditure increased from Rs.580.39 crores in 1995-1996 to Rs.1674.48 in 2005-2006 and Actual Capital Expenditure increased from Rs.198.13 crores in 1995 - 1996 to Rs.332.61 in 2005 - 2006, thus, registering an increase in the total actual expenditure from Rs.778.52 crores in 1995-1996 to Rs.2007.09 crores in 2005-2006 at an annual average rate of Rs.111.68 crores. Thus, the Actual Receipts exceeded Actual Expenditure at an annual average rate of Rs.16.93 crores. 3.14. The Actual Plan Revenue Receipts in 1995-96 were Rs.243.40 crores and Rs.594.66 crores in 2005-2006 while the Actual Plan Capital Receipts were Rs.69.44 crores in 1995-1996 and Rs.194.04 crores in 2005-2006. Thus, during the 11 year period the Actual Plan Revenue Receipts and the Actual Plan Capital Receipts increased at an annual average rate of Rs.31.93 crores and Rs.11.32 crores respectively. Thus, the total actual Plan Receipts increased from Rs.312.84 crores in 1995-1996 to Rs.788.70 crores in 2005-2006 at an annual average rate of Rs.43.26 crores. 3.15. The Actual Non-Plan Revenue Receipts in 1995-1996 and 2005-2006 were Rs.440.49 crores and Rs.1152.28 crores respectively and the Actual Non-Plan Capital Receipts were Rs.33.69 crores and Rs.260.76 crores respectively. Thus, the total Actual Non-Plan Receipts increased from Rs.474.18 crores in 1995-1996 to Rs.1413.04 crores in 2005-2006 at an annual average rate of Rs.85.35 crores. 3.16. Annexure II shows that since 2003-04, State’s dependency on Central assistance has been consistently decreasing. In 2003-04, 96.90% of the total plan expenditure was centrally supported whereas in 2006-2007 it had decreased to 63.33%. 3.17. The data for Receipts and Expenditure for the seven year period, 2000-2001 to 2006-2007, is shown in Annexure III which records 87.06% increase in total receipts and 60.23% increase in total expenditure. 3.18. The overall budgetary position of the State is shown in Annexure IV for the seven year period, 2000-2001 to 2006-2007, which records deficit closing balance for all the years except 2000-2002. 3.19. Annexure V records different sources of revenue of the State during the period 2000-2007. It shows a declining trend in dependency on Grants-in-Aid and Contributions. 3.20. The select fiscal indicators in Annexure VI record actual expenditure on Salaries and Pension at 38.82% of the total revenue receipts in 2006-2007 and the Revised Estimate for 2007-2008 was 28.69%.
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3.21. Price Index for “Urban Non-Manual Employees” more closely reflects the impact of market prices on the general well being of State Government employees than the “Consumer Price Index Numbers for Industrial Workers” which are nevertheless used for determining dearness allowance from time to time. The Commission has given greater weightage to the Consumer Price Index Numbers for Urban Non-Manual Employees. From Table No.III (d) one can easily see that the consumer price index for Shillong has always been consistently higher than that of Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Guwahati, and All India.
Table III (d)
Consumer Price Index Numbers For Urban Non-Manual Employees
Base 1984 – 85 = 100
Year/Month Shillong Delhi Mumbai Kolkata Guwahati All India 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
2004
442
437
429
393
423
431 2005 458 468 446 412 445 451 2006 488 492 469 432 474 478 2007 January
514 504 489 444 488 496
February 518 506 489 444 492 497 March 528 508 490 449 493 498 April 539 510 491 455 496 501 May 544 511 493 461 499 503 June 552 513 496 464 503 506
Source: Central Statistical Organisation, Government of India. 3.22. Human Development Index (HDI): The strategy of generating knowledge – skill based techno – economic growth processes naturally invites the examination of the current Human Development Index in Meghalaya. It is now widely accepted that development, measured in terms of volume of Domestic Product, does not necessarily reflect the actual welfare of people, which, apart from the size of the ‘bread basket’ or ‘take-home-pay’, depends upon a host of non-economic factors and, therefore, HDI has been evolved which is much broader and complex than any single yardstick like the Domestic Product. However HDI still and, perhaps can never be, a comprehensive measure, for example, it would be difficult to include within it variables Caste/Class based restraints or privileges which impact on the ability to participate in decisions that affect one’s life, notwithstanding which, it is considered a better tool because it takes cognizance of some vital social factors like health, education and gender disparity and thus gives a more comprehensive picture of the impact of five year plan schemes and economic development in general, on the quality of life than if economic parameters alone were taken into consideration.
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3.23. The Department of Economics and Statistics, Government of Meghalaya, has been measuring the Human Development Index in the State and, the following data contained in their latest unpublished paper is in Table III (e), which clearly brings out the importance of Human Development Index by ranking South Garo Hills and Jaintia Hills lower than West Garo Hills and Ri Bhoi despite their Net District Domestic Product being higher than that of the latter two Districts. Secondly, the data also reveals that human development has been urban centric. Of the different urban areas in the State, Shillong town has not only had a head start over other towns by over a century in developing variables determining the Human Development Index but is continuing to build on it at a faster momentum by virtue of not only being the capital of the State but also being the focal point of Centrally sponsored institutions like the NEHU and NEIGRIHMS etc., which together generate multiplier effect on the growth of educational and health infrastructure right from primary level onward which positively impact on the quality of life, giving the whole District a positive skew on the Human Development Index scale. Similar factors connected with Tura town lift the Human Development Index profile of West Garo Hills District, putting it in second place in the Human Development Index ranking behind the East Khasi Hills District.
Table No. III (e)
Human Development Index of Districts of Meghalaya1
District Infant Mortality
Rate
Literacy Combined Gross
Enrolment Ratio
NDP per Capita at current
prices (Rs.)
HDI HDI Rank
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 East Khasi Hills
34.51
76.98
63.10
17264
0.684
1
West Garo Hills 18.13 51.03 65.99 10654 0.597 2 Ri-Bhoi 60.63 66.07 50.47 9798 0.499 3 South Garo Hills 102.01 55.82 85.52 16847 0.498 4 Jaintia Hills 77.34 53.00 43.31 15095 0.487 5 West Khasi Hills 86.17 65.64 79.13 9345 0.462 6 East Garo Hills 90.60 61.70 60.91 9928 0.432 7 Meghalaya 52.28 63.31 62.87 13082 0.570
3.24. The urban centric skew in the Human Development Index is further explained by the following Table No.III (f). In 2003, the total number of State Government employees was 48258, of whom 27997 (58%) were posted in urban areas (read the 7 District HQs.) and, of these employees posted in urban areas 16561 (59%) were posted in East Khasi Hills District (read Shillong) and, 3354 (12%) were posted in the West Garo Hills District (read Tura), 2548 (9%), 1881 (7%), 1294 (5%), 1231 (4%) and 1128 (4%) in Jowai, Baghmara, Nongpoh, Williamnagar and Nongstoin respectively. Since 52% of the Net State Domestic Product is being generated by the Service Sector and since the State Government is the biggest employer and since 58% of these employees are concentrated in the 7 District headquarters whose educational, skill and general awareness levels are higher than that of the rest of the populace, the variables influencing the Human Development Index naturally get a favourable push.
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Table No. III (f)
District-wise break-up of Employees according to Place of Posting
Districts
Rural Urban Gazetted Non-
Gazetted Grade
IV Total Gazetted Non-
Gazetted Grade
IV Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Jaintia Hills
124
2583
647
3354
259
1663
626
2548East Khasi Hills
152 3365 871 4388 1260 11629 3672 16561
West Khasi Hills
131 2155 641 2927 93 734 301 1128
East Garo Hills
67 1672 408 2147 118 1262 501 1881
West Garo Hills
163 4664 1007 5834 311 2237 806 3354
Ri-Bhoi 87 556 352 995 100 870 261 1231South Garo Hills
28 440 148 616 51 1050 193 1294
All Meghalaya
752 15435 4074 20261 2192 19445 6360 27997
1 Notes and data sources:
(i) Infant Mortality Rates are as per the estimates obtained from the Birth & Mortality Survey, 2007.
(ii) Literacy rates are as per the Census of India, 2001.
(iii) The gross enrolment ratio is obtained by dividing the combined enrolment numbers by the population aged 5 – 19 years in 2001. The combined enrolment numbers are for Classes I – XII as per the All India Seventh Educational Survey, 2002.
(iv) Net State Domestic Product Per Capita at current prices are for the year 1999-2000 as per the Meghalaya District Gross Domestic Product 1993-94 to 1999-2000, Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Government of Meghalaya.
Source : Economics & Statistics Department, Shillong.
3.25. The Service Sector includes all Service providers, the civil servants, personnel involved in banks, insurance companies, transport, hotel, communication etc. Since Meghalaya has a very small industrial base and agriculture is at subsistence stage, the bulk of the demand for Services comes from both State and Central Government offices, which, being concentrated in the aforementioned urban centres propel the Service providers in the private sector to establish their units there, thereby intensifying the urban-centric bias to development. 3.26. In the Human Development Index of States in India, Meghalaya ranked 12th in 1981, 24th in 1991 and 22nd in 2001. This means that we are being left behind by other States. According to Table III(g) Mizoram ranked 2nd behind Chandigarh, Nagaland 8th, Manipur 11th, Tripura 12th, Sikkim 16th, Arunachal Pradesh 25th, and Assam 28th in 2001. The basic premise of the scale of Human Development Index is that the higher the society is on the Human Development Index Scale, the greater are the chances of generating higher level of State Domestic Net Product (SDNP), yielding a higher level of per capita income. By virtue of the established norms, the Commission had to take cognizance of the decadal trend in the growth of per capita income and tailor the recommendations in tune with it. In other
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words, the premise is that, had the State been higher on the HDI scale, in all probability the SDNP too would have been higher and our recommendations too would have been on a higher scale.
Table No III(g)
Human Development Index of States in India – 2001.
State/UTs Rural Urban Combined Value Rank Value Rank Value Rank
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Andhra Pradesh
0.570
29
0.784
27
0.633
27
Arunachal Pradesh 0.640 22 0.842 17 0.666 25Assam 0.581 27 0.833 19 0.614 28Bihar 0.507 33 0.676 35 0.529 35Chhatishgarh 0.536 32 0.733 31 0.582 31Goa 0.830 7 0.899 8 0.868 6Gujarat 0.617 24 0.818 23 0.688 21Haryana 0.676 17 0.775 28 0.703 20Himachal Pradesh 0.734 12 0.911 6 0.754 13Jammu & Kashmir 0.682 16 0.817 24 0.710 19Jharkhand 0.536 31 0.774 29 0.591 30Karnataka 0.602 26 0.841 18 0.675 23Kerela 0.871 1 0.909 7 0.883 3Madhya Pradesh 0.505 34 0.719 32 0.555 33Maharashtra 0.673 18 0.850 13 0.751 14Manipur 0.770 10 0.831 20 0.783 11Meghalaya 0.640 21 0.849 15 0.682 22Mizoram 0.834 5 0.953 1 0.889 2Nagaland 0.789 9 0.930 3 0.835 8Orissa 0.502 35 0.716 33 0.536 34Punjab 0.689 15 0.813 25 0.726 18Rajasthan 0.571 28 0.743 30 0.608 29Sikkim 0.722 14 0.857 11 0.737 16Tamil Nadu 0.666 20 0.828 21 0.730 17Tripura 0.733 13 0.850 14 0.754 12Uttar Pradesh 0.540 30 0.683 34 0.569 32Uttarakhand 0.669 19 0.855 12 0.747 15West Bengal 0.627 23 0.807 26 0.673 24Andaman & Nicobar Is. 0.830 6 0.922 5 0.857 7Chandigarh 0.837 4 0.947 2 0.933 1Dadra & Nagar Haveli 0.610 25 0.924 4 0.663 26Daman & Diu 0.789 8 0.826 22 0.813 9Delhi 0.837 3 0.880 10 0.875 4Lakshadweep 0.850 2 0.892 9 0.874 5Pondicherry 0.743 11 0.849 16 0.809 10
All India 0.588 0.793 0.645 Source : National Human Development Report, 2001.
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3.27. Government employees of Meghalaya: Government employees are generally considered to be a privileged class. So also in Meghalaya. The power and position vested in them puts them in a unique position to strongly influence many aspects of public life. Such is also the case in Meghalaya. Like every where else, in Meghalaya too, there is keen competition to enter government service. The government attempts to choose the best candidates through MPSC and DSC selection processes. The society expects to receive the best possible services from the government employees but according to general observation as well as the admission of some employees Associations/Federations the work culture in the government offices has been steadily deteriorating over the years. This Commission regretfully notes this trend. 3.28. The Commission has noted the recommendation of the 6th Central Pay Commission with respect to the Performance Related Incentive Scheme (PRIS). “The PRIS recommended by this Commission envisages a pecuniary component, over and above the salary, for higher performance that would be judged by improved delivery to the end user by an external independent agency.”1
3.29. The involvement of an “external independent agency” implies an attempt to maximize the chances of achieving objectivity in assessment of performance which in itself is a laudable attempt but how objectivity can be realized without interacting with controlling officers is difficult to visualise because “delivery to the end user” is usually through a long process over a conveyer belt of administrative and technical decisions and actions. Any slackening or break in this conveyer belt can disturb “delivery to the end user” or, even if the delivery is good, how it can be attributed to the credit of an individual, is a question that remains unanswered in the said Report. Secondly, in government machinery the assessment of the controlling officer cannot be fully eliminated when it comes to assessing the performance of a government employee and, therefore, one cannot avoid an ACR type of report but, of course, it cannot be denied that the ACRs can have a large dose of social compulsions. 3.30. In the context of the foregoing the Commission observes that the declining work culture is a consequence of the intersupportive loop of the socio-politico-economic milieu leading to the emergence of “soft state”. The trend needs to be reversed by reintroducing modalities which support the “value system” associated with a healthy “work culture” which inherently incorporate and put in place a system of “checks and balances” through examinations, training programmes and ACRs. During the time when the State was performing only the classical functions of maintaining ‘internal peace’ and protecting the country from foreign aggression the nature of activities of civil servants was not as wide as it is now under the ‘Welfare State’ and we, in this State, have somehow, not been able to evolve an ‘employee appraisal system’ in tune with the expanded activities of the civil servants. We attempt to float discussion on this aspect by making the following suggestions to make civil servants more accountable. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Report of the Sixth Central Pay Commission, p.7
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3.30.1. (a) Grade ‘A’ employees - A ‘Performance Appraisal Report’ as applied to IAS officers may be introduced with suitable modifications. Perhaps a points scoring system could be introduced especially at the Recording and Review levels. 3.30.2. (b) Grade ‘B’ employees - Many of the employees in this category are ‘Field Officers’ fulfilling the required minimum technical qualification at entry point like B.Sc (Agri) etc., who work on projects with well defined targets within a given time frame. They may be evaluated by the Department of Programme Implementation taking into account their performance and achievement of targets and objectives. Here, too, a points scoring system similar to Grade ‘A’ could be considered. 3.30.3. Other Grade ‘B’ employees who are not field workers in Rural Works should continue to be put through the existing system of crossing the “efficiency bar” either through examinations or ACRs or, if such a system does not exist then it should be evolved or, if it has gone into disuse it should be activated. 3.30.4. (c) Grade ‘C’ employees - the existing system of crossing the “efficiency bar” may continue. 3.30.5. (d) Grade ‘D’ employees - the existing system of crossing the “efficiency bar” may continue. A points scoring system based on relevant factors related to work would not be inappropriate for these two Groups also. The concerned departments may work out the details. 3.31. Table No.III(h) shows variation in Employee: Population ratios between 1981 – 2006 which has fluctuated between 1:50 and 1:54, thus showing a stable ratio. In this Table, except for 1991 population figure all other population figures are projections.
Table III (h)
Variation In Employees-Population Ratio From 1991 To 2006
Year No. of Employees (in lakhs)
Population (in lakhs)
Employee population ratio
1 2 3 4
1991
0.34
17.75
1:52 1997 0.39 21.04 1:54 2000 0.46 22.91 1:50 2003 0.48 24.43 1:51
2006 0.50 26.43 1:53 Source : Directorate of Economics & Statistics Meghalaya, Shillong.
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3.32. Table No.III (i) shows gradual increase in the number of female employees from 17.42% to 28.61% between 1981 – 2006.
Table III (i)
Number of Male and Female Employees from the year 1981-2006.
As on 31st March
Total Employees Male Employees Female Employees Nos. % of Total Nos. % of Total
1 2 3 4 5 6
1981
21026
17363
82.58
3663
17.42 1984 23351 19060 81.62 4291 18.38 1987 29380 23680 80.60 5700 19.40 1991 33517 26817 80.10 6700 19.99 1997 39023 30404 77.91 8619 22.09 2000 46529 34352 73.83 12177 26.17 2003 48258 34957 72.44 13301 27.56 2006 50210 35846 71.39 14364 28.61
Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Meghalaya, Shillong. 3.33. Meghalaya and Five Year Plans: The 3rd Meghalaya Pay Commission had covered the period upto the end of the 8th Five Year Plan. The Ninth Five Year Plan (1997 - 2002) registered an annual growth rate of 7.8%, which fell to 6% during the Tenth Five Year Plan period (2002 - 2007). In the Eleventh Plan (2007 - 2012) the target for growth rate has been fixed at 7.3% which is lower than the National growth rate target of 9% of GDP for the same period. The approved size of the Tenth Five Year Plan for Meghalaya was Rs.3009.00 crores at 2001 - 2002 price level while an outlay of Rs.8695 crores has been projected to the Planning Commission for the Eleventh Five Year Plan with objectives, targets, priority and strategy in conformity with those of the National Plan. New initiatives have been put on the anvil where in the Power sector 128 MW is envisaged to be added to the current generating capacity of 185 MW to partially cover the estimated shortfall of 425 MW. The next priority is Surface Transport, where the present road connectivity is envisaged to be increased from 37Km. per 100 Sq.Km towards the National average of 75Km/100 Sq.Km and the percentage of people below the poverty line (BPL) is envisaged to be decreased from 18.50 to 14.30 by creating additional infrastructure in the following sectors: Agriculture, Horticulture, Irrigation, Tourism, Education, Health, AH & Veterinary, which would directly address the question of poverty alleviation. The Eleventh Five Year Plan of Meghalaya takes full cognizance of knowledge-skill based techno-economic growth being experienced around the world in general and, in India, in particular and, has envisaged the promotion of ITIs, Bio Resource Development Centre, Bamboo Mission and promotion of Orchids and, Medicinal plants for establishment of herbal based industries. These fresh initiatives, which open a wider spectrum of economic activities, requiring differentiated skills, are envisaged to lift the profile of Meghalaya on the HDI scale in relation to other States in India.
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3.34. Projected Implication Due to Commission’s Recommendations And State Finances 3.34.1. In fulfilment of the mandate of the Commission, the impact of the recommendations of the Commission on the State Finances has been examined by taking two variables into consideration, viz., (a) Revenue Receipts and (b) Grants-in-Aid from the Centre. 3.34.2. These two variables have been examined with reference to a set of assumptions of the various Working Committees of the 11th Plan under the Planning Commission of India and our own data in the State. The bases of some assumptions are as under: 3.34.3. The Working Group constituted by the Planning Commission to estimate the Centre’s requirement of financial resources has projected expenditure on Salaries and Pensions on the basis of the following assumptions:
(i) Fitment benefit of 20%, i.e., enhancement of total expenditure on pay and allowances by 20% in the year the recommendations of the 6th Central Pay Commission are implemented. This estimation of 20% is inclusive of arrears.
(ii) Expenditure on Pay and allowances is expected to increase at 5% per annum.
(iii) The Pension bill is expected to increase at 10% per annum.1
3.34.4. When the award of the 3rd Meghalaya Pay Commission was brought into effect from 1-1-1996, the enhanced salary and arrears, inclusive of allowances and pension, were paid in 1997 – 1998 (arrears were spread out to the following year also). The salary and allowances bill in 1997-1998 had gone up by 26.24% and the Pension bill had gone up by 56.16% over 1996 – 1997 as follows: Year Salary Pension (Rs. Cr.) 1996 – 1997 325.69 20.51 1997 – 1998 411.16 32.03 % increase 26.24 56.16 On the basis of the foregoing the Fitment benefit due to the recommendations of the Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission in 2008 – 2009 the Salaries and Pensions bills in Meghalaya have been raised and rounded off to 30% and 60% respectively. 3.34.5. Between 1997 – 1998 and 2006 – 2007 the Compound Average Growth Rate in Salaries was 8.9% per annum but to make it absolutely certain that our projections do not later prove to be underestimates we have taken 10% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR); likewise for Pensions it is 15% CAGR.
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3.34.6. Thus, all the variables influencing expenditure on Salaries, Allowances and Pensions are taken at rates higher than those experienced at the time of implementing the recommendations of the 3rd Meghalaya Pay Commission and, those percentages which have been taken by the Working Group of the Planning Commission in relation to the impact of the 6th Central Pay Commission on the financial resources required during the 11th Plan period. The two projections of Revenue Receipts and the projected expenditure on salaries etc., presented hereafter in Table I do present a reasonably comfortable financial profile of the State which tends to establish that the recommendations of this Commission can easily be accommodated.
3.35. Revenue Receipts and 4th Meghalaya Pay Commission award: (1st approach)
The data presented in Table I is based on the following considerations and assumptions:
(1) Between 1996 – 1997 and 2006 – 2007, the data for Revenue Receipts is based on ‘Actuals’ and the data for 2007 – 08 on Revised Estimates as per the documents of the Finance Department1. During this period of 12 years the Compound Annual Average Growth Rate in Revenue Receipts was 14%. In Col.2 of Table I, Revenue Receipts are projected to increase at 14% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) between 2008-09 and 2015 – 2016.
(2) In Co.3 Table I, the projections for Revenue Receipts have been made
conservative by decreasing CAGR by 1% p.a. Thus, in 2008-09, the CAGR is 14%, coming down to 13% in 2009 - 2010 and successively decreasing to 6% in 2015 – 16 to make it doubly sure that our projections do not appear to be optimistic even remotely.
(3) The 2007 – 2008 data on Salaries is based on ‘Actual’2 and that of
pensions is on the Revised Estimates of Rs.113.40 Cr. To avoid any underestimate it has been raised by 13% to Rs.128.14 Cr. in our projections.
(4) The Fitment benefits in 2008-09 in Salaries and Pensions are 30% and
60% respectively.
(5) From 2009-2010 onwards the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) in Salaries and Pensions are 10% and 15% respectively.
Examination of Cols. 7 and 8 in Table I show a sufficient financial
cushion even after accommodating the impact of the recommendations of this Commission. 1. Report of the Working Group on Centre’s Financial Resources for the Eleventh Plan (2007 – 12) pp.
46-47 2. Enclosure No.1. 3. Annual Financial Statement, 2008-09, Finance Department, p.79.
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Table - I (Please refer to graph) Table of Two different projections of Revenue Receipt and comparative differences with projections of Salaries and Pensions
between 2006 - 2007 and 2015 - 2016. (Rs.Cr.)
Year Revenue Receipt Remuneration Surplus of Cols. 2 and 3 over Col.6
Remarks
1 2 13 % - 6%
Salary Pension Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
1996-1997 730.46 325.69 20.51 346.21
Columns 7 and 8 represent cushion. Col.8 is specially
significant because it represents
cushion even when the
Revenue Receipts are projected to
increase at a diminishing
rate.
1997-1998 696.75 411.16 32.03 443.19 1998-1999 832.69 461.62 35.49 497.11 1999-2000 943.65 523.38 40.14 562.52 2000-2001 1132.15 567.03 55.02 622.05 2001-2002 1123.38 606.72 58.21 664.92 2002-2003 1288.93 613.11 67.21 680.31 2003-2004 1398.83 638.05 76.59 714.64 2004-2005 1546.13 664.83 87.24 752.07 2005-2006 1746.94 694.55 93.53 788.08 2006-2007 2142.19 782.60 113.40 896.00 1246.19 2007-2008 3241.77 957.21 128.14 1085.35 2156.42 2008-2009 3695.62 3663.21 1244.37* 205.12 ** 1449.49 2246.23 2213.822009-2010 4213.10 4102.78 1368.81 235.77 1604.58 2608.52 2498.202010-2011 4802.83 4554.09 1505.69 271.14 1776.83 3026.00 2777.262011-2012 5475.23 5009.51 1656.26 311.81 1968.07 3507.16 3041.442012-2013 6241.76 5460.35 1821.89 358.58 2180.47 4061.29 3279.881013-2014 7115.61 5897.18 2004.07 412.37 2416.44 4699.17 3480.742014-2015 8111.79 6310.10 2204.48 474.22 2678.70 5433.09 3631.402015-2016 9247.44 6688.59 2424.93 545.35 2970.28 6277.16 3718.31 * 30% hike ** 60% hike Note (i) Between 1996 - 1997 and 2006 - 2007, the data on Revenue Receipts, Salary and Pension are ‘Actuals’.
(ii) The 2007 - 2008 data on Revenue Receipts is R.E, while Salary is ‘Actual’ and Pension is our projection. (iii) All the figures from 2008 - 2009 onwards are projections based on assumptions stated earlier.
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3.36. Grants-in-Aid and Salary cum Pension Expenditure (2nd approach)
According to the Report of the Working Group on the Centre’s Financial Resources, Grants-in-Aid to the States and UTs during the 11th Plan are projected to increase at 7.5 % Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR).1
The terminal year of the 10th Plan is the Base Year for the projections. The data of the Centre’s Grant-in-Aid to the States and UTs 2 and its ramifications on Meghalaya with reference to Salaries and Allowances and Pensions are as under:
Table - II
Non-Plan Revenue Expenditure during the 10th Plan (Rs.Cr.)
Sl. No.
Particulars 2002 - 03 2003 - 04 2004 -05 2005 - 06 2006 - 07
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1. Grants to States & UTs
13305
13720
14784
30475
36152
2. Grant-in-Aid to Meghalaya
875.17 867.12 935.86 1268.65 1594.85
3. Percentage of Sl.2 over Sl.1
6.57 6.32 6.33 4.16 4.41
4. Salary and Pension Bill of Meghalaya
680.31 714.64 752.07 788.08 896.00
5. Difference between Sl.2 & Sl.4
194.86 152.48 183.79 480.57 698.85
The above data shows that the Centre’s Grant-in-Aid to States and UTs jumped 106% from Rs.14784 Cr. in 2004-2005 to Rs.30475 Cr. in 2005-06, while the incremental share of Meghalaya during the same period was 35.55%, i.e., Rs.935.86 Cr.and Rs.1268.65 Cr. respectively, thus causing the overall percentage share of Meghalaya to suddenly fall from 6.33 to 4.16. However, Sl.5 shows that despite the lower proportionate share of Meghalaya the balance, after meeting Salary and Pension bills, increased from Rs.183.79 Cr. to 480.57 Cr. during the same period and the trend continued in 2006-2007. To examine whether our recommendations will remain within similar parameters the :
First Step: Take the projected increase in Centre’s Grants-in-Aid 1.
Second Step: Calculate the share of Meghalaya at 4.16% and 6.57% which was the minimum and maximum range of share of Meghalaya from Centre’s Grant-in-Aid during the 10th Plan period
Third Step: Deduct the projected Salaries and Allowances and Pensions expenditure from the share of Meghalaya to determine whether or not we remain within the parameters of the 10th plan.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Report of the Working group on Centre’s Financial Resources, Planning Commission p-47. 2. Ibid p.43.
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Table - II (a)
Sl. No.
Particulars 2007 - 08 2008 - 09 2009 - 10 2010 - 11 2011 - 12
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1.
38403 41283
44379
47708 51286
2.
Share of Meghalaya (a) @ 4.16% (b) @ 6.57%
1597.56 1717.37
1846.17
1984.65 2133.50
2523.08 2712.29
2915.70
3134.42 3369.493. Projected impact
of 4th MPC recommendations on Salary and Pension Bills.
1085.35 1449.39
1604.58
1776.83 1968.07
4. Difference between (i) Sl.2(a) & Sl.3 (ii) Sl.2(b) & Sl.3
521.21
1437.74
267.98
1262.90
241.59
1311.12
207.82
1357.59
165.43
1401.42
The estimated cushion in Sl. 4 shows a rising trend and thus proves that our projections on Salaries and Pensions taking into account the recommendations of the Commission are well within the financial resources of the State. 1. Report of the Working group on Centre’s Financial Resources, Planning Commission p.45
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Enclosure no.1
Statement showing the fiscal profile of the State covering the details of major components of receipts, expenditure and projections from 2007 – 2008 upto 2015 – 2016.
Sl. No.
Major Components 1996 – 97
Actuals
1997 – 98
Actuals
1998 – 99
Actuals
1999 – 00
Actuals
2000 – 01
Actuals
2001 – 02
Actuals
2002 – 03
Actuals 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 I
Revenue Receipts of which
730.46
696.75
832.69
943.65
1132.15
1123.38
1288.93
a) Sale Tax 31.40 36.83 45.92 53.53 64.71 80.89 87.20 b) State Excise Duties 31.28 28.12 32.69 39.51 41.09 41.69 44.95
c) Forestry and Wildlife 6.57 3.68 4.64 6.17 5.44 7.82 8.56 d) Non-Ferrous Mining and Metallurgical Industries
8.52 7.49 22.39 49.75 50.22 63.36 56.11
II Capital Receipts 99.72 82.20 170.33 176.59 153.51 171.26 554.39
Total Receipts (I+II) 830.18 778.95 1003.02 1120.24 1285.66 1294.64 1843.32
III Revenue Expenditure of which 616.96 685.11 815.45 927.80 1079.47 1156.93 1204.55 1) Interest Payment 55.62 60.90 69.44 95.70 133.66 128.56 151.34 2) Pension Payment 20.51 32.03 35.49 40.14 55.02 58.20 67.21 3) Salaries 325.69 411.16 461.62 523.38 567.03 606.72 613.10
IV Capital Expenditure 196.62 165.61 207.49 267.61 344.41 238.04 627.68
Total Expenditure (III+IV) 813.58 850.72 1022.94 1195.41 1423.88 1394.97 1832.23 V Revision of Pay Scales, DA etc.
a) DA b) Revision
Total V 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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Sl. No.
Major Components 2003 – 04 Actuals
2004 – 05 Actuals
2005 – 06 Actuals
2006 – 07 Actuals
2007 – 08 Estimates
2008 – 09 Estimates
2009 – 10 Estimates
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
I Revenue Receipts of which
1398.83
1546.13 1746.94 2142.19
2064.82
2209.36
2364.02
a) Sale Tax 110.14 126.19 173.37 180.00 233.16 273.62 341.28 b) State Excise Duties 52.80 62.70 59.16 60.00 71.58 79.17 87.55 c) Forestry and Wildlife 11.77 14.62 15.30 14.30 17.85 19.27 20.82 d) Non-Ferrous Mining and Metallurgical Industries
86.18 90.26 97.56 105.00 121.43 137.42 153.58
II Capital Receipts 388.31 318.47 361.32 263.16 326.24 349.08 373.52
Total Receipts (I+II) 1787.14 1864.60 2108.26 2405.35 2391.06 2558.44 2737.54 III Revenue Expenditure of which 1313.69 1596.34 1674.48 1907.50 2080.61 2187.48 2290.81
1) Interest Payment 170.03 177.23 191.00 212.88 219.56 228.66 232.56 2) Pension Payment 76.59 87.24 93.53 105.00 113.40 122.47 132.27 3) Salaries 638.05 664.83 694.55 840.60 914.40 957.11 1001.84
IV Capital Expenditure 507.16 476.00 425.61 412.61 454.70 486.53 520.59
Total Expenditure (III+IV) 1820.85 2072.34 2100.09 2320.11 2535.31 2674.01 2811.40 V Revision of Pay Scales, DA etc.
a) DA 14.20 26.38 26.65 26.92 b) Revision 64.00 40.00
Total V 0.00 0.00 0.00 14.20 26.38 90.65 66.92
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Sl. No.
Major Components 2010 – 11 Estimates
2011 – 12 Estimates
2012 – 13 Estimates
2013 – 14 Estimates
2014 – 15 Estimates
2015 – 16 Estimates
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 I
Revenue Receipts of which
2482.22
2606.33
2736.65
2900.85
3103.91
3321.18
a) Sale Tax 382.23 428.10 479.47 537.01 601.45 673.62 b) State Excise Duties 96.31 105.94 116.53 128.16 140.97 155.07 c) Forestry and Wildlife 22.49 24.28 26.22 28.32 30.58 33.03 d) Non-Ferrous Mining and Metallurgical
Industries 172.01 192.65 215.77 241.66 270.56 303.03
II Capital Receipts 399.67 429.65 459.73 491.91 526.34 563.18
Total Receipts (I+II) 2881.89 3035.98 3196.38 3392.76 3630.25 3884.36 III Revenue Expenditure of which 2400.22 2521.16 2697.64 2886.47 3088.52 3304.72
1) Interest Payment 240.76 246.52 247.31 266.89 286.57 293.56 2) Pension Payment 142.85 154.28 166.62 179.95 174.35 209.90 3) Salaries 1048.73 1097.87 1185.70 1280.56 1383.00 1493.64
IV Capital Expenditure 557.03 596.02 637.74 682.38 730.15 781.26
Total Expenditure (III+IV) 2957.25 3117.18 3335.38 3568.85 3818.67 4085.98 V Revision of Pay Scales, DA etc.
a) DA 27.19 27.47 34.64 35.01 35.36 35.70 b) Revision 40.00 40.00 41.20 42.44 43.71 45.02
Total V 67.19 67.47 75.84 77.45 79.07 80.72 Source :- Finance Department, Government of Meghalaya. Note : Figures in Italic are ‘Actuals’ and were collected by this Office subsequent to the publication of this Table by the Finance
Department.
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Annexure I (para 3.12)
Statement showing receipts – expenditure of the state Government during the period 1995 – 1996 to 2006 – 2007 along with plan and non plan classification of receipts expenditure for the same period.
(Rs. in Crore) 1995–96 1996–97 1997–98 1998–99 1999–00 2000–01 2001–02 2002–03 2003–04 2004–05 2005–06 2006–07
Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Revenue Receipts
683.89
730.46
696.75
832.68
943.65
1132.15
1123.37
1288.93
1398.83
1546.13
1746.94
2132.16
Capital Receipts 103.13 66.68 168.81 183.02 289.46 335.91 215.60 240.02 230.62 392.01 454.81 130.78 Total Receipts 787.02 797.14 865.56 1015.70 1233.11 1468.06 1338.97 1528.95 1629.45 1938.14 2201.75 2262.94
Revenue Expenditure 580.39 616.95 685.11 815.41 927.79 1079.48 1156.93 1204.55 1313.69 1596.34 1674.48 1907.48 Capital Expenditure 198.13 168.49 165.62 192.08 267.62 344.40 238.03 319.04 456.17 408.43 332.61 412.61 Total Expenditure 778.52 785.44 850.73 1007.49 1195.41 1423.88 1394.96 1523.59 1769.86 2004.77 2007.09 2320.09
Plan Revenue Receipts
243.40 260.24 254.52 363.83 391.84 453.56 422.22 468.43 573.79 582.02 594.66 660.25
Plan Capital Receipts 69.44 63.35 62.00 133.63 154.77 140.80 155.72 230.32 319.20 232.44 194.04 243.69 Total Plan receipts 312.84 323.59 316.52 497.46 546.61 594.36 577.94 698.75 892.99 814.46 788.70 903.94
Non Plan Revenue Receipts
440.49 470.22 442.23 468.85 551.81 678.59 701.05 820.50 861.04 964.11 1152.28 1471.91
Non Plan Capital Receipts
33.69 3.33 106.81 49.39 134.69 195.11 59.88 9.69 -88.58 159.57 260.76 -112.91
Total Non Plan Receipts
474.18 473.55 549.04 518.24 686.50 873.70 760.93 830.19 772.46 1123.68 1413.04 1359.00
Total Receipts 787.02 797.14 865.56 1015.70 1233.11 1468.06 1338.87 1528.94 1665.45 1938.14 2201.74 2262.94 Total Plan
Expenditure 304.71 297.74 296.32 348.30 388.61 550.28 461.52 497.99 581.66 743.82 756.97 885.11
Total Non Plan Expenditure
473.81 487.70 554.41 659.19 806.80 873.60 933.44 1025.60 1188.20 1260.95 1250.12 1434.98
Total Expenditure 778.52 785.44 850.73 1007.49 1195.21 1423.88 1394.96 1523.59 1769.86 2004.77 2007.09 2320.09 Source :- Finance Department, Government of Meghalaya.
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Annexure II (para 3.16)
The State’s dependency on the central support of the plan expenditure
Year Plan outlays Central assistance % of Central funding
1 2 3 4
1997 – 1998
382.00
253.97
66.48% 1998 – 1999 400.00 363.28 90.82% 1999 – 2000 465.00 389.07 83.67% 2000 – 2001 480.00 440.87 91.85% 2001 – 2002 487.00 411.32 84.46% 2002 – 2003 545.00 467.43 85.77% 2003 – 2004 555.00 537.79 96.90% 2004 – 0205 716.34 575.04 80.27% 2005 – 2006 800.00 591.66 73.96% 2006 – 2007 900.00 570.00 63.33%
Source :- Planning Department, Government of Meghalaya.
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Annexure III (para 3.17)
Receipts and Expenditure of the Government of Meghalaya
(Rs. in Crores)
Years Receipts Expenditures
Capital Revenue Total Capital Revenue Total 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
2000 – 2001
153.51
1132.15
1285.66
368.53
1079.48
1448.01
2001 – 2002 215.60 1123.36 1338.96 238.03 1156.93 1394.96
2002 – 2003 240.02 1288.93 1528.95 319.04 1204.55 1524.59
2003 – 2004 388.31 1398.83 1787.14 456.17 1313.68 1769.85
2004 – 2005 318.48 1546.13 1864.61 408.43 1596.33 2004.76
2005 – 2006 361.32 1746.94 2108.25 332.61 1674.48 2007.09
2006 – 2007 263.16 2142.19 2405.35 412.60 1907.50 2320.10
Source : Annual Financial Statement From 2000 – 2007 Finance Department, Government of Meghalaya.
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Annexure IV (para 3.18)
Overall budgetary position of the state of Meghalaya
(Rs. in Crores)
2000 –2001 (Actuals)
2001 –2002 (Actuals)
2002 – 2003(Actuals)
2003 –2004 (Actuals)
2004 – 2005(Actuals)
2005 – 2006 (Actuals)
2006 – 2007 (Actuals)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1. Opening Balance (+) 1.57 (+) 45.75 (-) 10.25 (-) 4.86 (-) 145.28 (-) 211.91 (-) 17.26
2. Revenue
(a) Receipt
(b) Expenditure
(c) Surplus or Deficit on Revenue account
1132.15
1123.38 1288.93 1398.83 1546.13 1746.94
2142.19
1079.48 1156.93 1204.55 1313.68 1596.33 1674.48 1907.50
(+) 52.67 (-) 33.57 (+) 84.38 (+) 85.13 (-) 50.21 (+) 72.46 (+) 234.69
3. Capital
(a) Receipt
(b) Expenditure
(c) Surplus or Deficit on Capital account
16234.34
10392.58 9878.81 11123.68 3684.40 12814.59
7484.87
16242.83 10415.01 9957.83 11349.23 3700.82 12692.40 7776.70
(-) 8.49 (-) 22.43 (-) 79.02 (-) 225.55 (-) 16.42 (+) 72.46 (-) 291.83
Overall Surplus or Deficit (+) 44.18 (-) 56.00 (+) 5.36 (-) 140.32 (-) 66.63 (+) 194.65 (-) 57.14
Closing Balance (+) 45.75 (-) 10.25 (-) 4.86 (-) 145.28 (-) 211.91 (-) 17.26 (-) 74.39
Source : Annual Financial Statement From 2000 – 2007
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Finance Department, Government of Meghalaya. ANNEXURE V
(Para 3.19)
Revenue receipt of the Government of Meghalaya from different sources of revenue for the years 2000 – 2007
(Rs. in Crores) Sources 2000 –2001
(Actuals) 2001 – 2002
(Actuals)
2002 – 2003 (Actuals)
2003 – 2004 (Actuals)
2004 – 2005 (Actuals)
2005 – 2006 (Actuals)
2006 – 2007 (Actuals)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. Tax Revenue
118.62 (25.12)
135.97 (14.38)
144.87 (13.25)
402.76 (28.96)
476.77 (31.19)
603.23 (34.97)
751.92 (35.19)
2. Non-Tax Revenue
86.66 (11.54)
94.07 (9.95)
92.78 (8.48)
128.95 (9.27)
133.49 (8.72)
146.00 (8.46)
184.37 (8.63)
3. Grants-In-Aids And Contribution
545.49 (72.66)
715.33 (75.66)
855.70 (78.26)
859.12 (61.77)
918.33 (60.08)
975.66 (56.56)
1200.32 (56.18)
Total : 750.77 (100)
945.37 (100)
1093.35 (100)
1390.83 (100)
1528.59 (100)
1724.89 (100)
2136.61 (100)
Source : Annual Financial Statement From 2000 – 2007 Finance Department, Government of Meghalaya.
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Annexure VI (para 3.20)
Form D-1
Select Fiscal Indicators
Sl. Nol
Items 2006 – 2007 Actual
2007 – 2008 RE
1 2 3 4
1. Gross Fiscal Deficit as percentage of GSDP
1.06
1.10
2. Revenue Surplus as a percentage of Gross Fiscal Deficit
314.94 607.71
3. Revenue Surplus as percentage of GSDP
3.33 6.66
4. Revenue Surplus as percentage of TRR
10.96 15.69
5. Total Liabilities – GSDP Ratio (%)
33.16 34.70
6. Total Liabilities as a Ratio Total Revenue Receipts (%)
109.16 81.72
7. Total Liabilities – State’s Own Revenue Expenditure (%)
479.29 517.13
8. State’s Own Revenue Receipts to Revenue Expenditure (%)
29.14 24.19
9. Capital Outlay as percentage of Gross Fiscal Deficit
362.27 532.92
10. Interest Payment as a percentage of Revenue Receipts
9.48 6.95
11. Salary expenditure as a percentage of Revenue Receipts
34.47 26.10
12. Pension Expenditure as a percentage of Revenue Receipts
4.35 2.59
13. Non Developmental Expenditure as percentage of Aggregate Disbursements
29.08 20.49
14. Gross Transfer from the Centre as Percentage of Aggregate Disbursements
74.06 81.64
15. Non Tax Revenue as percentage of TRR 8.61 5.56
Source : Finance Department, Government of Meghalaya.
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CHAPTER – IV
INTERIM REPORT Paragraph 2(iv) of the Government of Meghalaya Resolution No. F(PR) - 21/2007/33 dated 20th September, 2007 mandates this Pay Commission to examine the desirability and the need for consideration of relief of interim character in case of increase in the cost of living during the deliberation of the Commission and to make recommendations as may be considered desirable and feasible. 4.1.1. It was more than a year ago that this Commission has started functioning with full speed. While the entire gamut of emolument structure along with conditions of service and other related issues of the State Government employees is under detailed and comprehensive examination of the Commission and is likely to be completed shortly, we feel that in view of the unprecedented price rise during the course of the current year there is justification in extending grant of relief of an interim character to the State Government employees even though the State Government has given another dose of dearness allowance w.e.f. July, 2008. 4.1.2. Taking all relevant factors into consideration, the Commission recommends that all State Government employees may be given relief of 10% of the basic pay, including Dearness Pay subject to the minimum of Rs.400/- p.m. Corresponding relief may also be extended to the pensioners. This will take effect from the salary of December, 2008, and will eventually be adjusted in the final recommendations of the Commission. Dated Shillong, Sd/- The 25th November, 2008. (K.K.Sinha) Chairman Sd/- (H.W.T.Syiem) Member
Sd/- (B.Kharmalki)
Member
Sd/- (I.K.Sangma)
Member
Sd/- (B.K.Dev Varma)
Member)
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Chapter – V
Floor and Ceiling of Pay Structure
5.1. The Pay Commission has to attend to two basic issues before the pay structure can be given a final shape. These are: to determine the minimum salary of a Government employee and also the maximum salary which an employee in the State shall be entitled to. 5.2. One of the standard methods employed to determine the minimum remuneration is a Family Budget Survey of the expenditure of the lowest level of the government employees in the State. As decided by the Commission in its first meeting the Directorate of Economics & Statistics were requested to undertake the survey for the month of October, 2007. 5.3. The Directorate submitted the report in April, 2007; for the purpose of the survey the standard working class family at the entry level is normally taken to comprise three consumption units per earner. It was a sample survey covering all the districts and the data was as follows:
Per Capita consumer
expenditure
District West Garo Hills
East Garo Hills
South Garo Hills
West Khasi Hills
Ri Bhoi
East Khasi Hills
Jaintia Hills
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Food
1189.74
728.74
928.51
886.19
720.83
649.21
768.51
Non Food 724.26 1120.26 931.49 983.81 1073.74 1193.79 965.49
Total Consumption
1914.00 1831.00 1860.00 1870.00 1794.57 1843.00 1734.00
Accordingly, the average State monthly consumer expenditure of a Grade “D” employee came to 1835.22; or, taking a family of three units, the figure comes to 5506.66 or say, 5510. 5.3.1. To estimate the range within which the “true” value of this average may lie, Statisticians use a formula called “Standard Deviation” as, the results of such surveys are generally considered to be an approximation. It was even more necessary in this case for the following factors:
(i) The sample size was not very big; (ii) The data was based on unfiltered reportage of respondents.
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This weakness in sample survey is inherent; the respondents can be helped but not questioned;
(iii) The data was for October, 2007 only as asked for by the Commission. The Commission did not have the time to get the Survey conducted for 12 consecutive months “to capture seasonal factors affecting the Budget and pattern of consumption.”
5.3.2. Applying the Standard Deviation formula to the data a range of +53.41 was obtained. That is, the “true” figure for average State monthly consumer expenditure for a group “D” employee household lies within the range of Rs.5340 – 5670. Taking the higher figure as a guide, the minimum salary of the employees should not be lower than Rs.5670 on revision. The actual salary of the lowest paid grade “D” , employee on 1.1. 08 was:
Minimum of ‘D’ Scale
Add Dearness Pay The D.A rate of 47% as on 1.1.08
Total Minimum salary on 1.01.08
2440 1220 1720.20 5380.00 5.4. The Commission elsewhere has dealt with the issue that the State pay Scales need not be based on the Central Pay scales though the latter should be kept in mind in determining the pay scales. In case of ‘Minima’, however, historically, there has always been a parity. The Commission, therefore, took recommendations of the Sixth Central Pay Commission into account for determining the ‘Minima’. 5.5. There has been a general feeling that the minimum salary recommended by the Sixth Central Pay Commission is Rs.6660/-; but this is not a fact. Rs.6660/- is the minimum recommended for a group ‘C’ employee. The minimum of the lowest scale (-1s) is the Pay Band of Rs.4440/- + Grade Pay of Rs.1300/- bringing the total to Rs.5740/- as on 01.01.06. The corresponding pre-revised scale is 2550-55-2660-60-3200; that is, the lowest scale for group ‘D’ employees. The Central Commission had earlier computed the minimum wage at Rs.5479/- p.m. based on the 15th International Labour Conference norms taking the prices of various items as on 01.01.06 but deliberately and consciously, decided to recommend the higher minimum pay to make the government employees better motivated and more efficient (pp. 533-54 - of the 6th Central Pay Commission report). 5.6. The Sixth Central Pay Commission has also recommended eventual abolition of Group ‘D’ employees by absorbing these employees in Group ‘C’ by enhancing their educational qualification or skills by further re- training or making them fit for multi-task jobs. Till such time that they are fully upgraded, the pay scales in Group ‘D’ would continue to be available as a stop gap arrangement without being an integral part of the regular pay scales recommended by the Sixth Central Pay Commission. This is the reason why it was reported in a section of the media that the minimum salary recommended by the Sixth Pay Commission is Rs.6600/- (which has been increased by the central Govt. to Rs.7000/-) as the lowest rung in P B -1). 5.7. As this Commission is not in favour of recommending abolition of Group ‘D’ in the local conditions prevailing in the State, the minimum of the lowest scale applicable to Group ‘D’ employees as per recommendations of the Sixth Central Pay
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Commission is taken as the ‘Minima’ for our use. This is Rs.5740/- (Rs. 4440/- in the Pay Band of – IS and Grade Pay of Rs.1300/-) on 01.01.06 which needs to be extrapolated up to the date of effect which the Commission will finally decide upon. 5.8. Date of Effect: In the cases of previous Commissions both Central and the State, we find that the date of effect invariably was either a date during the tenure of the Commission or a prospective date. The Table at Annexure 4.1 gives the details. The only exception is the 6th Central Pay Commission, which was set up on 5th October, 2006 and submitted its report on 24th March, 2008 but recommended the date of effect to be 01.01.2006. This they have done in keeping with the recommendation of the 5th Central Pay Commission and in “ consonance with demands of a majority of the Associations of Government Employees” ( Para 2.2.7 at page 37 of the Sixth Central Pay Commission Report). We do not wish to accept this argument and propose to follow the precedents set by previous Commissions, State or Central. We recommend that the date of implementation of the recommendations be from 01.01.2008. 5.9. ‘Minima & Maxima’ Earlier we have accepted that Rs.5740/-be the floor of lowest scale but as on 01.01.06. Computing this to 01.01 2008, taking the Dearness Allowances applicable to the revised Pay scale, the figure comes to approximately 6450/-. We recommend the ‘Minimum’ to be Rs.6500/-. This represents a growth of 2.664 times the floor of 1996, which was 2440/-. The ceiling of the pay scale could be calculated keeping this factor in mind and becomes 46,000/-. The ratio of the ‘ Maximum’ to ‘Minimum’ comes to 7.08.
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Annexure – 4.1 (para 5.8)
Statement indicating the constitution of the Central Pay Commissions and
the Meghalaya State Pay Commissions.
Central Pay Commissions Meghalaya State Pay Commissions Date of constitution Date of
submission of the Report
Time taken to submit the
Report
Date of Effect
Date of constitution
Date of submission of
the Report
Time taken to submit the Report
Date of Effect
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
1st CPC May, 1946 May, 1947 One year 1.1.1948 1st MPC 1st Aug, 1978 24th Sep, 1979
One year and one month.
1.1.1979
2nd CPC August, 1957 August, 1959 Two years 1.1.1960 2nd
MPC 9th Oct, 1986 31st May, 1988
One year and seven months.
1.1.1987
3rd CPC April, 1970 March, 1973 Three years 1.1.1973 3rd MPC
28th March, 1995 Feb, 1997
One year and eleven months.
1.1.1996
4th CPC July, 1983
June, Dec 1986 and May, 1987 (3 reports)
Three years and eleven
months 1.1.1986 4th
MPC 20th Sept, 2007 Dec, 2008 One year and three months
5th CPC 9th April, 1994 Jan, 1997 Two years and
ten months 1.1.1996
6th CPC 5th Oct, 2006 24th March, 2008
One year and five months 1.1.2006
Note: On attainment of Statehood in 1972, the Government of Meghalaya adopted the 1973 Revised Scales of Pay, incorporated in the Reportof
the Assam Pay Commission, 1973, for its employees. The Revised Pay Scales were made effective from 1st January, 1973.
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CHAPTER - VI
Rationalisation of Pay Scales and Pay Structure
6.1. There has been a persistent demand from the Associations and individuals to have parity of State Pay Scale with those of the Central Government. This question was examined in depth by both the Second and Third Meghalaya Pay Commissions. 6.2. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission has this to say: “ The overall tribal society, especially in rural areas of the State, is basically egalitarian and` the social/ economic disparities are much lesser than found in other parts of the country. Almost all the Service Associations and individual memorialists have represented that a substantial difference exists between the pay structure of the Central Government employees and a demand was made that there should be a parity between the two. The Commission has examined the matter carefully, and on comparison of the total pay packets of the Central and State Government Employees, it is found that a broad parity does exist even at the present because the State Government employees get allowances like the Hill Allowance not admissible to the Central Government employees and since 1983 a similar DA formula has been followed for both categories ……. The Commission, after considering all the above factors, is of the view that the changes in the existing pay structure of the Government employees should be such that the employees at the lower level are assured minimum living wages while the employees at the higher rank of services are provided comfort so that they can devote whole heartedly in developing the State. In addition, the Commission is of the view that taking this into account the egalitarian nature of the society in Meghalaya the disparities in emoluments of various categories be reduced on the socialistic pattern subject to the requirement of administrative efficiency and discipline. Last but not the least, the Commission is of the view that the pay structure of the government employees must be so framed that the developmental needs of the poor masses of the State are not sacrificed and the government servants do not become a new ‘elite’ in the society. Till such time that the resource base of the State improves, any pay structure of the State Government employees will have to take into account the pattern and quantum of Central assistance available to the State and cannot be divorced from realities of life”. (Para 4.1.3 at pp 77 of the 2nd Meghalaya Pay Commission Report) 6.3. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission continued in the same vein. : “The Commission is of the view that the pay scales of the employees should be fixed with reference to the capacity of the State Government to meet the cost of establishment without sacrificing the quality and performance of the various developmental schemes of the State. The method of recruitment, the qualification prescribed and the fact that the Central Government employees have to serve in any part of the country no comparison can be valid with the service condition of the State Government employees, which are mostly required to serve within Meghalaya” (Para 5.3 at pp 75 of 3rd Meghalaya Pay Commission Report).
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6.4. The following table published by the Directorate of Economics and Statistics in the Statistical Handbook Meghalaya, 2007 confirms the statement of the 2nd Meghalaya Pay Commission that the State is dependent on Central Assistance and that of the 3rd Meghalaya Pay Commission that the pay scales of the State Government employees should be fixed with reference to the capacity of the State Government to meet the cost of establishment.
Revenue Receipts of the State of Meghalaya
(Rs. In Lakhs) Sl
No. Heads 2003-2004
Actual 2004-2005
Actual 2005-2006
(RE ) 2006-2007
(BE) 1 2 3 4 5 6
1.
Share of Central Taxes
22508.00
26904.00
35256.00
42141.00
2. State Taxes 17768.11 20773.29 22285.00 26839.00
3. Non Tax Revenue 12894.84 13349.32 15683.00 17348.00
4. Grants-in-aid from the
centre
86711.59 93586.17 126864.95 159485.00
5. Total Revenue Receipts 139882.54 154612.78 200653.95 245813.00
Percentage of Sl.4 to Sl.5 which estimates level of dependence of the State on the Centre
61.00% 65.21% 58.16% 54.13%
6.5. After detailed discussions the Commission agreed with the earlier Pay Commissions and reached the conclusion that the State Government Pay Scales should not be equal to the Central pay scales; only at the floor level there should be a parity and decided to continue with the same trend for revision of the pay scales. 6.6. The Terms of Reference to the Commission enjoin upon us the need to look at the pay scales of the State Governments of the NE Region and to keep a general parity with them as far as practicable. The table placed below will show that the pay scales in Meghalaya is generally in parity with those available in other states and the Region.
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Statement showing minimum and maximum scales on pay of various states
Sl. No.
Name of States Minimum Maximum Date of Effect
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5 6
1
Meghalaya
2440 - 3680
13200 - 17000
1.1.1996
2 Manipur 2550 - 3200 14300 - 18300 1.1.1996
3 Assam 2450 - 3670 11025 - 17000 1.1.1996
4 Nagaland 2550 - 3200 16400 - 20900 1.6.1998 (notionally)
5 Mizoram & Arunachal Pradesh
Following Central
scales of pay
PAY STRUCTURE
6.7. Before the constitution of the First Meghalaya Pay Commission, State Government employees in Meghalaya were getting the scales of pay recommended by Assam Pay Commission, 1973 as accepted by the Government of Assam. There were 34 pay scales : 17 Primary and 17 Secondary ranging from 190 – 250 to 1600 – 2100. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission recommended in September, 1979, 28 pay scales: 14 Primary and 14 Secondary, which were accepted by the State Government. In course of time two more non standard scales of pay were added taking the number to 30(thirty), ranging from 300 – 425 to 1800 – 2500. 6.8. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission recommended in May, 1988 a set of 24 pay scales removing the nomenclature of Primary and Secondary but attaching Extended Scales to 12 scales of pay (covering all scales of class IV and III and the first two scales of class II) ranging from 820 – 1175 to 5000 – 6080. The Extended Scales were designed to take care of stagnation due to non existent or restricted scope for promotion. 6.9. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission recommended in February, 1997 the same set of 24 pay scales with 12 Extended Scales attached to the first 12 Pay Scales ranging from 2440 – 3680 to 13200 – 17000. Classwise distribution of scales are same as before; that is, one in class IV, 9 in class III, six in class II and eight in class I. The span of scales are 24 years in first 13 cases, with Extended Scales of 15 years and thereafter it gradually decreases to eight years. All have four or three stages with one E.B. 6.10. After careful consideration of all the materials placed before the Commission and an in-depth study of the various requests made by a number of associations, group or individuals for changes in their respective pay scales, the Commission has reached the conclusion that a total number of 22 Scales of Pay should be sufficient. This is given in the Annexure 5.1. To take care of the problems of stagnation, isolated posts and lack of adequate opportunities for promotion the Commission has already decided to recommend a Scheme for Assured Career Progression, details of which are given elsewhere. In view of this development, the Commission has not recommended continuation of the system of Extended Scales. There are generally 3 stages in the scales
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with one EB; exception being the higher scales in class I, which are for promotion posts. Reduction of two scales has come about due to merging together of the pre-revised Pay Scales of 5100 – 8740 and 5300 – 9180 and 5750 – 10120 and 5900 – 10440. 6.11. The Primary Scale of 525 – 1050 was revised to 1700 – 3070 by the 2nd Pay Commission and thereafter by the 3rd Pay Commission to 5100 – 8740. The Primary Scale of 575 – 1200, the Secondary Scale of 700 – 1225 and a non Standard Scale of 600 – 1225 were revised to 1750 – 3230 by the 2nd Pay Commission and to 5300 – 9180 by the 3rd Pay Commission. But in course of time quite a few posts which had the scale of 1700 – 3070 before 1996 have been accommodated in 5300 – 9180. The Commission, therefore, feels that it would be more equitable if the two scales i.e. 5100 – 8740 and 5300 – 9180 are merged into one scale.
There are a few posts of nursing staff, with scales of pay of 1750 – 3230
which, on conscious consideration, were revised to 5500 – 9760 by the 3rd Pay Commission. Along with them, however, a few more posts have been added without any reason or any deliberate application of mind. These posts have been brought back to the combined scale.
6.12. There are a limited number of posts carry the scale of 5750 – 10120. There are only eight types of posts carrying this scale. It appears that the First Pay Commission wanted to give some weightage to some posts which were to be, at that time, in the scale of 625 – 1350. The next two scales which were available were Secondary Scales and, therefore, in a bid to formulate a new Primary Scale between 625 – 1350 and 700 – 1550 this scale of 675 – 1450 was put in place. This was eventually revised to 5750 – 10120 by the 3rd Pay Commission (Post 2nd Pay Commission was 1875 – 3700). Presently, since scales are not being categorized as Primary and Secondary, this scale of 5750 – 10120 can be easily and without any problem merged with the scale 5900 – 10440. There are a fairly large number of posts carrying the latter scale. 6.13. Fixation of Pay: A very simple methodology is being suggested for fixation of the salary in the revised Pay Scale. The existing Basic Pay (it should be ensured that Dearness Pay is not being included) of the State Government employee as on 01.01.08 be multiplied by a factor of 2.66 and thereafter to fix the basic pay at the next higher stage in the revised pay scale applicable to that particular pay scale.
ANNEXURE – 5.1
(Para 6.10)
RECOMMENDED PAY STRUCTURE
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Sl. No.
1996 Scales (main)
Span (Yrs) (with
Extended Scales)
Proposed Scale of Pay Span (Yrs)
1 2 3 4 5
1
2440 – 3680
39
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
24
2 2650 – 4130 39 7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180 24
3 2900 – 4620 39 7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160 24
4 3100 – 5060 39 8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 24
5 3450 – 5650 39 9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 24
6 3725 – 6165 39 9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000 24
7 3975 – 6655 39 10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280 24
8 4250 – 7170 39 11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 24
9 4500 – 7660 39 12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200 24
10 4900 – 8300 39 13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740 24
11 5100 – 8740 39 Merged with No.12
12 5300 – 9180 39 14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 24
13 5500 – 9760 24 14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220 24
14 5750 – 10120 23 Merged with No.15
15 5900 – 10440 22 15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180 24
16 6100 – 10795 21 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 24
17 6350 – 11130 18 17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 24
18 6850 – 11600 17 18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130 21
19 7750 – 12115 16 20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020 16
20 8750 – 13100 15 23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050 15
21 10000 – 14075 13 26700-800-30700-900-37900 13
22 10750 – 14800 12 28700-900-34100-1000-40100 12
23 11750 – 15625 10 31300-1000-36300-1100-41800 10
24 13200 – 17000 8 35300-1100-40800-1300-46000 9
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CHAPTER – VII
ALLOWANCES 7.1.1. The terms of reference enjoin on the Commission to recommend a comprehensive pay package that would be suitably linked to promoting efficiency, productivity and economy through rationalisation of structures, organization and systems within the Government, by taking into account the existing amenities and facilities admissible to State Government employees, such as Dearness Allowance, Medical Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Hill Allowance, Travelling Allowance, Winter Allowance, other Compensatory Allowances, Special Pay, etc. 7.1.2. Large number of demands and requests of various Service Associations/ Unions and also different Departments/Offices of the State Government have been given due care and consideration. Such requests have also been examined during the interaction sessions with the Administrative and Heads of Departments. This Commission’s studied consideration and recommendations on different allowances including the Compensatory Allowances are given in the succeeding paragraphs:
DEARNESS ALLOWANCE
7.2.1. The payment of Dearness Allowance to the government employees has been related to the All India Consumer Price Index (AICPI) for Industrial Workers (Base 1960 = 100). The First Meghalaya Pay Commission had recommended a scheme of Dearness Allowance known as the ‘Value Per Point of Index System’ which was linked to the AICPI for Industrial Workers (Base 1960 = 100). As the compensation was only for the rise in the prices of the basket of consumption goods, the Dearness Allowance had been made uniform for all categories of employees irrespective of pay range, with the periodicity of payment fixed at 6 months interval on the basis of the index average of the preceding six months. 7.2.2. The ‘Value Per Point of Index System’ did not find favour with the Service Associations, who vehemently demanded for a switch over to the Central Government pattern of Dearness Allowance and this consequently prompted the State Government to switch over to the Central Pattern of Dearness Allowance from 1-10-83.
7.2.3. While examining the then existing scheme of Dearness Allowance the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission found itself in broad agreement with the recommendations of the Fourth Central Pay Commission on the pattern of payment of Dearness Allowance to the Central Government employees. On the recommendation of the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission the State Government introduced a new scheme of Dearness Allowance from 1.1.1987, based on the pattern of the Central Government, with slight modifications. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission saw no reason to deviate from the scheme and, as such, recommended its continuance with adjustments in the rates on account of the revised pay scales. 7.2.4. The present Commission has examined in great detail the existing scheme of Dearness Allowance and noted that the State Government has been following the
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Government of India’s pattern of Dearness Allowance, as recommended by the Fifth Central Pay Commission, by adopting the AICPI (IW) using the 1982 series for estimation of Dearness Allowance. The Commission has also examined the recommendations of the Sixth Central Pay Commission regarding the scheme of Dearness Allowance for Central Government employees and is in agreement with the recommendations. 7.2.5. The Commission noted that the Government of India has developed a new series with base 2001, with effect from January, 2006, with the possibility of generating the back data series through a stipulated linking factor of 4.63. The Commission agrees with the view of the Sixth Central Pay Commission that the weightage emerging from this series is more representative of the current consumption basket.
7.2.6. The Commission also examined the submissions received from various Service Associations who have suggested the continuance of the existing scheme of Dearness Allowance. It recommends that the existing pattern of sanctioning Dearness Allowance twice a year, payable on 1st January and 1st July and the use of the AICPI (IW) for estimating Dearness Allowance may be continued in the revised scales of pay subject to the following modifications:-
(a) With effect from 1.1.2008, Dearness Allowance may be granted to
compensate the price increase above 605 points (Base Year 1982=100) [130.66 Points (Base Year 2001=100)]. The AICPI (IW) with the new reference base 2001 may, henceforth, be used for the purpose of calculating Dearness Allowance till it gets revised.
(b) The twelve monthly average price index above 605/130.66 Points may be
determined twice in a year for the period ending December and June and the percentage increase be taken in whole numbers only with fractions of 50 and above to be rounded off and below 50 to be ignored.
(c) The rate of compensation to the employees over the basic pay at the index
average may also be taken in whole numbers with fractions of 50 and above to be rounded off and below 50 to be ignored.
(d) 100 per cent neutralization may be allowed uniformly for all employees.
MEDICAL ALLOWANCE
7.3.1. Prior to 1979, medical expenses incurred by government employees were reimbursed by the Government under the coverage of two schemes – the Contributory Health Service Scheme which was confined to employees posted in Shillong and the Liberalised Medical Attendance Rules which were applicable to employees not covered by the former scheme. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission noted that the schemes had resulted in malpractices and the reimbursement of medical expenses had, on the whole, become a source of profit and was, therefore, unsure whether the scheme could be rectified by suitable modification or by the introduction of a new scheme. 7.3.2. The Commission, therefore, recommended that the scheme should be replaced by the grant of a flat amount of Rs.30.00 per month as Medical Allowance to all categories of employees to cover the expenses on ordinary ailments not requiring prolonged treatments or hospitalisation. The Commission also recognised that in cases of treatment of
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persons suffering from fell diseases and ailments requiring prolonged treatment or hospitalisation and for specialised treatment in specialised institutions outside the State, including complicated operations like cardiac and thoracic surgery, facilities for the purpose should be available to the Government employees and members of their families. 7.3.3. Government accepted the aforesaid recommendations of the First Meghalaya Pay Commission and sanctioned Medical Allowance of Rs.30.00 per month to all categories of employees and also introduced the Meghalaya Medical Attendance Rules, 1981 with effect from 1st May, 1981. In consideration of the increase in the prices of medicines, the Government enhanced the rate of Medical Allowance to Rs.75.00 per month to all State Government employees, including the pensioners and family pensioners. 7.3.4. Having taken note of the background for the grant of Medical Allowance and also the system prevailing under the Government of India, the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission recommended the introduction of a scheme in line with the Central Government Health Scheme to cover employees at Shillong and the District Headquarters and later to the Sub-Divisional Headquarters and establishments with large concentration of employees, e.g., Civil Secretariat, Government Press, etc. The Commission also recommended the introduction of Health Insurance Scheme on the lines of “Medi-claim Scheme” along with nominal Medical Allowance of Rs.25.00 per month. Pending the above, it recommended the continuance of the Medical Allowance at the existing rate of Rs.75.00 per month. 7.3.5. Government vide Resolution 10, dated 30th June, 1988, accepted the above recommendation and decided the aforesaid composite Scheme should be examined by the Finance and the Health Departments before final decision. Government also granted Medical Allowance at the enhanced rate of Rs.100.00 per month with effect from 1st April, 1988, to all categories of employees including pensioners and family pensioners. With effect from 1st August, 1992, the allowance was further increased to Rs.200.00 per month. 7.3.6. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission noted that a routine checkup and the prescription required a minimum expense of Rs.100.00. It also noted that in Government Hospitals and institutions the availability of medicines was inadequate and took the view that there was a good case for enhancing the existing rate of the Medical Allowance to Rs.500.00 per month. 7.3.7. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission also observed that the Meghalaya Medical Attendance Rules, 1981, as amended, are generally adequate and compared well with other State Governments provisions. 7.3.8. Government, accepted the aforesaid recommendation of the Third Meghalaya Pay Commission but decided to enhance the rate of Medical Allowance from Rs.200.00 to Rs.300.00 per month with effect from 1st August, 1997. Government further increased the amount of Medical Allowance to Rs.350.00 per month with effect from 1st January, 2004 to meet one of the 10- Points Charter of Demands of the Meghalaya State Government Employees’ Federation and the demand of the All Meghalaya Group ‘D’ Service Association. 7.3.9. The Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission has received submissions from various Service Associations for revision of the existing rate of this Allowance and after examination of all aspects, the Commission recommends that the rate of Medical Allowance be raised to Rs.700.00p.m.
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MEGHALAYA MEDICAL ATTENDANCE RULES (1981)
7.4.1. The Commission also examined in detail the provisions of the Meghalaya Medical Attendance Rules, 1981 (as amended) and is of the view that certain modifications may be required in the rules as given below:-
(a) Rule 14 of the Meghalaya Medical Attendance Rules, 1981 provides that a Medical Allowance at a flat rate, as may be fixed by Government from time to time, shall be paid to every Government servant to cover the expenses on minor ailments not requiring prolong treatment or hospitalisation outside Government hospitals. The rule, however, does not indicate the grant of Medical Allowance to the State Government pensioners/Family Pensioners, including retired AIS Officers of the Joint-Assam – Meghalaya Cadre and also retired judges of the High Court having jurisdiction over and residing in Meghalaya.
(b) Rule 7(1) of the Rule ibid. says that the existing provision in the table below the rule prescribes the scale of accommodation of patients in terms of the pay of the Government employees/pay of the pensioner immediately before retirement. The Commission recommends that the classification for the entitlement of the scale of accommodation to be considered on the basis of the existing classification as Group ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’ or ‘D’, as the case may be.
(c) Rule 3(g) of the Rules ibid. defining the scope of the term “family members” is ambiguous.
7.4.2. The Commission also recommends that the following terms may be modified/added in the Rules ibid -
(a) “Wife” may also include judicially separated wife.
(b) “Parents” to also include “stepmother” and adopted parents. In case of adopted parents the real parents are to be excluded. Also, only the legal first wife of the adopted father to be included as family member. A female Government employee may opt to include either her parents or her parents-in-law. Change of option may be allowed only once during service.
(“Dependency” for purpose of the concession under the rule has not been defined).
(c) “Unmarried daughters” not exceeding 25 years in age to be modified as –
“Till she starts earning or get married, whichever is earlier, irrespective of age-limit. Also to include widowed daughters and dependent divorced/ separated daughters irrespective of age-limit.”
(d) “Son” till he starts earning or attains the age of 25 years, whichever is earlier.
(e) “Son” suffering from permanent disability of any kind (physical or mental) with no age-limit.
(f) “Unmarried sisters” including widowed sisters solely dependent, without age-limit.
(g) Minor brothers.
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7.4.3. The Commission further noted that Rule 4A (3) of the Rules ibid. provides that the bills/claims duly signed by the Authorised Medical Attendant requires prior certification of the Director of Health Services (MI) as to the admissibility for sanction of reimbursement by the competent authority. The system/procedure results in apparent delay and thus the Commission recommends consideration for delegation of certifying power on District Heads of the Health Department with scale(s) of power as may be appropriately laid down. 7.4.4. The Commission observed that under Rule 11 and 12 ibid. the patient and the Attendant allowed to travel in connection with medical treatment by the Authorised Medical Attendant by air, rail or road is/are entitled to draw the actual journey expenses only but no Daily Allowance is admissible. Under the Central Government Rules, T.A. and D.A. are allowed for the period of journey except haltage Daily Allowance. The Commission recommends suitable modification of the rule in this regard. 7.4.5. The Commission also observed that no provision in cases where both the husband and wife are serving Government employees under the State/Central or local bodies/autonomous organisation/Government undertakings in connection with medical treatment and claims for reimbursements appear to exist in the extant rules. Normally, either of them may prefer claim for self and the eligible members of the family and according to his/her status. For the purpose suitable provisions would be necessary in the rules under question requiring furnishing of joint declaration for availing the concession by one of them so that abuse of the facilities can be avoided.
HOUSE RENT ALLOWANCE
7.5.1. House Rent Allowance was introduced from the 1st July, 1970 and confined to employees residing within a radius of 8 km. of Shillong and Jowai towns and the area of the Tura Town Committee while those residing in other areas of the State were debarred from this benefit. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission considered this as not very rational and agreed with the view of some Service Associations that it was discriminatory. On the recommendation of the First Meghalaya Pay Commission the allowance was made admissible throughout the State on the basis of a two-tier rate structure with effect from 1st October, 1979 as follows, subject to the existing terms and conditions :- (a) Shillong, Tura, Jowai and places … 10% of basic pay subject to a minimum
within a radius of 16km. thereof. of Rs.40.00 p.m. (b) Other places … 7½ % of basic pay subject to a minimum of Rs. 40.00 p.m.
7.5.2. The Commission noted that since then there have been significant changes in the conditions and rates of House Rent Allowance granted to the State Government employees on the recommendations of the Second and the Third Meghalaya Pay Commissions. 7.5.3. The Commission has received submissions from all sections of government employees expressing consistent dissatisfaction with the system of granting House Rent Allowance on lump-sum basis without regard to the high rates of house rent in the urban, semi-urban and even rural areas and the acute shortage of suitable accommodation which has put them to great financial strain. The Commission has carefully considered the matter
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and recommends that House Rent Allowance may be granted to the employees based on percentage of pay as indicated below:-
Classification of cities/towns and
other areas. Rate of House Rent Allowance Remarks
1 2 3 (i) Greater Shillong Area 15 % of basic pay subject to a
maximum of Rs.4,000.00 p.m.
(ii) District Headquarters 12½ % of basic pay subject to a maximum of Rs.3,000.00 p.m.
(iii) Other Areas 10% of basic pay subject to a maximum of Rs.2,500.00 p.m.
LICENCE FEE
7.6.1. The Commission noted that the existing flat rates of Licence Fee for different types of government residential accommodation took effect from the 1st January, 1987 and that the pay and allowances of all State Government employees, including the A.I.S. Officers have been revised with effect from 1.1.1996. Keeping in view of the above, the Commission recommends an increase of 2½ times over the existing flat rate(s) of Licence Fee in respect of the different types of Government residential quarters/accommodation as worked out below:-
FLAT RATE OF LICENCE FEE FOR DIFFERENT TYPES OF ACCOMMODATION
Type of
accommodationRange of
living area (Sq. Mt)
Proposed flat rate of licence fee uniformly applicable through-out the State.
Remarks
1 2 3 4 A Up to 30 25 Quarters sharing toilet facilities meant for
more than two quarters.
A Up to 30 38 Quarters sharing toilet facilities meant for two quarters.
A Up to 30 63 Quarters with plinth area less than 300 Sq.ft
A Up to 30 88 Quarters with plinth area of 300 sq. ft. and more.
B 26.5 88 Crash programme type B Quarters with plinth area of 350 Sq.ft being reclassified as type A.
B 32 to 40 150
B 41 to 50 188
C 34.5 150 Crash programme type – C quarters with plinth area of 425 Sq.ft. being reclassified
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as type-B
C 44 to 55 213
C 56 to 65 263
D 59 to 75 288
D 76 to 91.5 363
E Up to 106 463
E Beyond 106 525
E.I Up to 159.5 650
E.I Beyond 159.5
750
E.II 189.5 to 224.5
875
E.III 243 to 350 1250
E.III 350.5 to 522 1500
HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION
Category of suite Living area
(sq.mt.) Proposed flat rate of licence fee
uniformly applicable through-out the country
Remarks
1 2 3 4 1. Single Room
21.5 to 30 163 Single room suits without kitchen
2. - do - 30.5 to 39.5 225 Single room suits without kitchen
3. Double room 48.5 to 60 313 For servants quarters and garages, allotted independent of the regular
accommodation/ hostel, the following flat rates may be recovered :-
(i) Servant quarter ….. Rs.25.00 (ii) Garages ….. Rs.13.00
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YARDSTICK FOR DETERMINATION OF LIVING AREA
Main Building: (a) Room, kitchen, both, latrine,
Store and enclosed verandah.
…. 100 per cent of the floor area.
(b) Verandah, Corridors and Barsati …. 25 per cent of the floor area
(c) Court-yard pucca …. 5 per cent of the floor area
(d) Porch
…. 12.5 per cent of the floor area
Out – houses : (a) Rooms …. 25 per cent of the floor area
(b) Verandahs …. 12.5 per cent of the floor area
7.6.2. Rent for Government accommodation shall be recoverable at the rate of 10 per cent of emoluments or Standard Rent as specified above, whichever is less.
HILL COMPENSATORY ALLOWANCE
7.7.1. Hill Allowance had its origin in the erstwhile composite State of Assam when it then became necessary to attract people from the plains to serve in the hill areas. It was admissible to employees posted outside a radius of 25 km. of Shillong. For those posted within a radius of 25 km. of Shillong, the employees were allowed Shillong Compensatory Allowance to compensate for the high cost of living in Shillong.
7.7.2. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission observed that since Meghalaya had become a separate State and there were considerable improvements in road communications and other infrastructural facilities, this allowance was no longer necessary. Yet the Commission noted that there was still a great deal of reluctance on the part of many government employees to serve in the remote and less developed areas of the State and found there was a case for offering certain incentives to the employees to encourage them to serve in those areas. The Commission however felt that the modality of the incentive needed a change and found that one way of doing so was to merge the two allowances as they served the same objective. The unified system of Hill Allowance applicable to the State was thus introduced from 1.1.1979.
7.7.3. Accordingly, all State Government employees were able to draw Hill Allowance at the following rates:-
(i) 5% of basic pay subject to a maximum of Rs.75/- p.m. in respect of employees posted at Shillong and places within a radius of 16 km. thereof;
(ii) 10% of basic pay subject to a maximum of Rs.150/- p.m. in respect of
employees posted to the District Headquarters of Jowai and Tura and places within a radius of 8 km. thereof;
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(iii)15% of basic pay subject to a maximum of Rs.175/- p.m. in respect of those employees posted to places other than those mentioned at (1) and (2) above.
7.7.4. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission noted that since the original purpose of Hill Allowance was intended to compensate the government employees against the price level at places of posting, the neater and equitable way was to grant Hill Allowance on a slab system. With effect from 1.1.1987, Hill Allowance was granted on the following scales:-
Pay Range Hill Allowance (in rupees) (a) (b) (c)
(i) 4,275 – 6,400 80 200 160 (ii) 2,750 – 4,274 60 160 120 (iii) Below 2,749 40 120 80
Note: (a) Shillong Urban area as defined. (b) District Headquarters Town of Jowai. (c) Areas other than above. 7.7.5. The Second Pay Commission also examined the representation of the State Government employees serving at Guwahati, Calcutta and Delhi regarding grant of some form of compensatory allowance to them and on the recommendation of the Commission, State Government employees serving at these places were paid compensatory allowance at the same rate that a Central Government employee of similar pay range was entitled to. 7.7.6. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission recommended continuance of this compensation under the new name of Hill Compensatory Allowance at a uniform rate. With effect from 1.1.1996 Hill Compensatory Allowance was granted at the uniform rate of Rs.130/- p.m. to all government employees irrespective of the place of posting. 7.7.7. For employees serving at Guwahati, Calcutta and New Delhi the City Compensatory Allowance at the rates available to the employees of the respective State posted in the aforesaid cities was allowed in lieu of Hill Compensatory Allowance. 7.7.8. Submissions were received by the Commission for enhancement of the existing rate of this allowance and considering the fact that Meghalaya is a Hill State, the Commission recommends that Hill Compensatory Allowance at 5% of pay, subject to a maximum of Rs.500.00 per month, be paid to all categories of employees.
WINTER ALLOWANCE
7.8.1. Winter Allowance was first sanctioned in 1948 by the then Government of Assam to compensate government employees for the rigours of winter at higher altitudes and was admissible for a period of October to February (5 months), with the rates having relevance to pay range. The scheme of payment of this allowance has undergone certain changes on the recommendations of successive Meghalaya Pay Commissions. 7.8.2. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission which examined the various suggestions of the Service Associations for improving the scope and coverage of this
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allowance was in agreement with the view that the allowance should be made admissible for a period of 6 months (October – March). Thus with effect from 1.1.1979, Winter Allowance was sanctioned at a uniform rate of 10% of basic pay subject to a maximum of Rs. 50/- p.m. to all government employees drawing pay not exceeding Rs.1200/- p.m. for a period of 6 months. From 1986 Winter Allowance was paid to employees posted at places above 3000 feet (914.63 metres) above mean sea level, at a flat rate of Rs.60/- p.m. 7.8.3. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission examined the modalities of the payment of Winter Allowance vis-à-vis the representation of certain service associations which opined that the minimum temperature of a place, rather than its altitude, should be the criterion for grant of this allowance, citing the example of Williamnagar which was not in the list of stations where the allowance was admissible but was colder than other places where the allowance was given. Since the Commission was not able to obtain temperature data for the purpose it was in favour of continuing with the then existing criterion for selection of stations, that is, the altitude of the place. It therefore recommended that Winter Allowance be granted to employees serving at stations situated 1000 metres or more above mean sea level at the prescribed rates. 7.8.4. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission also received representations that Winter Allowance be extended to new locations not covered by the present scheme. The Commission sought data on mean temperature and other information from various sources including the Meteorological offices of the Central Government and the Deputy Commissioners of all Districts but no adequate information was received. The Commission however received information that winter months in Meghalaya cover only a period of four months, from November to February and accordingly recommended that the allowance be paid for the aforesaid four months only. The present rate of Winter Allowance, payable for the months of November to February, is Rs.200/- p. m. 7.8.5. The Commission has examined the conditions for grant of Winter Allowance and the rates thereof and recommends no change on the period of four months. The Commission further recommends that Winter Allowance at Rs.550.00 p.m. be paid to all categories of employees stationed / posted in the stations / places specified under the existing orders.
TRAVELLING ALLOWANCE 7.9.1. Travelling Allowance is granted to a government employee to cover the expenses incurred by him for his travel on tour or transfer in the interest of public service. The Fundamental Rules define it as an allowance granted to meet personal expenditure necessitated by the special circumstances in which the duty is performed and that the allowance does not on the whole constitute a source of profit to the recipient. The Commission examined the existing entitlements of government employees for the purpose of drawal of travelling allowance and recommends that the existing facilities may continue, depending upon the group-wise classification of services/posts recommended by the Commission. 7.9.2. The Commission also examined the different kinds of travelling allowances admissible to employees to compensate for expenses on travelling. The Commission recommends continuation of the existing practice.
PERMANENT / FIXED TRAVELLING ALLOWANCE
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7.10.1. Permanent /Fixed Travelling Allowance is granted to officers who are required to conduct frequent travels within a specified area of jurisdiction, in lieu of normal travelling allowance to which they may not be entitled. The Commission noted that the officers who receive the allowance should normally be on tour/outside his headquarters for a specified period in a month. 7.10.2. The Commission considered the factors like scale of pay of the post(s), nature of duties and responsibilities, extent of the area of jurisdiction, number of days of travel while on tour, fare and/or mileage charges including expenses on food and boarding, and recommends that the 1996 rates may be doubled. If the rates have been revised in respect of any category of employees, the same will be revised to be equal to double of the 1996 rate.
MILEAGE ALLOWANCE
7.11.1. Mileage Allowance is given to government employees for journeys performed by own car/public vehicles, including State Transport Corporation and for journeys by Government allotted vehicles if cost of P.O.L. is borne by officer performing the journey.
7.11.2. The Commission recommends that the existing scheme prescribed by the
Government may continue. TRANSFER TRAVELLING ALLOWANCE
7.12.1. The Commission examined the modalities relating to the grant of Transfer Grant and Packing Allowance vis-à-vis the Central Government Scheme and recommends that the existing system of having two separate rates in respect of transfer(s) within the State and outside the North East Region be done away with. Instead, a composite grant of one month’s basic pay, in line with the Central Government’s scheme, is recommended for Groups ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’ & ‘D’ employees as per revised classification of grades recommended by the Commission. 7.12.2. Transfer Grant and Packing Allowance shall not be admissible if no change of residence is involved even where the distance between the two stations is more than 20 kms.
7.12.3. Carriage of personal effects : The existing orders may continue.
DAILY ALLOWANCE
7.13.1. Daily Allowance is granted to a government employee to cover the ordinary daily charges incurred by him for each day of his absence from Headquarters on official duty. The Commission recommends an increase of 50 per cent over the existing rates and the revised rates may be automatically increased by 50% whenever the Dearness Allowance payable on the proposed revised scales goes up by 50%.
CONVEYANCE ALLOWANCE
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7.14.1. Conveyance Allowance is a monthly allowance granted to certain categories of government employees who are entitled to allotted government vehicle and who are required to travel intensively within 8 kms of their headquarters in the discharge of their duties under conditions which do not entitle them to Travelling Allowance/Daily Allowance. 7.14.2. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission found that the system was not defective but with the frequent increase in the price of petrol it had ceased to be flexible. The Commission, therefore, recommended that instead of fixing the quantum in monetary terms, the allowance should be indicated in terms of quantum of P.O.L admissible, wherever possible and the eligibility for this allowance should be determined not only on the basis of the nature of duties of the employees but also the distance covered in a month in the performance of official duties. From 1979 the rate of Conveyance Allowance was payable to such employees in the form of P.O.L. 7.14.3. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission was in broad agreement with the approach of the First Meghalaya Pay Commission but it noted that the principle underlying the grant of this allowance had been diluted by subsequent orders issued by Government covering many categories of employees. The Commission felt that this allowance should be paid in kind to specified government employees. It, therefore, recommended fresh grant of this allowance on the basis of the aforesaid criteria. 7.14.4. Government accepted the recommendation of the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission and from 1987 Conveyance Allowance was specifically allotted to government officials identified for entitlement to this allowance. 7.14.5. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission received submissions for inclusion of additional government officials/employees. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission did not agree to extend the coverage of this allowance to employees other than those in the existing list in view of the fact that a great number of officers were allotted government vehicles in addition to Pool Cars. It, therefore, recommended that the existing scheme of Conveyance Allowance and P.O.L. reimbursements be continued at the prescribed rates for entitled government officers. Since 1987 the rates of Conveyance Allowance have remained unchanged. 7.14.6. The Commission found that the existing provisions and scale of P.O.L. reimbursement (Annexure-7.13.) are adequate and may continue but Government may examine the entire scheme in the light of functions, duties and responsibilities attached to the posts. 7.14.7. The Commission further recommends that the Conveyance Allowance in respect of the Estate Assistant, office of the Estate Officer, General Administration Department be enhanced to Rs.300.00 per month from the existing rate of Rs.150.00 per month.
SPECIAL PAY
7.15.1. Special Pay, as defined in F.R. 7(21) of the Meghalaya Fundamental Rules and Subsidiary Rules, 1984, is “an addition, of the nature of pay, to the emoluments of a post or of a government servant, granted in consideration of –
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(a) the specially arduous nature of the duties; or (b) a specific addition to the work or responsibility.”
7.15.2. The original purpose of Special Pay was that it should be applied only in exceptional cases to compensate government employees who were required to perform duties of an arduous nature or specific addition to the responsibilities or work load. 7.15.3. The Commission has examined the system, vis-à-vis the observations of the previous Pay Commissions and the existing list of posts attached with Special Pay under various Departments. It is observed that over the years, the number of posts attached with Special Pay has increased by leaps and bounds and that the original concept has been defeated. In many cases, all the posts in certain service cadres are attached with Special Pay which is against the principles underlying the grant of this benefit. The Commission agrees with the observation of the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission that the aforesaid Fundamental Rule implies that the grant of Special Pay is an exception rather than the rule and that this benefit is basically meant to compensate a government employee who has to work harder or discharge heavier responsibilities than his colleagues holding similar posts.
The Commission, therefore, recommends that -
(a) Special Pay be done away with. However, Special Pay for Cashiers and Assistants handling cash in offices may continue.
(b) Any future consideration for grant of Special Pay should be strictly in conformity with F.R.7(21) of the Meghalaya FR’s & SR’s 1984.
NON-PRACTISING ALLOWANCE
7.16.1. Prior to 1979, Non-Practising Allowance was granted to Medical Officers in lieu of private practice. The main purpose of this allowance is to encourage doctors to serve with dedication in government hospitals and other health centres in the public interest. The allowance is at present admissible only to some categories of Medical Officers of the Health & Family Welfare Department since others are allowed to engage in private practice under certain conditions approved by the Government. 7.16.2. The First and Second Meghalaya Pay Commissions were against the grant of this allowance. They were of the view that it would lead to violation of its spirit and also dampen the morale of other employees. Members of the Engineers Service, Veterinary doctors, etc. had submitted representations to the previous Pay Commissions for the grant of this allowance which were not found justified. 7.16.3. The Commission finds that the scheme of Non-Practising Allowance does not merit consideration.
RURAL ALLOWANCE
7.17.1. Rural Allowance is presently admissible only to the Medical and Health Officers under the Directorate of Health Services serving in Primary Health Centres, etc. located at places categorized as “A”, “B” and “C”. It is intended to motivate these officers to serve in hospitals and other health centres located in rural areas.
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7.17.2. While recommending continuance of this allowance, the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission suggested that categorisation of places was to be reviewed by the Government every three years or so. The Third Pay Commission which examined submissions of various Service Associations for extension of this allowance to other categories of government employees serving in rural areas recommended that this was to be examined by the Government. It did not recommend any change. 7.17.3. The present rates of Rural Allowance admissible to the Medical and Health Officers from 1st January, 2007 are as follows:-
Category ‘A’ - Rs. 500/- Category ‘B’ - Rs. 650/- Category ‘C’ - Rs. 800/-
7.17.4. The Commission has carefully examined the submissions received from various Service Associations that the benefit of Rural Allowance be equally extended to all State Government employees posted/stationed in the place/station the Medical and Health Officers enjoy this benefit and recommends that Rural Allowance be allowed to all employees in the scales indicated below when posted to places other than Sub-Divisional Headquarters/District or State Headquarters:-
Categories of
employees Rate/Amount of Rural
Allowance Remarks
1 2 3 (a) Group ‘A’ (b) Group ‘B’ (c) Group ‘C’ (d) Group ‘D’
Rs.800.00 p.m. Rs.600.00 p.m. Rs.400.00 p.m. Rs.200.00 p.m.
Police personnel attached/ posted in Battalion HQs will not be entitled to this allowance.
MESSING AND UNIFORM ALLOWANCE
7.18.1. Messing and Uniform Allowance is admissible to the nursing staff to subsidise the extra expenditure incurred by them for buying uniforms and compensate their laundry expenses since they are required to maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the discharge of their duties. 7.18.2. Prior to 1979, the nursing staff were given a Uniform Allowance of Rs.120/- in the first year and Rs.40/- in subsequent years. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission examined the matter and in view of the rise in the cost of uniforms recommended raising the rate to Rs.250/- in the first year and Rs.60/- in subsequent years. 7.18.3. With effect from 01-01-1973, the nursing staff were also given a Messing Allowance of Rs.50/- p.m. in order to meet messing and laundry expenses. The First Pay Commission recommended a revised rate of Rs.75/- p.m. 7.18.4. The Second Pay Commission examined the representations of the Meghalaya Government Nursing Services Association and the Trained Nurses Association of India for enhancement of the rates. The Commission recommended revision of the
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Messing Allowance to Rs.150/- p.m. and a Uniform Allowance to Rs.750/- for the first year and Rs.150/- for the subsequent years. 7.18.5. The Third Pay Commission took into account the increase in the cost of uniforms and laundry expenses and recommended that the Messing Allowance be enhanced to Rs.250/- p.m and the Uniform Allowance to Rs.1000/- for the first year and Rs.200/- for subsequent years. 7.18.6. The Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission has examined the existing rates of this allowance and recommends doubling of the existing scales and a little more for Uniform Allowance, that is, Rs.2000/- for the first year and Rs.400/- for subsequent years and the Messing Allowance may be enhanced to Rs.700/- p.m.
SHIFT ALLOWANCE
7.19.1. Shift Allowance is granted to lecturers of Government Colleges who are allowed to take extra classes in the morning or evening in addition to their normal teaching duties to meet the educational needs of the employed youths who are unable to attend regular classes. 7.19.2. The Second Pay Commission recommended that such lecturers be given Shift Allowance of Rs.400/- p.m for a workload of six classes in a week in addition to his normal duties. They were required to submit a certificate of “non-deriving” any income from other sources. The Allowance was subsequently enhanced to Rs.600/- p.m. 7.19.3. The Third Pay Commission found no case for revision of the existing conditions for grant and rate of this allowance and thus recommended no change. 7.19.4. The present rate of Shift Allowance admissible to lecturers of Government colleges is Rs.1000/- p.m. 7.19.5. The Commission has examined the existing conditions and rate of Shift Allowance and recommends that the rate be enhanced to Rs.2000/- p.m. subject to the following conditions:-
(i) Lecturer(s) holding regular appointment in the sanctioned post to be allowed the shift duties and not more than one shift.
(ii) The shift duties may be allowed in the College where the Lecturer holds the appointment and/or any other College.
TRAINING INSTITUTION ALLOWANCE
7.20.1. Training Institution Allowance was introduced from 1987 on the recommendations of the Second Pay Commission as an incentive to government employees who were posted on transfer to training institutions as trainers/instructors. The Commission noted that though such employees are awarded special pay yet in almost all cases they take such transfer as a punishment posting. Considering the importance of proper training of the employees for increase in productivity, office efficiency and development of administrative culture, the Second Pay Commission recommended the
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continuance of this allowance so that the cream of employees could be obtained from each cadre for deputation to training institutions as Trainers/Instructors. Training Institution Allowance was given at the rate of 15% of basic pay subject to a maximum of Rs.400/- p.m. with effect from 1987. 7.20.2. The Third Pay Commission received submissions for extending the benefit of this allowance also to the officers and staff appointed in the Institution itself. Observing that it is not the general policy of the Government to give any allowance to officers and staff performing normal duties, it found no adequate reasons to recommend any change in the existing policy and left the matter to be decided by Government. The Commission recommended that the rate of this allowance be allowed to the existing officers and staff at 10% of their basic pay subject to the maximum of Rs.400/- p.m. Government decided that Training Institution Allowance be allowed to the employees concerned at the rate of 10% of the basic pay subject to a maximum of Rs.500/- p.m. 7.20.3. The Commission recommends continuance of the existing rate of Training Institution Allowance at 10% of the basic pay without upper ceiling.
OVERTIME ALLOWANCE
7.21.1. Overtime Allowance is meant to compensate government employees for the amount of work put in by them beyond the prescribed office hours and is presently admissible to the industrial employees of the Press Wing of the Directorate of Printing & Stationery, who come within the scope of the Factories Act, and the Drivers of the Meghalaya Houses at New Delhi and Kolkata. 7.21.2. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission recommended that the existing scheme of Overtime Allowance should continue for the industrial employees of the Press Wing under the Directorate of Printing and Stationery and the Drivers of the Meghalaya Houses, New Delhi and Calcutta. It found no justification for extending the allowance to other categories of employees who are being compensated by grant of honorarium for any occasional increase in work load.
7.21.3. This Commission recommends that the existing provision may continue for the technical employees of the Government Press under Printing and Stationery Department. The existing rates of this allowance for the Drivers of Meghalaya Houses, New Delhi and Kolkata may be raised to Rs.1500.00 per month.
RATION ALLOWANCE
7.22.1. Ration Allowance is granted to the Police and Home Guards and Civil Defence personnel with an aim to meet their basic nutritional requirements to help them maintain a state of constant physical fitness. Ration Allowance also included a scheme of free ration of various food items. These food items have been carefully chosen on the basis of the calorific value and the intake that each person requires in order to keep himself physically fit. 7.22.2. The present rates of Ration Allowance are as follows:-
HOME (POLICE)
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Armed Branch Armed Branch police personnel upto the rank of Inspector.
Rs.420/- p.m.
Unarmed Branch Unarmed Branch police personnel upto the rank of Inspector.
Rs.330/- p.m.
HOME GUARDS AND CIVIL DEFENCE
Border Wing Home Guards upto the rank of Subedar Rs.550/- p.m Secretariat Guards Rs.200/- p.m. 7.22.3. The Commission has examined the existing scheme and rates of Ration Allowance and recommends doubling of the current rates.
KIT ALLOWANCE / KIT MAINTENANCE ALLOWANCE 7.23.1. Kit Allowance / Kit Maintenance Allowance is granted to the members of the State Police Force as a subsidy for the expenditure incurred by them in buying their uniforms and maintenance thereafter. 7.23.2. Prior to 1979, members of the State Police Force from the rank of Sub-Inspector upwards are entitled to Kit Allowance. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission examined the recommendation of the Inspector General of Police for revision of this allowance to the rate admissible to the Indian Police Service but found that this was not feasible. 7.23.3. The Second Pay Commission again examined the quantum of this allowance and recommended that in addition to Kit Allowance there should be Kit Maintenance Allowance to subsidise the expenditure incurred for maintaining their uniforms. 7.23.4. The Third Pay Commission examined the submission of the Police Department for enhancement of the rates of this allowance and found no justification for further enhancement. 7.23.5. The present rates of Kit Allowance/Kit Maintenance Allowance admissible to the police personnel are as follows:-
Kit Allowance State Police Service (Senior) / Superintendent of Police / Additional Superintendent of Police / Commandant / Second – In – Command / Superintendent of Police (Communication) / Fire Adviser / Deputy Fire Adviser.
1. Initial grant - 2. Maintenance grant -
Rs.2000/- Rs.600/- for every three years.
State Police Service (Junior) / Deputy Superintendent of Police / Deputy Superintendent of Police (Communication) / Deputy Superintendent of Police (Cryptographer) /
1. Initial grant - 2. Maintenance grant -
Rs.2000/- Rs.600/- for every
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Assistant Commandant / Assistant Principal, Police Training Centre / Quarter Master.
three years.
Kit Maintenance Allowance
1. Gazetted Officer 2. Inspector / Sub – Inspector 3. Assistant Sub – Inspector 4. Havildar / Head Constable / Constable
Rs.60/- Rs.50/- Rs.40/- Rs.30/-
The Police personnel in Traffic Branch wearing white uniform will be entitled to 50 percent more than their counterpart in other branches.
It is recommended that:
(a) The initial Grant may be raised to - Rs.4000/-
(b) The Maintenance Grant may be raised to - Rs. 1000/- for every two years. (c) Kit Allowance may be revised to (i) Gazetted Officer (ii) Others
- -
Rs.100/- Rs.50/-
Weightage of 50% for the traffic police personnel wearing white uniform to continue.
DEPUTATION (DUTY) ALLOWANCE
7.24.1. Reference to Deputation (Duty) Allowance is not found in the 1st and 3rd Pay Commission Reports whereas the 2nd extensively dwells on it as follows : 7.24.2. “Deputation of Government employees to foreign service is governed by Chapter 11 of the Meghalaya Fundamental Rules and Subsidiary Rules 1984, read with Office Memorandum No.FEG.62/81/5 dated 19.8.82. The Government employee on deputation is allowed to draw his own grade pay and allowances as admissible under the State Government Rules plus a Deputation Allowance or the scale of pay prescribed by the foreign employer plus other allowance including Dearness Allowance admissible under the rules of the foreign employer. It came to the notice of the Commission that provision of deputation to foreign employment were being misused in a number of cases to enable the employee to stay in his own home-town or place of his choice which is proved by the fact that many deputationists elect to continue on foreign employment even after three years when he ceases to get Deputation Allowance. The Commission notes that a Government employee while on deputation to District Council is entitled to draw his own grade pay and allowances as admissible under the Rules of the State Government and nothing more. The Commission also notes that under F.R.64 no Government servant can be transferred to foreign service against his will but the rule would not apply to transfer of an employee to a service of a body wholly or substantially owned or controlled by the Government, as also an Autonomous District Council. The F.R. clearly distinguishes the above two categories from other foreign employers in as much as the Government employee is bound to go on transfer to them irrespective of his desire. The Commission recommends, therefore, that a Government employee transferred to the services of :-
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(a) A body, incorporated or not, which is wholly or substantially owned or controlled by the Government, or
(b) An autonomous District Council shall draw his own grade pay and allowances as admissible under the Rules of the State Government and shall be entitled to all benefits like Leave Travel Concession, residential accommodation, etc., to which an employee of his grade would be entitled in Government service. No Deputation Allowance will be admissible to him. As regards transfer to foreign employment other than the above, the Commission recommends that though the existing provisions may continue, yet the Government may ensure that no employee stays on deputation for more than three years except under emergent circumstances and that the overall emoluments and benefits availed of by a deputationist should not be significantly higher than those of his equals in Government service.” (Para 7.8, P. 159 of the 2nd MPC Report).
7.24.3. Re-examination of the recommendations of the 2nd Pay Commission leaves no doubt that the same situation is eminently suitable. The Commission wishes to reiterate the same observation as a few instances of diluting these conditionalities have been brought to our notice.
RISK ALLOWANCE
7.25.1. Risk Allowance is admissible to those employees engaged in duties involving greater hazards or whose health is liable to be adversely affected by the working conditions or nature of work. The Commission has received submissions from some Service Associations seeking for extension of this allowance to other posts too and also for raising its present rates which they considered inadequate. The Commission noted that every activity has some element of risk and it would not be necessary and practicable or desirable to compensate for every aspect of risk in one’s life. The Commission also noted that the grant of Risk Allowance would not minimize the danger or risk, if any, and in its present form and term would only go to meet ordinary expenses. The Commission was of the view that essentially the need of the dependent family member(s) of the government employee(s) in the event of serious disabilities including deaths consequent to employment related risk or hazards should have the over-riding consideration. 7.25.2. With a view to look into the entire gamut of the scheme the Commission constituted a working group known as Group of Members which was assigned with the task of examining the existing scheme of Risk Allowance and to review the list of beneficiaries, including the categories of employees coming under its coverage and the quantum thereof in the light of the principles enunciated by the Central Pay Commission. The Group of Members examined the scheme at length and noted the information/materials submitted by the Departments concerned and conducted hearings/interviews of Heads of Departments and other heads of offices (The Report of the Group of Members is attached at Annexure-7.25).
7.25.3. The Commission accordingly recommends:
(i) Withdrawal of Risk Allowance.
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(ii) Government to consider framing of appropriate guidelines for payment of compensation in terms of the provisions of Section 3 of the Workmen’s Compensation Act, 1923 to employees who are in hazardous duties.
(iii) Reduction in period of leave for treatment of Tuberculosis, Cancer and Leprosy to ten months keeping in view the improvement in modern medical treatment of these diseases. Further extension of the period of leave on specific recommendation of the State Medical Board.
(iv) Inclusion of HIV/AIDS as one of the fell diseases under S.R.114(1) of Meghalaya FRs & SRs.
(v) Introduction of a Government Insurance Scheme to cover all employees.
COMPENSATORY ALLOWANCES IN RESPECT OF THE STATE GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES STATIONED/POSTED IN OTHER
STATES, INCLUDING THE NATIONAL CAPITAL
7.26.1. Submissions were made by the officers and staff posted in Meghalaya Houses, New Delhi and Kolkata and also Guwahati and Vellore that Compensatory Allowances like City Compensatory Allowance etc. are to be considered at the rates sanctioned by the Government of India to the Central Government employees. 7.26.2. The Commission noted the above and recommends that the employees stationed/posted in the above places be allowed to draw the Compensatory allowances like House Rent Allowance, City Compensatory Allowance, etc at the rate applicable to their counterparts in the respective State Governments.
Annexure 7.13
(Ref. Para. 7.13.6)
CONVEYANCE ALLOWANCE – Petrol Re-imbursement Facility.
Sl. No.
Designation of employees Rates of Petrol Re-imbursement facility
1 2 3
1. Chief Secretary to the Govt. of Meghalaya.
90 litres of petrol and 2 litres of Mobil oil.
2. Additional Chief Secretary/Special Secretaries/Secretaries to the Govt. of Meghalaya.
60 litres of petrol and 1 litre of Mobil oil.
3. Commissioner of Division.
60 litres of petrol and 1 litre of Mobil oil.
4. All Heads of Departments and Secretariat Officers of equivalent rank who have allotted vehicles.
50 litres of petrol and 1 litre of Mobil oil.
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5. Deputy Commissioner and Superintendent
of Police, East Khasi Hills.
90 litres of petrol and 2 litres of Mobil oil.
6. All Deputy Commissioners and Supdts. Of Police other than at Serial 5 above.
50 litres of petrol and 1 litre of Mobil oil.
7. (a) Civil Surgeons, East Khasi Hills, Jaintia Hills and West Garo Hills.
15 litres of petrol.
(b) Civil Surgeons, West Khasi Hills and East Garo Hills.
10 litres of petrol.
8. (a) Estate Officer, G.A.D.
30 litres of petrol.
(b) Sectional Officer (Electrical/Sectional Officer (Civil) under the Estate Offices, P.W.D.
10 litres of petrol.
9. A. Central Division, P.W.D. and its three Subdivisions at Shillong. (i) Executive Engineer (ii) Sub-divisional Officer (iii) Sectional Officers (iv) Section Assistant
15 litres of petrol. 20 litres of petrol. 10 litres of petrol. 10 litres of petrol.
B. Building Subdivision at Tura.
(i) Sub-divisional Officer (ii) Sectional Officers (iii) Section Assistant
20 litres of petrol. 5 litres of petrol. 5 litres of petrol.
10. Sub-divisional Officer, Meghalaya House, New Delhi.
30 litres of petrol.
11. Protocol Officer, Meghalaya.
50 litres of petrol and 1 litre of Mobil oil.
12. Assistant Surgeon-I, District Jail, Shillong.
15 litres of petrol.
13. Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors and Assistant Sub-Inspectors of Police of all Branches.
10 litres of petrol
14. Inspector of Supply, Office of the Movement Officer, Government of Meghalaya, Guwahati.
20 litres of petrol.
15. Resident Commissioner, New Delhi. 100 litres of petrol and 2 litres of Mobil oil.
16. Trade Adviser and Director of Movement, Calcutta.
60 litres of petrol and 1 litre of Mobil oil.
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17. P.P.S. to Chief Minister.
75 litres of petrol and 1 litre of Mobil oil.
18. Deputy Examiner of Local Accounts.
15 litres of petrol.
Annexure – 7.25
(Ref. Para. 7.25.2)
REPORT OF THE GROUP OF MEMBERS ON RISK ALLOWANCE Introduction : 1.1. The Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission vide Office Order No.MPC(4)-1/2007/114, dated the 6th February, 2008 constituted a Group of Members to examine the issue of Risk Allowance with the following Members:
(a) Shri H.W.T. Syiem, IAS (Retd) : Member
Former Chief Secretary & Member, Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission.
(b) Shri B.Kharmalki,
Former Special Secretary (PWD) & Member, : Member Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission.
1.2. The Group of Members having considered it necessary to avail the services of persons with legal and medical expertise to assist them, decided to co-opt the following as Members of the G.O.M.:
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(i) Shri L.Jyrwa,
Former Law Secretary.
(ii) Dr. W.Kharshiing, Medical Superintendent, Woodland Hospital & Ex-Surgeon (Civil Hospital).
1.3. The following officials assisted the G.O.M:
(i) Shri D.B.Gurung, Officer on Special Duty.
(ii) Shri Ranjan Bora, Inspector of Statistics.
1.4. Terms of reference: The terms of reference of the Group of Members is to examine the Scheme of Risk Allowance and comprehensively review the list of beneficiaries including the categories of employees coming within its coverage. 1.5. Procedure: A Questionnaire was framed to obtain the views of the Government Departments, Service Associations, etc., and to obtain information on specific cases where death or bodily injury had resulted in the course of performance of duties. In addition, information on total expenditure on Risk Allowance during the year 2006-2007 was sought. The G.O.M. invited certain Heads of Departments to obtain their views on the issue of Risk Allowance. 1.6. The following Heads of Departments/officials were requested to appear before the G.O.M. for interview/hearings:
(1) Director of Health Services (Research). (2) Director of Health Services (MI). (3) Director of Health Services (MCH&FW). (4) Joint Director of Health Services & Surgeon Superintendent,
Civil Hospital, Shillong. (5) Superintendent, Reid Chest Hospital, Shillong. (6) Director of Printing & Stationery. (7) Director General of Police. (8) Inspector General of Prisons. (9) Director of Mineral Resources. (10) Director of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary.
1.7. The Group of Members had a total of fourteen sittings. This includes interviews/hearings with various Heads of Departments/Officials. The Director of Mineral Resources did not appear before the G.O.M. on 15th April, 2008 and no reason for his absence was given. Instead he deputed the Chief Chemist who was not in a position to discuss any matter or issue of the Directorate outside his Laboratory matters. The G.O.M. consider this attitude with concern and hold him responsible for any failure to project the interest of the Directorate.
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2. At present Risk Allowance is granted to employees performing duties having an element of risk or those engaged in hazardous duties at the rate of 10 percent of basic pay subject to a maximum of Rs.350.00 per month. 3.1. The G.O.M. examined the findings and recommendations of the Official Committee on Risk Allowance constituted in 1999. In its report submitted to Government the Committee felt that any compensation to cover risk of health or life should be confined to situations where risk is inherent or continuous in the occupation itself; otherwise, the Committee noted, in every human activity some element of risk is always involved.
3.2. The Group of Members examined the various facilities and concessions available under the existing rules and orders of the Government which, if suitably applied, would meet different work-related difficulties of Government employees. The G.O.M. noted that the following facilities for Government employees are available under existing Provision as under:-
(a) The Assam Services (Extra-ordinary Pension) Rules, 1963 adapted by the Government of Meghalaya under which family pension at enhanced rates are admissible in case of death of the employee due to:-
(i) Causes which are accepted as attributable to or aggravated by Government service. Diseases contracted because of continued exposure to a hostile work environment, subjected to extreme weather conditions or occupational hazards resulting in death.
(ii) Death due to accidents in the performance of duties, e.g., accidents while
travelling on duty in Government service or public transport, a journey on duty is performed by service aircraft, mishaps at sea, electrocution while on duty, etc.
(iii) Death attributable to acts of violence by terrorists, anti-socials, etc. whether
in the performance of duties or otherwise. Apart from cases of death or injury sustained by personnel of Police organizations while employed in aid of the civil administration in quelling agitation, riots or revolt by demonstrators, other public servants including Police personnel, etc., bomb blasts in public places or transport, indiscriminate shooting incidents in public, etc.
(iv) Death arising as a result of attack by or during action against extremists,
anti-social elements, etc. and enemy action in international war or border skirmishes and warlike situations including cases which are attributable to extremist acts, exploding mines, etc., kidnapping by extremists and battle inoculation as part of training exercises with live ammunition.
(b) Disability Pension under circumstances or causes as referred at items (i) to
(iv) of (a) above.
(c) Special leave of 18 months under S.R. 114 of Meghalaya FRs & SRs, 1984 for employees suffering from Tuberculosis, Cancer or Leprosy.
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(d) Special Disability Leave for injury intentionally inflicted up to a maximum of 24 months under FR 93.
(e) Special Disability Leave for accidental injury under FR 94 and as available under FR 93.
(f) Scheme for grant of ex-gratia payment to the family of Armed Services personnel killed in action in relation to the country including the next of kin of C.P.M.F. personnel and State Home Guards personnel and others killed while on law and order duty, anti-insurgency or terrorists action.
(g) Ex-gratia grant in case of death while in service and
(h) Facilities available under the Meghalaya Medical Attendance Rules, 1981. 3.3. From the information furnished by the departments and service association concerned and discussions held with the Heads of Departments and other officials, no tangible case of disablement, either permanent or partial, or death due to exposure to work-related hazards was made out. The G.O.M. was not satisfied with the reasons generally given for the continuation of Risk Allowance. Most of the attempts at justification were hypothetical in nature. In respect of Laboratory staff in all organizations, on enquiry, it emerged that the claims were based on the handling of chemical reagents that are used in any science laboratory in colleges and universities, and their use did not justify grant of Risk Allowance. 3.4. A number of Service Associations made submissions for providing Risk Allowance to certain categories of employees on the ground that their duties involve the possibility of either risk or injury to their health. The G.O.M. was of the view that every activity has some element of risk and it would not be necessary, practicable or desirable to compensate for every aspect of risk in one’s life. It was also not certain whether the grant of Risk Allowance would at all minimize the danger, if any, in the routine performance of duties. The G.O.M., therefore, came to the conclusion that Risk Allowance in most cases was not justified. 3.5. While not recommending grant of this allowance, the Group feels that certain categories of employees in Health, Police and Fire Service Organisations deserve consideration of some form of compensation because of the nature of their duties. The Police Department furnished details relating to 68(sixty eight) cases of death and 75(seventy five) cases of injury sustained by the S.O.T. personnel in the course of action against insurgents, militants and anti-social elements. The Health Department cited 3(three) cases of death of staff in the T.B. Hospital due to continuous contact with T.B patients. FINDINGS 4. Considering all facts, the G.O.M. hold the view that Risk Allowance should be discontinued. It may be observed that the 6th Central Pay Commission in its report of March, 2008 had likewise recommended withdrawal of Risk Allowance which was given to some categories of Central Government employees.
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RECOMMENDATIONS: 5. The GOM makes the following recommendations:-
(1) That Risk Allowance should be discontinued.
(2) There are, however, certain categories of personnel in the Health and Police Sectors who deserve special consideration because of the unique nature of their duties. These categories relate to Health personnel working in the treatment of Tuberculosis/Leprosy/HIV-AIDs and Police personnel in the Traffic Sector, Fire Services, the Special Operations Team and Bomb Disposal squads, as indicated in Annexure-I. In these cases, we recommend a Special Duty Allowance be given to employees/personnel engaged in specific duties assigned to and/or performed by them.
The G.O.M. recommend the quantum of Special Duty Allowance should be at 10 percent of basic pay, limiting the upper ceiling to Rs.1,500.00 per month.
(3) In the case of other categories of employees as specified at Annexure-II and
who are in receipt of Risk Allowance, the G.O.M. recommends that Government may consider the application of the provisions of the Workmen’s Compensation Act, 1923 by suitably notifying them as “Workmen” under section 2(3) of the Act. Alternatively Government may work out guidelines for payment of compensation as envisaged in Section 3 of the Act.
(4) The G.O.M. is of the view that with the improvement in modern medical
treatment of Tuberculosis and Leprosy, the period of leave may be reduced to ten months. Further extension may be considered on the recommendation of the State Medical Board.
(5) S.R. 114(1) of the Meghalaya FRs & SRs, 1984 classifies Tuberculosis,
Cancer and Leprosy as fell diseases and Government employees suffering from one of the above diseases are admissible under S.R.114(2) eighteen months of Special leave on full leave salary. The G.O.M. recommend that H.I.V./AIDS should also be included under SR 114(1) of the Meghalaya FRs & SRs. The period of leave may be regulated in accordance with Recommendation (4) above.
(6) The G.O.M. further recommend that a Group Insurance Scheme be
introduced to cover all State Government employees. The premium may be paid by the individual employee or by the Government and/or both on a sharing basis. For this purpose a Scheme of Group Insurance may be worked out by the Government.
Sd/- Sd/-
(H.W.T.Syiem) Member, 4th Meghalaya Pay Commission & Member,
(B.Kharmalki) Member, 4th Meghalaya Pay Commission & Member,
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G.O.M. on Risk Allowance. G.O.M. on Risk Allowance. Sd/- (L.Jyrwa) Member, G.O.M. on Risk Allowance.
Sd/- (Dr. W.Kharshiing) Member,, G.O.M. on Risk Allowance.
Dated Shillong, The 28th May, 2008.
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ANNEXURE – I [Refer Para 5 (2)]
Posts/Services recommended for grant of Special Duty Allowance
I. HEALTH DEPARTMENT:
(i) R.P. Chest Hospital:
(a) Superintendent. (b) Additional Superintendent. (c) Resident Medical & Health Officer. (d) District Tuberculosis Officer. (e) Anaesthetist. (f) Pharmacist. (g) Health Visitor. (h) Laboratory Assistant. (i) Radiographer. (j) Dark Room Assistant. (k) Matron. (l) Nursing Sister. (m) Ward Boy/Ward Girl. (n) X-Ray Attendant. (o) Hospital Helper. (p) Hospital Orderly. (q) Cook. (r) Dhobi/Sweeper/Mali.
(ii) Tura Tuberculosis Hospital:
(a) Medical & Health Officer. (b) Assistant Surgeon I. (c) Staff Nurse/Sister. (d) Radiographer. (e) Pharmacist. (f) Laboratory Assistant. (g) X-Ray Attendant. (h) Ward Attendant (Boy/Girl) (i) Cook/Hospital Orderly/Sweeper/Dhobi.
(iii) District Tuberculosis Centres:
(a) Medical & Health Officer. (b) Assistant Surgeon-I. (c) B.C.G. Technician. (d) Radiographer. (e) B.C.G. Staff. (f) Lab. Assistant/Lab. Attendant. (g) Assistant Matron. (h) Health Visitor (TB).
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(iv) Tura Tuberculosis Clinic:
(a) Medical & Health Officer. (b) Assistant Surgeon I/II. (c) Staff attached to Clinic.
(v) Aids Control Society:
(a) Technical Assistant. (b) Laboratory Assistant.
(vi) Leprosy Colonies/Leprosy Control Units:
(a) Medical & Health Officer/Assistant Surgeon-I. (b) Leprosy Officer. (c) Staff Nurse. (d) Health Educator. (e) Physiotherapist Technician. (f) Laboratory Technician. (g) Para Medical Worker. (h) Non-Medical Supervisor. (i) Leprosy Social Worker. (j) Urban Leprosy Worker. (k) Non-Medical Attendant. (l) Leprosy Inspector. (m) Peon/Helper.
II. Home (Police):
(a) Traffic Personnel. (b) Personnel of Special Operations Teams. (c) Bomb Disposal Squads.
III. Home (Fire Service Organisation):
(a) Personnel engaged in Fire Service Operations.
ANNEXURE – II [Refer Para. 5(3)]
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Posts/Services recommended for application of the provisions of Workmen’s
Compensation Act, 1923.
I HEALTH DEPARTMENT (i) Directorate of Health Services (Research)/Pasteur Institute
(1) Director (Research) (subject to actual performance of laboratory function).
(2) Joint Director (Research) - do - (3) Deputy Director. - do - (4) Assistant Director (5) Senior Specialist. (6) Specialist. (7) Assistant Surgeon-I/II. (8) Scientific Officer. (9) Biochemist. (10) Assistant Biochemist. (11) Senior Laboratory Assistant. (12) Assistant Analyst. (13) Junior Laboratory Assistant. (14) Tester. (15) Decanter. (16) Senior Media Maker. (17) Junior Media Maker. (18) Junior Laboratory Technician. (19) Laboratory Attendant. (20) Laboratory Attendant Technician/Assistant. (21) Pharmacist. (22) Staff Nurse. (23) Labeller. (24) Packer/Sealer. (25) Laboratory Grade-I Staff. (26) Herdsmen/Cleaner/Sweeper. (27) Pathologist. (28) Epidemiologist. (29) Assistant Entomologist. (30) Psychiatrist Nurse. (31) Head Pharmacist. (32) Assistant Chemist. (33) Senior Microscopist. (34) Dhai. (35) Mid-wife. (36) Auxiliary Nurse.
(ii) Directorate of Health Services (MI)
(a) Microscopist (b) All posts attached to Hospitals except the Ministerial employees and the following:-
(i) Cook/Head Cook. (ii) Driver.
(iii) Handyman.
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(iv) Chowkidar. (v) Masalchi. (vi) Mali/Paniwala.
(vii) House Keeper. (viii) Tailor. (ix) Duftry. (x) Plumber. (xi) Electrician. (xii) Bearer. (xiii) Lift Operator. (xiv) Shoe Maker. (xv) Water Operator. (xvi) Porter for Health Operator. (c) Stretcher Bearer.
(d) Boiler Attendant. (e) Radiographer. (f) Pharmacist. (g) Laboratory Assistant. (iii) Psychiatric Clinic/State Home for Mentally ill
(a) Psychiatrist. (b) Assistant Psychiatrist. (c) Clinic Psychiatrist. (d) Attendant.
II AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT
(a) Foreman. (b) Lay-out Artist/artist-cum-Offset Operator. (c) Camera-cum-Plate Maker. (d) Assistant Press Operator. (e) Machinist. (f) Lathe Machine Operator. (g) Compositor. (h) Blue Printer. (i) Binder. (j) Boiler Attendant/Boiler Fireman/Mechanic and Foreman.
(under Fruit Preservation Factory and Assistant Pathologist, Mushroom Development).
III ANIMAL HUSBANDRY & VETERINARY DEPARTMENT
(a) Assistant Research Officer, Clinical Laboratory. (b) Assistant Research Officer, Regional Cross Breed Cattle Breeding Farm. (c) Vety. Assistant Surgeons. (d) Assistants in Laboratory/Vety. Hospital/Vety. Dispensaries. (e) Extension Officer (Vety.).
IV HOME (POLICE) DEPARTMENT Forensic Science Laboratory
(a) Director. (b) Assistant Director. (c) Senior Scientific Officer.
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(d) Scientific Officer. (e) Scientific Inspector. (f) Senior Scientific Assistant. (g) Scientific Assistant. (h) Laboratory Assistant. (i) Laboratory Attendant.
V HOME (JAILS) DEPARTMENT
State Home for Mentally ill (a) Jailor. (b) Assistant Jailor. (c) Medical & Health Officer., (d) Pharmacist. (e) Head Warder. (f) Warder (Male/Female) (g) Cleaner. (h) Medical Attendant. (i) Cook/Sweeper. (j) Dhobi.
VI PRINTING AND STATIONERY DEPARTMENT : All categories of Government Press employees except Ministerial employees VII MINERAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT :
(a) Chief Chemist. (b) Senior Chemist. (c) Chemist. (d) Assistant Chemist. (e) Laboratory Technician. (f) Laboratory Assistant. (g) Laboratory Attendant. (h) Laboratory Grinder. (i) Surveyor-cum-Mines Supervisor. (j) Chairman attached to Surveyor-cum-Mines Supervisor. (k) Mining Officer for doing the work of Surveyor-cum-Mines Supervisor until
the post of Surveyor-cum-Mines Supervisor is filled up. (l) Section Cutter.
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CHAPTER - VIII
LOANS AND ADVANCES 8.1. The operation of the transactions relating to loans/advances to government employees for House Building/House Extension/House Repairing, including purchase of vehicles and other conveyances, etc. are, at present, covered by the composite MOU executed by the State Government with the State Bank of India (SBI). Before the MOU was signed Government had been the only source from which advances for various purposes could be obtained by the employees. The changes in the nomenclature of these advances tell their own story.
HOUSE BUILDING ADVANCE/HOUSING LOAN
8.2.1. Under the present MOU with the Bank, loan for house building is called “Housing Loan” and strictly speaking, the nomenclature precludes the option of using the loan for purchase of land or, even house repairing.
8.2.2. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission referred to it as the “House Building Advance” and had suggested no changes in its modalities. 8.2.3. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission referred to it as “Housing including Building Advance” and went on to make extensive recommendations to ease out the housing accommodation problems of government employees in general and those holding transferable posts in particular. The Commission recommended appointment of a nodal agency within the government structure to undertake construction of housing colonies at Shillong and other District towns. This prompted the Commission to change the nomenclature of the advance to “Housing including Building Advance” because in addition to House Building Advance construction of housing colonies was what the Commission saw as another important step to solve the housing problems of the employees. 8.2.4. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission, interestingly, divided the feature of this advance into three parts, namely –
(i) Purchase of land and construction of residential building/purchase of
ready built houses: (ii) House extension/enlargement:
(iii) House repairing.
8.2.5. The foregoing description of changes in the nomenclature of this advance clearly indicates the kind of concern and effort made by the Second and the Third Meghalaya Pay Commissions to ease out the travails of accommodation problems of the government employees especially those holding transferable posts. 8.2.6. In this regard, a special mention of the recommendation of the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission is made which, apart from suggesting setting up of a nodal agency to undertake construction of housing colonies, also suggested that “since the financial resources of the State which can be directed for the purpose of sanctioning
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House Building Advances to the employees is limited, the Government may tie up arrangements with Life Insurance Corporation, H.U.D.C.O. and H.D.F.C. for integrated scheme, wherein the Government would lend part of the margin money to the employee and the rest of the requirement be met by the financing institution; the disbursement and repayment of the housing loan being done through a single channel.” 8.2.7. Between 1998-2004, the government did the spadework on the above suggestion and ultimately signed the MOU with the State Bank of India on 23rd August, 2004, which not only covered the Housing Loans but also loans for (a) Car, (b) Festival, (c) Two Wheeler, and also the new elements, namely (d) Personal loan and (e) Education loan. Thus, “ADVANCES” were converted into “LOANS”. 8.2.8. The MOU opened the doors to employees for availing loan for any one of the above noted five purposes from any of the 86 notified branches of the SBI within the State, thus fulfilling the idea of “integrated scheme” of the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission. The MOU stipulated that the full salary of the applicant had to be credited by the Government to the bank to make him loan-worthy. The relevant clause is as follows: 8.2.9. “The said branch shall receive the full salary of the employee concerned for credit into the employees’ bank account and thereafter deduct the monthly installments for loans which shall not be more than one-third of the total salary as per the salary statement produced with the loan application.” 8.2.10. Thus, the crediting of full salary of the applicant in the applicant’s bank account in the lending branch of the SBI, gave both security to the bank and simultaneously, dispensed with the need to demand mortgaging of property/collateral. Hitherto, the question of mortgage had been the biggest obstacle to Banker’s ability to extend credit, especially under the given land tenure system in the State. 8.2.11. Further, the MOU also committed the “terminal payments” of the loanee to the bank “till the loan amount along with accrued interest is liquidated.” 8.2.12. Thus, not only the salary but also the terminal payments due to the loanee are committed to the bank which envelops the bank with -
(i) The fact that the monthly installments (EMI) of loan recovery cannot exceed one-third of the salary automatically determines the upper limit of the loan in conjunction with the remaining length of the service.
(ii) Within the upper limit thus imposed, the applicant has the option to choose the loan amount depending upon the repaying capacity.
(iii) With respect to Interest the MOU could not have been more favourable to the loanee. [The borrower is given the option to choose either fixed or floating bank’s lending rate and Interest shall be charged to the loan account at monthly interval and an Equated Monthly Installment (EMI) shall be worked out for loans under various schemes. Thus, Interest is chargeable on the monthly reducing balance. Nothing could have been more favourable to the loanee than this].
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(iv) On the whole, this MOU is good for all parties concerned – the
Government, the government employee and, the Bank. (v) Since the bank has the security of the loanee’s salary as well as that of the
“terminal payments” it does not have to closely monitor whether the loan is used for the avowed purpose or not and the loanee has the option to use the amount which best suits his/her purposes, be it house building/purchase of land/house repairing or whatever. It would not make any difference to the banker as long as the EMI is deducted from the loanee’s account and the “terminal payments” are committed to it. This figure of one-third of the salary as the upper limit of the EMI seems to be a judicious figure which does not seem to need any change.
CHILDREN’S EDUCATION ADVANCE
8.3.1. The MOU between the Government of Meghalaya and the State Bank of India dated the 24th August, 2004 covers all the erstwhile advances except the Children’s Education Advance. 8.3.2. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission considered that no change was necessary in regard the terms and conditions of the different kinds of advances except in the case of the advance for Children’s Education. The Commission gave the following observations:- “At present, the advance for Children’s education is admissible to non-gazetted government employees drawing pay up-to Rs.650.00 p.m. at the rate of Rs.150.00 for one child and Rs.300.00 for more than one child. The recovery of the advance is made in six equal monthly installments. The Commission feels that the scope of the advance should be widened and the existing rates increased consistent with the rise in prices of text books, stationery articles, etc. Accordingly and subject to the mode of recovery remaining the same, the Commission recommends that the advance for children’s education should be made admissible to all employees drawing pay up to Rs.1200/- p.m. at the rate of Rs.200.00 per child subject to a maximum of Rs.500.00.” 8.3.3. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission was innovative in suggesting a General Purposes Advance as follows: “At present Government servants get a number of advances for education of children, festivals etc. The system of advances need to be rationalised and also liberalised in order to remove present abuses and as a welfare measure. The Commission, after a thorough examination of the matter, recommends that a General Purpose Advance be granted to Government servants without linking it with any particular need, such an advance being limited to two months’ pay of the Government servant or Rs.2,000 (two thousand), whichever is less, subject to the conditions that the advance may not be drawn for more than twice a year, that the advance be recovered in not more than eight installments and that no fresh advance be given unless the previous advance is being repaid regularly and no more than Rs.600.00 (six hundred) are outstanding. The Commission also recommends that the General Purposes Advance be free of interest.”
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8.3.4. Thus, the advance for children’s education was clubbed with other sundry advances, limiting the maximum to two months pay or Rs.2,000.00 whichever was less and, could be drawn twice in a year subject to the condition that the first one was repaid. 8.3.5. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission recommendations on this advance were as follows:-
“ (i) Government employees with one School going child, the maximum of the advance should be limited to Rs.800/-;
(ii) Government employees with two or more school going children, the maximum limit of the advance should be Rs.1600/-”
8.3.6. Government accepted the above recommendation and subsequently raised the limits to Rs.2400/- and Rs.5000/- respectively, all other things remaining the same. 8.3.7. In an attempt to arrive at a realistic figure for this advance the Commission has considered the fee structure of a “model” school. A model school is one which is spread across the State and is usually run by Christian Missions. The Commission assumes that the fee structure of All Saints’ Diocesan School, Shillong is ‘representative’ of the fee structure of “model” schools. 8.3.8. Further, to give the touch of fee structure of a private school, the fee structure of a relatively less known school has been taken, namely, Hill Crest School, located on the outskirts of Shillong in a locality named Rynjah, which is assumed to have a ‘representative’ fee structure of private schools in other district headquarters like Williamnagar, Tura, etc. 8.3.9. Fee structure:
Particulars ASDS Hill Crest Remarks 1. Admission 2. Annual fees 3. Caution money (refundable) 4. Building fund 5. Tuition fees
Rs.
500.00 1000.00 500.00 50.00 573.00
Rs.
1800.00 1000.00 0000.00 0000.00
250.00
(Payable each month) -do-
Total: 2623.00 3050.00 Add expenses on (i) Books & Stationary (ii) Uniform (minus coat)
1500.00 2000.00
1500.00 2000.00
Grand total :- 6123.00 6550.00 Say 6100.00 6600.00
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The mid-point of 6350.00 of the Grand Total, i.e., 6100 + 6600, has been taken for reckoning. 8.3.9. Since expenditure on school uniform is ‘normal’ and is usually incurred at the start of the academic session the Commission feels that this can be included within the scope of this advance. Nevertheless, should one choose to exclude the expenditure on school uniforms the mid-point would drop to 4350. As compared to these figures the current advance of Rs.2400/- for one school going child seems to require revision. 8.3.10. Since the average family size in the State comprises more than two school going children the Commission feels that it would be more realistic to double the ‘computed’ figures as the normal expenditure of a family at the start of the academic session, that is, with ‘Uniform’ it would be Rs.12700/- and without, it would be Rs.8700/-. Taking the mid-point of the aforesaid two figures into reckoning it comes Rs.10700/- or, say, Rs.11000/-. 8.3.11. In the light of the above facts and in consideration of the submissions made by the various Service Associations, the Commission recommends that the advance on Children’s Education be raised to Rs.5500/- for one school-going child and Rs.11,000/- for two or more school-going children. The Commission does not, however, recommend the grant of Children Education Allowance.
ADVANCE FOR PURCHASE OF COMPUTER
8.4.1. Computers and communications are the two powerful wellsprings of the Information Age from which arises a torrent of technological change. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission had considered it necessary that, in this era of pervasive computing, government employees be given the opportunity of availing of advance for purchase of computer. In pursuance of Government Resolution on the recommendation of the Third Meghalaya Pay Commission, the facility of advance for purchase of computer has been made available to all categories of gazetted and non-gazetted State Government employees. The amount of the advance was limited to the actual cost or to Rs.40000/-, whichever is less. Apart from other conditions, the advance was admissible to employees with a basic pay of Rs.5000/- p.m. and above. 8.4.2. The Commission noted that in 2005, Government had directed employees who applied for this advance to approach the SBI for availing of loan for the purpose as per MOU mentioned in foregoing paragraph 8.1. as in the case of loan for purchase of Motor Car/Two Wheeler. 8.4.3. The Commission feels that while the existing arrangement may continue, loan for purchase of computer should also be specified in the MOU as in the case of other forms of loans.
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FESTIVAL ADVANCE 8.5.1. Festival Advance is an interest-free advance granted to government employees on the eve of important festivals. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission saw that the existing conditions needed no change. 8.5.2. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission suggested that this advance be clubbed with other interest-free advances under the umbrella of General Purpose Advance which may be granted to Government servants without linking it with any particular need, such an advance being limited to two months’ pay of the Government servant or Rs.2000/-(two thousand), whichever is less, subject to the conditions that the advance may not be drawn for more than twice a year, that the advance be recovered in not more than eight installments and that no fresh advance be given unless the previous advance is being repaid regularly and no more than Rs.600.00 (six hundred) are outstanding. 8.5.3. Government however did not accept this recommendation and Festival Advance continued to have its separate identity. 8.5.4. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission did not recommend any change in the existing conditions of this advance but recommended that the amount of the advance be raised to Rs.1000/-. Government accepted this recommendation. However, in 2007 while raising the amount of this advance from Rs.1000/- to Rs.3000/-, Government has also laid down important guidelines and conditions for regulating the grant of this advance as follows:-
(i) The advance is admissible only to those employees who are either on duty or on leave, other than extra-ordinary leave and can be drawn not earlier than 15 days before the actual festival falls due.
(ii) The advance is recoverable in 5 monthly installments.
(iii) The advance is admissible to an employee only on one occasion during the calendar year.
(iv) The advance is restricted to an employee belonging to a community directly concerned with the festival(s).
(v) The sanctioning authority is at liberty to decide if the occasion is suitable for the advance by considering the importance attached to it locally.
(vi) Temporary government employees who have not rendered at least 3 years’ continuous service/casual workers shall have to furnish surety from permanent government employees or any other form of security considered adequate by the sanctioning authority.
(vii) The advance is not admissible to employees who still have outstanding installment of recovery against them on account of Festival Advance drawn during the last calendar year or whose previous year’s advance is not fully liquidated.
8.5.5. The Commission feels that while the existing conditions may continue, the amount of the advance may be raised from Rs.3000/- to Rs.5000/-.
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CHAPTER - IX
PENSION AND OTHER RETIREMENT BENEFITS
INTRODUCTION : 9.1. The State of Meghalaya was set up on the 21st January, 1972 under the provisions of the North-Eastern Areas (Re-organisation) Act, 1971. In terms of the provisions of Clause (9) of Section 2 read with Section 77 of the aforesaid Act, the Assam Services (Pension) Rules, 1969 made in pursuance of Proviso to Article 309 of the Constitution of India by the erstwhile Government of Assam, therefore, continue to be in force in respect of the State of Meghalaya. The said rules were also adapted by the Government of Meghalaya in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 9, ibid. The Assam Rules have been repealed and replaced by the Meghalaya Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1983 which came into force from the 5th May, 1983, regulate the pension and other retirement benefits of the State Government employees and pensioners. 9.2.1. As per the terms of reference, the Commission is required to examine the existing structure of pension, death-cum-retirement gratuity, family pension and other terminal and recurring benefits and make recommendations as may be considered desirable and feasible. 9.2.2. The Commission has noted that in so far as the retirement benefits are concerned, the State Government is following the pattern adopted by the Government of India for their employees consequent on the recommendations of the Fourth and Fifth Central Pay Commission and several of the retirement benefits and facilities have been vastly liberalized by the Government of Meghalaya on the lines of the Central Government subsequent to the submission of the Report of the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission. These include the procedure for calculation of pension, raising the upper ceiling of gratuity in respect of employees dying in harness. The only difference between the pension and family pension structure of the State Government and that of the Government of India is/are in the quantum of the minimum and maximum of the pension and family pension including the maximum of the gratuity. 9.3.1. Superannuation and/or Retiring Pension :- The qualifying service of a State Government employee commences from the date he/she takes charges of the post to which one is first appointed and holds the post in a substantive capacity. Temporary or officiating service followed by confirmation without interruption (or interruption/breaks in service to condoned) would qualify for the purpose of entitlement to the pensionary benefits. 9.3.2. Pension is admissible to permanent employees who retire or are retired with a qualifying service of not less than 10(ten) years. Persons retiring on superannuation or invalidation or voluntary retirement after 20(twenty) years of service or more are eligible for pension. Full pension is payable on completion of not less than 33(thirty three) years of qualifying service and the computation thereof is made at the
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rate of 50 percent of the average emoluments drawn during the last six months of service. 9.3.3. With the introduction of the revised scales of pay with effect from the 1st January, 1996, the minimum and the maximum of the pension under the State Government has been fixed at Rs.1220/- and Rs.8500/- per month, respectively. 9.4. Following the pattern of the Government of India, the Government of Meghalaya vide Office Memorandum No.F(PR)-15/97/Pt/507, dated the 20th December, 2005 sanctioned the merger of 50 percent of the Dearness Allowance with basic pay/basic pension including basic family pension and classifying thereof as Dearness Pay, Dearness Pension, as the case may be, with effect from 1st April, 2005. Accordingly the “minimum” and the “maximum” of have been restructured with effect from 1st April, 2005 at Rs.1830/- and Rs.12750/-, respectively. 9.4.1. For the purpose of computation of pension, the following two factors determine the amount of the pension:
(a) Qualifying service, and
(b) Average emoluments as defined under Rule 29 read with Rule 28 of the Meghalaya Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1983.
9.4.2. Briefly, “qualifying service” means the substantive appointment held by an employee on a post and “emoluments” and “average emoluments” means the six monthly average emoluments, which include, vide F.R. 7(17):
(i) The pay, other than special pay or pay granted in view of his personal
qualifications, which has been sanctioned for a post held by him substantively or in an officiating capacity, or to which he is entitled by reasons of his position in a cadre;
(ii) Technical pay, special pay and personal pay; and
(iii) Any other emoluments which may be specially classed as pay by the State Government.
Other retiral benefits: 9.5. The following are the different retiral benefits admissible to the State Government employees :- 9.5.1. Gratuity :- The Death-cum-retirement Gratuity admissible to the State Government employees and their family are given below:-
(i) A Government employee, who has completed five years’ qualifying
service and has become eligible for service gratuity or pension will be entitled to the grant of death-cum-retirement gratuity equal to one-fourth of his emoluments for each completed six monthly period of the qualifying service, subject to a maximum of 16 1/2 times the emoluments or Rs.3.50 lakh, whichever is less.
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(ii) If a Government employee dies in the first year of qualifying service, a death-cum-retirement gratuity equal to two times of his emoluments at the time of death will be payable to his family.
(iii) If a Government employee dies after completion of one year of qualifying
service but before completing five years of qualifying service, the amount of death-cum-retirement gratuity will be equal to six times of his emoluments at the time of his death.
(iv) Where a Government employee dies while in service after completing
five years’ qualifying service, the amount death-cum-retirement gratuity payable to his family will be twelve times of his emoluments or Rs.3.50 lakh, whichever is less.
(v) If a Government employee, who has become eligible for a service
gratuity or pension, dies within five years from the date of his retirement from service including compulsory retirement as a penalty and the sums actually received by him at the time of his death on account of such gratuity or pension including ad-hoc increase, if any, together with the death-cum-retirement gratuity admissible and the commuted amount of any portion of pension so commuted are less than the amount equal to twelve times of his, a residuary gratuity equal to the deficiency thereof will be payable to the family.
9.5.2. Surrender of Earned Leave and payment of leave salary:
The Scheme of Surrender of Earned Leave and encashment was introduced by the Government on the recommendation of the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission. The Scheme provided :-
(a) Surrender of Earned leave or thirty days at an interval of 24 months
subject to the condition that at the given date the concerned employee has at credit not less than 120 days. The encashment of the earned leave should be on account of illness, confinement or disability, cost of higher education including technical, professional or vocational courses of son or daughter and also to pay obligatory expenses as per customary usages or marriage, funeral and in connection with Leave Travel Concessions.
(b) Surrender of 120 days of Earned Leave twice during the service career for
the purpose of construction/acquisition of building or purchase of land including repair/extension of existing building and that the applicant has 180 days of Earned leave at credit.
The above Scheme has, however, been temporarily withdrawn as
an economy measure with effect from the 30th August, 1993.
(c) Presently the limit of encashment of Earned Leave from 180 days to 300 days is available to the Government employees at the time of retirement. The benefit of encashment of Earned Leave at credit subject to the maximum of 300 days is also payable to the family of deceased employee in case of death in harness.
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9.5.3. Family Pension : The rules under Chapter VII on “Family Pension” apply to the State Government employees appointed to civil service and posts in connection with the affairs of the State of Meghalaya and who are borne on establishments not declared as Non-Pensionable. The family pension is payable to the family of an employee and/or pensioner on his/her death in service and/or after retirement. This pension is also admissible in cases of retired employee (s) who was/were in receipt of Compensation and Invalid Pension but the family of person granted with the Compulsory Retirement Pension and Compassionate Pension would be outside its scope and will not be entitled to Family Pension. And in case of death while in service, the benefit of Family Pension would be available provided the employee has completed a minimum period of one year of service. 9.5.4. Prior to 1.1.1987, the family pension was computed at the following rates :-
(i) 12% of basic Pay - Employee with pay of Rs.1,200.00 p.m. and above.
(iii) 15% of basic pay - Employee with pay of Rs.400.00 p.m and above but below Rs.1,200.00 p.m.
(iii) 30% of basic pay - Employee with pay below Rs.400.00 p.m.
9.5.5. The recommendation of the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission accepted by the Government provided the grant of family pension at 30% of pay (not exceeding Rs.1,500.00 p.m., 20% of pay (above Rs.1,500.00 but below Rs.3,000.00 p.m.) and at 15% of pay in case of pay above Rs.3,000.00 p.m. Government also accepted the recommendations of the Third Meghalaya Pay Commission and introduced the grant of family pension at the rate of 30 percent basic pay subject to the minimum of Rs.1,250.00 p.m. and the maximum of Rs.5,100.00 p.m. from 1st January, 1996. With the merger of 50 percent of the Dearness Allowance with effect from 1st April, 2005, the structure of family pension at the minimum and maximum has been fixed at Rs.1,830.00 and Rs.7,650.00, per month, respectively. 9.5.6. Under the original Scheme of Family Pension 1954, the Government employees had the option to make contribution by way of the surrender of two months’ gratuity or otherwise. Employees opting the above surrender of gratuity was eligible for the grant of the family pension and those opting out were not covered by the Scheme of Family Pension. From 17th April, 1979, the Family Pension Scheme has been converted into non-contributory and the benefits of family pension to all those non-eligible families of Pre-17th April, 1979 were also granted the family pension. 9.5.7. At present if a Government employee dies while in service after rendering a minimum of seven years, the family of the concerned person is granted the family
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pension at the enhanced rates of 50 per cent of pay or a period of 7(seven) years or till the employee/pensioner would have attained the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. 9.5.8. The children of the Government employee/pensioner are eligible for family pension, in case of son(s) until one attains the age of 18 years and in the case of unmarried daughter, until she attains the age of 21 years or marries, whichever is earlier. Existing provisions also do not confer the benefits of family pension in respect of parents who are wholly dependent on the Government employee. Similarly, widowed or divorced daughters are outside the condition of dependency and eligible for family pension. 9.5.9. Extra-Ordinary Pension: Rule 49 of the Meghalaya Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1983 mentions the application of the Assam Services (Extra-Ordinary Pension)Rules, 1961, as adapted by the Government of Meghalaya. Under the extant rules, family pension to the families of the Government employees who die as a result of “risk of office” or “special risk of office” would be paid the family pension under the provisions of the said rules and not under the normal family pension rules. In addition, the widow/widower are also granted Child Allowance in addition to the family pension. 9.5.10. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission in its Report at Para 8.10.1 to 8.10.13 (Pp.187-194) had comprehensively examined the Scheme of Family Pension and other allied benefits available to the families of Government employees who die in the circumstances mentioned above and recommended for detail modification of extant rules. 9.5.11. Special Family Pension: With effect from the 4th July, 2007, the Government of Meghalaya have introduced and sanctioned the Scheme of Special Family Pension in respect of the State Government employees including the All India Services Officers and personnel serving in connection with the affairs of the State. The Scheme inter alia provides that the next of kin/relatives of the deceased Government employees borne on pensionable service and/or post holding substantive or temporary appointment and who get killed while engaged in discharge of duties or for reasons connected with the discharge of duties, will be entitled to the grant of Special Family Pension at the rate equal to the amount of monthly salary including the incremental benefits, dearness allowance and all other allowances. 9.5.12. The Special Family Pension so granted shall be in lieu of the Family Pension admissible under the Meghalaya Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1983 and tenable for the period from the date following the date of death till the date on which the deceased employee would have attained the superannuation age had he remained in service. And from the aforesaid notional superannuation date, the Family Pension under the normal rules of the Meghalaya Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1983. 9.5.13. For the purpose of grant of the Special Family Pension, the following next of kin/relatives in accordance with the priority below:-
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(i) In the case of widow or widower, up to the date of death or re-marriage, whichever is earlier.
(ii) In absence of widow/widower, minor sons and unmarried daughters
below the age of 18 years and 21 years, respectively.
(iii) In absence of eligible children, dependent parents. (iv) And in absence of dependent parents, the dependent brothers below the
age of 18 years and unmarried sisters below the age of 21 years.
9.5.14. Invalid Pension: Rule 34 of the Meghalaya Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1983 regulates
the grant of Invalid Pension to a Government employee after being declared by the competent Medical Authority the person concerned to be permanently incapacitated for further service. Where the competent Medical Authority declares that the concerned employee is fit for further service of less laborious character than that which he/she has been doing, subject to his/her willingness, such Government employee is not to be granted Invalid Pension but employed on such lower post having less laborious nature of duties. However, where the incapacity is attributed directly due to the irregular or intemperate habits, the facility for grant of Invalid Pension should not be considered. If the incapacity though not directly but is/was as a result of such habits and the incapacity has been aggravated or accelerated thereby, it is for the Pension sanctioning authority to allow the invalidation with reduced amount of pension.
9.6. Ex-Gratia Payment to families of Government employees who die
while performing official duties. Presently a one-time financial relief equal to six months’ pay of the
Government employee subject to a minimum of Rs.10,000.00 and the maximum of Rs.15,000.00 is granted as ex-gratia payment to the families of the deceased employee who dies as a direct consequence of injuries received or mishap taking place in the line of duty. The ex-gratia is payable to the family of the deceased Government employees to the members of the family entitled under the rules. No outstanding amount or liabilities against the said deceased employee shall be adjusted against the ex-gratia payment under this scheme.
9.7. Scheme of grant of Ex-Gratia payment to the families of armed
Service personnel/State Police Personnel/Home Guards Personnel/ Others killed while on Law and Order duties/Anti Insurgency or terrorists action: From 1st January, 2001, the Scheme for the grant of Ex-Gratia payment of
Rs. 5.00 lakh to the families of Armed Service personnel including CPME Personnel/ State Police Personnel and State Home Guard Personnel and others, who get killed on
Law and order/Anti Insurgency or terrorist action or died in action while defending the sovereignty and territorial integrity of India. 9.7.1 The Scheme also provides the payment of Ex-Gratia grant at the following scales:-
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(i) Rs.1.00 lakh : To the next of kin of the personnel killed in terrorist/militant
incidents.
(ii) Rs.0.50 lakh : Personnel who are permanently disabled by injuries caused in or in consequence of the performance of duties in the circumstances specified above.
(iii) Rs.0.20 lakh : Personnel injured as a result of the incidents referred to above. 9.7.2. For the purpose of the payment of Ex-Gratia payments, the following types or classes of injuries shall constitute a permanent disability to be certified and recommended by the Medical Board :-
(a) Loss of both hands and amputation at higher sides.
(b) Loss of a hand or leg.
(c) Double amputation through leg or thigh or amputation through leg or thigh on one side and loss of another leg.
(d) Loss of a sight to such an extent as to render the claimant unable to perform any work.
(e) Very severe facial disfigurement and
(f) Absolute deafness. 9.8 Modifications/Changes in the Pension/Family Pension in the past :
While substantial modifications and changes extending liberal benefits over the past on the recommendations of the Second and the Third Pay Commission have been highlighted in the foregoing paragraphs, full neutralisation of dearness allowance has also been allowed to all pensioners including the family pensioners. 9.8.1. Commutation of a portion not exceeding 1/3rd of the pension and lump-sum payment as commuted value of pension based on the Commutation Table is available to the State Government employees and also to pensioners. Though the amount of pension once commuted and availed of is not subject to restoration, the State Government allowed the restoration of the commuted portion of pension after a period of fifteen years from the date of retirement. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission had also recommended for the restoration of the commuted value of pension after completion of twelve years. Government, however, have not accepted the Commission is above proposition. Demands on pension/family pension and other retirement benefits: 9.9. Various demands having major implications on pension and other retiral benefits including the family pension have been brought before the Commission by different Service Associations/Unions, individual Government employees and also departments/offices of the State Government. These issues are given below :-
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(i) Qualifying service for full pension should be reduced from 33 years and
in the case of ST Government employees to 26 years on the ground that at present the maximum age for recruitment/appointment in respect of Scheduled Tribe candidates in Government is 32 years.
(ii) Full pension to be at 60% of the emoluments and also based on last pay
drawn and not six monthly average emoluments.
(iii) Family pension to be allowed at 60% for a period of 10 years instead of 7 years.
(iv) Pension to be based on dearness allowance as well beside the existing
“emoluments components”.
(v) Restoration of the commuted value of pension after 12 years instead of 15 years.
(vi) Pensioners/family pensioners to be extended the benefits of
Compensatory Allowance, e.g., House Rent Allowance, Winter Allowance and Hill Compensatory Allowance beside the existing Medical Allowance.
(vii) Old-age increment in pension at the rates of 10 %, 15 %, 20 % and 25 %
when the pensioners reach the age of 65, 70, 75 and 80 years, respectively.
(viii) Enhancing the higher rate of 40 % of pension for commutation from the
existing 1/3rd of the basic pension.
(ix) Change/Enhancement in the age of superannuation.
Recommendations : 9.10. The various demands and issues raised before the Commission have been examined with reference to existing provisions in the rules and orders of the Government and accordingly the following recommendations have been made :- 9.10.1. Qualifying service for pension : A number of requests have been received by the Commission to reduce the qualifying years of service for eligibility for full pension from 33 to 30 or even to 26 years on the ground that recruitment age for entry in the Government service has been relaxed and increased to 32 years in respect of the Scheduled Tribe candidates. Relaxation given to the State Government employees at the entry level need not necessarily be followed by liberalisation of qualifying years of service for full pension. The Commission also noted that presently full pension is payable only on completion of 33 years of qualifying service, the Sixth Central Pay Commission has allowed the concession of allowing the grant of 5 years of additional qualifying service for the
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purpose of computing pension subject to certain conditions. In other words, an employee presently has to put in a minimum of 28 years of qualifying service to become eligible for full pension. Apparently the Sixth Central Pay Commission took cognizance of the provisions relating to Voluntary retirement and pension which also exist under the State Pension Rules. The Commission after due consideration of all aspects recommends:
(i) Person having put in 10 years or more service irrespective of confirmation
and/or temporary appointment against a sanctioned post/service be eligible for pension.
(ii) Full pension on completion of 30 years of qualifying service instead of
33 years. For the purpose the computation of pension, 30 years to be taken as the reckonable factor.
(iii) Rule 45 of the Meghalaya Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1983 provides
that in case of death of a Government employee while in service, for the purpose of eligibility of Family Pension, the Government employee should have completed a minimum period of one year of continuous service (broken periods being ignored). Commission recommends that less than one year of continuous service should also confer the entitlement for Family Pension provided the deceased Government employee concerned immediately prior to his appointment to the service/post was examined by the appropriate Medical Authority and declared fit by that authority for Government service.
9.10.2. Quantum of Pension: The issue for raising the quantum of pension from the existing 50% of the average emoluments (six monthly average) to a higher rate of 60% of last pay and demands in this regard have been examined. Commission took note of the proposed revised pay structure as a whole (as recommended presently) and also the reduced factor of qualifying service from 33 years to 30 years. The Commission, therefore, finds no justification for raising the rates of pension payable at 50 percent of the six monthly average emoluments related to the qualifying service. 9.10.3. Higher quantum of Family Pension enhancement in the period of
higher Family Pension: Substantial liberalization in the structure and quantum of Family Pension on the recommendations of the previous State Commissions and also in line with the recommendations of the Fifth Central Pay Commission have been brought about and the Commission considers the existing rate of 30 percent of the pay for the purpose of calculation of Family Pension is sufficient. The eligibility conditions have also been examined and the Commission recommends the term “family” in relation to the Government employees should mean and include the following :-
(a) First Category: (i) Widow or Widower upto the date of death or remarriage, whichever is
earlier;
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(ii) Son/Daughter (including widowed daughter) upto the date of his/her marriage/re-marriage or till the date he/she starts earning or till the age of 25 years, whichever is earlier.
(b) Second Category:
(iii) Unmarried/Widowed/Divorced daughter, not covered by First category and upto the date of marriage/re-marriage or till the date she starts earning or up to the date of death, whichever is earlier.
(iii) Parents who are wholly dependent on the Government employee when
he/she was alive provided the deceased employee had left behind neither a widow nor a child. Family pension to dependent parents/unmarried/divorced/widowed daughter should continue till the time of death.
The following further observations are made:-
(a) For the purpose of the eligibility, the income criteria for dependent(s) on the Government employee should be not more than the minimum amount of pension per month.
(b) The higher rate of Family Pension is not admissible to dependent parents
and they are eligible only for the normal rate and as below:- (i) In the case of death in service – One and half of the normal rate of
family pension, if compensation under the Workmen’s Compensation Act is also paid; and,
(ii) In case of death after retirement – Fifty per cent of ‘pay’ at the
time of retirement; or the amount of pension authorized on retirement without any increase or decrease.
(c) Judicial separation of husband and wife does not entail forfeiture of claim
of family pension, unless it is on ground of adultery of which the surviving spouse was held guilty. If there is a child (children) through the judicially separated spouse, the child/children should be paid the family pension. In such a case, it may be paid to the surviving spouse if he/she is the natural guardian; otherwise to the actual guardian specified by the competent legal authority. After the child/children cease to be eligible for family pension, the family pension to be paid to the judicially separated spouse till death or re-marriage, whichever is earlier.
(d) Family pension should also be admissible to post-retiral spouse/child or
children so born.
(e) Family Pension and other claims in respect Missing Government employees:
(i) If an employee is missing and his whereabouts are not known, his family should be paid the retirement benefits. For this purpose the family of the missing Government employee should have lodged the
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necessary complaint with the Police concerned and obtained a report that the employee has not been traced after all efforts had been made. The claims of the family should be settled in the manner given below:-
Benefits payable in the first instance: Pay and allowance as due and admissible, leave encashment, if any and General Provident Fund balance. After one year: Death-cum-retirement gratuity, Family Pension from the date of the F.I.R./Complaint and other dues as due to the missing Govt. employee. It is, however, necessary that the nominees/dependents should furnish the Indemnity Bond that all payments shall be adjusted against the payment due to the missing employee in case he/she appears on the scene at a later date and makes claims. After death is established or after seven years: Subject to production of proper and indisputable proof of death or Decree of the Court, final settlement of Death-cum-retirement gratuity including insurance cover admissible. Family pension to be sanctioned under the rules. When missing after committing fraud: Benefits can be sanctioned only on the employee being acquitted by Court or after the conclusion of departmental disciplinary proceedings.
9.10.4. Pension to be based on dearness allowance as well beside the “existing
emoluments”: Having regard to the substantial upward revision in the proposed pay
structure and decrease in the qualifying service as factor in the computation of pension, Commission finds no reasonable justification to enlarge the scope of “emoluments” by inclusion of dearness allowance.
9.11. Restoration of commuted value of pension after 12 years instead of existing 15 years:
Associations of both serving and retired employees have expressed their concern over the existing Scheme of Commutation of pension under which once a part, i.e., 1/3rd of pension is commuted with reference to a particular number of years, it is not restored even after the lapse of relevant period, which they submitted, generally after 12 years. They have also represented that the pensioners blessed with some longevity of life were put extreme hardships in the present scheme of restoration after 15 years. While technically the commuted value of pension is based on the general longevity and time-value of money and the employee taking advantage of the facility is expected to invest it wisely and live out of the interest, dividends or return from his investment, in practice the commuted amount of pension is utilised to discharge some inescapable commitments
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and liabilities of the employee. In fact, it is seldom that it is kept as separate fund yielding a regular return. In addition, erosion of real value of pension despite the sanction of dearness allowance, the expectation on the part of the pensioners for restoration of the commuted portion of pension on the expiry of the relevant period has come up. In our view, denial of restoration would apparently cause genuine hardship to pensioners endowed with a long life. The Commission, therefore, recommends that as suggested by the Sixth Central Pay Commission for examination of the present Commutation Table and have suitable and correct picture. Till then, we are of the view there is no justification for decreasing the period of restoration of the commuted value of pension. The Commission also recommends no change in the ceiling of 1/3rd of the pension for the purpose of commutation. 9.12. Pensioners/Family pensioners to be extended the benefits of other
Compensatory Allowances, i.e., House Rent Allowance, Winter Allowance and Hill Compensatory Allowance:
At present the benefit of Medical Allowance at the rate as admissible to the serving Government employees is being granted to the pensioners/family pensioners. In addition, the benefits and facilities in respect of medical treatments, reimbursements of expenses incurred on his/her treatment and also the dependent members of family in Government hospitals/institutions and outside the State in Government recognized hospitals/institutions are available. Also the pensioners/family pensioners and dependent family members journey expenses are allowed under the Meghalaya Medical Attendance Rules. The Commission therefore agree with the observation of the Third Meghalaya Pay Commission that there is no convincing case before this Commission to recommend consideration of other Compensatory Allowances. 9.13. Old-age increment in pension at the rates of 10%, 15%, 20% and
25% when the pensioners reach the age of 65 years, 70 years, 75 years and 80 years, respectively: The Commission recommends that the quantum of pension may increase
on attaining the age of 80 years and above at the following rates:
80 years ………. 10% of basic pension. 85 years ………. 15% of basic pension. 90 years ………. 20% of basic pension. 95 years ………. 25% of basic pension. 100 years ………. 50% of basic pension.
9.14. (1) Change/Enhancement in the age of superannuation: The Government of Meghalaya by the Office Memorandum No.PER.26/98/Pt.I/42, dtd. 17th October, 1998, had raised the age of superannuation of State Government employees from 58 years to 60 year with effect from the 25th September, 1998. the superannuation age of 60 years has hitherto been in place in respect of the Group ‘D’ categories of State Government employees. And with the raising of the age of superannuation, the maximum age of entry into Government service had also been increased by two years. Pursuant to the above decision, F.R. 57(a) of the Meghalaya FRs & SRs, 1984 was amended. However, by a subsequent Order vide Office Memorandum No.PER.26/98/Pt.I/72, dtd. 1st December, 1999, the State Government had
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reverted to the original age of superannuation, i.e., 58 years, effect from the 31st March, 2000 and the relevant proviso in FR 57(a), ibid had again been amended. 9.14.1. A very large number of requests for enhancement of the age of superannuation from 58 years at present to 60 years have been received by the Commission from different Service Associations/Unions, Government Departments/ Offices and also individual Government employees suggesting the superannuation age be raised to 60 years in conformity with the provision existing in the Central Government, other State Governments and near at home in the Government of Assam and also within the State Government as in the cases of A.I.S. Officers and very large percentage of Group ‘D’ employees. There are equally very large workforce of Teachers in Deficit Colleges and Schools whose retirement age is 60 years. 9.14.2. There is apprehension that the rise in the age of superannuation might adversely effect the employment opportunities in the immediate future. Taking all aspects of the issues with great care and a deep sense of concern, the solution to the problem of unemployment in the State is not to absorb labour in the Government sector but to create conditions under which more job opportunities and labour can be employed for productive purposes, both within and outside the Government sectors. Here it involves to maintain parity with the other larger sections of employees, i.e., the employees under the Central Government, Public Sector Enterprises and also many State Governments where they enjoy a higher retirement age. 9.14.3. Incidentally, the age limit for entry into Government service has been raised with further concession to the members of the Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Castes candidates. Such a dispensation would allow to secure full pension and gratuity under the Liberalised Pension Rules. 9.14.4. Having considered all the aspects of the requests of the various Service Associations, individual Government employees and also large number of Government departments/offices we feel that there is a case for increasing the superannuation age of the State Government employees to 60 years.
9.15. Assam Services (Extra-Ordinary Pension) Rules, 1963 (adapted by the Government of Meghalaya):
9.15.1. Rule 49 of the Meghalaya Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1983 indicates that the Assam Services (Extra-ordinary Pension) Rules, 1963 has been adapted by the Government of Meghalaya. The aforesaid rule (Rule 49) is reproduced below: “49. Widow/Widower of such Government servants are governed by this section will not be entitled to family pension under any other rule. Family pension to the families of Government servants governed by this section as well as the Assam Services (Extra-ordinary Pension) Rules, 1963 as adapted who dies as a result of “risk of office” or “special risk of Office” as defined in the aforesaid Rules, 1963 would be paid under the Assam Services (Extra-ordinary Pension) Rules, 1963 as adapted and not under the
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Family Pension Scheme in this section except to the extent mentioned in the scheme. In other words, they will not be entitled to benefits under this Family Pension scheme in this Section, in addition, except as indicated in Note - 1 below sub-rule (iv) of Rule - 47”. Note 1 below sub-rule (iv) or Rule 47 reproduced below: “Note - 1 :- In case of widows/widowers governed by the provisions of the Assam
Services (Extra-ordinary Pension) Rules, 1963 as adapted by the Government of Meghalaya, the child allowance, if any, will be paid in addition.”
9.15.2. The aforesaid Extra-ordinary Pension Rules vide Chapter-II Chapter-III
apply to : “All person in civil employ …whether their employment is permanent, temporary or casual and, whether remunerated by fixed pay or by piece work rate: Provided that in the case of a person to whom the Workmen’s Compensation Act, 1923 applies.” 9.15.3. Under the rules accidents, diseases, injuries or deaths contracted and/or occurred, would be covered by the grant of pension and other benefits as defined under Rules, 36 to 39 and which include: “a sudden and unavoidable mishap, venereal disease, disease solely and directly attributable to an accident, an epidemic disease contracted by an officer in consequence of his being ordered on duty to an area in which such disease is prevalent or in consequence of his attending voluntarily out of humanitarian motives, upon any patient suffering from any such disease in any area where he happens to be in the performance of his duties…….” The rules also defines the term “risk of office” and also “special risk,” and the award/grant of pension/family pension, family pension and also gratuity. 9.15.4. If the Government employee is killed or dies of injuries received as a result of “special risk of office”, and/or “risk of office” the widow and the children of the deceased employee would be entitled to gratuity and also pension including children pension.
(Note:- The rates/scales of the pension, family pension and also children pension, as revised under the adapted rules may perhaps need revision since the revised rates have not been incorporated in these rules). 9.15.5. The Central Rules have been substantially liberalized and for the purpose of determination of the “compensation” payable for death or disability under different circumstances, such cases have been broadly classified into five distinct categories and as below:-
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Category ‘A’ : Death or disability due to normal causes not attributed to Government service, Examples: would be chronic ailment like heart and renal diseases, prolonged illness, accidents while not on duty.
Category ‘B’ : Death or disability due to causes which are accepted as attributable to or aggravated by Govt. service. Diseases contracted because of continued exposure to a hostile work environment, subjected to extreme weather conditions or occupational hazards resulting in death or disability.
Category ‘C’ : Death or disability due to accidents in the performance of duties. Some examples are accidents while travelling on duty in Govt. vehicles or public transport, a journey on duty performed by service aircraft, mishaps at sea, electrocution while on duty, etc.
Category ‘D’ : Death or disability attributable to acts of violence by terrorists, anti-social elements, etc. whether in their performance of duties or otherwise. Apart from cases of death or injury sustained by personnel of the Central Police Organisations while employed in aid of the Civil administration in quelling agitation riots or revolt by demonstrators, other public servants including police personnel, etc., bomb blasts in public places or transport indiscriminate shooting incidents in public etc. would be covered under this category.
Category ‘E’ : Death or disability arising as a result of (a) attack by or during action against extremists, anti-social elements, etc., and (b) enemy action in international war or border skirmishes or warlike situations, including cases which are attributable to (i) extremists acts, exploding mines, etc while on way to an operational area (ii) kidnapping by extremists.
9.15.6. Beside ex-gratia payment, disability/family pension will be admissible in the manner indicated below:-
(a) Cases covered under Category ‘A’ will continue to be covered by the existing provisions of the Pension Rules.
(b) In cases of Categories/Groups ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’ and ‘E’, the scales of the family/disability pension would be as under:-
Family Pension for Categories ‘B’ & ‘C’ :
(a) Where the deceased employee was not holding a pensionable post: 40% of basic pay subject to a minimum of Rs.1,650.00.
(b) Where the deceased employee was holding a pensionable post: 60% of basic pay subject to the minimum of Rs.2,500.00.
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In cases where the widow dies or marries, the children will be paid family pension at the rates indicated at (a) and (b) above, as applicable and the same rates will also apply to fatherless/motherless children. In both cases, family pension will be paid to the children for the period during which they would be eligible for family pension under the Pension Rules. Dependent parents/ brothers/ sisters, etc. Will be paid family pension at one-half the rate applicable to widow/ fatherless or motherless children.
Family Pension under Categories ‘D’ & ‘E’ : (a) Family Pension in cases, falling under above categories will be
determined under the existing provisions of Liberalised Pensionary Awards Scheme (Special dispensation).
(b) If the Government employee is not survived by widow but is survived by
child/ children only, all children together will be eligible for family pension at the rate of 60% of basic pay subject to the minimum of Rs.2500.00. Children allowance, as admissible now, will be abolished.
(c) When the employee dies a bachelor or as widower without children,
dependents pension will be admissible to parent without reference to pecuniary circumstances, at the rate of 75% of pay last drawn if both the parents are alive and at the rate of 60 % if only one of them is alive. Disability Pension for cases covered under Categories B & C :
(a) Normal pension and gratuity admissible under the Pension Rules plus ‘Disability Pension’ equal to 30% of basic pay, for 100% disability.
(b) For lower percentage of disability, the monthly disability pension will be
proportionately lower as at present, provided that where permanent disability is not less than 60%, the total pension (i.e. pension or service gratuity admissible under the Pension Rules plus ‘Disability Pension’ as indicated at (i) above shall not be less than 60%
Disability Pension for cases under Category ‘D’ :
(a) Disability Pension comprising a service element equal to the retiring pension and gratuity to which the employee would have been entitled to on the basis of his pay on the date of invalidation but counting service up to the date on which he would have retired in the normal course and Disability element equal in amount to normal family pension subject to the condition that the aggregate of the service and disability element will not be less than 80% of the pay last drawn, for 100% disability.
(b) For lower percentage of disability, the disability element will be
proportionately lower as at present.
Disability Pension for cases under Category ‘E’ : (a) Disability Pension, comprising a service element equal to the retiring
pension and gratuity to which the employee would have been entitled to on the basis of his pay on the date of invalidation but counting service up to the date on which he would have retired in normal course and disability
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element equal in amount to the pay last drawn subject to the condition that the aggregate of the service and disability elements will not exceed the pay last drawn, for 100% disability.
(b) For lower percentage of disability, the disability element will be
proportionately lower as at present. 9.15.7. The percentage of disability or functional incapacity will be determined in the following manner for purposes of computing the disability element forming part of benefits:- Percentage of disability assessed by
Medical Board. Percentage to be reckoned for
computation of disability element. (a) Less than 50
…
50
(b) Between 50 and 75 … 75 (c) Between 76 and 1000 … 100
9.15.8. The Sixth Central Pay Commission took the view that substantial liberalization in regard to the Central Civil Services (Extra-Ordinary) Pension Rules have been made by the Government of India on the basis of the recommendation of the Fifth Central Pay Commission and, therefore, the present provisions are adequate. It also noted that in the case of 100% disability where the individual employee is completely dependent on somebody else for day to day functions, no Constant Attendance Allowance is available under the above Rules. Similar allowance needs also to be extended in respect of the retires as well because of their requirement would be similar. The Commission also took note of the provision of Ex-Gratia admissible over and above the benefits under the Pension Rules to the families of the Government employees who die in harness in the course of performance of their bonafide official duties, and the existing provisions as quite adequate. The Commission, however, recommended that the Ex-Gratia be doubled in case of death occurring due to accidents in the course of performance of duties whether attributable to acts of violence by terrorists, anti-social elements, etc., or otherwise and in cases of death occurring due to enemy action in international war or border skirmishes or action against militants, terrorists, extremists in the border posts or on account of natural disasters, extreme whether conditions while on duty in the specified high altitude, inaccessible border posts, etc., at three times of the existing amount of Rs.5.00 lakhs. 9.15.9. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission in its Report at Para. 8.10.1 to 8.10.13 (Pp. 187 - 194) had comprehensively examined the scheme of Family Pension and other allied matters and benefits available to the families of Government employees who die in the circumstances indicated above. It recommended that the provisions in the Extra-Ordinary Pension Rules should be modified. 9.15.10. While taking note, that no steps whatsoever have over the last three decades, been initiated towards the revision/modifications of the said adapted Assam
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Rules or frame the State’s own Rules, the Commission recommends that the foregoing provisions be given priority and necessary Rules brought out. 9.15.11. Ex-Gratia Payment to families of Government employees who die
while performing official duties: At present in addition to the family pension, death-cum-retirement gratuity, leave encashment, etc., the Ex-Gratia is also payable to the families of Government employees who die in harness in the course of performance of his official duties. The Commission recommends the grant of the Ex-Gratia at the enhanced rate of six months pay subject to the minimum of Rs.20,000.00 (existing Rs.10,000.00) and the maximum of Rs.30,000.00 (present limit of Rs.15,000.00). For the purpose of eligibility, the family shall be as defined in the relevant rules of the Pension Rules. 9.16. Death-cum-Retirement Gratuity: At present the upper ceiling in respect of the death-cum-retirement/retirement gratuity is Rs.3.50 lakh. The Service Associations have submitted that the above ceiling be removed and also the scope of “emoluments” for the purpose of D.C.R.G./Gratuity be enlarged, to include the dearness allowance. In the Government of India, on the recommendations of the Fifth Central Pay Commission, “emoluments” for the purpose also include dearness allowance. The Commission is inclined to consider the above requests of Service Associations/Unions for inclusion of dearness allowance as emoluments beside the pay. The Commission also recommends that having regard to the substantial revision in the pay structure, the maximum limit of Rs.3.50 lakh should be increased to Rs.10.00 lakh. 9.17.1. Fixation of pension of pre - 1.1.2008 pensioners/Family pensioners: Parity in the matter of principle of fixation of pension in respect of Pre and Post - 1.1.1996 pensioners have been allowed. In addition, full neutralization of price rise on and after 1.1.1996 cases has also been granted to all pensioners. Therefore, further changes or modifications of the rules/orders are not necessary. In order, however, to maintain the parity between the existing and future retiring employees, there is the absolute need to provide the same fitment formulation as is being recommended for the serving Government employees. the Commission, therefore, recommends that all Pre 1.1.2008 pensioners/family pensioners should be allowed fitment benefit by multiplying the basic pension by a fraction of 2.66. 9.17.2. Having regard to the proposed revised pay structures, the Commission recommends the “minimum” and “maximum” quantum of pension/family pension as below:-
Minimum
Maximum
Pension Rs. 3,250.00 Rs. 23,000.00
Family Pension Rs. 3,250.00 Rs. 13,800.00
9.18. Medical Allowance and Medical care for pensioners/family pensioners:
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The Commission noted at Para 12.1.7.that at present the pensioners/family pensioners are granted Medical Allowance at the rate of Rs. 350.00 per month to meet sundry and day to day expenditure on medicines and minor medical consultation charges. The facilities as available under the Meghalaya Medical Attendance Rules are also being extended to the pensioner, his/her spouse and dependent family members including the family pensioners. The Commission recommends that the facilities on medical care provided under the rules and also the Medical Allowance as admissible to the serving Government employee should continue to be extended. 9.19.1. The New Pension Scheme: On the recommendations of the Fifth Central Pay Commission, the New Pension Scheme (NPS) had been implemented by the Government of India covering all Civilian employees other than the Defence personnel appointed on or after the 1st January, 2004. The NPS is in fact a Contributory Pension Scheme providing the following:-
(a) Government employee has to contribute 10% of his salary (i.e., Basic pay + Dearness Pay + Dearness Allowance) recoverable at source from his monthly salary bill(s).
(b) The recovery/deduction commences from the month following the month
of his joining service. (c) Government will make equal matching contribution. (d) Payment of Service Charges against each Government employee (new) to
the Pension Fund Regulatory & Development Authority (PFRDA) for availing the services of the Central Record-keeping Agency and Pension Fund Managers engaged by the PFRDA with regard to pension accumulations of the employees under the New Pension System and, also for the cost of the charges to be paid to the CRA for providing record-keeping and administrative services. The rates/scales per employee of the above Service Charges have been specified for the purpose.
(e) No withdrawal from the NPS Fund is permissible. (f) Final exit from the Scheme will be on attaining the superannuation age
(as in G.I. of 60 years). It is also mandatory to invest 40% of pension-wealth in an annuity with IRDA Regulated Life Insurance Company for the purpose of pension for life time of the employee concerned and his dependent spouse/parents. In case where the employee leaves the Scheme before 60 years of age, 80% of pension-wealth is mandatory for investment.
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(g) Individual Contributor to the Scheme will be furnished with the Annual Statement containing the Opening Balance, monthly contribution including Government matching contribution and the interest so earned. The rate of interest shall be the rate prescribed the Government from time to time.
9.19.2. The Sixth Central Pay Commission took note of the concern about the manner in which the burgeoning pension bill be funded keeping in view of the fact that the New Pension Scheme (NPS) implemented by the Government of India for the employees recruited on or after the 1st January, 2004. It also took note of the “Papers” submitted by the Centre for Economic Studies & Policy, Institute for Social and Economic Centre, Bangalore (ISEC) which “ revealed that while the future Central Government pensionary expenditure in absolute terms would be significant, as a percentage of GDP its share is on the decline. It was also seen that the two key factors that have had an impact on the growing pension related expenditure are the huge intake of Government employees in the initial years of the planned development of the country along with sharp increase of the size of the pay and other allowances over a period based on the revisions recommended by the Pay Commissions from time to time. In recent years, there has been a considerable decline in Government employment. Consequently the number of retirees in future will also be lower with concomitant decrease in the future growth of the pension bill will be further reduced ……” It, therefore, did not made any specific recommendation for the creation of the Pension Fund. 9.19.3. From the information and materials made available by the Finance Department of the Government, the pension bill of the Government have grown by almost six times (as will be seen from the following) :-
(Rupees in Crores) Years Total expenditure on pension and
family pension
1996 - 1997
:
20.51
1997 - 1998 : 22.03
1998 - 1999 : 35.49
1999 - 2000 : 40.15
2000 - 2001 : 55.02
2001 - 2002 : 58.20
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2002 - 2003 : 66.97
2003 - 2004 : 76.23
2004 - 2005 : 86.93
2005 - 2006 : 93.23
2006 - 2007 : 117.52
9.19.4. The terms of reference of the Commission refers to “examine the existing structure of pension, Death-cum-retirement gratuity, family pension and other terminal or recurring benefits and make recommendations relating thereto which may be feasible and desirable”. In the course of Commission’s deliberation, the matters relating to the New Pension Scheme (NPS) was referred to and make suitable recommendations in this regard. Accordingly the Commission examined the Government of India Scheme on New Pension in the context of the Sixth Central Pay Commission’s analysis and findings and is of the view that the recurring pension liabilities which over the years have been rising manifold would need to be tackled appropriately so that the resources of the State may not be saddled with the huge non-plan expenditure. The Commission would recommend the introduction of the Scheme of New Pension (NPS) and all new appointees be brought in to the Contributory New Pension Scheme.
9.20.1. Data base for pension and related issues:
In the course of the Commission’s examination of the pension and all related issues, it found that there is no system in place on information and data on pension. While the information made available to Commission [stated to have been obtained from the Office of Accountant General (A & E), Meghalaya] showed the following number of pensioners/family pension as on 31st March, 2007: (a) General pensioners - 14,251 (b) Family pensioners - 9,796 (c) M.L.A. pensioners - 164
- 24,211 Nos. The information/materials furnished by various Treasuries and Sub-Treasuries, however, give the total number of State Government pensioners/family pensioners at 41,131 for the period ending 31st March, 2007. The lack of proper Data-base System on pension and State pensioners is a serious matter which the Commission view it with deep concern. The Commission feels that beside the yearly number of Government retirees, information of such retirement from State Government service should be compiled for the next ten years.
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CHAPTER X
SERVICE CONDITIONS AND GENERAL OBSERVATIONS
10.1. In their replies to the Questionnaire and Memoranda submitted to the Commission, various Service Associations, Unions, group of individuals and individuals have offered views and suggestions covering the various aspects of the existing service conditions of the government employees. The Commission considered the submissions, keeping in regard the role of the government employees as an effective means to meet the needs of the people of the State towards development and ensuring, at the same time, a transparent administration. The following paragraphs deal with such service matters individually:-
SERVICE RULES
10.2.1. There are 39 (thirty nine) Services/Cadres Service Rules approved and notified by the Government of Meghalaya, as listed at Annexure – 10.2.A. From the information obtained, even in the cases of Services/Cadres for which the Service Rules have been finalised and approved by Government, no steps appear to have been taken for framing of the Service Rules in respect of subordinate and lower levels of posts. In other words, Service Rules for the senior and gazetted posts/cadres only have so been brought up and finalised. 10.2.2. There are a large number of departments where no Service Rules have at all been framed and/or finalised. Annexure – 10.2.B would indicate that major departments like the Education, Industries, Mining and Geology, Sericulture & Weaving, Excise, Registration, Taxation and Stamps, Community & Rural Development and Information & Public Relations are yet to frame and finalise the Departmental Service Rules, both for Senior/Gazetted and Subordinate Services/Cadres. 10.2.3. The Commission took note of the serious and succinct observations of the previous three Pay Commissions in the matter of inadequacies of departmental cadres and service rules for the purpose of regulation of employees’ conditions of service.
1st Meghalaya Pay Commission: Para 4.2.1 and 4.2.2 (Pp.136): “The Pay Commission has noted with deep concern that most Departments have not framed or finalised Service Rules for their employees…….” “It needs hardly be emphasised that Service Rules are essential for regulating recruitment, promotion and other conditions of service. In fact no administration can ensure equity and justice to its employees in the absence of Service Rules………” 2nd Meghalaya Pay Commission: Para 9.15 (Pp.210): “…………in its Resolution on the Report of the First Meghalaya Pay Commission, the Government had set 31.12.1980 as a deadline for completion of Service Rules of all Departments. This Commission notes with regret that seven years after the expiry of this target date, Service Rules have been published for only ten Services while at least
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as many as sixty four Service Rules are yet in drafting stage while at least five Services do not have even the draft Service Rules prepared. ………… The Commission, therefore, recommends that the Government may quickly identify the bottleneck in the process of finalisation of Service Rules and ensure that the recommendations of the First Meghalaya Pay Commission, which had been duly accepted by the Government, are implemented without further delay. The Commission trusts that the Service Rules will be framed with due regard to the principle of cadre-management, and that uniformity to the extent possible will be maintained in the Rules for various services.”
3rd Meghalaya Pay Commission: Para 6.8.1 (Pp.81) & Para 6.8.3 (Pp.84): “………The Commission
was informed that the Departments who have no Service Rules are functioning under the draft Service Rules or executive orders issued specifically for regulating the promotion in the different services. ………”
10.2.4. The Commission found that absence of Service Rules created obvious problems. There is confusion in cadre management as the absence of approved schedule of cadre posts, cadre strength of the service and number of posts in each cadre where a clear line of promotion and stages for such promotion are laid down. In these circumstances the absence of Service Rules created opportunities for manipulation of cases of promotion. Further indefinite delays in processing cases of promotion of eligible employees, with consequential stagnation and in come cases total deprivation of promotion in case of death and retirement. From the submissions made before the Commission, the Commission found that all Departments who have not finalised the Service Rules have resorted to ad-hoc arrangement wherein a promotional post was not filled up properly but any incumbent was allowed to hold dual charge which in reality does not endow the incumbent with full responsibility and accountability with the result that there is general all round irresponsibility, confusion and inefficiency. 10.2.5. The Commission further noted that -
(i) In respect of the subordinate services/cadres/posts in almost all the departments, the framing of the Service Rules appear to have been given very scanty attention.
(ii) Stagnation in services/posts, by and large, occur in the subordinate
categories of posts as the scopes of promotion(s) are generally limited. Keeping in view of the trend, the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission recommended the introduction of the “Extended scale(s) of pay”. It is disheartening to note that Departments such as the Education, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary, Public Health Engineering, Public Works etc. have not given the attention and importance to frame Service Rules for the lower categories of employees under them.
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functioning of the Departments/Directorates and to motivate the services in all Departments/Directorates and recommends that -
(i) A clear direction be issued by the Government for finalization of the Service Rules with definite time-frame, failing which the relevant Executive Orders should stand frozen and no recruitment or promotion should take place in that Department;
(ii) A Monitoring Cell under the Personnel Department may be set up to
oversee framing of the Service Rules within the given time frame.
STAGNATION IN SERVICE AND ASSURED CAREER PROGRESSION SCHEME (ACPS)
Conditions of Service of Government employees and matters relating to stagnation in service and ‘Assured Career Progression Scheme (ACPS). 10.3.1. There are a large number of posts/services which are generally classified as “Common Categories of posts/services”, e.g., Ministerial employees like Superintendents/Head Assistants/U.D. Assistants/Lower Division Assistants in the offices of Heads of Departments and District and Subordinate Offices. Other posts of Stenographers, Typists, Drivers, Duftries/Jamadars and Group ‘D’ employees also fall under the above categories. In addition, there are various posts both in the senior and subordinate levels, e.g. Research Officer, Statistical Officer, Statistical Assistant/Sub-Inspector of Statistics, Computer Clerk, Librarian, Library Assistant, Store Keeper, Record Keeper, Cinema Operator, Photographer, Guide Assistant, Research Assistant, Accountant, Accounts Assistants, Monitoring Officer, Assistant Teachers of Upper and Lower Primary Schools, Instructor, Demonstrator Foreman, Boiler and Boiler Attendant, Record Supplier, Record Sorter, Electrician, Data Entry Operator, etc. which are termed “isolated posts”. It is in the above categories of posts that the problem of acute stagnation occur. 10.3.2. The problems of “stagnation” and non-movement in career advancement appeared to have been aggravated by the non-framing of Service Rules. The Service Associations had made their submissions to the previous Pay Commissions and strongly pleaded for avenues of promotions, and/or devise schemes for up-gradation by creation of higher grades with higher scales of pay. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission had, therefore, recommended a system of Extended Scales for all Group ‘C’ and ‘D’ posts and Group ‘B’ posts upto a certain level. This was introduced with effect from 1.1.1987 and has continued thereafter. 10.3.3. On scrutiny of the memoranda submitted by various Service Associations/ individual government employees to the Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission, some are of the view that the Extended Scales of pay should continue, others to introduction of time-bound scales of pay while a number of them have come up strongly with the suggestion that the Central Government’s Assured Career Progression Scheme (ACPS), be also introduced in the State to tackle the problem of stagnation. The Meghalaya Veterinary Services Association has even referred to Supreme Court Ruling in the case W.A. No. of 1997 Dtd 7.4.1997 (Guwahati) which says: “It is not disputed that the other States in
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India having regard to the recommendations made in this behalf by the Pay Commission introduced the scheme of Assured Career Promotion in terms whereof the incumbent of a post it not promoted within a period of 12 years is granted one higher scale of pay and another upon completion of 24 years if in the meanwhile he had not been promoted despite existence of promotional avenues.” 10.3.4. The Sixth Central Pay Commission have noticed some problems and have observed:
“ACPS has, by and large, alleviated the problem of stagnation and also allowed higher rate of increments in the higher scale extended under it. However, it has given rise to many other problems, mainly because the financial up-gradations in the extant scheme follow the existing hierarchy. This gives uneven benefit to employees existing in the same pay scale in different organizations with a different hierarchical pattern. Employees working in organizations having more intermediate grades suffer because financial up-gradation under ACPS places them in a lower pay scale vis-à-vis a similarly placed employee in another organization that has lesser intermediary grades”. They have recommended a revised scheme. We also endorse the same with a little modification to be applicable in Meghalaya.
The Commission therefore, recommends introduction of an Assured Career Progression Scheme in the State with the following conditions:-
(i) The Scheme will be applicable to all posts in Group ‘D’, ‘C’ and ‘B’ and also be available to all posts belonging to Group ‘A’ - whether isolated or not. Organized Group ‘A’ services, will, however, not be covered under the scheme.
(ii) The pay on promotion will be fixed at the next higher stage in higher scale.
(iii) The pay given at the time of financial up-gradation under ACPS will be the immediate next higher pay in the hierarchy of revised pay scales being recommended.
(iv) Financial up-gradation under the scheme will be available whenever a person has spent 12 years continuously in the same rank. However, not more than two financial up-gradations shall be given in the entire career.
STAGNATION INCREMENTS
10.4.1. The Scheme of Stagnation Increments recommended by the previous Pay Commissions and accepted by the Government has been examined by this Commission and observed as follows:-
First Meghalaya Pay Commission: The Scheme of Stagnation Increment was first introduced in the
State on the recommendation of the First Meghalaya Pay Commission. The Commission had observed that stagnation is a phenomenon arising from structural imbalances in the organization of government services as well as from the manner in which these services are managed and the answer to this problem lies in reorganizing the services but there are certain limits to which such reorganization can be stretched. The Commission had noted that administrative and financial constraints were to be kept in view and there were instances where isolated cadres or posts were not amenable to any kind of reorganization.
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The Commission had, therefore, recommended a general solution to the problem, applicable to all services and cadres, in the form of stagnation increment. Accordingly, with effect from 1-1-1979 an employee reaching the maximum of his scale of pay was given, on completion of three years at that maximum, an increment at the rate last drawn by him. Such employee was also entitled to draw further increments at that rate at intervals of three years subject to a maximum of three increments in all. In other words, a period of 9 years (3X3) beyond the maximum of the scale was provided for. Second Meghalaya Pay Commission: The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission had also examined in depth the problem of stagnation in service keeping in regard the equivalent recommendation of the Assam Pay Commission 1979 and the Fourth Central Pay Commission and recommended the continuance of the scheme with some changes. With effect from 1.1.1987, an employee who has reached the maximum of the scale of pay of the post held by him and completed two years of service at the maximum is eligible for stagnation increment at the rate last drawn by him and will draw further such increment, at intervals of two years, subject to a maximum of three increments in all. Third Meghalaya Pay Commission: The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission noted that the problem of stagnation in the post could be tackled to a large extent by the provisions of grades in the case of isolated or ex-cadre posts or with the provision of additional grades so that upward movement in a sustained and automatic manner could be attained. It, however, recommended the continuance of the existing arrangement of granting stagnation benefits to the government employees. A very large number of requests have been received by the Commission both from the Service Associations and also the Departments of the Government, pointing out the very poor and unsatisfactory conditions of service of the State Government employees and in the context of limited avenues of promotions, lack of Departmental Service Rules, large number of isolated posts or ex-cadre posts, there is acute cases of stagnation in the same post or grade, resulting in deep sense of frustration.
10.4.2. The Commission having seized of the enormity of the problem and notwithstanding the existing Scheme of “Extended Scales of Pay”, have recommended the Scheme of Assured Career Progression and hope that the sense of neglect amongst the State Government employees would be mitigated to a very large extent. Having concluded so, the Commission, however, recommends the continuance of the Scheme of Stagnation Increments, subject to the maximum of three such additionalities.
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LEAVE TRAVEL CONCESSION
10.5.1. Prior to the Calendar year 1980, the Scheme of Leave Travel Concession for journeys to home town and back in respect of the State Government employees and their families, as admissible immediately prior to the creation of the State of Meghalaya, had continued to be available to the employees under the Government of Meghalaya. This Commission examined the recommendations of the previous Pay Commissions and observed -
1st Meghalaya Pay Commission: Para 10.9.5 (Pp.57 of the 1st MPC Report): “It has been represented to us that the Commission should also consider extending the facility of Leave Travel Concession for a visit to any place in India other than the home town once in a block of 4 years in lieu of the existing concession for one of the two years block. This facility was recommended for the first time by the 3rd Central Pay Commission and is now available to employees of the Central Government. We have examined this request carefully and have decided to recommend the same, subject to the conditions laid down by the Government of India in respect of their employees. It will be useful, in our opinion, to allow the employees of the State Government to visit other parts of the country and get firsthand knowledge of the strides taken by other States in developing their respective economies. We are satisfied that the additional expenditure would not be such as would impose an undue burden on the State exchequer.”
The recommendations of the 1st Meghalaya Pay Commission had
been accepted by the Government. And pursuant to the above, a comprehensive Scheme of Leave Travel Concession, both visit to home town and visit to any place in India was sanctioned, effective from the calendar year 1980, vide Office Memorandum No.F(PR)-11/80/7, dated 28th June, 1980.
2nd Meghalaya Pay Commission: The 2nd Meghalaya Pay Commission had extensively looked into the above Scheme, vide Para 9.7.1 to 9.7.4 (Pp.205-206 of the 2nd MPC Report). The Commission had taken note of some serious malpractices and avoidance of such incidents and made several suggestions including the introduction of “travel warrant”, production of “return journey tickets” to the Controlling Officers before embarking on journeys. “……..The present scheme of Leave Travel Concession may also cover the A.I.S. Officers serving in the Government of Meghalaya for the purpose of Leave Travel Concession for visiting home town and for visiting any place in India. The Commission would recommend that the Officers who are entitled, under the existing T.A. Rules, to travel by Air and who do travel by Air while on L.T.C., may be allowed to claim A.C. First Class Fare irrespective of the availability of this facility on trains; connecting the railway stations between which the journey or part of the journey on L.T.C., whether for visiting home town or for visiting and place in India, is performed.”
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10.5.2. The above recommendations of the Commission were accepted by the Government and orders in this regards were issued.
10.5.3. As one of the economy measures, the concession of L.T.C. had been restricted, limiting to the extent available in budget from the year 1993-94, and later the facility has been banned to State Government employees for All India L.T.C. as an economy measures with effect from 19th October, 2005.
10.5.4. It is, however, understood that on the eve of retirement, the concerned Government employee(s) is/are being allowed to avail the facility of visiting any place in India as provided under the Scheme.
10.5.5. The Commission recommends that the facility of L.T.C. be allowed once in the last year of one’s service.
TRAINING
10.6.1. Human resource development is a critical input in raising the level of performance and effectiveness of the Government employees. Enhancement of knowledge and skills makes the employee more self assured and increases the level of his competence. In the words of 2nd Meghalaya Pay Commission, “The role of proper training in the increase of productivity, office efficiency and development of administrative culture amongst government employees cannot be over emphasised.” 10.6.2. “ Training Academics and Institutes are centres of expertise and excellence for the Government employees, …..Strengthening training faculty with provision of very good infrastructure and resources is important not only for induction level training but life- long learning through mid career in-service training at various points during the career progression. Highly developed in-service training is an essential part of human resource frame work and improve delivery orientation” (Paras 6.4.1 & 6.4.2 of 6th Central Pay Commission Report). 10.6.3. An extract from the Report of the Administrative Reforms Commission is also very illuminative in this context: “All new recruits be appointed on probation for a minimum period of two
years during which their induction training performance can be carefully watched and evaluated with particular reference to their response to such induction training, their ability to pick up their job profile, their punctuality and discipline and their adherence to ethical standards and sobriety as required under Government Servant Conduct Rules. A probationer failing to satisfactorily complete probation or induction-training and to pass the compulsory end-of-probation/induction-training test should be required to undergo further probation/induction training for such extended period as may be considered appropriate by the recruiting authority. Where such probationer fails to respond satisfactorily during the extended period of probation/induction training, or, fails to pass the compulsory end-of-probation/induction-course test, the Officer-in-charge of such probationary/induction training must furnish a detailed report to the
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appointing authority giving full facts and justification for termination and discharge of the probationer from probationary service. If the Appointing Authority disagrees with such recommendation for discharge of the probationer, the Appointing Authority shall have to record full reasons and facts in support of his decision. If the Appointing Authority accepts the recommendation and discharges the probationer, such discharge should be final and non-justiciable;
“Every Recruiting Authority should keep in view the specific job-profile of
the post against which a recruitment is made and make suitable arrangements for the recruit(s) undergoing probation or job-induction-training programme for a minimum period of two years. Every recruit should be thoroughly apprised of and acquainted with the relevant rules, regulations, norms, procedures and methods of work besides being familiarised with disciplinary and behavioural ethics of service. Induction-training should be planned in capsules and the recruits response to each capsule should be suitably and periodically assessed. The probation of recruits found unsuitable and unresponsive to the job or unamenable to job-norms and required standards of conduct and discipline should be terminated without hesitation. In such cases the Officer in-charge of such probationary/induction training must furnish a detailed report to the Appointing Authority giving full facts and justification for termination and discharge of the probationer from probationary service. If the Appointing Authority disagrees with such recommendation for discharge of the Probationer, the Appointing Authority shall have to record full reasons and facts in support of his decision. If the Appointing Authority accepts the recommendation and discharges the probationer, such discharge should be final and non-justiciable.
“Only such recruits who complete their probationary training satisfactorily
should be confirmed. The period of probation of a recruit may be suitably extended before a final decision to confirm the services of a recruit or otherwise is taken, if such recruit could not complete the course satisfactorily because of sickness of any other bonafide unavoidable exigency having befallen him/her during the period of probation, provided such probationer has intimated the Appointing Authority of such exigency, in writing at the time of its occurrence or within two weeks thereof.”
10.6.4. The Commission is strongly of the views that urgent and effective steps need to be taken to upgrade the quality, duration and frequency of training of all government employees of Groups ‘A’, ‘B’ and ‘C’ not only at the time of induction but also during their careers. 10.6.5. In this context the Commission studied the various training institutions functioning at present. There are five such institutions. These are :
1. Gram Sevak Training Centre, Upper Shillong.
2. Soil Conservation Training Centre, Byrnihat.
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3. Meghalaya Administrative Training Institute, Shillong.
4. Central Training Institute under the Directorate of Accounts and Treasury, Shillong.State Institute for Rural Development (SIRD), Nongsder, Barapani.
10.6.6. Of them the Institutes at Sl.3 and 4, namely, Meghalaya Administrative Training Institute, Shillong and the Central Training Institute under the Directorate of Accounts and Treasury are for general training while others are related to rural development. 10.6.7. The Commission, however, noted that the State Institute of Rural Development can be expanded and made into a first rate Institute for imparting instructions to government employees of various levels. Even MATI can be used more rigorously in this context. 10.6.8. These Institutes needs to be strengthened properly. For this purpose they need better academic infrastructure and other facilities on a sustained basis. 10.6.9. It is, therefore, recommended that the Government may set up an Expert Committee to look into the training requirements in the State and the manner in which these Institutes can be upgraded and strengthened. On one point the Commission feel that action can be taken up immediately and that is, to appoint a full time Director for both these Institutes; if necessary, to induct Academicians for this work; at the same time a faculty on behavioural science needs to be inducted for both the Institutes.
GROUP INSURANCE 10.7.1. The issues relating to the Scheme of Group Insurance for the State Government employees and also the grant of Risk Allowance in respect of employees exposed to risk to life or health-hazards on account of the job-contents or the workplace have been gone through by the previous Second and Third Pay Commissions. Their recommendations had also been accepted. This Commission, however, noted that the accepted Scheme of Group Insurance still remain unimplemented. We would reiterate that Group Insurance, as one of the employment’s welfare schemes, should be introduced expeditiously.
ENTITLEMENT OF T.A., ETC. TO A MEMBER OF FAMILY OF DECEASED ACCOMPANYING THE DEAD BODY
10.8.1. The Government of Meghalaya under Office Memorandum No.FEM.51/86/17, dated the 13th November, 1986 sanctioned that the actual expenses for transportation of dead body of the V.I.Ps, and the Government employee(s) by air/steamer/ rail or road between the places(s) of death and place(s) of last rites will be borne by the State Government. Also, the expenditure indicated is/are not to be adjusted against the travelling allowance, as admissible, to the members of the family after the death or demission of office. In addition, it has also been provided that one member of the family will be allowed the travelling allowance for the journey by air/steamer/rail/road from the place he/she commences such journey to the place of death but would not be entitled to the incidental charges and the daily allowance.
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10.8.2. The Commission recommends that this facility should cover both ways and the journey should be treated as ‘on tour’ i.e., incidental charges and daily allowance should also be extended.
EMPLOYMENT ON COMPASSIONATE GROUND OF
SON/DAUGHTER/NEAR RELATIVE OF GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEE WHO DIES WHILE IN SERVICE
10.9.1. A scheme was introduced on 11.12.1984, setting forth the principles and conditions for governing the employment on compassionate ground of wife/son/daughter of a deceased Government employee. Later the scope of employment also included unmarried brother and sister provided such brother/sister is actually required to support the family of the deceased Government employee. In addition since July, 1996, it was made compulsory for enquiry into the financial position and family status requiring also to furnish complete particulars of the deceased employee’s family. The Certificate of Financial position issued by the District Magistrate/ Magistrate has also been made mandatory requirement. 10.9.2. The Central Government has also a Scheme for appointments of dependents on compassionate ground. The Government of India Scheme also has provision in respect of dependents of employees who are retired on medical grounds before attaining the age of 55 years (57 years in the case of Group ‘D’ officials). If the deceased employee was unmarried, one of the dependent unmarried brothers/sisters would be eligible for appointment on compassionate grounds. 10.9.3. While discussing this issue in depth, the Commission noted that under the existing rules and orders, the following facilities and benefits/social security are available to the families of the deceased Government employee who dies while in service:-
(i) Family Pension for a period of seven years from the date following the death or till the date on which the employee would have reached the normal age of superannuation had he remained alive, whichever period is shorter at 50 percent of the basic pay last drawn, subject to the maximum of twice the pension admissible.
(ii) Special Family Pension in respect of the family of the State Govt.
employees, whether permanent or temporary, who gets killed while engaged in discharge of duties or for reasons connected with the discharge of duties with effect from the date following the death at the rate of full monthly salary including increment, dearness allowance and all other allowance till the date on which the deceased would have normally attained the superannuation age had he remained in service. From the notional date of superannuation, the Family Pension would be as admissible under the normal provisions of the Pension Rules, i.e., as indicated at (1) above. For the purpose of Special Family Pension, dependent parents and also dependent brothers (up-to 18 years) and dependent unmarried sisters (up-to age of 25 years) have also been provided.
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(iii) family Pension at higher rates, as admissible, under the Extra-Ordinary Pension Rules.
(iv) Death-cum-Retirement Gratuity based on admissible emolument which the
deceased Government employee was drawing on the date of his/her death. (v) Ex-Gratia payment to the families of Govt. employees who die as a direct
consequent of injuries sustained or mishap taking place in the line of duty at the rate equal to six months’ pay subject to the minimum of Rs.10,000.00 and maximum of Rs.15,000.00.
(vi) Ex-Gratia Grant ranging from Rs.20,000.00 to Rs.5,00,000.00 to the
families of Armed services personnel killed in action in relation to the country including the C.P.M.F., Police and Home Guards and others who are killed on Law and Order duties as also Anti-Insurgency or terrorists action.
(vii) Facilities available to the family pension holders including dependent
members of the family under the Meghalaya Medical Attendance Rules and also the Medical Allowance at the rate admissible to serving Government employees.
10.9.4. In view of these liberal provisions for the safety net which have been made available to the family members/dependants of a deceased employee, while in service, the Commission strongly recommends that there is no need to have a scheme on Compassionate Appointment, which is detrimental to the general interests of the people.
HONORARIUM AND FEE
10.10.1. The only time this issue was considered by the Pay Commission was by the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission. FRs 7(6) and 7(8) define Fee and Honorarium respectively as follows –
FR 7(6) - “ “Fee” means a recurring or non-recurring payment to a government servant from a source other than the Consolidated Fund of India or the Consolidated Fund of a State whether made directly to the government servant or indirectly through the intermediary of Government”. FR 7(8) – “ “Honorarium” means a recurring or non-recurring payment granted to a government servant from the Consolidated Fund of India or the Consolidated Fund of a State as remuneration for a special work of an intermittent or occasional character”.
10.10.2. While expressing regrets that Honorarium was granted in a routine matter, as conveyed to the Commission in their hearings, the Commission felt and recommended that the grant of Honorarium was a better incentive than say Special Pay. It also recommended that the grant of Honorarium should not be restricted to one grant in twelve months but should be left to the controlling authority. It did not recommend any change in the matter of “Fees”.
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10.10.3. The Commission endorses the view expressed by the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission, emphasising that the grant of Honorarium should not be made in a routine manner and should also not be restricted to one grant in twelve months but should be left to the controlling authority to take decisions on merit on a case by case basis.
COMPENSATION OF HOLIDAYS FOREGONE OR REFUSED
LEAVE
10.11.1. Certain categories of Government employees by the very nature of their duties (like those engaged in life saving services or those connected with maintenance of law and order and maybe other categories too) have to render duty on Public holidays including Saturdays and Sundays. The 1st Meghalaya Pay Commission recommended a Monetary Compensation equivalent to one month’s pay to employees belonging to Group ‘C’ and ‘D’ only subject to their sacrificing not less than 40 days of holidays in a year. The State Government have issued orders in this regard. 10.11.2. The Second and Third Meghalaya Pay Commission did not touch this issue. 10.11.3. The extant position may continue. The government may, however, constitute a group to make an in-depth study to find ways to reduce incidence of misuse of this benefit.
EFFICIENCY BAR
10.12.1. The purpose of placing an efficiency bar in the time scale of pay is to enable the appointing authority to periodically assess the performance of the government employees. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission agreed with the views expressed by several Service Associations and individual government employees that the system suffered from certain deficiencies – first and foremost was that the requisite amount of scrutiny had not been applied in the majority of cases while taking decision on the issue and secondly, the inordinate delay in taking decision to allow an employee to cross the bar. The Commission noted that if operated in that manner, the efficiency bar takes an attribute of a penalty, which it was not intended to be. 10.12.2. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission, however, felt that abolition of the efficiency bar for that reason, as suggested by the Service Associations, was uncalled for and it could think of no better device to enable the Government to assess the performance of the employees. The Commission, however, strongly urged upon the Government to ensure that no case relating to the crossing of the efficiency bar was delayed beyond a period of three months from the date on which the next increment fell due. As the necessity for scrutiny was greater in the initial stages of service, the Commission recommended that the existing provision for one efficiency bar for every primary scale of pay be retained. 10.12.3. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission also received submissions from various Service Associations for abolition of the efficiency bar, who claimed that it served no useful purpose but only caused much harassment because of delay in the issue of sanction for crossing of the bar in the time scale. On the other hand, the Commission was informed that with the large intake of government employees and also the requirement of office discipline and efficiency, the system was one which needed to be continued since it
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promoted office disciplines and sincere workers might be rewarded by allowing them to cross the efficiency bar. The Commission, therefore, recommended continuance of the system. 10.12.4. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission considered the efficacy of the system of “Efficiency Bar” was in its operational efficiency rather than the system itself. It recommended the continuance of the system with only one efficiency bar corresponding to the second stage in the revised scales of pay being provided and prescribed no efficiency bar for posts above the level of Additional Head of Department. 10.12.5. The Commission feels that there is certain deficiencies in the operation of the system of efficiency bar especially in the manner in which scrutiny for crossing the bar is not being uniformly followed in all cases and in the delay by the authorities concerned to sanction the same. The Commission observes that specific guidelines have been laid down in the Handbook of General Circulars, published by the erstwhile composite State of Assam, being followed by the Government of Meghalaya, which is reproduced below:- 10.12.6. “A month before the date on which an officer is due to cross the efficiency bar, the officer under whom he is working should send a special report through his superior for the year preceding the date on which the officer is due to cross the bar. The criterion for crossing the efficiency bar is :-
(a) that the officer must have worked during the year at the end of which he is to cross the efficiency bar to the best of his ability, and
(b) that his integrity during that year has not been in question.”
10.12.7. The Commission learned that the above guidelines are meticulously followed only in the case of officers drawing pay on the authority of pay slips issued by the Accountant General and in the Secretariat while in most offices the above guidelines have been flouted. 10.12.8. The Commission has provided one efficiency bar in the proposed revised scales of pay and recommends that the above guidelines should be meticulously and uniformly followed in the scrutiny and sanction for crossing of efficiency bar by an employee.
CLASSIFICATION OF SERVICES/GRADES
10.13.1. Prior to 1987, the State Government employees were classified into four classes, namely, Class – I , Class – II, Class – III and Class – IV. The First Meghalaya Pay Commission observed that such classification was based on the status and functions of the employees, on the other hand, and their pay scales on the other and that the classification enabled the Government to regulate procedures for their appointments, promotions, punishments and appeals. The Commission further observed that there was also the classification based on administrative convenience under which the government employees are categorized as “gazetted” and “non-gazetted”; the well-known distinction between them being that gazetted employees have their appointments, postings and leave
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notified in the official gazette while non-gazetted employees do not enjoy this privilege. The Commission also noted that government employees have been classified further for the purpose of Travelling Allowance and Daily Allowance. The Commission had therefore recommended only one classification of the government employees both for the purpose of services and Travelling Allowance/Daily Allowance. 10.13.2. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission noted that the system of separate classification for the purpose of services and T.A./D.A. was still continuing. The Commission was not in agreement with the recommendation of the First Meghalaya Pay Commission, seeing that such a merger would not be possible in the interest of administrative parities and financial norms. The Commission felt that the group-wise classification prevalent in the Central Government and some State Governments was egalitarian and socialistic in nature. The Commission, therefore, recommended that the then existing classification of services/posts be substituted by a group-wise gradation of posts, namely, Group – A, Group – B, Group – C and Group – D. It also recommended continuation of the existing system of classification of employees for the purpose of T.A./D.A. into grades. The Commission also noted that the All India Service Officers in the Senior Scale be treated as Grade – I employees irrespective of their pay. 10.13.3. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission received submissions from service Associations and Government Departments for revision of the existing classification of some of the posts and services as well as the conferment of gazetted status for certain categories of posts. Observing that executive order setting forth the criteria or the norms in connection with the declaration of posts as gazetted or non-gazetted status was not available to the Commission, it was of the view that the conferment of gazetted status to posts basically depend on the scales of pay and status, job content and also the method of recruitment and prescribed qualification. In the absence of executive order on the subject and the basic justification against such proposals, the Commission was not in a position to add any post to the existing number of gazetted posts. 10.13.4. The Third Meghalaya Pay Commission found that the existing group-wise classification of the services/posts under the State Government was adequate and recommended no change in the then existing arrangement other than readjustments /reclassification on the basis of the proposed revision of the pay scales. 10.13.5. This Commission also finds that the existing group-wise classification of the services/posts is adequate and recommends no change in the existing arrangement other than readjustment on the basis of the proposed revision of the pay scales in the following manner: Group ‘A’ All posts in the revised scales of pay the maximum of which is
Rs.30,440/- and above.
Group ‘B’ All posts in the revised scales of pay the maximum of which is Rs.25,080/- and above but below Rs.30,440/-.
Group ‘C’ All posts in the revised scales of pay the maximum of which is Rs.12,180/- and above but below Rs.25,080/-.
Group ‘D’ All posts in the revised scales of pay the maximum of which is below Rs.11,100/-.
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10.13.6. In view of the proposed revised scales of pay the Commission recommends the following gradation for the purpose of regulation of T.A./D.A.:- Grade I All employees drawing pay of Rs.26,700.00 p.m. and above.
Grade II All employees drawing pay of Rs.14,700.00 p.m. and above but below
Rs.26,700.00 p.m.
Grade III All employees drawing pay above Rs.11,100.00 p.m. but below Rs.14,700.00 p.m.
Grade IV All employees drawing pay of Rs.11,100.00 p.m. and below.
LEAVE AND LEAVE ENTITLEMENTS AND RELATED MATTERS MATERNITY LEAVE
10.14.1. The Commission noted that while sanctioning Children Education Advance to State Government employees the Government has adopted the family norms of two children, which happens to be in line with the Central Government and/or National Policy. Having regard to the above, the Commission recommends Maternity Leave of 120 (one hundred twenty) days instead of 90(ninety) days, limiting to two-children twice in the service period in respect of female Government employees. The Commission also recommends that in case of still-born delivery, the grant of Maternity Leave for more than one occasion may be allowed.
PATERNITY LEAVE
10.14.2. The request of the Service Associations for consideration of the provision of Paternity Leave was examined in the context of present day urban family structure where both the spouses are engaged in gainful employment. Keeping in view of the above, the Commission recommends 7(seven) days Paternity leave for spouses of the female Government employees. LEAVE ENTITLEMENTS IN RESPECT OF EMPLOYEES UNDER VACATION DEPARTMENTS AND SPECIAL CASUAL LEAVE: 10.14.3. The Commission took note of the State Government order No.EDN.167/89/47, dtd. 23rd March, 1990 which set forth that all Schools in the State shall have a minimum of 220 “effective teaching days”, excluding Sundays, local holidays and public holidays each year. It also took note of the prescribed duration of Winter/Summer vacations and 10(ten) days of Puja vacation available to the teaching staff, the admissibility of 20(twenty) days of Half-Pay leave for each completed year’s of service to these members of teaching staff and the provision that the Half Pay Leave can also be commuted on medical certificate or for an approved course of study (certified to be in the public interest). The question of Earned Leave of 5(five) days for each half-yearly period as are admissible under the Central Government was also taken note of. After taking into consideration of all aspects, the Commission recommends:-
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(i) Subject to the existing regulation of the availing of the vacations, 10(ten) days Earned Leave may be allowed – 5(five) days of Earned Leave to be afforded for each half-year on the 1st day of January and July, respectively.
(ii) Restriction of availing Commuted Leave on private affairs to be done away with.
(iii) Entitlement of Half-Pay Leave be raised to 30(thirty) days [from the existing 20(twenty) days] in respect of each completed year.
SPECIAL CASUAL LEAVE
10.14.4. Commission took note of the fact that Special Casual Leave is granted to the State Government employees without any specific rules in this regard. Government has been following the provisions on the Hand Book of General Circulars (Govt. of Assam), and on an ad hoc basis. The Commission suggests that formal rules may be framed for regulating the grant of Special Casual Leave for the purpose of Games and Sports and cultural events that the State Govt. employees participate or in connection with Service Associations’ service related programmes.
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
10.15.1. There are 21 Public holidays including three national holidays in Meghalaya besides two Restricted holidays (from a list of 9) which the State Government employee can avail of and the Deputy Commissioners are authorised to declare three local holidays out of a list of 6. (It is to be noted that in 2008 three Public holidays and three Restricted holidays fell on Saturdays/Sundays). 10.15.2. The Commission feels that the matter of Public holidays may be left to the discretion of the State Government.
RESTRICTED HOLIDAYS AND HALF HOLIDAYS
10.16.1. The First and Second Meghalaya Pay Commission have lamented the fact that restricted holidays have been converted into a kind of Public holidays as employees avail of these holidays (which are generally based on faiths of various communities) irrespective of the fact that they follow a particular faith. 10.16.2. The Third Pay Commission did not touch this issue. 10.16.3. This Commission feels that there is no harm in taking Restricted holidays though not following the particular faith if the number of such holidays availed of by a person is strictly limited to two. What is needed is a strict monitoring that no person avails of more than two restricted holidays.
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10.16.4. Half holidays are generally granted to the employees on the pretext of football matches often on the same day without any prior notice. Undoubtedly, the general public is greatly inconvenienced . It should be for the Government to take a view based on what image it wants to project.
WORKING HOURS
10.17.1. The Second Meghalaya Pay Commission recommended adoption of five-day week system in the line with the Central Government, rescheduling the working hours to 10.00A.M to 5.00 P.M for summer and 10.00A.M to 4.30. P.M for winter. Earlier the system was for 2nd and 4th Saturdays to be holidays with working hours of 10.00A.M to 4.30P.M (upto 4.00 P.M in winter). The 3rd Meghalaya Pay Commission did not touch this point in their report. 10.17.2. The Commission does not recommend any change. 10.17.3. As regards the employees in the Industrial Section of the Government Press, the present working hours, being reasonable, may continue.
MUSTER ROLL/CONTINGENCY/CASUAL EMPLOYEES
10.18.1. In response to the Questionnaire circulated by the Commission, the All Garo Hills Contingency Menials Association submitted the replies along with a memorandum highlighting their grievances, which have been long pending with the Government. 10.18.2. To enable the Commission to look into the matter from all aspects, it was decided that one of the Hon’ble Members of the Commission be requested to go through the issues with which the Members of the said Association were/are concerned. Hon’ble Member was also to meet and have interaction with the Office-bearers and Members of the Association. 10.18.3. Hon’ble Member of the Commission submitted his report to the Commission briefly indicating that :-
(a) There has been a delay in their absorption in the regular posts/establishment of some of the members of the Association who have spent continuously long period in various departments/offices.
(b) There appears to be a partial denial of the benefit of regular revised scales
of pay (1996).
10.18.4. The Commission noted that the Revised Pay Rules issued by the Government from time to time mentioned that the following categories of workers do not come under the purview of the Revised Pay Rules :-
(i) Persons not on whole time employment, (ii) Persons paid out of Contingencies,
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(iii) Persons paid otherwise than on a monthly basis, including those paid on a piece rate basis.
10.18.5. The Commission recommends that the entire aspects of employment of Muster Roll/Casual/Contingency Workers be expeditiously examined by the Government in the light of the “Meghalaya Regular Casual Workers Scheme, 1996”; and also keeping in view of orders/judgements of Hon’ble Courts on the matter.
MODERNISATION AND E-GOVERNANCE
10.19.1. One of the reasons for the inordinate delay in providing the requisite services to the citizen was the existence of a complex system of rules, regulations and procedures which, over a period of time, had perhaps become outdated and non-applicable. There is a need to simplify the procedures to quicken the pace of public service delivery and also to provide seamless services to the citizen. This can be achieved by (i) compilation of up-to-date information about rules, regulations etc. by all departments under different Laws administered by them (ii) expeditious amendments to various Acts. 10.19.2. To make the Government functioning more economic, state of the art of Information Communication Technology like internet based services using email facilities for official communication and Video Conferencing facilities for holding State Level meetings of various Departments from remote locations, Departmental Intranet Portal for displaying of Notice Board, Bulletin Board, G2G Services, Accounting system like Pay bills processing, Application/Recovery of Loan and advances, Personnel Information System, online application and submission of forms for various services, etc may be introduced. 10.19.3. To make the Government functioning more professional, capacity building programmes of the Officers and Staff of various departments should be taken up and inculcate them in the use of modern technology tools and equipments which improve the efficiency, effectiveness and speed of delivery mechanism. 10.19.4. To make the Government functioning more citizen friendly and delivery oriented, all information related to various Government Departments should be made available through the departmental Website, so that interface of the Government is being created at the doorstep of the citizen. Citizen counters (such as “May I Help You” counters) should be set up in all the Government Departments so that citizen can avail all the services through these counters only. Online application forms and e-payment (for challan, utility billing, etc…) should be encouraged to use, to enable the citizen to avail the services anywhere, anytime and from any devices from the comfort zones of their residences or offices. 10.19.5. The objective of usage of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) infrastructure is to make the state government more transparent, responsive, accountable, citizen friendly and to play a pivotal role in uplifting the citizens through digital unite and bringing about economic prosperity to all sections of society.
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10.19.6. The introduction of e-governance in various Government Departments is at the informative stage, where information of various functions, schemes, programmes are being kept in the Website and computerization are being done for selected organizations. To meet the expectation of the people the information has to be upgraded to become interactive with the citizen and subsequently business transaction should be done through this. 10.19.7. Use of Information Communication Technology alone will not be effective enough, without Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) of government processes, procedures and rules as some of these are very old to suit for adopting ICT tools and technology; hence BPR will help to enhance Government processes and make more effective to meet the people expectation; as many times we have seen mere computerization of age old processes leads to duplication of work and unnecessary increase in the overhead and burden on the Government. 10.19.8. The success of e-Governance application services depend on the involvement of various stake holders like policy and decision makers, departmental staff, proper ICT planning & implementation and citizen (the benefactor) as a whole. Policy decision should be taken that all citizen centric application software should be made Web enabled, so that interfaces with the citizen is through the Web and this will make the delivery of services to the citizen faster, transparent and more effective. 10.19.9. Paperless or less-paper office A 100% Paperless Office may not be practical to implement in Government departments but department should take the initiatives to introduce a less-paper office as far as practicable by taking up the following measures to reduce the paper work.
(a) Online application and Internet-based solutions on Citizen Delivery System must be introduced whereby the citizen can fill the form online to obtain the services from the government department rather than submit the form in hard copy format. This will reduce the amount of paper work in the Office.
(b) Each Department should have its own website and the Website should be
updated with current information which are relevant to the public. (c) Development and deployment of intranet portals. (d) Storage of information on electronic media rather than in paper format. (e) Introducing e-Procurement System and e-Tender System.
(f) Introducing the CAPES (Computer Aided Paperless Exams) system for
departmental exam.
(g) Introducing Workflow Management and redesign the existing forms, rules, procedures, etc. as they as more cumbersome and not easy to comprehend and replace with ICT tools and technology for effective implementation of e-governance.
10.19.10. Improve work culture and office environment
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(a) Refurbishing of old office complex and interior with modern out look design shall add beauty and improve proper working atmosphere in the Office.
(b) Introduction of Office Procedure Automaton software (e-Office) with a view to keep tract record of receipt of Dak, Issue of letters, movement of files, pay bill, etc. will improve the work culture.
(c) Internal communication should be sent by e-mail to the officers and staff. (d) Similarly, submission of applications for leave and for going on tour should
also be done electronically.
(e) Intranet Portal should also be made for each Department so that the orders, circulars, notices, etc. can be made available online to all employees who are located in different places.
10.19.11 Professionalism in services (a) Professionalism in the services can be achieved by capacity building and
conducting refresher courses from time to time to all the employees in their relevant skill and using modern technology tools and equipments as far as possible.
(b) Adequate Specialized training in the field of Information-Technology and human resource development & management should be imparted to the personnel who are specializing in their respective job responsibility. The government may tie up with reputed institutions in the country to send its people for such training.
10.19.12 Efficient-Service delivery by government agencies to their users.
(a) A Grievance Redressal portal needs to be implemented, so that the citizen can address their grievances of any lapse in the services provided by the Government.
(b) All citizen centric services applications should be made web enabled, so
that services of the Government can be made available at the doorsteps of the citizen.
(c) e-business/e-commerce should be promoted especially in the area of
e-payment and e-procurement where business transaction can be done by the citizen electronically.
(d) All Forms, Acts, Rules, Procedures, Circulars, schemes should be
converted into electronic form along with other published material of interest or relevance to the public be made available on the internet and be accessible from the web and Citizen counters at the Department.
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Annexure-10.2.(A) (Ref para.10.2.1)
Service Rules approved/notified by Government
1. The Meghalaya Secretariat Subordinate Service Rules 1973. 2. Meghalaya Civil Service Rules 1973. 3. The Meghalaya House Service Rules 1977. 4. The Meghalaya Forest Service Rules 1985. 5. The Meghalaya Legal Service Rules 1985. 6. The Meghalaya Subordinate Treasury Accounts Service Rules 1985. 7. The Meghalaya (Civil) Secretariat (Record Supplier Duftry, Jamadar etc. and other Grade
IV Staff) Service Rules 1986. 8. The Meghalaya Finance Service Rules, 1989. 9. The Meghalaya Civil Defence and Home Guards Service Rules 1989. 10. The Meghalaya Soil Conservation Service Rules 1990. 11. The Meghalaya Health Service Rules 1990. 12. The Meghalaya Secretariat Service Rules 1992. 13. The Meghalaya Engineering (Public Works Department) Service Rules 1995. 14. The Meghalaya Printing & Stationery (Technical) Service Rules 1995. 15. The Meghalaya Deputy Commissioner's Estt. (Ministerial) Service Rules 1996. 16. The Meghalaya Weights & Measures Service Rules 1996. 17. The Meghalaya Agricultural Service Rules 1996. 18. The Meghalaya Account Service Rules 1996. 19. The Meghalaya P.H.E. Service Rules 1996. 20. The Meghalaya Local Fund Audit Service Rules 1996. 21. The Meghalaya Police Service Rules 1996. 22. The Meghalaya Economics & Statistical Service Rules 1997. 23. The Meghalaya Survey Service Rules 1997. 24. The Meghalaya Programme Implementation Service Rules 1997. 25. The Meghalaya Planning Service Rules 1999. 26. The Meghalaya Husbandry and Veterinary Service Rules 2000. 27. The Meghalaya Tourism Service Rules 2000. 28. The Meghalaya Labour Service Rules 2000. 29. The Meghalaya Border Areas Development Service Rules 2001. 30. The Meghalaya Food & Civil Supplies Service Rules 2001. 31. The Meghalaya Cooperative Service Rules and The Meghalaya Cooperative Subordinate Service Rules 2003. 32. The Meghalaya Finance (Economic Affairs) Service Rules 2003. 33. The Meghalaya Fisheries Service Rules 2004. 34. The Meghalaya (Civil) Secretariat Driver’s Service Rules 2005. 35. The Meghalaya Judicial Service Rules 2006. 36. The Meghalaya Social Welfare Service Rules, 2007. 37. The Meghalaya Community and Rural Development Gram Sevaks/Gram Sevikas Service Rules, 2008. 38. The Meghalaya Public Health Engineering Non-Gazetted Technical Subordinate Service Rules, 2008. 39. The Meghalaya Nursing Service Rules 2008. Note:- Even though the above Departments had finalized their Service Rules (Gazetted)
their Subordinate Service Rules have not yet been finalized.
Annexure – 10.2.(B). (Refer para. 10.2.2.)
Departments which have not yet framed/finalised their Service Rules
1. Education & Human Resources Department. 2. Urban Affairs Department. 3. Transport Department 4. Industries Department. 5. Mining & Geology Department. 6. Power Department 7. Irrigation Department. 8. Sports & Youth Affairs Department. 9. Sericulture and Weaving Department. 10. ERTS Department. 11. Information & Public Relation Department. 12. C & R.D. Department. 13. Arts & Culture Department. 14. Home (Jails) Department. 15. Information and Technology Department. 16. Housing Department.
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CHAPTER - XI
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS 11.1. In absence of detailed statistics about the number of employees in each pay scale, the break up of expenditure on each of their allowances and the pattern of their area-wise deployment in terms of either exact numbers or percentage, it is not possible to indicate the precise additional financial burden which will have to be borne by the State Government due to Commission’s recommendations. 11.2. The increase due to revision of pay will be a little over 20%. It can be assumed that the extra burden imposed on the total salary expenditure due to enhancement of various allowance will be of the order of 10% even though the increase in House Rent Allowance has been quite substantial. The total financial implication due to the recommendations of the Commission is likely to be of the order of 30% over the present expenditure. This includes expenditure on pension and other retirement benefits.
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PART II
DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS PART - II
Chapter XII
Page No.
1. Recommended Pay Structure (2008) …. 1
2. Departmental Recommendations …. 2
Agriculture …. 8 Animal Husbandry and Veterinary …. 21 Arts and Culture …. 30 Border Area Development …. 34 Community and Rural Development …. 36 Co-operation …. 42 Education …. 43 Election …. 62 Excise, Registration, Taxation and Stamps …. 63 Finance …. 67 Fisheries …. 73 Food & Civil Supplies …. 76 Forests and Environment …. 78 General Administration …. 84 Health and Family Welfare …. 88 Home (Civil Defence) and Home Guards …. 104 Home (Police) …. 112 Housing …. 122 Industries …. 125 Information and Public Relation …. 132 Labour …. 135 Law and Parliamentary Affairs …. 142 Mining and Geology …. 145 Personnel and Administrative Reforms …. 149 Planning …. 159 Power …. 164 Printing and Stationery …. 165 Prisons …. 170 Programme Implementation …. 172 Public Health Engineering …. 175 Public Works …. 181 Revenue …. 190 Secretariat Administration …. 195 Sericulture and Weaving …. 198 Social Welfare …. 209 Soil Conservation …. 213 Sports and Youth Affairs …. 219 Tourism …. 222 Transport …. 224 Urban Affairs …. 226 Weights and Measures …. 229 Common Categories of Posts/Services …. 231 Assembly Secretariat …. 235 MPSC …. 243
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RECOMMENDED PAY STRUCTURE (2008)
(Refer para.6.10)
Sl. No.
1996 Scales (main)
Span (Yrs) (with
Extended Scales)
Proposed Scale of Pay Span (Yrs)
1 2 3 4 5
1.
2440 – 3680
39
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
24
2. 2650 – 4130 39 7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180 24
3. 2900 – 4620 39 7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160 24
4. 3100 – 5060 39 8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 24
5. 3450 – 5650 39 9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 24
6. 3725 – 6165 39 9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000 24
7. 3975 – 6655 39 10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280 24
8. 4250 – 7170 39 11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 24
9. 4500 – 7660 39 12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200 24
10. 4900 – 8300 39 13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740 24
11. 5100 – 8740 39 Merged with No.12
12. 5300 – 9180 39 14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 24
13. 5500 – 9760 24 14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220 24
14. 5750 – 10120 23 Merged with No.15
15. 5900 – 10440 22 15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180 24
16. 6100 – 10795 21 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 24
17. 6350 – 11130 18 17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 24
18. 6850 – 11600 17 18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130 21
19. 7750 – 12115 16 20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020 16
20. 8750 – 13100 15 23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050 15
21. 10000 – 14075 13 26700-800-30700-900-37900 13
22. 10750 – 14800 12 28700-900-34100-1000-40100 12
23. 11750 – 15625 10 31300-1000-36300-1100-41800 10
24. 13200 – 17000 8 35300-1100-40800-1300-46000 9
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PART - II
DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Cadre Management of Group ‘A’ Service
12.1.1. It has been a very unsatisfactory and disappointing experience for this Commission that there appears to be a pathetic concern and response towards the need to frame codified rules for regulation of the conditions of service of the State Government employees. At Chapter - X of the Report, we have extensively referred to the observations and recommendations of the three previous Pay Commissions about lack of appreciation of the importance of Service Rules for each service or cadre, both in respect of the senior and subordinate levels. 12.1.2. This Commission’s examination of the Service Rules convinced us that no attention and consideration for proper cadre-structure have been given. It also noted that except the Meghalaya Civil Service cadre-structure, in other State Level Group ‘A’ Services, no provision on (a) Deputation Reserve, (b) Training Reserve and (c) Leave Reserve existed. In addition, a review of the Service Rules including the cadre-structure did not appear to have ever been made. The Commission would like to quote some relevant extracts from the Circular on Training Division of the Department of Personnel and Training, Government of India to highlight this issue.
“1.1. The concept of “Cadre Review” is perhaps unique to the Indian Civil Service system. Periodical reviewing of cadre strength of a regularly constituted service is an important cadre management function as it plays a vital role in the smooth functioning of the service and keeping up the morale of its members. In its broad sense a cadre review encompasses such operational tasks as actual recruitment, training, placements, etc., and attempts to bring about congruence between functional needs and legitimate aspirations of a Service. The main thrust of a cadre review is on manpower projections and recruitment planning on scientific lines aiming at the same time at rationalisation of the existing cadre structure of a Service in accordance with certain predefined principles and a given set of objectives like improving the efficiency, morale and effectiveness of the cadre.
“1.2. The cadre review exercise is often misconstrued as a process of upgradation /
downgradation of cadre posts or otherwise increasing/decreasing the number at various levels. These changes are a result but not the aim of a cadre review exercise which involves a complete management plan prepared on a scientific basis. The Monograph attempts to answer the questions “what”, “why” and “how” in regard to cadre review, correct the prevalent misconceptions and consolidate at one place various guidelines and instructions issued from time to time by the Department of Personnel & Training on the subject.”
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12.1.3. Keeping these observations in view, a detailed study of some of the State Level Group ‘A’ Services has been made and necessary recommendations in this regard have been incorporated in the concerned Services. This Commission trusts that the concerned cadre-controlling authorities and the Departments will look into the above and carry out necessary exercise in consultation with the Personnel & Administrative Reforms Department and other concerned referral departments within a fixed time frame.
Ministerial Cadres
12.2.1.(1) The Commission received submissions from the Meghalaya Secretariat Service Association, the Heads of Departments Ministerial Staff Association and the District and Subordinate Ministerial Officers’ Association for improvement of the service conditions, cadre structure and pay scales in respect of the members of the respective Service. The Commission noted that the Ministerial Cadres under the State Government are divided into three categories, namely – (i) Ministerial Staff of District, Sub-divisional and Subordinate Offices; (ii) Ministerial Staff of offices of the Heads of Departments; and (iii) Ministerial Staff of the Secretariat. 12.2.1.(2) These three categories of Ministerial Cadres are placed in distinct pay scales – a practice that has been in existence since the very inception. The concerned Associations of the Ministerial Staff of the offices of the Heads of Departments and the District & Subordinate Offices had time and again voiced their grievances with the earlier Pay Commissions. 12.2.2. During the 1979 Pay Revision the Meghalaya State Government Employees’ Coordination Committee had claimed that the nature of work and responsibility attached to ministerial posts at different levels were same and that equal pay scale should be prescribed for them. They have also argued that the procedure for examination of papers in the Secretariat did not differ from that followed in the offices of the Heads of Departments and the educational qualifications and method of recruitment at the entry points were same. They had further argued that the Secretariat ministerial staff were not always engaged in policy matters and that the contribution of the staff at the level of the Heads of Departments and District Offices were no less important. On the other hand, the Secretariat Service Association maintained that they were mostly involved in the formulation of policies which were passed on to the lower levels for implementation and that they acted as watchdogs over the progress of implementation of such policies. 12.2.3. The First, as well as the Second and Third Pay Commissions had carefully considered these claims and counter-claims, vis-à-vis the prescribed educational qualification and methods of recruitment to these services. The observations and recommendations of the earlier Pay Commissions on this matter are reproduced below:-
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First Meghalaya Pay Commission –
“The minimum educational qualification prescribed for posts in the District and Sub-
Divisional Offices is H.S.L.C. passed and recruitment is made through District Selection Boards. For the posts in the offices of the Heads of Departments and the Secretariat, the minimum educational qualification and the method of recruitment are the same, viz., Intermediate/P.U. passed with recruitment being routed through a competitive examination conducted by the MPSC. We have, however, been informed that the pick of the successful candidates are always inducted into the Secretariat Service and the rest allotted to the offices of the Heads of Departments.
It is true that at the Secretariat level policies are formulated and translated into
coordinate action by supervision and administrative and budgetary control. It is also true that proposals may originate from the level of Heads of Departments but then such proposals are examined or reviewed at the Secretariat level from a wider and different perspective which calls for a higher mental equipment and ability. It would not be correct, therefore, to say that the duties and responsibilities at the levels of the Secretariat and the Heads of Departments are the same.
In the circumstances explained in the foregoing paragraphs, the Commission is of the
opinion that the minimum educational qualification for appointment to the Secretariat should be raised. We accordingly recommend that in future only graduates should be appointed as Lower Division Assistants in the Secretariat.”
Government accepted the recommendation of the Commission for maintaining the distinction in pay structure.
Second Meghalaya Pay Commission –
“It is noted that all the employees at Secretariat level are a part of one cadre and during their service career get experience of at least four different Departments… Employees at the Head of Department level are divided into separate cadres – Directorate-wise and unification of these cadres could not take place in spite of the recommendation of the First Pay Commission to this effect and there is no mobility between the ministerial staff of the Directorates. At the District level of course the ministerial staff are generally from office-wise cadres. Although, because of the decentralisation of administration the nature of work and the workload is leveling out, yet as of today, significant difference exists qualitatively between the work performed by the Secretariat staff and the work of other employees. Between the ministerial staff at Head of Department and that at District level there exist differences in mode of recruitment and minimum qualification. In view of variable standards of educational facilities available in different parts of the State, immediate up-gradation of minimum qualification for various levels of ministerial employees is not possible at present.
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The Commission is of the considered opinion that the present differential in pay scales of ministerial employees at various levels has to continue for the foreseeable future.”
Government agreed with the views of the Pay Commission and thus status quo was
maintained. Third Meghalaya Pay Commission –
“Submissions were made before the Commission for parity in the scale of pay of the Ministerial employees of the Secretariat and the offices of the Heads of Departments and District Offices. The Commission examined the matter in all aspects and finds that the Upper Division Assistants and Lower Division Assistants of the Secretariat perform higher duties and responsibilities than the Ministerial employees of the offices of the Heads of Departments. The Commission finds that there is no justification for parity in the scales of pay of these categories of employees. The Commission also recommends that the minimum qualification for recruitment to the post of Lower Division Assistants in the Secretariat should be raised to Degree in Arts, Science or Commerce.”
The recommendations of the Third Pay Commission were accepted by the Government.
12.2.4.(1). This Commission observes that from 1979 onwards certain characteristic changes have taken place which further raised the degree of distinction between the ministerial service at the Secretariat and the offices of the Heads of Departments and the District & Subordinate Offices. 12.2.4.(2) Firstly, the method of recruitment of ministerial staff in the Secretariat and in the offices of the Heads of Departments has since been changed. Although recruitment to the post of Lower Division Assistant in both the Secretariat and Heads of Departments is still being made through the MPSC, the procedure hitherto followed before 1979, in which candidates found suitable and recommended by the Public Service Commission were allotted by the Government in the Secretariat Administration Department for both offices as per single merit list, has since been done away with. Separate examinations and interviews are now being conducted by the MPSC for recruitment to posts of Lower Division Assistant in these offices – recruitment to the post of Lower Division Assistant in the District and Subordinate Offices is through the District Selection Committee.
12.2.4.(3). Secondly, the minimum qualification prescribed for appointment to the post of Lower Division Assistant in the Secretariat is presently Degree in Arts, Science or Commerce while for the offices of the Heads of Departments it remains at Class XII or HSSLC passed and for the District and Subordinate Offices it remains at Matriculation or SSLC passed.
12.2.5. In view thereof, the Meghalaya Secretariat Service Association, in its memorandum submitted to the Commission, has sought for improvement in the scale of pay of the ministerial posts of Assistant Superintendent, Upper Division Assistant and Lower Division Assistant falling under the Meghalaya Secretariat Subordinate Service. The Association contended that the Secretariat is the apex body of administrative set up in the State where the formulation of policies and conduct of business of the Government are executed/transacted and thus with a view of improving and
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promoting the desired standard of administration in the Secretariat, Government have prescribed two compulsory in-service trainings for the service, namely, Group A (Junior Course) and Group B (Senior Course) in which various Rules, Regulations & Manuals are covered such as, Fundamental Rules & Subsidiary Rules, Financial Rules, Delegation of Financial Power Rules, Treasury Rules, Pension Rules, Budget Manual, Accounts Code, T. A. Rules, G. P. Fund Rules, Rules of Executive Business, Rules of Conduct of Business in the Assembly, Discipline & Appeal Rules, etc. The training forms one of the criteria in the service conditions for consideration of promotions of the Secretariat staff to the different higher level posts. Such trainings help the Secretariat Officers/staff to acquaint themselves with various Rules and Regulations, Manuals in the performance of their day-to-day duties and responsibilities. 12.2.6. While the structure of the Secretariat Service may appear to be well-organized with the assured steady career progression for the entrants into the Service right from the entry level of Lower Division Assistant, this Commission observes that there is a huge gap between the pay scales of the post of Superintendent and the next higher post of Under Secretary – the post of Superintendent is placed in the pay scale of 5900 – 10440 (S-15) and that of the Under Secretary in the pay scale of 8750 – 13100 (S-20), a range having 4 (four) scales of pay within it, that is, 6100 – 10795 (S-16) , 6350 – 11130 (S-17), 6850 – 11600 (S-18) and 7750 – 12115 (S-19), a situation not found prevalent in other Services under the State Government. No reason can be found to explain this rarity and previous Pay Commissions seem to have not dwelt upon the matter. 12.2.7. The Commission has carefully examined the entire matter and recommends revised scales of pay as below:-
(A). Meghalaya Secretariat Subordinate Service/Cadre
(i) Assistant Superintendent - 15700 – 28180 (ii) Upper Division Assistant - 14100 – 25080 (iii) Lower Division Assistant - 11300 – 19880
(B). Heads of Departments Ministerial Cadres (i) Registrar - 16300 – 29260 (ii) Superintendent - 14700 – 26220 (iii) Supervisory Assistant - 14100 – 25080 (iv) Upper Division Assistant - 13100 – 22740 (v) Lower Division Assistant - 9900 – 17000 (C) District and Subordinate Offices Ministerial Cadres
(i) Head Assistant, Office of the
Deputy Commissioners/Sub-divisional Officers (Civil). - 14100 – 25080
(ii) Head Assistant, Office of other Subordinate Offices - 13100 – 22740
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(iii) Supervisiory Assistant, Office of Deputy Commissioners/Sub- Divisional Officers (Civil) - 13100 – 22740
(iv) Supervisory Assistant in other District and Subordinate Offices - 11300 – 19880
(v) Upper Division Assistant - 11300 – 19880 (vi) Lower Division Assistant - 9200 – 15720
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AGRICULTURE
12.3.1. Meghalaya is basically an agrarian State with about 70% to 80% of its population depending on agriculture and allied activities yet the State is deficit in food-grain production. Self-sufficiency in the production of food-grains, cash crops, horticulture development and minor irrigation could only be increased through optimum utilization of both land and water resources. The prime objective of the Agriculture Department is to prioritize policies and programmes to accelerate the growth of food-grain produce and augment crop-production, especially pre-eminent cash crops, thereby bringing about substantial growth in horticultural sector of the State.
The Department administers over three Directorates, namely –
(1) Agriculture, (2) Horticulture and (3) Office of the Chief Engineer (Irrigation). DIRECTORATE OF AGRICULTURE: 12.3.2. The Directorate of Agriculture is headed by the Director of Agriculture, who is assisted by senior officers of the level the Joint Director, Deputy Director, and a number of functional officers of the Assistant Director level.
12.3.3. At the District level and Sub-Divisional level, the Director is assisted by the District Agriculture Officers, Sub-Divisional Agriculture Officers and Asstt. Agril. Engineers (Mech) in each District who are looking after the mechanization programmes of the Department. 12.3.4. At the Block level, there are Agriculture Extension Officers who are assisted by the Gram Sevaks of the Community and Rural Development Department. DIRECTORATE OF HORTICULTURE: 12.3.5. The Directorate of Horticulture is headed by the Director of Horticulture who is assisted by the Joint Director, Deputy Director, Horticulture Officer and Agriculture Marketing Officer. 12.3.6. At the District level, he is assisted by the District Horticulture Officer, Horticulture Inspectors, Agriculture Marketing/Intelligence Inspectors. There are no Sub-Divisional Horticulture Officers at the sub-division level but at the Block level, he is assisted by the Horticulture Extension Officers.
12.3.7. There are more than 5 (Five) Farms in the State, i.e. Fruit Garden Farms, Potato Farm at Upper – Shillong, Dewlieh farm at Umsning, Tea Centres located at Umsning, Riangdo, Rongram, etc. each for the up-liftment of the overall major activities in branch offices/establishments in districts/Sub-Divisions.
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DIRECTORATE OF IRRIGATION:
12.3.8. Prior to 1974, development of minor irrigation in the State was in the form of subsidy grant to individual farmers. Huge amount was invested with no fruitful result since the structures constructed by the farmers were temporary in nature, unplanned and lacked technical design and thus disappeared in just one or two monsoons. With a view to meet the growing demand of the farmers the Government in 1974, created a separate minor irrigation wing under Agriculture Department for proper implementation of irrigation schemes.
12.3.9. Apart from extending new areas under cultivation, increase of crop intensity and productivity are two positive approaches which are possible through stable irrigation facilities and thus Government created a separate Directorate of Irrigation in September, 2001 with the Chief Engineer (Irrigation) as its head. The new directorate was formed by the amalgamation of the Minor Irrigation Wing of the Agriculture Department and the Medium Irrigation Wing of the Public Works Department. With the Chief Engineer (Irrigation) and the Additional Chief Engineer (Irrigation) at the Directorate level, assistance is provided to them at the Circle level by the Superintending Engineers and the divisional levels created in each District and Sub-Division by the Agricultural Executive Engineers and Assistant Engineers. At present there are two circles, the Shillong Circle comprising of East and West Khasi Hills, Jaintia Hills and Ri Bhoi District and the Garo Hills Circle comprising of East West and South Garo Hills with Headquarters at Tura. 12.3.10. The Commission, after detailed study of the Service Rules and existing cadre position, recommend the following Agriculture and Allied Service Cadre structure for proper cadre management.
Sl. No.
Name of the Posts and Grades Scale of Pay (existing)
No. of posts.
SELECTION GRADE
1. Director, Agriculture/Horticulture Rs.11750 - 15625/- 2 2. Jt. Directors Rs.10000 - 14075/- 5 SENIOR GRADE 1. All posts in the scale of pay Rs.8750 - 13100/- 20 2. All posts in the scale of pay Rs.7750 - 12115/- 22 JUNIOR ADMINISTRATIVE GRADE1 All posts in the scale of pay Rs.6850 - 11600/- 72 JUNIOR POSTS1 All entry level posts in the scale of
pay Rs.6350 - 11130/- 182
Total 303
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1. Deputation Reserve @ 10% - 30 2. Leave Reserve @ 5% - 15 3. Training Reserve @ 5% - 15
Total strength - 363
12.3.11. The Directorate of Horticulture was separated from the hitherto Directorate of Agriculture, Horticulture, Irrigation, to form a separate Directorate. The Commission recommends the constitution of a Joint Cadre Controlling Authority. 12.3.12. The Commission considered the submission of the Meghalaya Agriculture Engineering Subordinate Employees Association and recommends that camping equipments may be provided to the employees concerned in view of the nature of their duties. 12.3.13. The following revised scales of pay are recommended for the various categories of posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5 DIRECTORATE OF AGRICULTURE
1. Director of Agriculture
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Joint Director of Agriculture (Admn. & Acctts./Resarch & Training/Hq. Tura/ SLUB.
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
3. Deputy Director of Agriculture (Plant Protection/ Agronomy/ Planning)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
4. State Soil Survey Officer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Principal – UGSTC 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
6. District Agriculture Officer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
7. Monitoring-Cum-Evaluation Officer
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
8. Agriculture Census Officer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
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9. Research Officer 7750-250-9000-EB-
275-10375-290-12115 20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
10. District Training Officer 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
11. Agriculture Information Officer 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
12. Senior Instructor - BATC 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
13. Farm Superintendent Sambrak State Seeds Farm
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
14. Sub-Divisional Agril. Officer. 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115 If the post is held by an officer of appropriate seniority. 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020 If the post is held by an officer of appropriate seniority. 18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
15. Agriculture Marketing Officer 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
16. Assistant Agronomist (IRRI/LUS/AICRIP)
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
17. Assistant Agronomist Cum-Farm Manager
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
18. Assistant Soil Survey Officer (LUS)
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
19. Senior Technical Assistant (Agronomy/Forest)
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
20. Assistant Soil Chemist (Soil Testing/Soil Mobile Laboratory)
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
21. Assistant Research Officer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
22. Assistant Pathologist 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
23. Assistant Entomologist 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
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24. Assistant Rice Specialist 6850-240-8290-EB-
250-10040-260-11600 18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
25. Assistant Agriculture Information Officer
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
26. Instructor in Agriculture. 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
27. Instructor Farmer Training Institute
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
28. Junior Instructress 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
29. Farm Management Specialist
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
30. Farm Supervisor 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
31. Training Officer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
32. Fertilizer Officer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
33. Seed Testing Officer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
34. Assistant Plant Protection Officer
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
35. Research Officer (Hydrometological Observation Gauge Station)
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
36. Research Officer (Statistics/ Census/Planning)
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
37. Assistant Agriculture Marketing Officer
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
38. Instructor in Animal Husbandry and Veterinary (B.A.T.C.)
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
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39. Agriculture Extension Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For Agricultural Degree Holders. P.G. Degree Holders directly recruited to the post will get two advance increments. 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795 (For others)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For Agricultural Degree Holders. P.G. Degree Holders directly recruited to the post will get two advance increments. 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 (For others)
40. Agriculture Inspector (Headquarters /Circle/ Cotton/ Training )
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
41. Jute Development Inspector 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
42. Assistant Research Officer (Planning)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
43. Statistical Officers (Statistics/ Census)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
44. Plant Protection Inspector 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
45. Farm Supervisor (B.A.T.C.) 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
46. Senior Scientific Assistant (Seed & Soil)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
47. Technical Assistant 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
48. Research Assistant (Research/Soil/Maize/Rice, Research Scheme)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
49. Finance and Accounts Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
50. Instructor(Cooperation and Panchayat/ Health (B.A.T.C.)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
51. Inspector of Statistics 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
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52. Research Assistant (M&E) 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
53. Statistical Assistants (MEO/ Statistics/Planning)
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
54. Sub-Inspector of Statistics (District Headquarters)
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
55. Junior Instructor (Social Education) (B.A.T.C.)
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
56. Agriculture Census Inspector 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
57. Assistant Auditor 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
58. Senior Accountant (Directorate)
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
59. Analytical Assistant 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
60. Accountant 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
61. Instructor in Cottage Industries (B.A.T.C.)
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
62. Agriculture Marketing Supervisor
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
63. Assistant Agriculture Marketing Intelligence Inspector
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
64. Assistant Agriculture Inspector 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
65. Field Assistant 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
66. Senior Gram Sevak 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
67. Laboratory Assistant-Cum-Storekeeper
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
68. Laboratory Assistant (District) 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
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69. Mechanic/Boiler Attendant (Fruit Processing Centre)
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
70. Supervisor (Fruit Processing Centre)
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
71. Junior Scientific Assistant (District)
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
72. Mechanic/Boiler Attendant 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
73. Computor Clerks 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
74. Pharmacist (B.A.T.C.) 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
75. Publicity-Assistant-Cum-Translator
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
76. Agriculture Demonstrator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
77. Poultry man 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
78. Fieldman 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
79. Crop Weather Observer
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
80. Foreman-Cum-Office Assistant (Fruit Processing Centre)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
81. Storekeeper-Cum-Typist-Storekeeper (Subordinate Office)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
82. Land-cum-Crop Recorder/ Mandal
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
83. Boiler Fireman (Fruit Processing Centre)
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
84. Sardar (Tea) 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
85. Plant Protection Field Worker 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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86. Crop Weather Counter 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
ENGINEERING (MECHANICAL)
87. Executive Engineer (Mech) 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
88. Assistant Agril. Engineer (Mech)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (For B.E. Degree Holder and Promotee Diploma Holders)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For B.E. Degree Holder and Promotee Diploma Holders)
89. Foreman (Workshop/Field) 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
90. Sub-Engineer (Mech) 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
91. Draughtsman Cartography 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
92. Head Mechanic 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
93. Blacksmith-cum-Carpenter 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
94. Mechanic Grade – I 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 (For Certificate Holder)
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (For Certificate Holder)
95. Mechanic Grade – II 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
96. Power Tiller Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
97. Welder 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
98. Blacksmith 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
99. Lathe Machine Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
100. Tractor Operator/Bull dozer Operator
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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101. Machinist 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
102. Fitter 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
103. Assisant Power Tiller Operator/Asstt.Tractor Operator/Asstt Bulldozer Operator/Handyman/Truck Handyman
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
PRESS-WING
104. Agriculture Information Editor 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
105. Foreman offset Press 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180 (For holder of the post having the minimum qualification prescribed for the equivalent post in the Govt. Printing Press) 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740 (For under-qualified holder of the post)
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
106. Translator
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
107. Layout Artist/Artist Cum-Offset Operator
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
108. Photographer 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
109. Camera Cum Plate Maker 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
110. Press Operator 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
111. Store Keeper 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
112. Cinema Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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113. Assistant Press Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
114. Duster 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
115. Compositor 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
116. Blue Printer 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
117. Binder 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
118. Jugali 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
DIRECTORATE OF HORTICULTURE
119. Director of Horticulture 11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
120. Joint Director of Horticulture (Marketing, Admn. & Acctts).
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
121. District Horticulture Officer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
122. Deputy Director of Horticulture (Marketing & Farm Management)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
123. Horticulture Officer 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
124. Assistant Horticulturist (Fruit/ Aromatic & Medicinal Plants / Vegetables/Floriculture/Root & Tuber crops/ Plantation/Spices & Condiments/Plant Protection/ Training & Research/Planning/ Admn. & Acctts/ Mushroom/ Food Processing) Headquarters.
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
125. Horticulture Inspector (Food Processing / Mushroom/ Vegetable/Plantation & Spices/ Fruit Garden/Floriculture/ Spices /Fruit Plantation crops/ Potato Farm/Aromatic & Medi- cinal Plants/ Condiments /Tea)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
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126. Horticulture Extension Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
127. Technical Assistant (Marketing)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
128. Agriculture Marketing Inspector
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
129. Agriculture Intelligence Inspector
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
130. Horticulture Demonstrator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
131. Laboratory Attendant (Research/ Fruit Proccessing Centre)
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
DIRECTORATE OF IRRIGATION
132. Chief Engineer Irrigation 11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
133. Additional Chief Engineer (Monitoring & Evaluation)
10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
134. Superintending Engineer (Irrigation)
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
135. Executive Engineer (Irrigation) 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
136. Sub-divisional Officer (Irrigation)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
137. Assistant Engineer Irrigation 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (For B.E. Degree Holder and Promotee Diploma Holders)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For B.E. Degree Holder and Promotee Diploma Holders)
138. Administrative Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
139. Senior Divisional Offier 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
140. Junior Divisional Officer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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141. Junior Engineer Grade - I (Civil/Electrical)
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
142. Draughtsman Grade - I 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
143. Overseer Grade - II 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
144. Surveyor 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655 (For Certificate holders)
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280 (For Certificate holders)
145. Draughtsman Grade - II 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
146. Computer Operator 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
147. Overseer Grade III 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
148. Sectional Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
149. Tracer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
150. Electrician 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
151. Plumber
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
152. Power Pump Operator 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
153. Blue Printer 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
154. Khalasi/ Chainman 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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ANIMAL HUSBANDRY & VETERINARY 12.4.1. The broad objectives of the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department are to develop livestock and poultry farming in the State; provide health-care facilities to protect them from the ravages of contagious and non-contagious diseases; improvement of the level of production and potentiality of livestock in the State through improved breeding and research; building up adequate technical and training facilities and to encourage setting up of Livestock Industry in the State with a view to achieve self-sufficiency. 12.4.2. The Department has a network of hospitals, dispensaries, mobile dispensaries and aid centres covering vast area of the State to intensify the treatment of animal diseases and provide preventive measures for the animals. In addition, implementation of schemes like Animal Diseases Surveillance, Rinderpest Eradication, Foot and Mouth Diseases Control, Systematic control of livestock diseases, Intensive Cattle Development Project, Indo-Danish Project, Cross Breeding, Fodder Development, Piggery Development, Sheep and Goat Development and Poultry Development form the important activities of the Department. 12.4.3. At the Directorate level, the Director is the Head of Office who is assisted by the Joint Directors, Deputy Directors and a number of Subject Matter Specialists.
Cadre Structure and Cadre Management 12.4.4. The existing Group ‘A’ Service cadre structure of the Meghalaya Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Service is as indicated below as per Schedule – I of the Service Rules :-
Sl. No. Name of Posts Scale of Pay
No. of Posts Permanent Temp Total
(1)
SELECTION GRADE Director, A.H. & Vety.
Rs. 11750-15625/-
1
-
1
(2) Joint Director (Hqs.) Rs.10000 – 14075/- 1 - 1
(3) Joint Director, A.H . & Vety. (AHP)
- do -
1
-
1
(4) Joint Director, A.H . & Vety. (Hq. Tura)
- do - 1 - 1
(5) Registrar - do -
- 1 1
(6) Grade - I Post (Senior) Dy. Director Level Posts
Rs. 8750 – 13100/-
11
2
13
(7) Grade – I Post (Junior) All posts in the scale of pay
Rs. 7750 – 12115/-
11
8
19
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(8) Grade-II Posts All Posts in the scale of pay
Rs. 6850 – 11600/-
19
11
30
(9) Grade - III Posts All Posts in the scale of pay
Rs. 6350 – 11130/-
82
33
115
Total 127 55 182
12.4.5. Having examined the Service Rules and the existing cadre position, which have no provisions for leave, training and deputation reserves, the Commission recommends the following cadre structure for the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Service:-
l.Sl. No. Name of the posts and grades Scales of pay
Recommended revised scales of pay
No. of Posts
(1)
SELECTION GRADE Director, A.H.&Vety.
Rs.11750 – 15625/-
Rs.31300 – 41800/-
1
(2)
Joint Director Rs.10000 – 14075/- Rs.26700 – 37900/- 4
1.
SENIOR GRADE – I All Posts in the Scale of pay
Rs. 8750 – 13100/-
Rs.23300 – 35050/-
13
SENIOR GRADE-II
2.
All Posts in the Scale of pay
Rs. 7750 – 12115/- Rs.20700 – 32020/- 26
JUNIOR ADMINISTRATIVE GRADE1. All Posts in the Scale of pay Rs.6850 – 11600/- Rs.18300 – 30460/- 32
JUNIOR POSTS
1. All Entry Level Posts in the Pay Scale
Rs. 6350 – 11130/- Rs.17000 – 30440/- 140
Total 216 1. Deputation Reserve @3% - 06 2. Leave Reserve @ 5% - 11 3. Training Reserve @ 7% - 15
Total strength
248 12.4.6. The Commission noted that there are various categories of subordinate posts, both technical and non-technical, but no Service Rules have so far been prepared. The Service Associations made submissions that large scale stagnation in same posts/grades occurs. This Commission suggests that expeditious steps should be taken to frame the service regulatory rules for different subordinate cadres under the Department.
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12.4.7. The Commission recommends the following scales of pay for the various posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended Scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Joint Director (Admn)/(AHP)
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
3. Deputy Director (Admn)/AHP)/(Plng)/ (IDP)/(PBFK)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
4. District Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Officer.
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Principal, V.F.A. Training Institute
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
6. Project Officer ICDP. 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
7. Disease Investigation Officer
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
8. Fodder Development Officer
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
9. Livestock Census Officer
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
10. Disease Surveillance Officer
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
11. Agronomist 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
12. Veterinary Officer. 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
13. Poultry Development Officer
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
14. Piggery Development Officer
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
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15. Manager, Chicken Hatchery and Poultry Farm
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
16. Manager Regional Poultry Breeding Farm
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
17. Manager Regional C.B.C. Breeding Farm
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
18. Feed Analytical Officer. 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
19. Rinderpest Eradication Officer.
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
20. Veterinary Information Officer
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
21. Sub-Divisional A.H.& Veterinary Officer
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115 (if the post is held by an officer of appro-priate seniority)
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130 20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020 (if the post is held by an officer of appropriate seniority)
22. Assistant Project Officer (AHP)
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
23. Assistant Research Officer (FAL/ Rinderpest / Cross Breeding/Clinical Lab/ RCBCB Project)
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
24. Assistant Poultry Development Officer.
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
25. Assistant Piggery Development Officer
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
26. Junior Manager R. Poultry B/Farm
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
27. Manager, Medium Class II Farm
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
28. Instructor (VFA Training Institute/ICDP/VTC/GSTC)
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
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29.
Veterinary Assistant Surgeon
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795 B.V.Sc. Degree holder will get the scale of Rs.6350-11130. 2(two) advance increments for P.G. Degree holder appointed as Veterinary Assistant Surgeon.
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For B.V.Sc. Degree holder). 2 (two) advance increments for P.G. Degree holder appointed as Veterinary Assistant Surgeon.
30. Extension Officer (Veterinary)
31. Research Assistant (Veterinary
32. Livestock Inspector (Qualified)
33. Fodder Supervisor
34. Technical Assistant
35. Poultry Inspector
36. Manager Small Farm
37. Rural Extension Officer 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
38. Assistant Manager/ Laboratory Technician
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
39. Livestock Inspector (Under-Qualified)
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
40. Senior Sexer 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
41. Technical Assistant (Poultry Machinery)
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
42. Supervisor Veterinary Assistant
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
43. Sexer 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
44. Assistant Farm Manager 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
45. Laboratory Assistant (P.U.Sc. Passed)
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
46. Assistant Fodder Development Officer
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
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47. Veterinary Field Assistant
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
48. Poultry Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
49. Stockman 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
50. Hatchery Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
51. Fodder Supervisor 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
52. Demonstrator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
53. Electrician 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
54. Store Keeper 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
55. Semen Carrier 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
56. Record Keeper 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
57. Carpenter 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
58. Laboratory Attendant 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
59. Goala 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
60. Messenger 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
61. Cook 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
62. Poultry Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
63. Pig Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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64. Chick Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
65. Water Pump Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
66. Pump Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
67. Sheep/Cattle Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
68. Bull Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
69. Hostel Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
70. Security Guard 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
ENGINEERING WING
71. Executive Engineer (Civil)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
72. Assistant Engineer (Civil)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
73. Sub-Engineer (Grade-I) 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
74. Draughtsman Grade – I 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
75. Translator 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
76. Subordinate Engineer Grade II
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
77. Photographer 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
78. Computer Clerk 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
79. Mechanic Cum-Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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80. Muharir/Tracer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
81. Mechanic-cum-Boiler Attendant
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
82. Cinema Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
83. Pump Operator 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
84. Power Tiller Operator 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
85. Cinema Operator helper 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
86. Truck Operator 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
RESEARCH WING
87. Research Officer Statistics (Veterinary).
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
88. Statistical Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (For holders of P.G. Degree in Statistics/ Economics Bachelor Degree in concerned subjects with at least 10 years experience). 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760 (for others)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For holders of P.G. Degree in Statistics/ Economics Bachelor Degree in concerned subjects with at least 10 years experience). 14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220 (for others)
89. Inspector of Statistics 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
90. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
91. Statistical Primary Investigator
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
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DAIRY DEVELOPMENT WING
92. Dairy Development Officer
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
93. Milk Tester 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
94. Plant Manager (Dairy Scheme)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
95. Manager, Creamery and Ghee Making Centre
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
96. Dairy Extension Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
97. Procurement and Distribution Officer
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
98. Assistant Dairy Development Officer
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
99. Technical Assistant 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
100. Boiler Operator 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
101. Mechanic-cum-Boiler Attendant
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
102. Milk Recorder/Milk Collector
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
103. Fireman 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
104. Milk Delivery Boy 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
105. Chilling Plant Attendant. 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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ARTS & CULTURE
12.5.1. Arts & Culture Department was bifurcated from the Education Department in August 1988 with the express objective of promoting Arts and Culture, development of State Museum, Archives and Records, Tribal Research, Historical and Antiquarian Studies, State Gazetteer and Library services. The Directorate is headed by the Director, borne on the I.A.S./M.C.S. cadre, who is assisted by the Joint Director and other officers connected with the different streams. 12.5.2. Its main function is to preserve and promote the traditional cultural heritage and folk arts of the people of the State; setting up of museums and art galleries; identification and preservation of monuments, antiques, historical and heritage sites; classification and preservation of important government and non-government records; maintenance of valuable topographical data; conduct studies, research, etc. in rural craft, tribal language, culture, folklore; provide library services to the public in general and the students in particular; and documentation of folk dance, music, drama, etc. of the three tribes in the State and disseminate information through electronic media. The Department also enforces the Registration of Antiquities and Art Treasures Act, 1972 for the collection, preservation, compilation, transcription and publication of historical records and treatises. 12.5.3.(1). The Commission was informed that the post Deputy Librarian, State Central Library was placed in the 1987 pay scale of Rs. 1975 – 3975/- as applicable to the posts of Museologist, Archivist and Compiler but subsequently, the pay scale of the Museologist, Archivist and Compiler was improved to Rs.2000 – 4150/-. As a result, the Museologist, Archivist and Compiler were allowed the corresponding revised scale of pay of Rs. 6350 – 11130/- while the Deputy Librarian was placed in the corresponding revised scale of pay of Rs.6100 – 10795/- in the 1996 scales of pay. Submissions were made for placement of the Deputy Librarians in the higher existing pay scale of Rs.6350 – 11130/- notionally in consideration of the acute stagnation in their service. 12.5.3.(2). In the course of examination of the submissions the Commission observes that the posts of Assistant Curator and Archaeologist were also placed in the 1987 scale of pay of Rs.1975 – 3975/- and in the corresponding 1996 revised scale of pay of Rs.6100 – 10795/- like the Deputy Librarians. The Commission recommends that the Archaeologist, the Assistant Curator and the Deputy Librarians may be placed notionally in the existing scale of pay of Rs.6350 – 11130/- and the proposed revised scale of Rs.17000 – 30440/- will apply. 12.5.4. The Commission also recommends that the Library Assistant stagnating in the post for more than 24 years may be placed notionally in the existing pay scale of Rs. 3975 – 6655/- and the revised pay scale of Rs. 10600-18280/- will apply.
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12.5.5. The following revised scales of pay are recommended for the various posts under the Arts and Culture Department:- Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post Existing scale of pay Recommended Scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Joint Director 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
3. Special Officer Historical and Antiquarium Studies.
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
4. Curator, State Museum / Editor, State Gazetteer
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Librarian, State Central Library.
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
6. Assistant Director of Tribal Research Institute
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
7. Compiler/Archivist/ Museologist
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
8. Assistant Curator. 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
9. Archaeologist/Deputy Librarian, State Central Library
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
10. District Research Officer, (Tribal Training Institute)
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
11. Assistant Research Officer. (Tribal Research Institute)
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
12. Cultural Officer 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
13. Research Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
14. District Librarian 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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15. Assistant Librarian/ Reference Librarian
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
16. Technician, Audio Visual 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
17. Radio-Cum-Electrical Technician
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
18. Instructor, Arts and Culture (Music)/Piano Technician
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
19. Piano Instructor
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
20. Folk Songs Instructor (Khasi/Jaintia/Garo)
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
21. Dance Instructor (Khasi/Jaintia/Garo)
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
22. Percussion Instructor Khasi/Jaintia/Garo)
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
23. Choir Master
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
24. Artist 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
25. Photographer 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
26. Library Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB- 260-12720-300-15720
Incumbents who have put in 24 years of service or more in the post will draw the pay scale of 10600 – 18280 under the ACP Scheme.
27. Guide Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
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28. Technical Assistant (S.C.II)
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
29. Data Entry Operator/Clerk 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280 (For Degree holders in any discipline with 1½ year Diploma in Com- puter Applications/ Science). 9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (For others)
30. Record Keeper 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
31. Guide Assistant District Museum
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
32. Electrical-Cum-Cinema Operator
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
33. Counter Attendant/Library Attendant
2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
34. Library Helper 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
35. Book Binder 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
36. Record Lifter-cum-Machine Operator
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3450-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
37. Library Attendant (District)
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
38. Gallery Assistant. 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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BORDER AREAS DEVELOPMENT
12.6.1. The Directorate of Border Areas Development was created in 1975 in order to streamline and co-ordinate with other Development Departments entrusted with the implementation of various schemes taken under the Border Areas Development Programme for rehabilitation of dislocated economy of border area following the partition of the Country in 1947. The Department also formulates various integrated schemes for the economic development of border areas in the State. It examines the feasibility and viability of the schemes of other Departments relating to border areas and monitor the works executed by them. 12.6.2. The Head of Department at the Directorate level is the Director borne on IAS/MCS cadre, who is the nodal officer for implementation of various schemes taken up under the Special Central Assistance (BADP) and assisted by the Officer-on-Special Duty. 12.6.3. At the District level, the Head of Office is the Assistant Director, assisted by Border Areas Development Officers. The Officers in the District are entrusted with the task of implementing the various schemes under Special Central Assistance (BADP) and to co-ordinate with the different departments at field level to ensure effective implementation of such schemes in the border areas of the State. The District officers are placed under the direct control of the Deputy Commissioners/Sub-Divisional Officers (Civil).
12.6.4. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
SECRETARIAT LEVEL POSTS
1. Research Officer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
2. Assistant Research Officer
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
3. Research Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
DIRECTORATE LEVEL POSTS
4. Director Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
5. District Border Areas Development Officer
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
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DISTRICT LEVEL POSTS
6. District Border Areas Development Officer
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
7. Border Areas Development Officer
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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COMMUNITY AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
12.7.1. The Community and Rural Development Department is mainly responsible for the implementation of the different development programmes launched by Government of India and the State Government for the eradication of poverty, providing gainful employment to the people and improving the economic conditions of rural population.
12.7.2. At the Directorate, the Director is assisted by the Joint Director, Deputy Director, Monitoring-cum-Evaluation Officer, Officer on Special Duty (Technical), Assistant Director and a host of officers.
12.7.3. At the District, the Director is assisted by Assistant Development Commissioner (ADC) and the Sub-Divisional Planning Officer (SDPO). The SDPOs are attached to the Deputy Commissioner’s office and scrutinize the schemes submitted by Community & Rural Development Blocks. The Deputy Commissioner, who also functions as the Chairman of the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA), is wholly responsible for monitoring the various schemes implemented by the DRDAs through the Blocks.
12.7.4. The State is divided into 39 Developments Blocks with the prime objective of ensuring development of the villages/rural areas and bring the administration closer to the people. Each development block is headed by the Block Development Officer (BDO) who is assisted by a team of Officers in the field of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary, Engineering.
12.7.5. The 3rd Meghalaya Pay Commission had recommended that the post of Block Development Officers, being a cadre service, should be manned by the MCS Officers. The Commission was informed that the Department is experiencing problem of shortage of officers since the number of MCS Officers available for posting as BDOs is very limited and most of the posts of BDOs in different blocks are being manned by Officers drawn from Agriculture, A.H & Veterinary Departments on temporary transfer/assignment.
12.7.6. The Department has a Statistical and Planning Cell created in 1978 by normalization of the erstwhile office of the Project Director, Pilot Research Project in Growth Centre to cater to the need for planning, monitoring and data processing of different schemes implemented by the Department. 12.7.7. The organizational set up of the Department, as could be gathered from the information/materials submitted to the Commission, is as follows :- I. THE DIRECTORATE LEVEL :
(1) Director ………………….. 1 (2) Joint Director ……………. 1 (3) Deputy Director………….. 2 (4) Officer on Opecial Duty…. 1 (5) Monitoring & E.O……….. 1
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(6) Assistant Director (HQ)……… 1 (7) Assistant Director (WCP&N) .. 1 (8) Research Officer……………... 1 (9) Assistant Accounts Officer…... 1 (10) Statistical Officer…………….. 1
II. AT THE DISTRICT LEVEL : (1) There are Assistant Development Commissioners with supporting ministerial staff at
the District headquarters of Shillong, Jowai and Tura. The Assistant Development Commissioner, Shillong is in charge of both East & West
Khasi Hills, the Assistant Development Commissioner, Jowai is in charge of Jaintia Hills District and the Assistant Development Commissioner, Tura is in charge of East, West and South Garo Hills Districts.
(2) There are also Sub-Divisional Planning Officers at the District headquarters of Shillong, Tura and Jowai. The SDPOs are attached to the Deputy Commissioners to assist in scrutinizing proposals in respect of schemes/programmes, etc. submitted by the Blocks, which require the approval/sanction of the Deputy Commissioners.
(3) There are Project Directors, DRDAs in each District, supported by both technical and
ministerial staff. (4) The Technical Wing is manned by Executive Engineers, Assistant Engineers and
Junior Engineers, posted on transfer from the PWD and attached to the office of the Deputy Commissioners/Project Directors, DRDAs Shillong, Jowai, Nongstoin, Tura and Williamnagar.
III. AT THE BLOCK LEVEL:- (1) At the Block Level, each Development Block is headed by the Block Development
Officer who is assisted by a team of officers in the field of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary, Engineering. Each Block is divided into 15 circles each under the charge of a Gram Sevak.
(2) At present, the posts of BDOs are cadre posts of the Meghalaya Civil Service. Out of
39 posts of BDOs, only 20 of them are being held by MCS Officers on full/part time basis and the remaining 19 posts are held by Agriculture/Veterinary Extension Officers. The Commission feels this may not be a healthy approach in the long run. As huge finances are poured through this outlet and channelised for developmental activities at the grass root levels such ad hoc arrangements will not be administratively effective and purposeful.
(3) Since the Department does not have a cadre of its own it has no Service Rules. The
Department is utilising the services of officials drawn from different Government Departments on deputation/transfer for overseeing the implementations of schemes. This
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arrangement may be conducive for a short period of time but it may not be viable in the long run for a healthy and steady all-round development unless such persons are permanently absorbed in the Department.
(4) The posts of Assistant Director, Assistant Development Commissioners, Sub-
Divisional Planning Officers and Block Development Officers are also borne on the MCS cadre. The posts of Project Director, DRDA are also presently held by MCS Officers. Overall, it can be seen that almost all administrative/executive posts under the Department are MCS cadre posts.
(5) The Technical Wing in the Blocks is manned by a Junior/Subordinate Engineer
posted on transfer from PWD in each of the Community Development Blocks. 12.7.8. In view of the major developmental activities covering every aspect of village development the requirement of manpower for executing such activities is absolutely necessary. The Commission is of the view that there is need to constitute a separate service cadre for the Department. This will also open employment opportunities for the educated youth of the State. The Commission is of the view that the following posts can be considered for the purpose if the Department were to have a service cadre of its own:-
(i) Deputy Director. (ii) Assistant Director/Project Director, DRDA. (iii) Assistant Development Commissioner/Sub-Divisional Planning Officer. (iv) Block Development Officer.
12.7.9. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
2. Joint Director 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
3. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
4. Officer on Special Duty (Technical)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Executive Engineer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
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6. Monitoring Cum-Evaluation Officer
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
7. Assistant Director (HQ) 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
8. Assistant Director (WCP & N)
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
9. Assistant Development Commissioner
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 MCS Officer to draw his own grade pay
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 MCS Officer to draw his own grade pay
10. Sub-Divisional Planning Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 MCS Officer to draw his own grade pay
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 MCS Officer to draw his own grade pay
11. Block Development Officer
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795 MCS Cadre Officer to draw his own grade pay
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 MCS Cadre Officer to draw his own grade pay
12. Research Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 6850-24-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600 Will apply if the entry qualification is identical with those in the Planning/Finance (EA) Department.
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130 Will apply if the entry qualification is identical with those in the Planning/Finance (EA) Department.
13. Additional Block Development Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
14. Assistant Engineer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
15. Extension Officer (Agril.)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (For Agricultural Degree Holders/B.V.Sc Degree Holder) 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795 (For others)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For Agricultural Degree Holders/B.V.Sc Degree Holder) 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 (For others)
16. Extension Officer (Veterinary)
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17. Statistical Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
18. Assistant Project Officer 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
19. Assistant Accounts Officer.
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
20. Superintendent (Accounts)
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
21. Subordinate/Junior Engineer
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
22. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
23. Sericulture Extension Officer
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
24. Sub-Inspector of Statistics
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
25. Mukhya Sevikas 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
26. Extension Officer (General)
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
27. Accountant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
28. Internal Auditor (H.Q & District)
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
29. Accountant-cum-Storekeeper in the Block
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
30. Senior Gram Sevak/Sevika
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
31. Accountant (District) 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
32. Upper Division Assistant -cum-Cashier
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
33. Steno-cum-Typist 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
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34. Accounts Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
35. Lower Division Assistant -cum-Cashier (in Block)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
36. Section Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
37. Gram Sevak 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
38. Gram Sevikas 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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COOPERATION
12.8.1. The main function of Cooperation Department is to regulate the functioning of the Cooperative Societies in the State in accordance with the powers laid down in the Meghalaya Cooperative Societies Acts & Rules. The Department has a Cooperative Training Institute which imparts training to the officials of the Cooperative Department, office bearers of the Cooperative institutions and the employees of the Cooperative Societies in matters such as Credit, Banking, Marketing, Consumers, Audit, Accounts, Management, Planning & Control etc.
12.8.2. The Registrar of Cooperative Societies is the Head of Department at the Directorate level and is borne on the IAS Cadre and assisted by the Joint Registrar of Cooperative Societies. 12.8.3. The Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies is the Head of Office at the District level, assisted by the Sub-Registrar of Cooperative Societies.
12.8.4. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Registrar of Cooperative Societies
Borne on IAS Cadre
Borne on IAS Cadre
2. Joint Registrar 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
3. Principal Meghalaya Cooperative Training Institute
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
4. Deputy Registrar 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
6. Sub-Registrar of Cooperative Societies
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
7. Senior Cooperative Officer
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
8. Junior Cooperative Officer
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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EDUCATION
12.9.1. The Education Department plays a vital role in the development process in the State being charged with the responsibility of overseeing and formulating the educational programmes and the implementation of the Educational Policy of the Government at all levels. Prior to 1997 the Department had only one Directorate known as the Directorate of Public Instructions. Government felt the necessity of reorganizing/restructuring the Directorate and thus in 1997 it was trifurcated into (1) Directorate of Higher & Technical Education, (2) Directorate of Educational Research & Training and (3) Directorate of Mass & Elementary Education.
12.9.2. The main function of the Department is primarily to lay down guidelines, arrange financial assistance and administer Collegiate and University Education, School Education (including Primary Education), Social and Adult Education, Technical and Professional Education and Educational Research and Training. Besides these, the Education Department is responsible for the National Cadet Corps and the Scouts & Guides.
DIRECTORATE OF HIGHER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (DHTE)
12.9.3. The functional responsibility of the Directorate of Higher & Technical Education is to administer and implement the educational policy relating to Collegiate and University Education, Higher Secondary & Secondary Schools Education, Technical Education and Inspector of Schools. The Director is the head of office, assisted by the Additional Director, the Joint Director and Deputy Directors.
DIRECTORATE OF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH & TRAINING (DERT) 12.9.4. Education is a dynamic process and undergoes changes from time to time. In order to keep abreast with the latest in Science and Technology, the curriculum needs constant change and revision. Alongside this change in curriculum the teacher who is the principal agent in the implementation of such changes requires to update his knowledge and skills. Updating of knowledge and learning of new skills are very essential for teachers if they are to be effective in their work. It is a recognition of the need of teacher preparation and making provision for their continuous professional growth that the erstwhile State Council of Educational Research & Training (SCERT), now Directorate of Educational Research & Training (DERT) was established. 12.9.5. Some of the programmes and activities of DERT include Training of Teachers, Curriculum Development, Preparation of Teaching-learning Materials, Training packages, Evaluation and Examination Reforms, Innovations, Research, Surveys and Extension Services. DERT has also taken up the emerging areas such as Adolescent Education, EDUSAT programmes and academic matters pertaining to Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan. Apart from programmes for the benefit of Teachers and students, the DERT also undertakes Research Studies in problem areas of Education such as Drop outs, Examination Reforms, Collection and Compilation of Educational Statistics, etc.
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12.9.6. The Directorate is headed by the Director who is assisted by the Joint Director and Deputy Director.
DIRECTORATE OF ELEMENTARY AND MASS EDUCATION (DEME)
12.9.7. This Directorate is headed by the Director of Elementary and Mass Education who is the controlling authority of the Deputy Inspectors of Schools, District Education Officers and District Adult Education Officers. He is assisted by the Additional/Joint Director, Deputy Directors and a Monitoring Officer. 12.9.8. The primary functions of the Directorate are formulation of guidelines; general administration of School Education, Social and Adult Education; inspection and supervision. 12.9.9. Under the re-organised Scheme each Directorate is having its own independence and a separate and independent Director. While interacting with the Officers of the Department, the Commission received no feed-back about the workings of the re-organised Directorates. The Commission would like to place on record that for a small state like ours, three independent Directorates will result in top-heavy organizations. As observed by the previous Commission, the other sectors of education like the Training Programmes and Elementary and Mass Education could have been looked after by Additional or Joint Directors. As of now, while the Department is not in a position to have its own Departmental officer to head one Directorate of Education it will be an additional problem for the Government to find two more additional departmental officers to head the other two Directorates. The entire educational system could have been taken care of by a full-fledged Principal Director instead of having three independent Directors.
12.9.10. At present, General Education and Technical Education are combined together under the Directorate of Higher and Technical Education. Although on grounds of economy and viability it is not advisable to have a separate Directorate of Technical Education, the functioning of the officers of both the streams should be clearly demarcated. Officers of Technical Education need not be given the functions of General Education and vice versa.
12.9.11. Previous Commissions in their reports emphasized the need to have the Departmental officers to head the Directorates of Education in the interests of improving education in the State. It appears that no tangible action has ever been taken by the Government in this regard. The Government may also consider constituting the State Education Service as recommended by the Third Pay Commission.
12.9.12.(1). A submission was made by the Principals Council and Government and Government Aided College Teachers’ Associations regarding other State allowances for the teachers drawing U.G.C. scales of pay. The Commission was informed that in the Scheme of U.G.C. scales of pay, the Teachers are granted the U.G.C. prescribed scales of pay and dearness allowance. No other allowances including Compensatory Allowances are allowed. It was also mentioned that the College Teachers other than those drawing U.G.C scales of pay, are allowed all allowances as in the case of other State
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Government employees. The Teachers not under the U.G.C. Scheme have urged the Commission for consideration of parity in the matter of admissibility of allowances. 12.9.12.(2). This Commission is of the view that there is a point in the submission of the Principals’ Council and the Service Associations that all allowances should be restored to all College Teachers irrespective of whether they are drawing the U.G.C. or the State scales of pay and recommends for restoration of all compensatory allowances.
12.9.13. In recent years there has been an increased demand for higher education in the State which has resulted in a mushroom growth of new Private Colleges all over the State. This is likely to result in a huge financial burden on the Government in future. Government, therefore, may consider some means to regulate the uncontrolled growth of such institutions.
12.9.14. In the context of management of Colleges for general education of Science, Arts or Commerce, the Education Department may examine the possibility of classifying colleges into “A” and “B” Grades according to their size, enrolment, composition of faculty and academic standards, and the Heads of such classified grades of colleges should be given different scales of pay and status.
12.9.15.(1). The matter of providing education at all levels from the primary level up to Higher & Technical education is very complex and needs an in depth study to improve the delivery system both qualitatively and quantitatively. Changing times have also led to change in demand for different types of education and education administration. This Commission neither has the scope nor the ability to go into these issues. Nevertheless it appreciates the need for such a study to be made by a competent group of persons to go into the whole gamut of education planning and administration in the interest of the future generations of Meghalaya who need to catch up with the youth in other parts of the country and compete with them on an equal footing. The sooner this is done the earlier will be the time when our own youth attain that desirable parity with their counterparts elsewhere.
12.9.15(2). In order to achieve the above, the Commission suggests that a High Power Commission be set up, comprising of eminent educationists, academicians, administrators and legal experts to go into all the issues in the field of education in the State starting right from the primary stage. They will need to examine even the legal and constitutional aspects and recommend the desirable reforms that may be needed to improve the state of things. The Commission urges the Government to consider this matter seriously in all its aspects in the interest of the student community and the future generations, and take concrete action expeditiously.
HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOLS
12.9.16. The Commission was informed that at present most of the Higher Secondary Schools including the Government Higher Secondary Schools are headed by persons with degree qualification on seniority basis without taking into account the prescribed educational qualification for the post of Principal including Vice-Principal. As per the Rules and Regulations of the Meghalaya Board of School Education, the Head of the Higher Secondary Schools should be a Post-
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Graduate Degree holder in Arts, Science or Commerce, whereas, the minimum qualification of the Assistant lecturers serving under him/her are Post-Graduate Degree holders. Ideally and logically, therefore, the Principal should have a Post-Graduate Degree or equivalent in Arts/Science/Commerce.
12.9.17. The pay scale of Assistant Lecturer of Higher Secondary School is found to be on the lower side i.e., Rs.5750 - 10120/-. This Commission recommends that the Assistant Lecturers of Higher Secondary Schools should be notionally placed in the scale of Rs.5900 - 10440/-. Accordingly, this category of Teachers will draw pay in the pay scale of Rs.15700 - 28180/-.
INSPECTION AND SUPERVISION OF SCHOOLS
12.9.18. Supervision and inspection of Secondary and Higher Secondary Schools need to be strengthened and the education officers in charge of supervising and inspecting the Secondary and Higher Secondary Schools should have appropriate qualifications and experience in teaching and school administration.
12.9.19. The Commission is of the opinion that the Inspecting Officers are overburdened with implementation of various developmental schemes like S.S.A. or Mid-day meals scheme, etc. Whatever other developmental works are entrusted to them, the inspecting officers like Deputy Inspectors of Schools and Inspectors of Schools should not neglect their primary duty of inspecting the Schools. Inspection and supervision are the only tools to raise the standard of education in Schools. Modern methods and techniques should be adopted to achieve meaningful and effective supervision of Schools. At present, inspection is done by the Sub-Inspector of Schools and the Deputy Inspector of Schools, upto the level of Upper Primary Schools, whereas the High and Higher Secondary Schools are looked after by the Inspector of Schools.
12.9.20. The Government has amalgamated teaching and inspection as recommended by the previous Pay Commissions. As a result of the amalgamation, Deputy Inspectors of Schools, District Social Education Officers (D.S.E.O.) and District Adult Education Officers (D.A.E.O.) are interchangeable and transferable. Allocation of functions between the Deputy Inspector of Schools and the D.S.E.O., need to be streamlined. Besides his original duty of inspection of Schools, the Deputy Inspector of Schools is required to look after implementation of various other Schemes like S.S.A. and Mid-day meals, involving huge accounting works, handling of cash and keeping of records. On the other hand, his counterpart, the D.S.E.O. has practically no major scheme for implementation. As observed elsewhere the functions of the Deputy Inspector of Schools and the D.S.E.O. are to be clearly defined to avoid overlapping of functions.
PRIMARY SCHOOLS
12.9.21. The minimum qualification for a Primary School teacher at the entry point is H.S.L.C. passed and the practice of allowing advance increments for P.U., Graduate, Post-Graduate and B.Ed. should continue.
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12.9.22. The post of Science Supervisor is an isolated one. This group of officers is now claiming up-gradation of their service status and pay scales. The Department, however, has not clearly defined the functions for these officers. It is, however, presumed that they are required to supervise Science Education upto the level of Upper Primary Schools only and their rank appears to be equivalent to the Sub-Inspector of Schools. These posts, therefore, should be attached with the Deputy Inspector of Schools and be re-designated as Sub-Inspector of Schools. This group in its memorandum has demanded promotional avenues to the post of Senior Sub-Inspector of Schools. The Commission recommends the encadrement of the Group of Science Supervisors to the cadre of Sub-Inspectors of Schools.
12.9.23. Other isolated posts in the Education Department are Inspector of Physical Training, Library Assistant, Special Officer for Scouts and Guides, Planning Officer and Assistant Research Officer. The department may consider setting up a suitable service cadre for these posts and frame Service Rules so that the incumbents are not deprived of at least two promotions in their service career in accordance with the Assured Career Promotion Scheme (ACPS) mentioned elsewhere in this Report.
AD HOC GRANT-IN-AID SYSTEM 12.9.24. The Education Department is extending financial assistance to some private schools and colleges through the Ad-hoc Grant-in-aid system. This scheme provides such assistance to those institutions which have attained a certain degree of progress and academic achievement in fairness to other similar institutions which are not in receipt of such assistance. It is advisable to make the scheme more easily available to a larger number in the interests of providing better quality of higher education to a larger number of the student community. 12.9.25. The Commission also took note of departmental designations of the Offices of the Inspectorates and recommends the following:- (a) Assistant Inspector of Schools : Shall be re-designated as Additional
Inspector of Schools.
(b) Assistant Deputy Inspector of Schools : Shall be re-designated as Additional Deputy Inspector of Schools.
12.9.26. The isolated post of Store-Keeper in the Directorate of Higher & Technical Education is recommended for encadrement in the Ministerial Establishment of the Office and designated as Upper Division Assistant (Stores), and placed notionally in the existing scale of Rs.4500 - 7660/- and the revised scale of Rs.12000 - 21200/- will apply.
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12.9.27. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:- Sl.No. Name of Service or Post Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of
pay Remarks
1 2 3 4 5 A. DIRECTORATE OF ELEMENTARY AND MASS EDUCATION
1. Director Borne on the IAS Service
Borne on the IAS Service
2. Additional Director
10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
3. Joint Director 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
4. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Administrative Officer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
6. Monitoring Officer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
7. Research Officer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
8. Statistical Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
9. Registrar 5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
10. Planning Officer 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
11. Assistant Research Officer 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
12. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
13. Research Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
14. District Education Officer 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
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INSPECTORATE
15. Additional Inspector of Schools.
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
16. Deputy Inspector of Schools
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
17. District Social Education Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
18. District Adult Education Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
19. Assistant District Social Education Officer
5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
20. Assistant District Adult Education Officer
5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
21. Assistant D. I of School 5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
22. Social Education Organizer/Lady Social Education Organizer (Graduate)
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
23. Sub-Inspector of Schools 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180 (For incumbents having less than 8 years of satisfactory service) 5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440 To be re-designated as Assistant Dy. Inspector of Schools
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 (For incumbents having less than 8 years of satisfactory service) 15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180 To be re-designated as Additional Dy. Inspector of Schools
24. Head Teacher of Upper Primary School Senior Basic School
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180 For Graduate with B. Ed 5100-140-5940-EB- 150-7140-160-8740 For Graduates without B. Ed.
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 1 advance increment for Graduate with B.Ed., 2 advance increments for P.G. Degree Holders, 3 advance increments for P.G. Degree Holders with B.Ed.
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4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 For Under Graduates/ P.U. Passed
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 For Under Graduates/ P.U. Passed
25. Assistant Teacher of Upper Primary Schools
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180 For Graduates with B. Ed teaching in both Upper Primary and Secondary Classes of Amalgamated Schools 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740 For Graduates without B. Ed teaching in both Upper Primary and Secondary Classes of Amalgamated Schools.
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 1 advance increment for Graduate with B.Ed., 2 advance increments for P.G. Degree Holders, 3 advance increments for P.G. Degree Holders with B.Ed.
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 For Graduates teaching only in Upper Primary Classes. 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165 For P.U. Passed
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000 For P.U. Passed
26. Assistant Teacher of Senior Basic Schools
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 (For Graduates) 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165 (For P.U. Passed)
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 1 advance increment for Graduate with B.Ed., 2 advance increments for P.G. Degree Holders, 3 advance increments for P.G. Degree Holders with B.Ed. 9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000 (For P.U. Passed)
27. Drill-Cum-Drawing Master in Upper Primary Schools/ Senior Basic Schools.
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
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28. Social Education Organiser/ Lady Social Education Organiser (P.U. Passed)
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
29. Hindi Teacher in Upper Primary Schools/Senior Basic Schools
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165 (P.U. Passed) 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 (Graduate in Arts/ Science/ Commerce)
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000 (P.U. Passed) 11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 1 advance increment for Graduate with B.Ed., 2 advance increments for PG Degree Holders, 3 advance increments for PG Degree Holders with B.Ed.
30. Social Education Organiser/ Lady Social Education Organiser (Matriculate/ HSLC/SSLC)
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
31. Craft Teacher 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 (For Matriculate/HSLC Passed) 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (For Matriculate/HSLC Passed) 9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
32. Head Teacher in Lower Primary Schools/Junior Basic Schools.
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 With special pay of Rs.100/- p.m.
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (For Matriculate/HSLC Passed) Two advance increments for P.U/ Normal or Basic Trained, four advance increments for Graduates and five increments for Post-Graduate or B. Ed. Degree
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33. Assistant Teacher in Lower Primary Schools/Junior Basic Schools.
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 (For Matriculate/HSLC Passed) Two advance increments for P.U/Normal or Basic Trained, four advance increments for Graduates and five increments for Post-Graduate or B. Ed. Degree 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (For Under-Matric Trained)
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (For Matriculate/HSLC Passed) Two advance increments for P.U/ Normal or Basic Trained, four advance increments for Graduates and five increments for Post-Graduate or B. Ed. Degree 8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 (For Under-Matric Trained)
34. Workshop Instructor in Upper Primary Schools/Senior Basic Schools.
2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130 (For non-Matriculate untrained irrespective of school hours put in.
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160 7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180 (For non-Matriculate untrained irrespective of school hours put in.
B. DIRECTORATE OF HIGHER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
35. Director 11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
36. Additional Director of Higher and Technical Education.
10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
37. Joint Director of Higher and Technical Education
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
38. Deputy Director of Higher and Technical Education
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
39. Inspector of School 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
40. Selection Grade Lecturer 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
41. Special Officer, Science Education
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
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42. Senior Grade Lecturer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
43. Lecturer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
44. Assistant Research Officer 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
45. Research Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
46. District Science Supervisor 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
47. Inspector of Physical Training
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
48. Library Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
49. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180 (For Degree Holders with Maths/Economics/ Statistics as one of the subjects)
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 For Degree Holders with Maths/Economics/ Statistics as one of the subjects)
50. Special Officer Scouts and Guides
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
51. Organiser Scouts and Guide 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
52. Technical Assistant for Science Education
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
53. District Education Officer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
SCHOOL SERVICES
54. Principal 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
.
55. Headmaster/Headmistress of Secondary Schools.
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
56. Vice Principal 5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
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57. Assistant Headmaster/ Assistant Headmistress of Secondary School.
5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
58. Assistant Lecturer 5750-175-6800-EB-190-8320-200-10120
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
59. Drill/Drawing Teacher 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180 (Graduates) 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165 (P.U. Passed)
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 (Graduates) 9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000 (P.U. Passed)
60. Assistant Teacher of Higher Secondary/Secondary Schools
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740 For Graduates with B. Ed 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180 For Graduates without B.Ed.
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 1 advance increment for Graduate with B.Ed., 2 advance increments for P.G. Degree Holders, 3 advance increments for P.G. Degree Holders with B.Ed.
61. Craft Instructor 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165 (For Matriculate with Diploma Certificate in Craft from recognized Technical Institution) 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 (For Non-Matriculate with Diploma Certificate in Craft from recognized Technical Institution)
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000 (For Matriculate with Diploma Certificate in Craft from recognized Technical Institution) 9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (For Non-Matriculate with Diploma Certificate in Craft from recognized Technical Institution)
62. Laboratory Assistant 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
TECHNICAL EDUCATION
63. Addl.Director of Higher and Technical Education(T)
10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
64. Joint Director of Higher and Technical Education(T)
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
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65. Principal, Polytechnic 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
66. Deputy Director of Higher and technical Education (T)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
67. Head of Department Civil/ Electrical/Mechanical/ Electronics
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
68. Lecturers 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 Lecturer having not less than 8 years of service are to be graded as Senior Lecturer and placed in the scale of Rs.6850-11600/-. Lecturers having not less than 16 years of service are to be graded as Selection Grade Lecturer and placed in the scale of Rs.7750-12115/-
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 Lecturer having not less than 8 years of service are to be graded as Senior Lecturer and placed in the scale of Rs.18300 – 30460/- Lecturers having not less than 16 years of service are to be graded as Selection Grade Lecturer and placed in the scale of Rs.20700 – 32020/-
69. Workshop Superintendent 6350-225-7700-EB-240-8380-250-11130 For incumbents to the posts who are B.E. Graduates or Promotee Diploma Holders.
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For incumbents to the posts who are B.E. Graduates or Promotee Diploma Holders.
70. Training-Cum-Placement Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For incumbents to the posts who are B.E. Graduates or Promotee Diploma Holders.
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For incumbents to the posts who are B.E. Graduates or Promotee Diploma Holders.
71. Senior Instructor 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
72. Demonstrator 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
73. Foreman 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
74. Audio-Visual Technician 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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75. Junior Instructor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
76. Accountant 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
77. Boiler Attendant 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
78. Librarian 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
79.
Workshop Instructor 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 (Matriculate/HSLC) 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130 (Non Matriculate/HSLC)
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (Matriculate/HSLC) 7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180 (Non Matriculate/HSLC)
80. Senior Store Keeper 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
81. Pharmacist 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
82. Store Keeper 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
83. Assistant Laboratory-cum-Workshop/Laboratory Assistant
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
84. Plumber-Cum-Water Operator
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
PINE MOUNT SCHOOL
85. Principal 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
86. Vice Principal 5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
87. Post Graduate Assistant Teacher of + 2 Stage
5750-175-6800-EB-190-8320-200-10120
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
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88. Assistant Mistress 5750-175-6800-EB-190-8320-200-10120 (For Post-Graduate) 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760 (For Graduate)
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180 (For Post-Graduate) 14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220 (For Graduate)
89. Pupil Teacher 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
90. Nurse 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
91. Head Assistant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
92. Laboratory Assistant 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
93. House Keeper 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
94. Assistant Matron 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
PUBLIC SCHOOLS
95. Principal 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600 For those who conform to the criteria or the norms applicable to the Pine Mount School. For others the scale of Rs. 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 will apply
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130 For those who conform to the criteria or the norms applicable to the Pine Mount School. For others the scale of Rs. 17,000 – 30,440/- will apply
96. Vice Principal 5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
97. Hindi Mistress (Tura Public School)
5750-175-6800-EB-190-8320-200-10120
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
98. Post Graduate Assistant Teacher/Assistant Mistress
5750-175-6800-EB-190-8320-200-10120
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
99. Assistant Teacher/Assistant Mistress (Graduate)
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
100. K.G. Mistress. 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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101. Music Teacher 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
102. Assistant Mistress Art and Craft
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
103. Pupil Teacher 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
104. House Keeper (Tura Public School)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
COLLEGE EDUCATION 105. Principal 8750-275-10400-EB-300-
13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
106. Vice-Principal 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
107. Head of Department/ Selection Grade Lecturers.
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
108. Senior Lecturers 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
109. Lecturers 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
110. Deputy Librarian 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
111. Demonstrator 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
C – DIRECTORATE OF EDUCATION RESEARCH AND TRAINING
112. Director 10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
113. Joint Director 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
114. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
115. Officer-in-charge, E.T.Cell 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
116. Secretary. 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
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117. Senior Grade Lecturer 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
118. Senior Lecturer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
119. Lecturer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
120. Programme-Cum-Script Writer/Translator
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
121. Counsellor 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
122. Assistant Research Officer 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
123. Research Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
124. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
125. Library Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
126. Technical Assistant 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
NORMAL TRAINING SCHOOL
127. Principal 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
128. Graduate Instructor 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
129. Graduate Teacher 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180 (For Graduate with BT/ B. Ed.) 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740 (For Graduate without BT/B. Ed.)
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 1 advance increment for Graduate with B.Ed., 2 advance increments for P.G. Degree Holders, 3 advance increments for P.G. Degree Holders with B.Ed.
130. Craft Instructor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
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131. Drill and Drawing Master 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
132. Junior Instructor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
133. Assistant Teacher 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
134. Laboratory- cum -Workshop Assistant.
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
BASIC TRAINING CENTRE
135. Principal 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
136. Instructor 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
137. Tutor/Demonstrator 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
138. Craft Instructor 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 (Matriculate/HSLC) 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165 (for P.U.Passed) 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 (For Graduate)
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (Matriculate/HSLC) 9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000 (for P.U.Passed) 11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 (For Graduate)
139. Library Assistant 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
140. Junior Instructor 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
141. Senior Teacher 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
142. Junior Teacher 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
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DISTRICT INSTITUTE OF EDUCATIONAL TRAINING 143. Principal
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
144. Senior Lecturer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
145. Leturer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
146. Statistical Assistant 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
147. Head Assistant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
148. Library Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
MISCELLANEOUS POSTS
149. Cinema Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
150. Hostel matron 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
151. Assistant Matron 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
152. Laboratory Bearer/ Table Bearer/Cook Mate/ Mate/Hostel Cook/Mali/ Ayah/Store Attendant
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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ELECTION
12.10.1. Election Department controls the electoral machinery in the State. The Commissioner & Secretary to the Government is the Chief Electoral Officer and heads the electoral machinery. He is assisted by the Joint Chief Electoral Officer, who also functions as Officer on Special Duty of the Government, and by the Assistant Chief Electoral officer, who is also the Deputy Secretary of the Government. 12.10.2. The Department is divided into three sections each under a Superintendent, namely, Elections Section, Accounts & Establishment Section and Technical Section. 12.10.3. The main functions of the Department are – preparation and printing of electoral rolls, conduct of Elections (Parliamentary and Assembly), besides the election of the President of India. 12.10.4. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5 1. Chief Electoral Officer Borne on IAS Cadre Borne on IAS Cadre
2. Additional Chief Electoral Officer
Borne on IAS Cadre Borne on IAS Cadre
3. Joint Chief Electoral Officer
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
4. Assistant Chief Electoral Officer
Borne on MCS Cadre Borne on MCS Cadre
5. Senior System Engineer 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
6. System Engineer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
ELECTION OFFICE
7. Senior Enumerator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
8. Enumerator 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
9. Process Servers. 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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EXCISE, REGISTRATION, TAXATION, STAMP AND STATE LOTTERY
EXCISE
12.11.1. The Department of Excise, Registration, Stamp and Taxation is one of the major revenue earning Departments of the State. It administers three separate Directorates namely, (1) Directorate of Excise, (2) Directorate of Taxation and (3) Directorate of Meghalaya State Lottery.
12.11.2. The Excise Department controls the State Excise branch and enforces the Meghalaya Excise Acts, the Central Acts like the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substance Act and Rules and Regulations relating thereto. It grants and issues permits for manufacture, storage, sale, import, transport and export of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) as well as country made liquor and collects the excise duty and other levies thereof. It also grants and issues permits and passes for import, transport, possession, storage, and use of narcotic drugs for medicinal purposes. The Department is also responsible for detection, investigation, and prosecution of offenders in excise related offences; prevention of distilling, manufacturing, transport, and sale of illicit liquor. 12.11.3. The Commissioner of Excise who is the Head of Department is borne on the IAS/State Civil Service cadre. He is assisted by the Deputy Commissioner of Excise (HQ), and the Assistant Commissioner of Excise.
12.11.4. At the District level, the Deputy Commissioner/District Magistrate of the District administers all matters relating to excise with the assistance of the Assistant Commissioner of Excise and/or Superintendent or Deputy Superintendent of Excise, and by Inspectors or Assistant Inspectors of Excise and Excise Constables.
12.11.5. Excise Department also has offices at the Sub-divisional level headed by the Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil). He is assisted by a Deputy Superintendent of Excise or Inspector of Excise and by Assistant Inspectors of Excise.
TAXATION 12.11.6. The Commissionerate of Taxes is one of the major revenue collecting Directorates of the State. Its main function is to administer and enforce various Central and State Acts and Rules which include, among others, the Central Sales Tax. Act, 1956 and the Meghalaya Value Added Tax Act, 2003 (Act 2 of 2005). 12.11.7. The Head of the Department is the Commissioner of Taxes, borne on the IAS/MCS cadre. He is assisted by Deputy Commissioner of Taxes, the Assistant Commissioner of Taxes and Superintendent of Taxes. 12.11.8. With a view to check evasion of taxes by unscrupulous dealers, Government has constituted the Enforcement Branch with the Superintendent of Taxes and Inspectors of Taxes
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whose jurisdiction covers the entire State. The branch is attached with the Head Office. Besides the Enforcement Branch, there are several Taxation Check-gates in the State. The Check-gates constitute the most important and effective measures in checking tax evasion in respect of taxable goods.
REGISTRATION
12.11.9. The Commissioner of Taxes is also the Ex-Officio Inspector General of Registration. The Inspectorate operates the Indian Registration Act and other connected enactments and is responsible for the registration of societies and firms.
STAMPS
12.11.10. The Commissioner of Taxes is also the Superintendent of Stamps. He functions as Head of this Department which administer the Indian Stamps Act and ensure steady supply of stamps, forward indents submitted by the Treasury Officers to the Deputy Controller of Stamps for supply of non-postal stamps to them. There are no separate staff for this Directorate.
STATE LOTTERY 12.11.11. The Directorate of State Lottery was set up in the year 1982 for running/organizing the State Lotteries with a view to augment the revenues of the State. The Head of this Directorate is the Director who is borne on the IAS/MCS cadre. He is assisted by the Assistant Director stationed at New Delhi. 12.11.12. The Commission was informed that the post of Ferro Printer Operator was created in 1987 in the 1987 pay scale of Rs. 820 – 1175/- and was placed in the corresponding pay scale of Rs. Rs. 2440 – 3680/-. Submission was made that a similar post of Ferro Printer Machine Operator in the Directorate of Housing carries the existing pay scale of Rs. 2650 – 4130/- and thus the Ferro Printer Operator under the Directorate of State Lottery be allowed the higher revised pay scale corresponding to Rs. 2650 – 4130/-. The Commission recommends that there should be only one scale of pay for the post of Ferro Printer Operator under the Government and a uniform revised pay scale of Rs. 6500 – 11,100/- should apply to all such posts. 12.11.13. The Commission recommends the following scales of pay for the various posts under this Department:-
Sl. No
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
EXCISE
1. Commissioner of Excise Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
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2. Deputy Commissioner of Excise
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
3. Assistant Commissioner 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
4. Superintendent of Excise 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
5. Deputy Superintendent of Excise
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
6. Inspector of Excise 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
7. Assistant Inspector of Excise
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
8. Head Excise Constable 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
9. Excise Constable 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
TAXATION
10. Commissioner of Taxes Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
11. Deputy Commissioner of Taxes
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
12. Assistant Commissioner of Taxes
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
13. Superintendent of Taxes 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
14. Inspector of Taxes 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
REGISTRATION
15. Sub-Registrar 5750-175-6800-EB-190-8320-200-10120
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
16. Record Keeper 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
17. Copyist 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
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MEGHALAYA STATE LOTTERY
18. Director 11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
19. Assistant Director MCS Cadre MCS Cadre
20. Ferro Printer 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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FINANCE
12.12.1. The Finance Department manages the fiscal administration of the State and exercise overall control over expenditure in all functional Departments of the Government. Its main functions are to frame rules, regulate pay, leave and pension of all State Government employees, delegate financial powers to Departments and subordinate authorities and advise them on all financial matters. FINANCE (ECONOMIC AFFAIRS) 12.12.2. Financial administration and overall control of the fiscal operation of the State Government is the primary function of this wing of the Department. It is responsible for the preparation of forecast of financial resources for the Five Year Plans, Annual Plans and Additional Resource Mobilisation for funding the Plans; floatation of the open market borrowing by the State Government; monitoring the ways and means position of the State Government and the in-flow and out-go of fund relating to Centrally Sponsored/Central Plan/NEC Regional Scheme, etc. 12.12.3. The overall charge of the Department is vested with the Finance Secretary, who is assisted by the Senior Officers including Commissioner & Secretary, Joint Secretary, Director of Institutional Finance, the Officer-on-Special Duty and the Under Secretaries to Government. DIRECTORATE OF ACCOUNTS & TREASURIES 12.12.4. The Director of Accounts and Treasuries is the Head of this Directorate and is borne on the cadre of the Meghalaya Finance Service. He is the controlling authority of the cadre of the Meghalaya Subordinate Accounts Service and the Meghalaya Subordinate Treasury Accounts Service. He is in fact the principal adviser in matters of finance and accounts and treasury administration to the State Government. 12.12.5. The Director is assisted by the Deputy Director of Accounts & Treasuries and the Instructor (CTI). The Directorate has three wings: (1) Accounts (2) Treasuries (3) Training. EXAMINER OF LOCAL ACCOUNTS
12.12.6. The Office of the Examiner of Local Accounts was separated from the combined Directorate of Accounts & Treasuries and Examiner of Local Accounts with effect from 1.2.1990. The statutory function of the office of the Examiner of Local Accounts is based on the provision of the Assam Local Fund (Accounts & Audit) Act, 1930 and the rules and regulations framed there-under, as adapted by the Government of Meghalaya. The Directorate is charged with the responsibility of audit of various accounts, both Government Departments and local fund as may be entrusted by Government from time to time. Some of the main accounts that come under its purview are – account of the Municipal Board and Town Committee; the District Council in respect of
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utilization of Government grants, grant-in-aid Educational Institutions (Schools & Colleges), Meghalaya Houses and Rajya Sainik Board, etc.
12.12.7. The Examiner of Local Accounts is the Head of the Directorate. He is assisted by the Deputy Examiner of Local Accounts and the Assistant Examiner of Local Accounts. 12.12.8. The Meghalaya Finance Service Association in its Memorandum submitted to the Commission for consideration of promotional avenues and career progression for the members of the Service has sought for (a) upgrading 25 to 33% of the 19 cadre posts in the Senior grade-II level to the level of Joint Heads of Department/Senior Financial Adviser and correspondingly upgrade the posts of Deputy Director of Accounts & Treasuries and Deputy Examiner of Local Accounts to that of Joint Director of Accounts & Treasuries and Joint Examiner of Local Accounts, respectively, by placing them notionally in the existing scale of pay of Rs.10000-14075/-, (b) upgrading 25% of the Junior grade posts to the level of Senior FAO/Senior TO by placing them notionally in the existing scale of pay Rs.6850 – 11600/- and (c) encadrement of the existing ex-cadre post of OSD Finance Department presently held by a Senior Grade-I member of the Service in the Head of Department scale.
12.12.9. The present cadre strength of the Meghalaya Finance Service is as indicated below :-
Sl. No.
Name of post/cadre Scale of pay No. of post Total Temporary Permanent
1. SENIOR GRADE-I Director of Accounts & Treasuries Examiner of Local Accounts, Officer on Special Duty, Finance Department.
Rs.11750-15625/- 2 1 3
2. SENIOR GRADE-II Deputy Director of Accounts & Treasuries, Deputy Examiner of Local Accounts, Financial Advisers.
Rs.8750-13100/- 10 9 19
3. JUNIOR GRADE Finance & Accounts Officer, Treasury Officers.
Rs.6350-11130/- 10 23 33
Total 22 33 55
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12.12.10. The Meghalaya Finance Service Association also submitted that the existing cadre-structure of the Service is very inadequate and not in line with proper cadre management. There are only three levels/grades in the cadre with very limited scope for career advancements and most of the Officers retire from the post/grade of Financial Adviser. They also mentioned that the Directorates of Accounts and Treasuries and Examiner of Local Accounts are handicapped for want of senior level Officers of the grade of Joint Directors. Similarly, the four District Treasuries of Shillong, Tura, Jowai, Nongstoin and also the Shillong South Treasury handle huge Government transactions involving crores of State’s revenue receipts and payments. Thus, these five Treasuries are absolutely necessary to be placed under senior officers. Also the Development Departments, i.e., Public Works Departments, Public Health Engineering Departments, Education and Human Development Department, Home (Police) Department, Department of Health and Family Welfare are the major spending departments and therefore, there is special need to place the services of Senior Financial Advisers to assist and guide the departmental authorities. The Association requests for up-gradation of 25 to 30% of the Senior Grade - II level to the Joint Heads of Departments (including the existing posts of Deputy Director of Accounts & Treasuries and Deputy Examiner of Local Accounts). 12.12.11. The bottle-neck position of the Finance Service Cadre structure has also been highlighted by the Finance Department. Keeping in view of the above, the Commission, after careful study of the Service Rules and existing cadre-structure, recommends the following:- Sl. No.
Name of cadre/post Scale of pay No. of post Total Temporary Permanent
SELECTION GRADE 1. Director & OSD Rs.11750-15625/-
2 1
3
SENIOR GRADE-I
2. Joint Director of Accounts & Treasuries and Joint Director of Local Accounts
Rs.10000-14075/- 2 2
SENIOR GRADE-II 3. Financial Advisers
Rs.8750-13100/- 10 7
17
JUNIOR GRADE 4. Finance Accounts Officer
/Treasury Officer Rs.6350-11130/- 10 23 33
Total 22 33 55
Deputation Reserve @ 10% of 1,2,3 & 4 above 05 Training Reserve @ 10% of 1,2,3 & 4 above 05 Leave Reserve @ 10% of 1,2,3 & 4 above 05
Total strength 70
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12.12.12. The Commission noted the request for change in the nomenclature of the office of Examiner of Local Accounts as the Directorate of Local Accounts and re-designating the post of “Examiner” as “Director”, and recommends accordingly. 12.12.13. The Commission also examined the submission of the Meghalaya Subordinate Treasury Accounts Service Association about the lack of promotional avenue for the Treasury Accountant. This was also considered in the context of the enormous increase in the volume of works in the District Treasuries where the Treasury Officers find total lack of senior and experienced subordinate officer under them. Having regard to the above, the Commission recommends the post of Assistant Treasury Officers in the four District Treasuries of Shillong, Tura, Jowai and Nongstoin and also the Shillong South Treasury and the proposed revised scale of Rs.14700 - 26220/- will apply for the above posts. 12.12.14. The Commission was informed that Treasuries and Sub-Treasuries in the State are being equipped with Computers and the Treasury accounts are also maintained and compiled accordingly and for the purpose the Junior Accounts Assistants have also undergone training in Computer. The Department also submitted that the prescribed educational qualification for entry-post is being enhanced to Degree in Arts, Science or Commerce. The Commission recommends the revised scale of Rs. 9900 - 17000/-. 12.12.15. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the various posts under the Department:- Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
THE MEGHALAYA FINANCE SERVICE
1. Director of Accounts and Treasuries
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Examiner of Local Accounts
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
3. Officer on Special Duty (Finance)
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
4. Financial Advisers 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Instructor in Govt. Accounts and Audit
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
6. Finance and Accounts Officer/Treasury Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
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FINANCE (ECONOMIC AFFAIRS)
7. Director Institutional Finance & Ex-Officio Joint Secy. to the Government
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
8. Officer on Special Duty & Ex-Officio Deputy Secretary
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
9. Special Officer & Ex-Officio Under Secretary
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
10. Senior Research Officer 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
11. Research Officer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
12. Assistant Research Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
MEGHALAYA SUBORDINATE ACCOUNTS SERVICE
13. Accounts Officers 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
14. Senior Divisional Accountants
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
15. Junior Divisional Accountant
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
MEGHALAYA LOCAL FUND AUDIT SERVICE
16. Assistant Examiner 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
17. Audit Officer 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
18. Auditors. 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
19. Assistant Auditors 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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MEGHALAYA SUBORDINATE TREASURY ACCOUNTS SERVICE
20. Accountant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
21. Senior Accounts Assistant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
22. Junior Accounts Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
23. Record Sorter 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
DIRECTORATE OF SMALL SAVING
24. Director Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
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FISHERIES
12.13.1. The function of the Department is to lay down policy, guidelines, principles for development, management, exploitation and conservation of fishery resources in the State and formulate schemes, plans and programmes based on the resources available in the State. It also aims at creating new fishery resources for the benefit and welfare of the people with the ultimate objective of self-sufficiency in fish production. 12.13.2. With an aim to generate rural employment particularly among the un-employed youth, boost the economy and enhance fish production, the Department, in addition to the centrally sponsored scheme viz., Fish Farmer Development Agency, has also introduced a number of schemes such as Aquaculture for development of “1000 ponds”, Integrated Fish Farming, Community Fishery Projects, Culture and Breeding of Ornamental fishes etc. 12.13.3. The Directorate of Fisheries is headed by a Director borne on the IAS/MCS cadre and assisted by a Deputy Director, Assistant Director, Planning Officer and Fishery Information Officer. 12.13.4. The following revised scales of pay are recommended for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director
Borne on State Civil Service
Borne on State Civil Service
2. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
3. Assistant Director 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
4. Planning Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
5. Fishery Information Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
6. Superintendent of Fisheries
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
7. Fishery Research Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
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8. Reservoir Development Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
9. Farm Superintendent 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
10. Statistical Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
11. Assistant Engineer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For B.E. Degree holders and Promotee Diploma Holders.
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For B.E. Degree holders and Promotee Diploma Holders.
12. Fishery Officer 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
13. Research Assistant 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
14. Sub-Engineer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
15. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
16. Translator 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
17. Fishery Supervisor 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
18. Laboratory Assistant 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165 (For P.U. Science Passed)
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000 (For P.U. Science Passed)
19. Laboratory-Cum-Farm Assistant
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
20. Fishery Demonstrator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
21. Cinema Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
22. Trout Watcher 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
23. Unskilled Work Assistant
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
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24. Laboratory Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
25. Jugali 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
26. Fisherman 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
27. Boatman 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
28. River Guard 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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FOOD, CIVIL SUPPLIES AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS
12.14.1. The main functions of the Department are the implementation of the Targeted Public Distribution System; enforcement of Essential Commodities Act (monitoring of price situation and availability of essential commodities in the State); and to administer the Consumer Protection Act, 1986. As the State does not produce adequate food grains to meet its requirement, the Food, Civil Supplies & Consumers Affairs Department monitors the procurement of these commodities as well as those which are not locally produced from the Food Corporation of India. 12.14.2. The Director, borne on the IAS Cadre, is the Head of Department at the Directorate level. He is assisted by the Additional Director, Joint Directors and Deputy Directors. 12.14.3 The Commission recommends the following scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director
Borne on IAS Cadre
Borne on IAS Cadre
2. Additional Director 10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
3. Joint Director 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
4. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Superintendent of Supply
5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
6. Inspector of Supply 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
7. Superintendent of Accounts
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
8. Accountant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
9. Sub-Inspector of Supply 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
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10. Data Entry Operator 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280 (For Degree holders in any discipline with 1½ year Diploma in Com-puter Applications/ Science) 9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (For others)
11. Accounts Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
12. Checkers. 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
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FORESTS AND ENVIRONMENT
12.15.1. The main functions of Forests and Environment Department are conservation and management of forest area, including conservation of wildlife; preservation of multiple and stable eco-system; and implementation of intensive afforestation programmes. It directly controls and manages the forest areas including Reserved Forests by plantation / regeneration of suitable species of economic and commercial importance. It establishes, manages and controls Wild Life sanctuaries, National Parks, Botanical Garden and Zoos. 12.15.2. The Department also administers the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972; the Forest Conservation Act, 1980; the Meghalaya Forest {Removal of Timber (Regulation)} Act, 1981 and the Meghalaya Forest {Removal of Timber (Regulation)} Act, 1982. 12.15.3. The Directorate of Forests and Environment has three wings – the Wildlife Wing, the Research and Training Wing and the Social Forestry and Environment Wing. The Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, borne on the IFS cadre, is the Head of Department. He is assisted by the Chief Conservators of Forest, Conservators of Forests, Divisional Forest Officers and Assistant Conservators of Forests. 12.15.4.(1). The Meghalaya Forest Service is a feeder service to the Assam-Meghalaya Joint Indian Forest Service cadre. The existing Cadre Strength of the Service is as indicated below :-
I. Senior Duty Posts 09 II. Junior Duty Posts 16 Total 25 III. Deputation Reserve @ 20 percent of 1 & II above 5+5* IV. Training Reserve @ 10 percent of I & II above 02 V. Leave Reserve @ 10 percent of I & II above 03 Total 35+5*
(* for deputation to the District Councils, FDCM Ltd. and Eco Development Society
and they appear to have been allowed as ad-hoc increase. 12.15.4.(2).As per Meghalaya Forests Service Rules the categories of posts under each Grade are as indicated below :-
(a) Senior Grade - Deputy Conservator of Forests (Senior Duty Posts)
(b) Junior Grade - Assistant Conservator of Forests,
(Junior Duty Posts)
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12.15.4.(3). The Meghalaya Forest Service Association have made submissions for provision of 2 (two) more Grades in the Deputy Conservator of Forest Level on the ground that since creation of functional post beyond Deputy Conservator of Forest level may not be feasible at present, this would provide some scope of promotion to the Senior Grade Officers who have been stagnating in the same post for over 10-20 years and who are likely to retire at that level without further rise in their career. The Association accordingly requested for consideration of Junior Administrative and Selection Grade scales of pay at the Deputy Conservator of Forests (DCF) level in addition to the existing Senior Scale of pay. 12.15.4.(4). The Commission considered the above submission of the Meghalaya Forest Service and recommends that the following grades may be provided in the Meghalaya Forest Service:-
1. Junior scale - Rs. 6,350 - 11,130/- (entry point scale).
2. Senior Scale – Rs. 8750 – 13,100/- Promotion to this level may be made after 7 years of service in the Junior scale
3. Junior Administrative Grade (Non-functional) – Promotion to this level may be given
after 10 – 12 years of service in the Senior Scale. 4. Selection Grade (Non-functional) - Rs.10750-14800/-, Promotion to this level may be
after 17 years of service in the Junior Administrative Grade (Non-functional)
12.15.4.(5). In view of the above provision, the Commission recommends that the Schedule of the Meghalaya Forest Service may be modified to accommodate the inclusion of the above grades and its Cadre Strength will stand as indicated below:-
Pay Proposed
Strength
I. Senior Duty Posts 1. Selection Grade Rs.10750-15625/-
2. JuniorAdministrative Grade (Non-functional) 14 Rs. 10000-14075/- 3. Senior Scale Rs. 8750 – 13,100/-
II. Junior Duty Posts 1. Junior Scale 18 Rs. 6350-11130/- Total 32
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III. Deputation Reserve @ 20% of 1 & II above 06 IV. Training Reserve @ 12% of I & II above 04 V. Leave Reserve @ 10 % of I & II above 03 Total 45 12.15.5. The Commission recommends the following scales of pay for the various posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Principal Chief Conservator of Forest
Borne on IFS Cadre
Borne on IFS Cadre
2. Chief Conservator of Forest
Borne on IFS Cadre Borne on IFS Cadre
3. Conservator of Forest
Borne on IFS Cadre Borne on IFS Cadre
4. Planning Officer
Borne on IFS Cadre Borne on IFS Cadre
5. Divisional Forest Officer
Borne on IFS Cadre Borne on IFS Cadre
6. Officer on Special Duty Borne on IFS Cadre Borne on IFS Cadre
7. Asstt. Conservator of Forest
Borne on IFS Cadre Borne on IFS Cadre
8. Deputy Conservator of Forest
Borne on IFS/MFS Cadre 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
Borne on IFS/MFS Cadre 23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
9. Asstt. Conservator of Forest
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
10. Biometrician 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
11. Environmental Planning Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
12. Statistical Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For holders of Post Graduate Degree in Statistics/Economics/ Mathematics or
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For holders of Post Graduate Degree in Statistics/Economics/ Mathematics or
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Bachelor Degree in concerned subjects with at least 10 years experience. 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760 (For others)
Bachelor Degree in concerned subjects with at least 10 years experience. 14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220 (For others)
13. Orchidologist 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
14. Land Survey Officer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
15. Overseer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
16. Forest Ranger 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
17. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
18. Field Assistant
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
19. Head Assistant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
20. Accountant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
21. Analytical Assistant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
22. Draughtsman 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 (For Diploma Holders) 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655 (For Certificate Holders)
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 (For Diploma Holders) 10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280 (For Certificate Holders)
23. Surveyor 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
24. Deputy Ranger 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
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25. Cinema Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
26. Forester – I 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
27. Operator-cum-Mechanic 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
28. Pump Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
29. Generator Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
30. Range Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
31. Orchid Keeper 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
32. Forester – II 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
33. Caretaker 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
34. Forest Guard 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
35. Electrician 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
36. Boat Driver 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
37. Orchid Watcher 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
38. Plumber 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
39. All Grade IV – Posts listed below
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
(a) Game Watcher (b) Mali (c) Gateman/Gate
Keeper
(d) Animal Attendant (e) Feeder (f) Grass Cutter
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(g) Helper (h) Cook (i) Generator Helper (j) Peon (k) Cleaner (l) Sweeper (m) Chowkidar (n) Dak runner (o) Khalasi (p) Office Peon (q) Boatman (r) Handyman
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GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
12.16.1. The General Administration Department is responsible for coordination in acquisition of lands for various administrative complexes of the Government; construction and maintenance of office and residential buildings; setting up and administration of the Guest Houses and Circuit Houses within and outside the State; State protocol matters and office accommodation other than Secretariat buildings. 12.16.2. It is the Administrative Department of the Meghalaya Houses in New Delhi, Kolkata, Vellore, Guwahati, Estate Office and Rajya Sainik Boards.
MEGHALAYA HOUSES
12.16.3. The Commission recommends that while the scales of pay and Dearness Allowance of all categories of employees in the Meghalaya Houses should be as prescribed for the State Government employees of Meghalaya, the rates of other compensatory allowances as applicable to their counterparts in the respective State Governments where the Meghalaya Houses are located would be applicable to them. However, an option may be allowed to them either to draw the allowances prescribed by the Government of Meghalaya or the allowances applicable to their counterparts of the respective State Governments where such Houses are located. 12.16.4. The Commission noted that the present incumbent to the post of Officer on Special Duty in the Meghalaya House, New Delhi has been appointed since it was created in 1995 in a temporary capacity. Keeping in view the existing Government orders laying down the guidelines for permanent retention of posts which are in existence for a continuous period of five years or more, the Commission feels that it is fair, equitable and naturally justified to retain the post permanently and the present incumbent be regularized in the post. The Commission recommends that the pay scale of the post be upgraded notionally from Rs.6350 – 11130/- to Rs.6850 – 11600/- so as to infuse self-confidence into the incumbent who has to shoulder the responsibility of interacting with senior officials in the Central Government and that the present incumbent to the post may be allowed the additional benefit of the ACP Scheme, as personal to him, increasing his pay notionally to the higher scale of pay of Rs.7750 – 12115/- for whom the proposed revised scale of pay of Rs. 20700 – 32020/- will apply. The Commission also feels that the post needs proper re-designation and the issue is left to the Government for consideration. 12.16.5. The Commission recommends that the present incumbent to the post of Generator Operator, Meghalaya House, Kolkata may be given 2 (two) financial up-gradations under the ACP Scheme as personal to him in consideration of his long stagnation in the post.
ESTATE OFFICE 12.16.6. The Commission recommends that there should be two posts of Assistant Estate Officer – one to be manned by a person having Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering who would look after the construction/repair/renovation of buildings and the other to look after the furnishing, interior
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decoration, etc. The Commission recommends 2 (two) financial up-gradations under the ACP Scheme for the present incumbent to the post of Estate Assistant and thereafter the said incumbent may be allowed promotion to the post of Assistant Estate Officer in the revised scale of 17000 – 30440/-. 12.16.7. The following revised scales of pay are recommended for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
MEGHALAYA HOUSE - NEW DELHI
1. Resident Commissioner
Borne on IAS Cadre
Borne on IAS Cadre
2 Assistant Resident Commissioner
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
3. Officer on Special Duty
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
The present incumbent be allowed the revised pay scale of 20700- 32020 under the ACP Scheme
4. Junior Divisional Accountant
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
MEGHALAYA HOUSE - KOLKATA
5. Trade Adviser & Director of Movements
Borne on MCS Cadre
Borne on MCS Cadre
6. Liaison Officer 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
7. Movement Officer 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
8. Telex Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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9. Generator Operator 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
The present incumbent be allowed the revised pay scale of 7700 - 13160/- under the ACP Scheme
MEGHALAYA HOUSE - GUWAHATI 10. Officer on Special
Duty 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
11. Liaison Officer 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
12. Airport Protocol Officer
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
13. Airport Protocol Assistant
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
14. Telephone Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
MEGHALAYA HOUSE - VELLORE 15 Officer on Special
Duty 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
16. Liaison Officer 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
ESTATE OFFICE
17. Estate Officer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
18. Assistant Estate Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
19. Senior Divisional Accountant
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
20. Junior Divisional Accountant
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
21. Junior Engineer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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22. Estate Assistant 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
23. Supervisory Assistant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
24. Trained Section Assistant
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
25. Section Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
26. Tracer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
27. Plumber 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
28. Electrician 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
29. Carpenter 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
30. Asstt. Nazir (Shillong State Quest House)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
ZILLA SAINIK BOARD 31. Zilla Sainik Welfare
Officer
2960 (Fixed) As may be prescribed by Government from time to time
DIRECTORATE SAINIK WELFARE (PREVIOUSLY MEGHALAYA RAJYA SAINIK BOARD)
32. Director 3159 (Fixed)
As may be prescribed by Government from time to time
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HEALTH & FAMILY WELFARE 12.17.1. Health & Family Welfare Department plays a vital role being charged with the responsibility of providing medical services to the people of the State. The broad function of the Department is to control and supervise administration of hospitals, dispensaries, primary health centres, alternative systems of medicines and matters relating to physically handicapped and mentally retarded persons. The Department also regulates and controls the implementation of Food Adulteration Act and Rules, Drugs and Cosmetic Act, Registration of Pharmacists and Pharmacists Training, Maternity and Child Health Programmes, Malaria Eradication Programme, Filaria Control Programme, Trachoma Control Programme, Small Pox Eradication Programme, Health Education Programme, Universal Immunisation Programme, National Rural Health Mission initiatives, production of vaccines for rabies, cholera, typhoid, tetanus toxoid, etc. 12.17.2.(1) At present there are three Directorates under this Department, namely, Directorate of Health Services (MI), Director of Health Services (Research) and Director of Health Services (MCH & FW). Each wing has the common posts of Additional Director and Joint Director to assist the Heads of the respective Directorates. 12.17.2.(2) The Commission would like to observe that there are systemic and structural faultlines in the Directorates of Health Services which may have serious repercussions in future if not addressed expeditiously. 12.17.2(3). In the first instance, the health delivery system at the primary health centre level, which is crucial for the rural areas leaves much to be desired. There are serious short- comings in terms of manpower, drugs and medicines, equipments and infrastructure. These need to be addressed in a planned manner within a time frame. 12.17.2.(4). With the creation of three directorates there seems to have developed a marked polarisation in their working which could be detrimental to health care in general. The need is for an integrated approach.
12.17.2.(5). In the present age, development of specialized fields and technology is increasing by leaps and bounds. This is especially so in the medical field. This seems to have been lost sight of in Meghalaya, where even in special service hospitals like the Reid Chest Hospital (TB), Superintendents of other hospitals, or non-specialists are placed in charged so much so that even at the level of Director, e.g. Research, non-specialists have been made eligible for selection. 12.17.2.(6). These few examples will suffice to point the need for an in-depth study of the whole gamut of health delivery and service in Meghalaya by competent persons. The Commission strongly recommends that such a study be undertaken immediately by a team of medical experts, with the help of medical and legal administrators. This could be taken up with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to select suitable persons to form the team. The whole range of the health infrastructure, right from personnel and their service conditions to infrastructure and delivery system, may be looked into.
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12.17.3.(1).The Meghalaya Health Service in its submission to the Commission requested for review of their Cadre structure including the scales of pay. 12.17.3.(2)The following is the existing composition and strength of the Meghalaya Health Service:- Sl. No.
Name of posts Scale of pay Number of posts
COMMON POSTS SENIOR GRADE
1. Director of Health Services Rs. 11750 – 15625
2. Additional Director of Health Rs. 10750-14800/-
3. Director of Pasteur Institute Rs. 10000-14025/-
4. (a) Joint Director of Health Services
(b) Joint Director of Pasteur Institute.
(c ) Superintendent of Hospital
(d) State Tuberculosis Officer
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25
GENERAL DUTY STREAM GRADE – I
All posts in the scale of pay of Rs. 8750-13100/- 30 GRADE-II All posts in the scale of pay of Rs. 7750-12115/- 170 GRADE-III All posts in the scale of pay of Rs. 6350-11130/- 357 SPECIALIST STREAM
GRADE –I
All posts in the scale of pay of Rs. 8750-13100/- 15 GRADE-II All posts in the scale of pay of Rs. 7750-12115/- 69 GRADE-III All posts in the scale of pay of Rs. 6350-11130/- 20 Total 686 12.17.3.(3) Except for the common posts, i.e., the Director, Additional Director and Joint Director, all Grade-I, II and III posts in the General and Specialists streams have been made floating posts in order to bring about uniformity in the two streams and to minimize stagnation.
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STRUCTURE OF SERVICE AND CADRE-MANAGEMENT
12.17.3.(4) The Commission recommends the following cadre structure of the Service: Sl. No.
Name of posts Scale of pay Number of posts
COMMON POSTS SELECTION GRADE
1. Director of Health Services Rs. 11750 – 15625
2. Additional Director of Health Rs. 10750-14800/-
3. Director of Pasteur Institute Rs. 10000-14025/-
4. (a) Joint Director of Health Services
(b) Joint Director of Pasteur Institute.
(c ) Superintendent of Hospital
(d) State Tuberculosis Officer
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25
GENERAL DUTY STREAM ALL FLOATING POSTS SENIOR GRADE
All posts in the scale of pay of Rs. 8750-13100/- JUNIOR ADMV. GRADE All posts in the scale of pay of Rs. 7750-12115/- 454 JUNIOR GRADE All posts in the scale of pay of Rs. 6350-11130/-
SPECIALIST STREAM ALL FLOATING POSTS SENIOR GRADE
All posts in the scale of pay of Rs. 8750-13100/- JUNIOR ADMV. GRADE All posts in the scale of pay of Rs. 7750-12115/- 127 JUNIOR GRADE All posts in the scale of pay of Rs. 6350-11130/- Floating Posts at
Grade –II & III common to both the streams
125
Total 731
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Deputation Reserve @ 5% - 36 Leave Reserve @ 4 % - 29 Training Reserve @ 6% - 44
Total strength - 840
12.17.4. The Commission noted that the post of Plumber in the Civil Hospital, Shillong as well as under some other Departments like PWD, Agriculture, etc. is placed in the existing pay of Rs.3100 – 5060/- while that in the MIMHANS, Shillong is placed in the existing scale of pay of Rs.2440 – 3680/-. The Commission feels that parity in pay scale should be maintained in respect of Plumbers in different Departments who have the prescribed qualification. Accordingly, the Commission recommends that the post of Plumber under MIMHANS, Shillong be placed notionally in the existing pay scale of Rs.3100 – 5060/- and the revised pay scale of Rs.8300 – 14240/- will apply.
12.17.5. The Commission recommends the following scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director of Health Services.
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Additional Director of Health Services
10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
3. Director of Pasteur Institute
10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
4. Joint Director (Genl)/(MCH&FW)
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
5. Deputy Director Health Services (Genl) (HEB) (Pasteur Institute) (Malaria) (Aids Cell)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
6. Deputy Director Nursing
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
7. District Medical and Health Officer
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
8. Adviser in Opthalmology
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
9. State T.B. Officer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
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10. Surgeon Superintendent /Superintendent/Addl Superintendent of Civil Hospitals
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
11. Senior Specialist 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
12. State Leprosy Officer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
13. Executive Engineer (Health)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
14. Drugs Analyst. 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
15. Public Analyst 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
16. Administrative Officer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
17. Principal (Regional Health & Family Welfare Training Center)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
18. Additional District Medical & Health Officer.
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
19. Additional Civil Surgeon
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
20. Assistant Drugs Controller
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115 Incumbent who is drawing the existing scale of Rs. 3000-4800/- will draw the revised scale of Rs. 8750-13100/- as personal to him.
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020 Incumbent who is drawing the existing scale of Rs. 8750-13100/- will draw the revised scale of Rs. 23300-35050/- as personal to him.
21. Zonal Officer, Leprosy Control Programme
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
22. Sub-Divisional Medical and Health Officer /Senior Medical and Health Officer
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
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23. District T.B. Officer 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
24. Specialist in Medicines/ Obstretrics/and Gynea-cology / Anaesthemo-logy/ENT/ Pathalogy/ Paediatric/District Surgeon/Surgeon/ Obstretrician/Assistant Psychiatrist/ Radiolo- gist / General-cum-Plastic Surgeon/ Orthopaedic/Eye.
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
25. Medical Lecturer-cum-Demonstrator
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
26. Assistant Director 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
27. Senior Medical Officer (PPP)
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
28. District M.C.H. Officer (UIP)
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
29. Assistant Director Nursing
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
30. Physicist 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
31. Radiotherapist 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
32. Radiologist 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
33. Senior Inspector of Drugs
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
34. Medical and Health Officer/ Registrar /Casualty Officer/ Anaesthetist/Resident Medical Officer/ Pathologist
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (5 five advance incre -ments for Post Graduate Degree and 3 (three) advance increments for Post-Graduate Diploma Holders)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (5 five advance incre -ments for Post Graduate Degree and 3 (three) advance increments for Post-Graduate Diploma Holders)
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35. Epidemiologist 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
36. Biochemist 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
37. Dental Surgeon 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
38. Technical Officer (Goitre Cell)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
39. Communication Officer (H&FW)Training Centre/ Mass Education & Information
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
40. Veterinary Assistant Surgeon
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
41. Inspector of Drugs 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
42. Statistical Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
43. State Food Inspector 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
44. Assistant Analyst 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
45. Matron 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
46. Sub-Divisional officer (Health Engineering)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For B.E. Degree Holders and Promotee Diploma Holders.
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For B.E. Degree Holders and Promotee Diploma Holders.
47. Sub-Divisional Officer (Health Technical)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For B.E. Degree Holders and Promotee Diploma Holders.
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For B.E. Degree Holders and Promotee Diploma Holders.
48. Health Education Instructor
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For P.G. Degree Holders in Science appointed to the posts.
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For P.G. Degree Holders in Science appointed to the posts.
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49. Social Science Instructor
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For P.G. Degree Holders in Science appointed to the posts.
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For P.G. Degree Holders in Science appointed to the posts.
50. Health Education Extension Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For P.G. Degree Holders in Science appointed to the posts.
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For P.G. Degree Holders in Science appointed to the posts.
51. State Health Education Officer
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
52. Senior Scientific Officer
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
53. District Health Education Officer
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
54. Chemist 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
55. District Extension and Media Officer
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
56. Senior Homeopathic Physician
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
57. Assistant Research Officer
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
58. District Malaria Officer 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
59. Divisional Accounts Officer
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
60. Supervisor, Epidemiological Programme
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
61. Assistant Matron 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
62. Principal Nursing Tutor 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
63. Paediatric Nursing Supervisor
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
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64. District Food Inspector 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
65. Principal Nursing Officer (ANM Training School)
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
66. Subordinate Engineer Garde – I
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
67. Draughtsman I 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
68. Assistant Entomologist 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
69. Prosthetic-Cum-Orthotic Technician
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
70. Cold Chain Officer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
71. Officer-Cum-Hostel Superintendent(H&FW) Training Centre
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
72. Research Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
73. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
74. Nursing Sister 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
75. Public Health Nurse Tutor
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
76. Public Health Nurse Instructor
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
77. District Extension Educator/ Block Extension Educator
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
78. Technician Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
79. Psychiatric Nurse 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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80. Nursing Tutor 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
81. Sister 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
82. Assistant Bio-Chemist 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
83. Assistant Chemist 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
84. Scientific Officer (Vaccine Production)
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
85. Public Health Nurse Instructor
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
86. Superintendent 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
87. Senior Health Inspector 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
88. Inspection Officer (Store)
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
89. Foreman 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
90. Head Pharmacist 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
91. Upper Division Asstt-cum-Store Keeper (Regional H&FW Training Centre)
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
92. U.D. Assistant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
93. Accountant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
94. Junior Homeopathic Physician
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
95. Artist/Artist-Cum-Draftsman
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
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96. Occupational Therapist 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
97. Medeio Social Worker 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
98. Assistant Malaria Officer
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
99. Senior Computor /Computor
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
100. Vocational Counsellor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
101. Physiotherapist (Orthopaedic Department)
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
102. Junior Prosthetic (Orthotic)/Occupational Therapist (Psychiatric Clinics)
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
103. O.T. Nurse 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
104. Staff Nurse 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
105. Occupational Therapist (Psychiatric Clinic)
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
106 Subordinate Engineer Grade - II
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
107. Artist-Cum-Photographer
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
108 Laboratory Technician 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
109. Senior Microscopist 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
110. Para Medical Assistant 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
111. Cashier-Cum-Accountant
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
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112. Urban Leprosy Worker 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
113. Assistant Superintendent (Store)
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
114. Junior Laboratory Technician (Pasteur)
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
115. Store-Keeper-Cum-Clerk-Cum-Accountant (District Level)
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
116. Lady Health Visitor 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
117. Rehabilitation Assistant 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
118. Receptionist 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
119. Pharmacist 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165 To be classified as Gr-I
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
120. Social Science Worker 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
121. Scientific Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
122. Junior Accountant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
123. Compiler 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
124. Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (Female Health Worker)
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
125. Store Keeper (Headquarter)
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
126. Statistical Clerk 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
127. Computor/Computor (MCH & FW)
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
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128. House Keeper 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
129. X-Ray Technician/ ECG Technician/ Physiotherapist Technician
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 (For P.U. Science Passed)
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280 P.U. Science with training will draw the scale of 11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
130. Non-Medical Supervisor
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
131. Radiographer 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
132. Sanitary Inspector 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
133. Non-Medical Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
134. B.C.G.Team Leader 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
135. Health Visitor (TB) 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
136. Treatment Organiser 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
137. Social Service Worker 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
138. Technical Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
139. Statistical Investigator 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
140. Family Welfare Field Worker
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
141. L.D. Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
142. Projectionist/Projectionist-Cum-Mechanic
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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143. Mechanic 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
144. Library Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
145. Laboratory Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
146. Mechanic/Electrician/ Air Condition Mechanic /Electric Operator
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
147. Engineman 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
148. Clerk-Cum-Record Keeper
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
149. Optometrist/Opthalmic Assistant
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
150. Store Keeper (District Offices)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
151. Plumber 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
152. Mechanic 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
153. Sectional Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
154. Tracer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
155. Rural Health Inspector 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
156. B.C.G.Technician 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
157. Microcopist 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
158. Senior Malaria Inspector
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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159. Health Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
160. Store Clerk 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
161. Tailor 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
162. Dhai 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
163. Basic Health Inspector 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
164. Malaria Inspector 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
165. Surveillance Inspector 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
166. Leprosy Social Worker 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
167. Orthopaedic Shoe Maker
2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
168. Driver-Cum-Mechanic 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
169. Senior Media Maker 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
170. Assistant Engineman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
171. Junior Media Maker 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
172. Senior Laboratory Attendant/Junior-Laboratory Assistant /Decanter/Tester
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
173. Fitter 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
174. Carpenter 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
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175. Leprosy Injector/ Vaccinator/ Dresser
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
176. Dark Room Attendant/ Dark Room Assistant / X-Ray Attendant
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
177. Para Medical Worker 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
178. Water Pump Operator 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
179. Boiler Attendant. 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
180. Head Cook 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
181. Basic Health Worker/ Surveillance Worker
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
182. Theater Assistant /Bearer-Cum-Cook Handyman-Cum-Stretcher Bearer / O.T. Room Attendant / Hospital Helper /Orderly /Ward Boy/ Ward Girl/Male/Female Attendant/Porter/Medicine Carrier/Paniwalla/ Water Carrier/Masalchi /Mate Bearer/Van Cleaner/Ayah/ Reporter to RHI/Stretcher Bearer/Packer/Helper to Mechanic/Sealer/Lift Operator.
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
183. Laboratory Attendant/ Dhobi/Superior Field Workers
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
184. Insect Collector 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
185. All Other Grade – IV Posts not listed above.
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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HOME (CIVIL DEFENCE & HOME GUARDS)
12.18.1. Home Guards Organisation was established in the State on the orders of the Government of India with the prime objective to strengthen the will of the people to withstand the hardships and danger when the country faced the Chinese Aggression in October, 1962. The organization was subsequently merged with the Civil Defence Wing. Its present major role is to serve as an auxiliary force to the State Police and assist on tasks such as guard duty, traffic control, patrolling and maintaining internal security; help the community during times of emergency such as air raid, fire, flood, epidemics and in any other kind of natural calamity and promote communal harmony. Keeping the security scenario of the country in general and of the region in particular, the Commission is of the view that the personnel of this organization are to be better motivated, more rigorously trained and should be made more professional and result-oriented. This aspect has been kept in view while recommending revision.
12.18.2. The Director General of Civil Defence and Home Guards is the head of office at the Directorate level. The post is manned by an officer belonging to the IPS cadre. He is assisted by the Director of Civil Defence & Commandant General of Home Guards, the Joint Director & Joint Commandant, the Senior Staff Officer, the Divisional Commandant and a host of other personnel.
12.18.3. The Commission examined the pay structure and entitlements relating to the following categories of posts and recommends that:-
a) Posts carrying the pay scale of Rs.6100-10795/- with duties and responsibilities equivalent to that of the Meghalaya Police Service Junior Grade may be placed on the same scale, that is, Rs.6350 – 11130/- and the revised scale of pay of Rs.17000 – 30440/- will apply, provided same basic qualifications and equivalent training are prescribed for the posts;
b) Nb. Subedar/Platoon Commander, Quarter Master (SI/Nb. Subedar), Deputy Store
Officer (SI/Nb. Subedar), Junior Instructor(Senior Havildar) drawing the existing scale of pay of Rs. 4250 – 7170/- may be placed notionally in the higher pay scale of Rs.4500 – 7660/- and the revised scale of pay of Rs.12000 – 21200/- will apply;
c) Havilder, Draftsman, Pipe Band Naik, Demonstrator, Leading Fireman, drawing the
existing scale of Rs.3100 – 5060/- may be placed notionally in the higher pay scale of Rs.3450 – 5650/- and the revised pay scale of Rs.9200 – 15720/- will apply;
d) Naik/Lance Naik, Quarter Guards Naik, Pipe Band Lance Naik, Bandsman, Quarter
Guards Lance Naik, Quarter Guard (Home Guards) drawing the pay scale of Rs. 2900 – 4620/- may be placed notionally in the existing pay scale of Rs.3100 – 5060/- and the revised pay scale of Rs. 8300 – 14240/- will apply;
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e) Border Wing Home Guards, when engaged in active law and order duties, to be given Ration Allowance as admissible to Armed Branch;
f) Training Institution Allowance to be extended to the personnel concerned wherever
applicable. 12.18.4. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the various posts under the Department:
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
DIRECTORATE OF CIVIL DEFENCE & HOME GUARDS
1. Director General Civil Defence & Home Guards, Meghalaya
Borne on IPS cadre Borne on IPS cadre
2.
Director of Civil Defence & Commandant General of Home Guards, Meghalaya
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
3.
Joint Director Civil Defence & Joint Commandant General Home Guards, Meghalaya
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
4. Senior Staff Officer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
Divisional Commandant, (Shillong/Tura)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Junior Staff Officer 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 If the duties & respon-sibilities, basic qualifi-cation & training course are same as that of the MPS (Junior Grade) 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 (For others)
6. Office Superintendent (General)
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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7. Office Superintendent (Accounts)
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
MEGHALAYA SECRETARIAT GUARDS 8. Subedar 5500-160-6460-EB-
175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
9. Platoon Commander 4250-110-4910-EB-130-5870-130-7170
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
10. Platoon Havilder 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
11. Havilder Clerk 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
12. Naik 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
13. Lance Naik 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
14. Guardsman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
CENTRAL TRAINING INSTITUTE 15. Commandant 8750-275-10400-EB-
300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
16. Senior Medical Officer 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
17. Medical Officer 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
18. Chief Instructor 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 If the duties & respon-sibilities, basic qualifi-cation & training course are same as that of the MPS (Junior Grade) 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 (For others)
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19. Administrative Officer 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 If the duties & respon-sibilities, basic qualifi-cation & training course are same as that of the MPS (Junior Grade) 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 (For others)
20. Store Officer (Inspector/ Subedar)
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
21. Sr. Instructor (HG & CD) (Inspector/Subedar)
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
22. Quarter Master (SI/Nb. Subedar)
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
23. Deputy Store Officer (SI/Nb. Subedar)
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
24. Junior Instructor (Civil Defence and Home Guards) (Senior Havildar)
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
25. Compounder Dresser 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
26. Armourer Havildar 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
27. Draftsman 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
28. Pipe Band Havilder 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
29. Quarter Guards Havilder 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
30. Pipe Band Naik 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
31. Demonstrator (Civil Defence and Home Guards)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
32. Carpenter 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
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33. Storeman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
34. Bugler 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
35. Fatigue Partyman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
36. Quarter Guards Naik 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
37. Pipe Band L/Naik 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
38. Quarter Guards Lance Naik 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
39. Bandsman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
40. Quarter Guard Home Guard 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
41. Boot Maker 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
42. Barber 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
43. Tailor 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
44. Water Carrier 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
45. Dhobi 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
46. Sweeper 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
47. Chowkidar 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
48. Peon 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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FIRE FIGHTING CREW 49. Leading Fireman 3100-70-3520-EB-80-
4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
50. Mechanic 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
51. Fireman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
BORDER WING HOME GUARDS BATTALION 52. Battalion Commander 8750-275-10400-EB-
300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
53. Battalion 2nd in Command 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 If the duties & respon-sibilities, basic qualifi-cation & training course are same as that of the MPS (Junior Grade) 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 (For others)
54. Subedar (S.O. CY Commander)
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
55. Nb. Sabedar (Clerk)/ Platoon Commander
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
56. Havildar (Store/Clerk / Accountant/Mechanic/Arm/QM)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
57. Naik(Clerk/Arm/Mechanic) 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
58. Despatch Rider 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
59. Guardsman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
60. Driver 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
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61. Platoon Havildar 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
62. Naik 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
63. Lance Naik 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
64. Runner 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
65. Guardsman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
66. Cook 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
67. Water Carrier 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
68. Sweeper 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
69. Chowkidar 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
DISTRICT HOME GUARDS ORGANISATION 70. Commandant 6100-200-7300-EB-
225-8875-240-10795
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 If the duties & respon-sibilities, basic qualifi-cation & training course are same as that of the MPS (Junior Grade) 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 (For others)
71. Centre Commander 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
72.
Administrative Subedar 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
73. Quarter Master 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
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74. Platoon Commander 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
75. Havilder Instructor 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
76. Havilder Clerk 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
77. Storeman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
78. Naik 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
79. Lance Naik 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
80. Guardsman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
81. Driver 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
CIVIL DEFENCE 82. Deputy Controller 6100-200-7300-EB-
225-8875-240-10795 17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 If the duties & respon-sibilities, basic qualifi-cation & training course are same as that of the MPS (Junior Grade) 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 (For others)
83. Quarter Master/ Store Superintendent
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
84. Assistant Deputy Controller 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
85. Storeman 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
86. Wireless Operator 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
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HOME (POLICE) 12.19.1. The Directorate General of Police under this Department is responsible for the maintenance of law and order in the State by working in tandem with the civil administration as well as detection, prevention and investigation of crimes. With the State of Meghalaya having a porous border and the problem of insurgency movements in and around the North-Eastern States, checking of illegal infiltration, implementation of internal security measures and maintenance of strict vigil have become a vital function of the Department. 12.19.2. The First Meghalaya Police Battalion came into being in 1972 and since then the State Police has embarked upon a sustained course of planned expansion and development as a result of which there are now five Battalions in the State. 12.19.3. Meghalaya Police is headed by the Director General of Police, who is assisted by the Additional Directors General of Police, Inspectors General of Police, Deputy Inspectors General of Police, Assistant Inspectors General of Police, Superintendents of Police, Commandants and a host of ranked officers. 12.19.4. The Police Headquarters is headed by the DGP and assisted by Addl. DGP (CID), Addl. DGP (L&O), Addl. DGP (Tech. Services/R/PR), IGP (Trg), IGP (R/PR), IGP (TAP), Deputy Inspector General of Police (Admn.), Assistant Inspectors General of Police (Admn./Re-Organisation/Establishment). The Supply Branch, Accounts Branch, Engineering Branch, Confidential Branch, Force Branch, General Branch, Re-organisation Branch and Welfare Branch are under the direct control of Police Headquarters. The following are the major Units of Meghalaya Police:-
1) Criminal Investigation Department (CID) 2) District Executive Force for Districts 3) Special Branch (SB) 4) Anti-Corruption Branch 5) Infiltration Branch 6) Battalions 7) Technical Service Wing comprising of the Meghalaya Police Radio Organisation
(MPRO), Computer Cell and State Crime Bureau. 8) Police Training School (PTS) 9) Fire & Emergency Services (F&ES) 10) Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) 11) Police Traffic Wing 12) Police Ranges headed by the Deputy Inspector General of Police
12.19.5.(1). The Meghalaya Police Service submitted Memorandum to the Commission for review of their Cadre structure and bringing it at par with the Meghalaya Civil Service in regard to pay scales and provision of two more Grades, i.e., Junior Administrative Grade (Non-functional) and Senior Grade, over and above two existing grades. As provided in the Meghalaya Police Service Rules the Service has the following categories of posts under the two existing Grades and the
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Commission observes that there is certainly a case of almost no promotional avenue in the Service and the Officers have to remain in the Senior Grade for 15-20 years after which, they finally retire, unless appointed to the IPS by promotion, if eligible.
a) Senior Grade - Additional Superintendents of Police, and the (Senior Duty Posts) 2nd – in – Command of the Meghalaya Police Battalions.
(b) Junior Grade - Deputy Superintendents of Police, Sub- Divisional
(Junior Duty Posts) Police Officers, Asstt. Commandants of the Meghalaya Police Battalions.
12.19.5.(2).The Service Rules further revealed the following Cadre strength of the Meghalaya Police Service:-
I. Senior Duty Posts 15 II. Junior Duty Posts 63 Total 78
III. Deputation Reserve @ 20 percent of 1 & II above 15 IV. Training Reserve @ 10 percent of I & II above 7 V. Leave Reserve @ 11 percent of I & II above 9
Total 109 12.19.5.(3). The Commission noted that the placement of officers in the Senior Grade is not in consonance with the provisions of the Service Rules. While the posts indicated in the Service Rules are Additional Superintendent of Police and 2nd – in - Command of the Meghalaya Police Battalions, the Commission was informed that the Officers in the Senior Scale of the MPS are posted as Superintendent of Police of the Districts, Superintendent of Police (City), Assistant Inspector General of Police (Administration /Re-organisation / Establishment) etc. and some officers are also posted as Commandants of the Police Battalions. Of the Cadre strength in the Service, 15 posts are earmarked under the Deputation Reserve although there were no officers of the Service serving on deputation.
12.19.5.(4). The following juxtaposed position of the Grades provided in the two premiere Services of the State, that is, the Meghalaya Civil Service and the Meghalaya Police Service reflects the structural imbalance that exists in the latter Service:-
Meghalaya Civil Service Meghalaya Police Service
1. Head of Departments - Rs.11750-15625/- NIL 2. Senior Scale - Rs.10,000-14075/- Senior Scale – Rs.8750-13100/- (ADC/ADM level posts) (SP/Commandant level posts) 3. Junior Admv. Grade - Rs.7750-12115/- NIL Junior Scale - Rs.6350-11130/- Junior Scale – Rs.6350-11130/-
(DSP level posts).
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12.19.5.(5). The promotion facilities in the Meghalaya Civil Service from one grade/scale to another is as follows :-
(1). Junior Grade, i.e., E.A.C. level to Senior Grade, i.e., Additional Deputy
Commissioner level after 7 years of service from Rs.6350-11130/- to Rs.10000-14075/-, subject to availability of vacancies. If no vacancies are available in the Senior Scale, an Officer who has rendered 8 years service in the Junior scale is promoted to the Junior Administrative Grade.
(2) Senior Grade, i.e., Additional Deputy Commissioner/Deputy Secretary level to Head
of Department level after 15 years of service, i.e., from Rs.10000-14075/- to Rs.11750-15675/-
(3) Thereafter, on availability of vacancies in the promotion quota, MCS Officers are
appointed to the IAS by promotion. If an officer however becomes ineligible for appointment to the IAS on his attaining the age of 54 years, which is the eligibility criteria for appointment to the IAS by promotion, such officer retires as Head of Department.
12.19.5.(6). The Commission also noted that although the post of Superintendent of Police in a District is a cadre post of the IPS the present scenario in the State is that all the posts of Superintendent of Police in the Districts, except that in Jaintia Hills District, are held by MPS Officers. 12.19.5.(7). Having regard to the above, the Commission recommends the following:-
(1) Junior scale - Rs.6350 - 11130/- (entry point scale) and officers at this level may be
posted as Deputy Superintendent of Police, Sub-Divisional Police Officer and Assistant Commandants in Police Battalions.
(2) Junior Administrative Grade - Rs.7750 – 12115/- (Non-functional grade) in the Junior scale to be drawn after 8 years of service, if vacancies in the Senior scale are not available.
(3) Senior Scale – (Rs. 8750 – 13100/- Intermediary Scale). Promotion to this level may be made after 7 years of service in the Junior scale and officers may be posted as Additional Superintendent of Police and 2nd in Command of the Meghalaya Police Battalions and after 9 (Nine) years of service as Superintendent of Police, Commandant and AIGP.
(4) Selection Grade (Non-functional) - Rs.10750 – 14800/-. Promotion to this level may be made after 8 years of service in the Senior scale.
12.19.5.(8). The Commission also recommends the following revised Cadre structure of the State Police Service:-
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Pay Proposed Strength I. Senior Duty Posts (1) Rs.10750-14800/- 20
[consisting of 2 (two) scales] (Selection Grade) (2) Senior Scale
(Rs.10000 – 14075)
II. Junior Duty Posts (1) Junior Administrative 65 [consisting of 2 (two) scales] Grade (Non-functional) Rs.7750 – 12115/- (2) Rs. 6350 - 11130/- (Junior Scale – entry point) Total 85 III. Deputation Reserve @ 8.5% of 1 & II above 07 IV. Training Reserve @ 8.5% of I & II above 07 V. Leave Reserve @ 11 % of I & II above 09 Total 108 12.19.6. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the various posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
MEGHALAYA POLICE SERVICE (SENIOR)
1. Superintendent of Police Senior Scale of Pay of IPS/MPS
Senior Scale of Pay of IPS/MPS
2. Additional Superintendent of Police
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
26700-800-30700-900-37900
3. 2nd in Command M.L.P. Battalion
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
26700-800-30700-900-37900
II. MEGHALAYA POLICE SERVICE (JUNIOR)
4. Deputy Superintendent of Police
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
5. Sub-Divisional Police Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
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6. Assistant Commandant Police Battalion
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
7. Deputy S.P. of Police (Computer & SCRB)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
III. DISTRICT EXECUTIVE FORCE (GENERAL)
8. Inspector 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
9. Sub-Inspector 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740 With 2 (two) advance increments for Graduates directly recruited to the Posts.
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 With 2 (two) advance increments for Graduates directly recruited to the Posts.
10. Asstt. Sub-Inspector 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
11. Havildar (AB) 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
12. Head Constable (UB) 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
13. Constable (AB) & (UB) 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (For Matriculate) 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620 (For under matric)
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 (For Matriculate) 7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160 (For under matric)
IV. OFFICE OF THE DIG/I.G. OF POLICE (SB)/CID/ACB)
14. Head Asstt. 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
15. Supervisor Asstt/Acctt. Record Keeper
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
16. First Assistant 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
17. Index Assistant 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
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18. Asstt. Index Clerk 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
19. Accounts Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
V. FORENSIC SCIENCE LABORATORY
20. Director 10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
21. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
22. Sr. Scientific Officer 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
23. Scientific Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
24. Sr. Scientific Assistant 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
25. Scientific Assistant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
26. Laboratory Assistant 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
27. Electrician 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
28. Lab. Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
VI. VILLAGE DEFENCE ORGANISATION
29. Circle Organiser 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 (Matriculate) 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620 (Non-matriculate)
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (Matriculate) 7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160 (Non-matriculate)
30. Additional Circle Organiser
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (Matriculate) 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620 (Non-matriculate)
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 (Matriculate) 7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160 (Non-matriculate)
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MEGHALAYA POLICE RADIO ORGANISATION
31. Supdt. Of Police
(Communication) 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
26700-800-30700-900-37900
32. Addl. Superintendent of Police (Communication)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
26700-800-30700-900-37900
33. Deputy Superintendent of Police (Communication)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (For direct recruit, degree in Telecommunication Engineering or Electrical Engineering with telecommunication as one of the subjects or Master Degree in Physics or Applied Physics with Electronic Wireless as one of the subjects)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For direct recruit, degree in Telecommunication Engineering or Electrical Engineering with telecommunication as one of the subjects or Master Degree in Physics or Applied Physics with Electronic Wireless as one of the subjects)
34. Deputy Superintendent of Police (Cryptography)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (For direct recruit, degree in Telecommunication Engineering or Electrical Engineering with telecommunication as one of the subjects or Master Degree in Physics or Applied Physics with Electronic Wireless as one of the subjects)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For direct recruit, degree in Telecommunication Engineering or Electrical Engineering with telecommunication as one of the subjects or Master Degree in Physics or Applied Physics with Electronic Wireless as one of the subjects)
35. Inspector 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
36. Sub-Inspector (Operator) (RM/Fitter/Store)
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
37. Assistant Sub-Inspector (Operator/FM/Fitter)
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165 MPRO personnel passing Grade examination will get 1 (one) advance increment.
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000 MPRO personnel passing Grade examination will get 1 (one) advance increment.
38. Constable Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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39. Constable Driver
Despatch Rider /Messenger/ Const. Orderly/Handyman/ Carpentry Const.
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (Matriculate) 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620 (Non-Matriculate)
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 (Matriculate) 7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160 (Non-Matriculate)
STATE FIRE SERVICE ORGANISATION
40. Superintendent of Police (Fire Service)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
26700-800-30700-900-37900
41. Divisional Fire Service Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
42. Inspector 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
43. Station Officer (Rank : S.I. of Police)
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
44. Sub-Officer 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
45. Leading Fire-man (Rank : A.S.I)
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
46. Mechanic 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
47. Fireman (Rank: Constable)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (Matriculate) 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620 (Non-Matriculate)
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 (Matriculate) 7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160 (Non-matriculate)
48. Driver (Rank of Constable)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (Matriculate) 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620 (Non-Matriculate)
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 (Matriculate) 7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160 (Non-Matriculate)
49. Cook 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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50. Dhobi 2440-40-2680-EB-50-
3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
51. Barber 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
52. Sweeper 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
CONSTRUCTION CELL
53. Assistant Engineer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
54. Police Doctor 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (For MBBS Degree Holder)
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For MBBS Degree Holder)
55. Nurses 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
56. Record Keeper (D.G.P’s Office)
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
57. Journalist 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
58. Draftsman Grade-II 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
59. Dhai 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
60. Attendant (Computer Cell)
2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620 (Non-Matriculate)
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160 (Non-Matriculate)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (Matriculate)
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 (Matriculate)
POLICE TRAINING SCHOOL
61. Principal Borne on IPS Cadre
Borne on IPS Cadre
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62. Assistant Principal 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (M.P.S. Cadre)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (M.P.S. Cadre)
63. Chief Drill Instructor 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
64. Vice Chief Drill Instructor
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
65. Armourer/Naik/Lance Naik
2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
66. Cook/Barber/Dhobi 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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HOUSING
12.20.1. The main function of Housing Department is to implement the various housing schemes introduced by the Government of India. One of the objectives of this Department is to provide loans and other facilities to people belonging to low-income group and the Economically Weaker Section of the community so as to encourage them to construct their own dwelling houses. The Department presently provides loans and grants-in-aid to people under different loan schemes such as Rental Housing Scheme, Housing Scheme for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Land Acquisition and Development. The Directorate also prepare draft rules, bye-laws, etc. relating to these schemes, evolve suitable designs and specifications of different housing projects and execute them. 12.20.2. The Directorate is headed by a Director, borne on MCS cadre, who is assisted by the Deputy Director and Assistant Director. 12.20.3. The Commission recommends that there should be one scale of pay for Ferro Printer Machine Operators under the Government and a uniform revised pay scale of Rs. 6500 – 11100/- should apply to all such posts. However, the present incumbent Ferro Printer Machine Operator may be allowed to draw the revised scale of Rs. 7100 – 12180/- as personal to him. 12.20.4. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:- Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
HEAD QUARTERS
1. Director of Housing 11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Deputy Director of Housing
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
3. Assistant Director of Housing
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
4. Assistant Engineer (Project)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
5. Assistant Architect 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
6. Assistant Research Officer
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
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7. Housing Inspector 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
8. Junior Engineer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
9. Architectural Draftsman Grade – I
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
10. Surveyor Grade – I 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
11. Surveyor Grade – II 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
12. Investigator 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
13. Tracer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
14. Section Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
15. Ferro Printer Operator 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
The present incumbent will draw the scale of 7100-12180 as personal to him
16. Khalasi 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
DISTRICT OFFICES
17. District Housing Officer 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
18. Inspector of Housing 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
19. Surveyor Grade – I 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
20. Junior Engineer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
21. Research Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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22. Sub-Engineer Grade – II 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
23. Surveyor Grade – II 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
24. Section Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
25. Tracer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
26. Khalasi 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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INDUSTRIES 12.21.1. The Industries Department is engaged in the promotion and growth of Industries in the State and formulation of programmes and schemes for rapid industrialization of the State. With the new Industrial Policy announced by the Government of India for North East Region, the quantum of work in the Department has gone up manifold. The new policy envisages the growth in power sector, IT sector, Vocational Training Institute, Health Sector (Nursing Home), Tourism Sector etc. which come under the ambit of Industrial Policy. 12.21.2. At the Directorate level, the Department is headed by a Director and assisted by one Joint Director, three Deputy Directors, one Administrative Officer, two Assistant Directors of Cottage Industries and other supporting staff.
12.21.3. At the District level, the District Industries Centre is headed by the General Manager supported by four Functional Managers and Assistant Director of Cottage Industries/Project Manager. The DIC looks after the needs of the industries, generates first generation entrepreneurs in the district as a whole, provides all inputs and acts as a promotional organization as well as implementing agency. 12.21.4. The Meghalaya Industries Department in its submission to the Fourth Meghalaya Pay Commission requested for review of their Cadre with regard to the pay structure. The existing Cadre strength of the Meghalaya Industries Department as per Office Memorandum is as indicated below:-
Sl. No.
Name of posts Scale of pay Total no. of posts
1 2 3 4 1.
Director of Industries
Rs.11750-15625/-
1
2. Additional Director of Industries Rs.10750-14800/- 1
3. Joint Director of Industries Rs.10000-14075/- 2
4. i) Deputy Director
ii) General Manager
Rs. 8750-13100/-
-do-
3
7
5. i) Functional Manager
ii) Project Manager
iii) Manager, Industrial Estate
A.D.C.I.
Rs. 7750-12115/-
-do-
-do-
-do-
29
14
1
5
6. Assistant Engineer (Civil)
(B.E. Graduates)
Rs. 6350-11130/- 1
Total 64
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12.21.5. The Commission was informed that the Service Rules are in a draft stage. The Commission has studied the draft rules and recommends the following cadre structure:- Sl. No.
Name of posts Scale of pay Total numbers of posts
1 2 3 4 1.
Director of Industries
Rs.11750-15525/-
1
2. Joint Director of Industries Rs.10000-14075/- 2 3. i) Deputy Director
ii) General Manager Rs. 8750-13100/-
-do-
3 7
4. i) Functional Manager ii) Project Manager iii) Manager Industrial Estate iv) A.D.C.I.
Rs. 7750-12115/- -do- -do- -do-
29 14 1 5
5. Assistant Engineer (Civil) Rs. 6350-11130/- 1 Total 63
Deputation Reserve @ 05% - 03 Leave Reserve @ 10 % - 06 Training Reserve @ 05% - 03
Total strength - 75
12.21.6. Submission was made to the Commission that out of the 7 District Industries Centre, the Offices of the General Manager, Jaintia Hills (Jowai), West Khasi Hills (Nongstoin) and East Garo Hills (Williamnagar) have no sanctioned posts of Head Assistants. It was therefore, requested that the existing posts of Upper Division Assistant-cum-Accountant in the above offices be considered for upgradation as Head Assistants. The Commission, accordingly, recommends that the three posts of Upper Division Assistant-cum-Accountant in the above Offices be upgraded as Head Assistants and the revised scale of pay of Rs. 12000 – 21200/- will apply. 12.21.7. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Joint Director 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
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3. Deputy Director (Technical)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
4. Deputy Director (Marketing)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Deputy Director (Planning)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
6. General Manager D.I.C.
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
7. Asstt. Director of Industries/ Functional Manager/Project Manager/Manager (C.F.S.W.) Common Facility Services Workshop
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
8. Assistant Industries Officer (Technical)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (For B.E. Graduate) 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795 (For Non B.E. Graduate)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For B.E. Graduate) 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 (For Non B.E. Graduate)
9. Industrial Promotion Officer, D.I.C.
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (For B.E. Graduate) 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795 (For Non B.E. Graduate)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For B.E. Graduate) 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 (For Non B.E. Graduate)
10. Assistant Engineer (Civil)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (For B.E. Degree Holders and Promotee Diploma Holders)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For B.E. Degree Holders and Promotee Diploma Holders)
11. Superintendent of Industries (Non-Technical)
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
12. Assistant Manager, Common Facility Services Workshop
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
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13. Inspector of Statistics 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
14. Subordinate Engineer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
15. Extension Officer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
16. Sub-Inspector of Statistics
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
17. Economic Investigator 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
18. Draftsman Grade – II 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
19. Accountant (D.I.C) 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
20. Cinema Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
21. Section Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
22. Tracer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
MACHINE KNITTING SCHEME (SAW MILL-CUM-MECHANISED CARPENTRY WORKSHOP)
23. Instructor 4250-110-4010-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
24. Machinist 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
25. Assistant Instructor 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
26. Electrician 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
27. Demonstrator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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EMPLOYMENT PROMOTION PROGRAMME (KNITTING TRAINING-CUM-EMPLOYMENT CENTRE)
28. Instructor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
29. Demonstrator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
PRODUCTION CENTRE (CARPENTRY, BLACKSMITHY AND LEATHER)
30. Instructor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
31. Machinist 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
32. Assistant Instructor 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
33. Electrician 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
FURNITURE MAKING INSTITUTE
34. Instructor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
35. Assistant Instructor 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
TRAINING-CUM-PRODUCTION CENTRE
36. Instructor 4250-110-4010-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
37. Machinist 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
PAPER MAKING INSTITUTE
38. Instructor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
39. Assistant Instructor 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
BEE KEEPING INSTITUTE
40. Inspector 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
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41. Instructor 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
42. Demonstrator 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
RAW MATERIAL DEPOT
43. Manager 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
44. Salesman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
COMMON FACILITY SERVICE WORKSHOP
45 Electrician 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
46. Turner 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
47. Welder 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
48. Motor Mechanic 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 (Certificate Holder) 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (Certificate Holder) 8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
TAILORING KNITTING & EMBROIDERY TRAINING CENTRE
49. Instructor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
50. Demonstrator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
MULTIPURPOSE SERVICE WORKSHOP
51. Instructor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
52. Machinist 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
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53. Project Foreman 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
54. Mechanical Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
55. Electrician 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
56. Workshop Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
TRAINING INSTITUTE (CANE AND BAMBOO SECTION)
57. Manager 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
TRAINING INSTITUTE (LEATHER, BLACKSMITHY & CARPENTRY)
58. Supervisor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
59. Instructor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
60. Foreman 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
61. Manager 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
62. Machinist 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
63. Assistant Manager 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
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INFORMATION AND PUBLIC RELATIONS
12.22.1. The main function of Information and Public Relations Department is to make information easily accessible to the public, particularly at the grassroots level. It plays a significant role in projecting, promoting and publicising information on various schemes, projects and developmental activities undertaken by the State Government. It serves as a link between the Government, the Press and the Public. In an effort to enable citizens to be aware of the programmes and policies of the Government, the Department maintains a close liaison with the media and also issues press releases regularly, besides bringing out the Departmental Publications such as Monographs, Calendars, Diaries, Basic Facts, etc. It is also the Nodal Department for the implementation of the Right to Information Act, 2005.
12.22.2. At the Directorate level, the Director is the Head of Department assisted by the Deputy Director, Assistant Director and Public Relations Officers.
12.22.3. At the District level, the Head of Office is the District Public Relations Officer and at the Sub-Division level the Head of Office is Sub – Divisional Public Relations Officer.
12.22.4. The following revised scales of pay are recommended for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director of Information and Public Relations
11750-375-13625-400-15625 (IAS/MCS Officer to draw his own grade pay)
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800 (IAS/MCS Officer to draw his own grade pay)
2. Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
3. Assistant Director of Information and Public Relations
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
4. Public Relations Officer (Headquarters)
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
5. District Public Relations Officer
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
6. Producer 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
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7. Technical Supervisor 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
8. Assistant Public Relations Officer
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
9. Sub-divisional Public Relations Officer
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
10. Exhibition Officer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
11. Cameraman 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
12. Journalist 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
13. Librarian 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
14. Translator 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
15. Provincial Wireless Electrician
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
16. Assistant Editor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
17. Artist 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
18. Carpenter 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
19. Arts Adviser 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
20. Modeller 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
21. Technical Assistant 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
22. Regional Wireless Electrician
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
23. Photographer 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
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24. Store Keeper 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
23. Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
24. Lineman 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
25. Lighting Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
26. Driver Pool Vehicle 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
27. Dark Room Assistant 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
28. Dispatch Rider 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
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LABOUR
12.23.1. Labour Department is mainly concerned with the administration, implementation and enforcement of various Labour Laws such as the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, the Contract Labour (R&A) Act, 1970, the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, the Payment of Wages Act, 1936, the Trade Union Act, 1926, the Workmen’s Compensation Act, 1923, the Factories Act, 1948, etc. The Department has four Directorates under its administrative control, namely, the Commissioner of Labour, Inspectorate of Boilers and Factories, the Directorate of Employment & Craftsmen Training and the Commandant, Meghalaya Civil Task Force. LABOUR DIRECTORATE 12.23.2. This Directorate is headed by the Commissioner of Labour, borne on the IAS/MCS cadre, who is assisted by the Joint Labour Commissioner, the Deputy Labour Commissioner and the Labour Inspector (Headquarters). At the District level there are seven District Labour Offices under the charge of the Labour Inspectors. The main objective of the Directorate is to ensure the implementation and enforcement of the Labour Acts & Rules in the State. INSPECTORATE OF BOILERS & FACTORIES 12.23.3. The Inspectorate is headed by the Chief Inspector of Boilers and Factories, borne on the IAS/MCS cadre, who is assisted by the Senior Inspector of Boilers and Factories and the Inspector of Boilers and Factories. Its main function is to implement the various Factories Acts and Rules framed there-under concerning the health, safety and welfare of workers in factories and boilers premises. DIRECTORATE OF EMPLOYMENT & CRAFTSMEN TRAINING 12.23.4. The Directorate of Employment & Craftsmen Training is headed by the Director, borne on the IAS/MCS cadre. He is assisted by the Joint Director, Deputy Director, Assistant Director, Employment Officer and Assistant Employment Officer. The main functions of the Directorate is to register job seekers and provide general, vocational and occupational training. It consists of two wings, namely, the Employment Wing and the Training Wing. A. EMPLOYMENT WING 12.23.5. The initial purpose of this wing was to resettle the disbanded soldiers of the 2nd World War by setting up Employment Exchanges. Employment Services were further extended to the civilians at a later stage. It is responsible for the administration, control and supervision of the Employment Exchanges in the State. It ensures implementation of uniform policies, procedures and standards as well as different programmes of the National Employment Service through the
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Employment Exchanges in the State, with the enforcement of the statutory Act called the Employment Exchange (Compulsory Notification of Vacancies) Act passed by Parliament in 1959.
B. TRAINING WING 12.23.6. The Training Wing is mainly responsible for implementing the Craftsmen Training (Vocational Training) Scheme and Apprenticeship Training Scheme at the Certificate level under the aegis of the Directorate General of Employment and Training, Ministry of Labour, Government of India. There are also Industrial Training Institutes under the Directorate located at various District Headquarters which impart training in various trades/disciplines under the charge of the Principal and/or Vice-Principals.
2. THE MEGHALAYA CIVIL TASK FORCE 12.23.7. The Meghalaya Civil Task Force is headed by the Commandant, borne on the MCS cadre, who is assisted by the Deputy Commandant/Assistant Commandants. The organization is responsible for the implementation of the Meghalaya Civil Task Force Act, 1974 with the aim of raising and maintaining a well-organized and disciplined force for better and regular supply of labour, both skilled and unskilled, in the State. Its most important aspect is to infuse the dignity of labour in the workers residing in the State, especially those from the rural areas.
12.23.8. The Force has no plan scheme of its own and functions only as a Government agency to execute developmental works of the Government as and when allotted by the Development Departments concerned. Besides, the Force performs social services whenever required by the State Government.
12.23.9. Labour Department also administers the State Employee’s Insurance Scheme which was started in the State on 28th September, 1980 as a means of providing social security to the labour force. Under the scheme, medical care and cash benefits are made available to the workers in the contingencies of sickness, maternity, employment-related injury and death. The scheme is sponsored by the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation which is a statutory body based at New Delhi under the control of the Director General. The Officer in charge of the organization is the Administrative Medical Officer on deputation from the Health & Family Welfare Department.
12.23.10. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl.No.
Name of Service or Post Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
I – COMMISSIONERATE OF LABOUR
1.
Labour Commissioner
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
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2. Joint Labour Commissioner 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
3. Deputy Labour Commissioner
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
4. Labour Inspector 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
5. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
6. Labour Welfare Organiser 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
7. Computor Clerk 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
8. Instructor, Labour Welfare Centre
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
II – INSPECTORATE OF BOILERS AND FACTORIES
9. Chief Inspector of Boilers and Factories
Borne on IAS Cadre Borne on IAS Cadre
10. Senior Inspector of Boiler and Factories
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
11. Inspector of Boilers and Factories
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
12. Inspector of Statistics 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
13. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
III – EMPLOYEES STATE INSURANCE
14. Administrative Medical Officer
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
15. Insurance Medical Officer 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795 (MBBS will get the scale of Rs.6350-11130)
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For MBBS)
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16. Pharmacist 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
17. Health Educator 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
18. Midwife-Cum-Nurse 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
19. Laboratory Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
IV – EMPLOYMENT AND CRAFTSMAN TRAINING
20. Director Borne on MCS Cadre
Borne on MCS Cadre
21. Joint Director 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
22. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
23. Assistant Director (H.Q) 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
24. Assistant Director, Divisional Employment Exchange
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
25. Inspector of Training 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
26. Employment Officer (Vocational Guidance)
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
27. Employment Officer, Divisional Employment Exchange
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
28. Employment Officer, Coaching-Cum-Guidance Centre for Scheduled Tribe/Scheduled Caste
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
29. Assistant Employment Officer/Vocational Guidance/EMI/Divisional Employment Exchange (V.G) Divisional Employment Exchange/
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
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(EMI) Divisional Employment Exchange/ (Genl) Divisional Employment Exchange/ (SEP) District Employment Exchange
30.
Statistical Assistant
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
31. Junior Employment Officer 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
32. Surveyor 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
33. Stenography Instructor 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
34. Junior Apprenticeship Adviser-Cum-Surveyor
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
35. Technical Assistant 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
36. Computor Clerk 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
37. Cinema Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
V – INDUSTRIAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
38. Principal 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600 For Degree/Diploma in Engineering and with 8 years experience as such.
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130 For Degree/Diploma in Engineering and with 8 years experience as such.
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For Diploma Holders in Engineering with less than 8 years experience.
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For Diploma Holders in Engineering with less than 8 years experience.
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39.
Vice-Principal 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For Degree/Diploma in Engineering with 8 years experience as such. 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180 For Diploma Holders in Engineering with less than 8 years experience.
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For Degree/Diploma in Engineering with 8 years experience as such. 14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 For Diploma Holders in Engineering with less than 8 years experience.
40. Stenography Instructor Grade- I
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
41. Mill Wright, Foreman, Supervisor, Language Instructor, Mathematics Instructor, Social Study Instructor
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
42. Senior Instructor 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740 (For Diploma Holders or Certificate Holders with more than 10 years satisfactory service)
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 (For Diploma Holders or Certificate Holders with more than 10 years satisfactory service)
43. Stenography Instructor Grade-II
4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
44. Junior Instructor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 (For Certificate Holders)
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 (For Certificate Holders)
45. Drawing Instructor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
46. Hostel Superintendent-Cum-Physical Instructor
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
47. Pharmacist (Compounder) 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
48. Store Keeper 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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49. Typing Instructor/Cinema Operator
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
50. Workshop Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
51. Water Carrier 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
VI – MEGHALAYA CIVIL TASK FORCE
52. Commandant, Meghalaya Civil Task Force, Shillong
Borne on MCS Borne on MCS
53. Overseer Grade - I 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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LAW AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS 12.24.1. Law Department plays the key role of a department that deals with all legal matters of the State such as drafting of Government legislations, Bills and Ordinances, review of Acts, Codes and Regulations and in rendering legal advice to the Government. Apart from this, it acts as an administrative department of judicial courts as well as the offices of the Advocate General, the Senior Government Advocate, Government Pleaders and Public Prosecutors, etc. The Department is headed by the Secretary to the Government, who is also the Legal Remembrancer to the Government. In addition, he also functions as Secretary of the Parliamentary Affairs Department. The Secretary is assisted by the Joint Secretary and Additional Legal Remembrancer, the Deputy Secretary and Joint Legal Remembrancer, the Under Secretary and Deputy Legal Remembrancer and Law Officers, all drawn from the Meghalaya Legal Service cadre. 12.24.2. The First National Judicial Commission was originally set up in 1996 by the Central Government in pursuance of the direction of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in regard to the service conditions of the Judicial Officers throughout the country. And on the recommendations of the Justice Shetty Commission, the Government of Meghalaya promulgated the Meghalaya Judicial Services (Revision of Pay) Rules, 2005, prescribing the revised scales of pay in respect of the Judicial Officers, namely, the District and Session Judge, the Additional District and Session Judge, the Assistant District and Session Judge, the Chief Judicial Magistrate, the Munsiff and the Judicial Magistrates. The revised scales of pay came into force with effect from 1st July, 1996. In view thereof, the aforesaid categories of Judicial Officers do not come within the purview of this Commission. 12.24.3. Later, on a direction of the Hon’ble Supreme Court, the Justice Shetty Commission took up the issues relating to the conditions of service including the scales of pay of the subordinate court staff as well. The case of the subordinate court staff would come up after the orders on Justice Shetty’s Commission recommendations.
12.24.4. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
I – LAW DEPARTMENT
1. Legal Remembrancer & Secretary Law
13200-475-17000 (Non Standard Scale)
35300-1100-40800-1300-46000
2. Additional Secretary 11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
3. Addl Legal Remembran- cer and Joint Secretary
10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
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4. Joint Legal Remembrancer & Deputy Secretary
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
5. Deputy Legal Remembrancer & Under Secretary
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
6. Law Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (Should be a Law Graduate)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (Should be a Law Graduate)
7. Translator 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 (For Graduate)
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 (For Graduate)
LEGAL REMEMBRANCERS’ ESTABLISHMENT
8. Librarian 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740 Two advance increments for Graduate with Degree/Diploma in Library Science/Management.
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 Two advance increments for Graduate with Degree/ Diploma in Library Science/Management.
9. Library Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
10. Library Attendant 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
ADVOCATE GENERAL’S OFFICE
11.
Librarian 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740 Two advance increments for Graduate with Degree/Diploma in Library Science/ Management.
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 Two advance incre-ments for Graduate with Degree/ Diploma in Library Science/ Management.
OTHERS
12. Civil Sheristadar 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
13. Bench Assistant (U.D.A) 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
14. Record Keeper (U.D.A.) 3975-100-4575-EB-110- 11300-310-13160-EB-
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5455-120-6655
340-15880-400-19880
15. Nazir (U.D.A) 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
16. Judicial Peshkar (U.D.A) 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
17. Fine Clerk (U.D.A) 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
18. Bench Assistant (L.D.A) 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
19. Process Server. 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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MINING AND GEOLOGY
12.25.1. The main function of the Department of Mining and Geology is investigation/exploration and administration of mining activities; collection of revenue on mineral produce and preparation of feasibility and project reports etc. for determining the possibility of setting up of relevant industries in the State. It also undertakes Ground Water Investigation and Geo-technical studies. 12.25.2. The Director is the Head of Department at the Directorate level and assisted by a Joint Director, Chief Chemist, Mining Engineer, Deputy Director, Senior Geologist and other Field Officers. 12.25.3. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-.
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Joint Director 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
3. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
4. Mining Engineer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Senior Geologist 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
6. Chief Chemist 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
7. Senior Drilling Engineer
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
8. Administrative Officer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
9. Senior Chemist 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
10. Geologist 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
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11. Petrologist 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
12. Photogeologist 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
13. Divisional Mining Officer
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
14. Drilling Engineer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 The minimum qualification for appointment to the post should be Graduate in Mechanical.
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 The minimum qualification for appointment to the post should be Graduate in Mechanical.
15. Mining Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
16. Assistant Geologist 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
17. Chemist 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
18. Assistant Geophysicist 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
19. Librarian-Cum-Curator 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
20. Senior Surveyor 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
21. Driller 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
22. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
23. Mine Surveyor-Cum-Mine Supervisor
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
24. Assistant Chemist 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740 For P.U. Science Passed
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 For P.U. Science Passed
25. Mines Royalty Inspector
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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26. Surveyor 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
27. Assistant Driller 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
28. Assistant Chemist 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 (For HSLC Passed)
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 (For HSLC Passed)
29. Assistant Mines Royalty Inspector
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
30. Accountant 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
31. Laboratory Technician 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
32. Draughtsman 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
33. Laboratory Assistant 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165 (For P.U.Sc.Passed) (In future only P.U. Science should be recruited to the post).
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (For Matriculate/ HSLC)
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000 (For P.U.Sc.Passed) (In future only P.U. Science should be recruited to the post). 8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 (For Matriculate/ HSLC/SSLC)
34. Store Keeper 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
35. Mechanic Second Grade
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
36. Tracer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
37. Tractor Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
38. Welder 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
39. Rigman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
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40. Pump Attendant 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
41. Pump Operator 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
42. Section Cutter 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
43. Chainman 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
44. Laboratory Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
45. Laboratory Grinder 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
46. Checkgate Guard 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
47. Ferro Printer 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
48. Helper 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
49. Store Khalasi 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
50. Handyman 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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PERSONNEL AND ADMINISTRATIVE REFORMS 12.26.1. Personnel & Administrative Reforms Department is primarily concerned with the management of the State Civil Services. Its functions and objectives are to ensure that the rules and principles relating to service matters are strictly adhered to; to introduce reforms to increase administrative efficiency; to advise Government Departments in all personnel administration matters, framing of service rules and general principles of service; policy matters relating to procedure in direct recruitment, etc.; to act as nodal Department on matters relating to training of officers in India and abroad and any other matter that may be referred to it by other Departments. 12.26.2. The Department administers the Meghalaya Civil Service, the Meghalaya Secretariat Service and the Stenographer Grade-I Service (including Senior Grade) and is also the cadre controlling authority in respect of the Indian Administrative Service Officers. Besides, it is the administrative authority of some important recruitment and training organizations/agencies of the State Government, namely, the Meghalaya Public Service Commission, the District Selection Committee, the Meghalaya Administrative Training Institute and the All India Services Pre-Examination Training Centre. In view of its importance, the Department is headed by the Chief Secretary.
MEGHALAYA CIVIL SERVICE
12.26.3. The Meghalaya Civil Service, which is the premier service of the State, was constituted with effect from 5th August, 1975 when the Meghalaya Civil Service Rules, 1975 were promulgated. It plays a vital role in the administrative machinery of the State. The Service has two grades, that is, the Junior Administrative Grade and the Senior Administrative Grade. 12.26.4. The Meghalaya Civil Service Association has expressed unhappiness with Government’s recent review of their Cadre strength which they feel is against the interest of the Service. The Association, therefore, demanded reorganization of the existing cadre strength of its Service as follows:-
Existing Strength Strength proposed
by the Association A) Heads of Deptt. 20 30 posts
(Director level posts) B) Senior Duty posts 30 30 posts (Dy. Secretary/ADC level posts) C) Junior Duty Posts 105 105 posts (EAC level posts) Total (A + B + C) 155 165 posts
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Deputation Reserve 14 posts - @ 9% of … 8 posts @ 5% of A, B & C A,B & C
Leave & Training 9 posts - @ 6% of … 5 posts @ 3% of A, B & C Reserve A, B & C above above
Total strength 178 178 posts 12.26.5. The Commission has carefully examined the matter and observes that the 54 posts of Heads of Department under the State Government are being utilized as follows:-
A) Posts of HOD held by IAS Officers - 8 Nos. B) Posts of HOD held by IPS Officers - 3 Nos. C) Posts of HOD held by IFS Officers - 1 No. D) Posts of HOD held by MCS Officers - 24 Nos. E) Posts of HOD held by Departmental Officers - 18 Nos.
Present posts of HOD held by MCS Officers are as follows:- A) Total No. of MCS Officers in the HOD level - 24 Nos. B) Total No,. of Officers holding Ex-Cadre post - 04 Nos. C) No. of Officers on deputation posts - 02 Nos. D) No of Officers holding Cadre post of HOD - 18 Nos.
12.26.6. The Commission recommends that status quo may be maintained. 12.26.7. Submissions were also made for creation of one post of Commissioner & Secretary, one post of Secretary and two posts of Deputy Commissioners to be manned by members of the State Civil Service and to place those who have completed 3 years of service as Head of Department in the rank and pay scale of the post of Additional Secretary/Secretary. The Association has indicated that in the Assam Civil Service Rules, the Government of Assam has earmarked the following posts for ACS Officers who have completed 54 years of age and not eligible for appointment to the IAS by promotion and that the posts are filled up by ACS Officers at the Head of Department level:-
A) Commissioner & Secretary - 2 posts. B) Secretary - 3 posts. C) Additional Secretary - 5 posts.
12.26.8. The matter has been thoroughly examined and the Commission does not find reasonable grounds to restructure the existing cadre-status of the Service.
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MEGHALAYA SECRETARIAT SERVICE
12.26. 9. The Meghalaya Secretariat Service was constituted with effect from 8th January, 1973. Members of the Cadre are responsible for the supervision and management of the ministerial functions and works of certain higher supervisory levels in the Secretariat. The cadre is composed of the Joint Secretary, Deputy Secretary, Under Secretary and Superintendent, appointed by promotion from amongst the members of the Meghalaya Secretariat Subordinate Service. The number of posts in the cadre and their scales of pay are as indicated below:- Sl. No. Name of posts Scale of pay No. of posts
1. Superintendent Rs. 5900 – 10440/- 69 2. Under Secretary Rs. 8750 – 13100/- 42 3. Deputy Secretary Rs.10000 – 14075/- 11 4. Joint Secretary Rs.10750 – 14800/- 02
Total 124 12.26.10. (1). The Meghalaya Secretariat Service Association made submissions for enhancement in the pay scales of the above posts and strengthening of the cadre structure of the Service by provision of higher posts of Additional Secretary and Secretary in view of the important role it plays in the administrative set up of the State Government at the Secretariat level. 12.26.10. (2). The Commission has examined the submissions in great detail with reference to the existing pattern of the pay scales applicable to the above posts, the nature of duties and responsibilities attached to the posts, service conditions, and the observations made at paragraph 12.2.6., as well as the recommendations made at paragraph 12.35.7. of the Report and recommends that, while status quo may be maintained on other aspects, the post of Superintendent may be placed notionally in the existing pay scale of Rs. 6850 – 11600/- and allowed the revised pay scale of Rs.18300 – 31130/-. The Commission also recommends overall cadre structure of the Service as given below:-
Sl. No.
Name of posts Existing Scale of pay Recommended revised scale of pay
No. of posts
(1) Superintendent Rs. 6850 – 11600 /-
(notionally) Rs.18300 – 31130/- 69
(2) Under Secretary Rs. 8750 – 13100/- Rs.23300 – 35050/- 42
(3) Deputy Secretary Rs. 10000 – 14075/- Rs.26700 – 37900/- 11
(4) Joint Secretary Rs. 10750 – 14800/- Rs.28700 – 40100/- 02
Total 124
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Deputation Reserve @ 5% 06
Leave Reserve @ 10% 12 Training Reserve @ 5% 06 Grand Total 148
STENOGRAPHERS SERVICE
12.26.11. The Service is composed of two grades, the Selection Grade and the Stenographer Grade I. Their services are utilised as Private Secretaries to the Chief Minister and other Ministers, Chief Secretary and other senior level Secretariat Officers and for the purpose of reporting/recording proceedings of conferences/committees including sessions of the State Legislature.
GOVERNOR’S SECRETARIAT (RAJ BHAVAN) 12.26.12. Governor’s House (Raj Bhavan) has a unique status. It consists of two entities, namely, the Governor’s Secretariat Establishment and the Governor’s Household Establishment, both under the charge of the Commissioner & Secretary to the Governor, who is borne on the I.A.S. cadre. The Commissioner and Secretary is assisted by the Deputy Secretary, the Under Secretary, the Assistant Private Secretary to the Governor, the Superintendent and some ministerial staff. The status assigned to the officers and staff of the Governor Secretariat and the pay scale admissible to them are generally like those of their counterparts in the Meghalaya Civil Secretariat. There are, however, a number of posts which are of distinctive character like the Comptroller of Household, Hindi Stenographer Grade III, Chabdar Chaprasi, Silver Cleaner, Camp Tindal, Khitmatgar, etc. which do not exist in the Civil Secretariat although their scales of pay are drawn from the Standard Scales of pay of the State Government.
12.26.13 The Aide-de-Camp to the Governor is appointed on deputation from the Ministry of Defence and drawn from amongst officers of the rank of Captain or equivalent in the Armed Forces. His pay is regulated in the army scale of pay according to his rank. There is also the Aide-de-Camp to the Governor, drawn from the Meghalaya Police Service from amongst officers of the rank of Additional Superintendent of Police or Deputy Superintendent of Police.
12.26.14. The Secretariat has no Service Rules governing the terms and conditions of service of the officers and staff under it. In the absence of Service Rules, the general principles of appointment laid down by the State Government are being followed in the recruitment of personnel in the Governor Secretariat. 12.26.15. The Commission recommends that the post of Comptroller of Household be placed notionally in the existing pay scale of Rs.6350 – 11130/- and allowed the corresponding revised scale of Rs.17000 – 30440/-. The Commission also recommends that the posts of Cook Grade I and Cook Grade II be placed notionally in the existing pay scales of Rs.2900 – 4620/- and Rs.2650 –
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4130/- and be allowed the corresponding revised pay scales of 7700 – 13160/- and Rs.7100 – 12180/- respectively.
MEGHALAYA ADMINISTRATIVE TRAINING INSTITUTE
12.26.16. The Training Institute was established in 1990 with the express purpose of giving in-service training to various categories of State Government employees, both of the officers and clerical level, so as to improve their attitude and skill and raise the standard of administration in all areas such as Organisation and Method, procedures, financial administration, etc. The Institute is headed by the Director, borne on the IAS cadre, who is assisted by the Officer on Special Duty and the Deputy Director.
SERVICE RULES CELL 12.26.17. The Service Rules Cell was set up in January 1981 to deal exclusively with matter of rendering views and advice to the Administrative Departments in framing of Service Rules and their finalization.
12.26.18. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the various posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
MEGHALAYA CIVIL SERVICE
1. Senior Grade 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075 11750-375-13625-400-15625 (allowed to opt as Head of Department)
26700-800-30700-900-37900 31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Junior Administrative Grade (Non functional)
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
3. Junior Grade 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
MEGHALAYA SECRETARIAT SERVICE
4. Joint Secretary 10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100 .
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5. Deputy Secretary 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
6. Under Secretary 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
7. Superintendent 5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
STENOGRAPHER
8. Senior Grade 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
9. Steno Grade – I 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
COMMISSIONER OF DIVISION’S OFFICE
10. Commissioner of Division
Borne on IAS Cadre
Borne on IAS Cadre
11. Special Assistant 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115 (Borne on M.C.S. Cadre Junior Admv. Grade)
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020 (Borne on M.C.S. Cadre Junior Admv. Grade)
MEGHALAYA ADMINISTRATIVE TRAINING INSTITUTE
12. Director Borne on IAS Cadre
Borne on IAS Cadre
13. Officer on Special Duty Borne on IAS/MCS /MSS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS/ MSS Cadre
14. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
15. Assistant Librarian 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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RAJ BHAVAN
16. Commissioner and Secretary to the Governor
Borne on IAS Cadre
Borne on IAS Cadre
17. Deputy Secretary to the Governor
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
18. Under Secretary to the Governor
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
19. Aide-de-camp to the Governor of the rank of Captain or equivalent in the Armed forces Aide-de-camp to the Governor (rank of Addl. Superintendent of Police or Dy. Suptd. of Police
On Deputation from Ministry of Defence Borne on the MPS Cadre
On Deputation from Ministry of Defence Borne on the MPS Cadre
20. Assistant Private Secretary to the Governor
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
21. Superintendent, Governor Secretariat
5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
22. Comptroller of House -hold of the Governor
5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
23. Sub-Engineer (E) 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
24. Accountant 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
25. U.D. Assistant 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
26. Steno Grade – II 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
27. Steno Grade – III 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (For under qualified Steno)
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280 8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 (For under qualified Steno)
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28. Hindi Steno Grade – III 3975-100-4575-EB-
110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
29.
30.
Section Assistant Typist Grade – I Typist Grade – II Typist Grade – III
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 (60 wpm) Typist with a minimum of 3 years of qualifying service in Grade II are eligible to appear in the Speed Test for Grade I. 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165 (45 wpm) Typist with 3 years qualifying service in Grade – III are eligible to appear in the Speed Test for Grade – II 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (30 wpm) The existing system of Selection Grade Typist may be done away with.
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 (60 wpm) Typist with a minimum of 3 years of qualifying service in Grade II are eligible to appear in the Speed Test for Grade I. 9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000 (45 wpm) Typist with 3 years qualifying service in Grade – III are eligible to appear in the Speed Test for Grade – II 8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 (30 wpm) The existing system of Selection Grade Typist may be done away with.
31. Hindi Typist 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
32. Senior Driver 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
33. Carpenter
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
34. Electrician 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
35. Plumber 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
36. Junior Driver 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620 Drivers with a mini mum of 8 years of satisfactory service
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160 Drivers with a mini mum of 8 years of satisfactory service
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and subject to passing of the Departmental test are eligible to be placed in the scale of Rs.3100-5060
and subject to passing of the Departmental test are eligible to be placed in the scale of Rs.8300-14240
37. Duftry 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
38. Jamadar Chaprasi 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
39. Chabdar Chaprasi 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
40. Silver Cleaner 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
41. Camp Tindal 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
42. Cook Grade – I 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
43. Head Mali 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
44. Head Dhobi 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
45. Mali 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
46. Chaprasi 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
47. Khalasi 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
48. Khimatgar 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
49. Cook Grade – II 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
50. House Bearer 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
51. Masalchi 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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52. Dhobi 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
53. Sweeper. 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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PLANNING
12.27.1. Planning Department has four functional branches under its administrative control, namely, the Planning Administration, Planning Machinery, Directorate of Economics & Statistics and the Science and Technology Cell. At the Secretariat level the Principal Secretary heads the Department, assisted by the Officer on Special Duty and Ex-Officio Secretary, the Special Officer and Ex-Officio Deputy Secretary, the Planning Officer and Ex-Officio Under Secretary. PLANNING ADMINISTRATION AND PLANNING MACHINERY 12.27.2. The Planning Administration and Machinery co-ordinates all planning and development activities in the State and liaise with the Planning Commission, Ministries of the Central Government and the departments in the State.
DIRECTORATE OF ECONOMICS AND STATISTICS 12.27.3. The Directorate of Economics, Statistics and Evaluation is the central statistical organisation of the State and is responsible for collection of data and survey for plan formulation in respect of the socio-economic activities in the State.
12.27.4. At the Directorate level the Director is assisted by the Joint Director, Deputy Director, Research Officers and Statistical Officers. At the District level the District Offices are under the charge of the District Statistical Officers who are assisted by the Inspector of Statistics, Sub-Inspector of Statistics. 12.27.5.(1). The Commission’s attention was drawn to the observations and recommendations of the 3rd Meghalaya Pay Commission at paragraph 10.29.3. of its Report which exclusively dealt with the main grievances of a large number of employees under the Planning Department due to the lack of adequate promotional avenues, especially in the case of Statistical Officers, Research Officers, Statistical Assistants, Research Assistants in the Research and Statistical Wings/Cells of various Departments. The 3rd Meghalaya Pay Commission noted that the previous Pay Commissions had discussed the issue at length and recommended constitution of the State Economic and Statistical Service. The 3rd Meghalaya Pay Commission had, in pursuance thereof, recommended creation of an integrated service, namely, (i) the State Economic and Statistical Service and (ii) the Economic and Statistical Subordinate Service with Planning Department to be designated as the cadre controlling authority in respect of the State level posts and the Directorate of Economics and Statistics as the cadre controlling authority of the subordinate posts. To achieve this end, the 3rd Meghalaya Pay Commission had further recommended that –
“For the purpose of integration/encadrement of the different posts in the various Departments/Directorates, suitable mechanism may be formulated by the Government. For the existing employees in the various Departments like Statistical Officers, Research Officers, Statistical Inspectors, Statistical Assistants, Research Assistants who have stagnated in the same position for a number of years and became
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isolated posts due to the special nature of their duties, the Commission recommends the creation of non-functional posts at the next higher levels in the directorates or offices where they are serving in the appropriate scales of pay of the integrated cadre. For this purpose due weightage should be given to the length of service rendered by the Officers…. This principle may be applied to the employees facing similar situation of stagnation in the respective Departments/Offices of the Government. Pending finalization of the scheme, further direct appointment should not be allowed to any departments or directorates. All appointments of Statistical Officers/Research Officers/Statistical Inspectors/Statistical Assistants/Research Assistants should henceforth be made only by the Planning Department as the nodal authority as recommended above through the Meghalaya Public Service Commission.”
12.27.5.(2). This Commission noted with dismay the fact that the aforesaid recommendations have not been fully implemented by Government till now. The Commission endorses the recommendations of the 3rd Meghalaya Pay Commission and strongly recommends setting up of a Joint Cadre Controlling authority, with Planning Department as the nodal authority, and full implementation of the above recommendations.
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CELL 12.27.6. A State Council on Science and Technology was constituted in 1984 by the State Government for promotion of Science and Technology in the State, in line with the recommendation of Planning Commission and the guidelines of the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India. Subsequently, the Science and Technology Cell was created for providing secretarial assistance to the State Level Committee on Science and Technology. The Cell is assigned with the task of identifying, planning and implementing schemes/projects on various aspects of Science and Technology in the State. Programmes such as Popularisation of Science, Introduction of Appropriate Technology, Specific Projects, Students’ Projects, Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Development, Science and Technology Library and Documentation Scheme and Science Centres Scheme are being undertaken by the Cell. 12.27.7. Two new institutions have also been set up within the Cell, namely; (i) Bio-Resources Development Centre (BRDC) for the promotion of meaningful conservation and sustainable utilization of bio-resources in the State and (ii) Shillong Science Centre (SSC), set up in the NEHU campus, Mawlai, Shillong for the promotion of science education and awareness through hands-on learning. 12.27.8. The Science and Technology Cell is currently under the charge of the Project Director who is placed in the existing pay scale of Rs.7750 – 12115/-. The Commission took note of the importance of the Cell, its activities and achievements over the years, as well as the long years of service put in by the head of the Cell and recommends that the incumbent Project Director be placed notionally in the existing pay scale of Rs.10000 – 14075/- and the proposed revised scale of pay of Rs.26700 – 37900/- will apply, as personal to him.
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12.27.9. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the various posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Officer On Special Duty & ex-officio Secretary
13200-475-17000
35300-1100-40800-1300-46000
2.
Officer On Special Duty and Ex-Officio Joint Secretary
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
3. Special Officer and Ex-Officio Deputy Secretary
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
4. Special Officer and Ex-Officio Under Secretary
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Planning Officer and Ex-Officio Under Secretary
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
6. District Planning Officer
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
7. Assistant Research Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
8. Computer Programmer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
9. Research Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
10. Data Entry Operator 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280 (For Degree holders in any discipline with 1½ year Diploma in Com-puter Applications/ Science) 9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (For others)
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SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY CELL
9. Project Director 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
The present incumbent will draw the pay scale of 26700 – 37900 as personal to him under the ACP Scheme.
10. Research Officer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
11. Assistant Research Officer
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
12. Research Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
II – ECONOMIC, STATISTICS AND EVALUATION
13. Director 11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
14. Joint Director 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
15. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
16. Research Officer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
17. Statistical Officer / District Statistical Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
Inspector of Statistics 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760 Graduates in Statistics/ Economics/Mathematics or Commerce and Master’s Degree Holders in specified subjects will get 2 advance increments
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220 Graduates in Statistics/ Economics/Mathematics or Commerce and Master’s Degree Holders in specified subjects will get 2 advance increments
18. Sub-Inspector of Statistics
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180 (One advance incre-
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 (One advance increment
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ment for Honours Graduate. Master’s Degree holder in specified subject will get 2 advance increments)
for Honours Graduate. Master’s Degree holder in specified subject will get 2 advance increments)
19. Artist-cum-Draftsman
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
20. Primary Investigator /Computor
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 (2 advance increments for Graduate)
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (2 advance increments for Graduate)
21. Field Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (2 advance increments for Intermediate/ HSSLC /P.U Passed)
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 (2 advance increments for P.U Passed/HSSLC )
22. Interpreter. 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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POWER DEPARTMENT
12.28.1. Power Department administers the Indian Electricity Act 1910, the Indian Electricity Rules and the Cinematography (Regulation) Rules. The basic function of this Department is to discharge the statutory provisions of the Indian Electricity Act, Rules & Regulations framed there-under by the State Government. 12.28.2. The Senior Electrical Inspector is the Head of the Inspectorate of Electricity and assisted by the Inspector of Electricity and Assistant Electrical Inspector. The Deputy Inspector of Electricity is the Head of the Zonal Office at Tura. 12.28.3. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Senior Electrical Inspector
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
2. Inspector of Electricity 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
3. Deputy Inspector of Electricity
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
4. Assistant Electrical Inspector
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
5. Supervisory Assistant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
6. Electrical Tester 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
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PRINTING AND STATIONERY
12.29.1. The basic function of the Directorate of Printing and Stationery is to cater to the printing needs of the Government. It is also responsible for the procurement and supply of office stationeries to all offices under the State Government. 12.29.2. The Directorate of Printing and Stationery is divided into three wings namely, the Press Wing, the Stationery Wing and the Ministerial Wing. The Press Wing handles all the printing works of the Government and publications for various autonomous Bodies/Boards/Corporations etc., the Stationery Wing procures and supplies Stationeries and the Ministerial Wing handles all Accounts and Establishment matters. 12.29.3. The Directorate is headed by the Director who is assisted by the Joint Director, Deputy Director and Assistant Directors. There is also a Branch Press at Tura headed by a Deputy Director and assisted by an Assistant Director.
12.29.4. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
GENERAL
1. Director 11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Joint Director 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
3. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
4. Assistant Director Printing
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
5. Assistant Director Stationery and Forms
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
6. Assistant in-charge-Book Depot/Store charging
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
7. Incharge Computing 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
8. Computer Clerk 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
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9. Retail Store Keeper 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
10. Section Writer 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
11. Sorter 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
12. Supplier 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
13. Packer 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
14. Mazdoor/Peons/Cleaner/ Chowkidar/Sweeper
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
GENERAL SECTION
15. Foreman 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
16. Section Holder 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
17. Assistant Section Holder 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
18. Time Work Checker 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
19. Out-turn Writer 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
COMPOSING SECTION
20. Compositor – Grade – I 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
21. Compositor – Grade – II 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
22. Distributor 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
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MACHINE SECTION
23. Senior Machineman 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
24. Junior Machineman 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
25. Assistant Machineman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
26. Forme Carrier 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
BINDING SECTION
27. Binding Clerk 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
28. Binder Grade – I 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
29. Binder Grade – II 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
30. Assistant Retail Store 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
31. Counter 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
OFFSET SECTION
32. Mono Mechanical 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
33. Senior Offset Printer 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
34. Senior Offset Operator 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
35. Offset Operator 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
36. Junior Offset Printer 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
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37. Junior Offset Operator 3725-90-4265-EB-100-
5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
MECHANICAL COMPOSING
38. Lino Operator 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
39. Mono Mechanic 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
40. Mono Operator 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
41. Type Caster 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
42. Caster Attendant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
43. Assistant Type Caster 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
44. Head Type Supplier 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
45. Type Supplier 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
46. Type Melter 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
IMPOSING SECTION
47. Head Impositor 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
48. Impositor 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
49. Proof Puller 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
DESK TOP PUBLISHING SECTION
50. Senior Desk – Top Publishing Operator
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
51. Junior Desk – Top Publishing Operator
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
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52. Head Reader 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
53. Senior Reader 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
54. Junior Reader 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
55. Reviser 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
56. Copy Holder 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
XI – PHOTO MECHANICAL SECTION
57. Cameraman 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
58. Senior Plate Developer-cum-Metal Plate printer
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
59. Plate Developer-cum-Metal Plate Printer
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
60. Retoucher-cum-Finisher 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
61. Mounter-cum-Finisher 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
62. Junior Cameraman 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
63. Block Maker 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
XII – MAINTENANCE SECTION
64. Electrician-cum-Mechanic
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
65. Senior Mechanic 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
66. Junior Mechanic 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
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PRISONS
12.30.1. Prison administration is an essential ingredient of the criminal justice system in the country. A prison is now no longer considered as a place for punishment but as a place for correction and rehabilitation of the inmates. Thus the main functions of the Prison Department are to hold prisoners in custody by order of the courts and in conditions as determined by law; to guard them during their period of imprisonment while at the same time ensure that appropriate facilities are provided to them such as medical, social and psychological care, rights and obligations, opportunities for educational, vocational training, religious observance, rehabilitation, etc. Helping in the reformation of the inmates, so that they can go back to the society and become useful citizens after the completion of their jail term, has become an important and ultimate objective of the Prison Department. 12.30.2. The head of office at the Directorate level is the Inspector General of Prisons, borne on the IAS/MCS cadre, who is assisted by the Assistant Inspector General of Prisons. 12.30.3. At present, there are four District Jails in the State, one each in Shillong, Jowai, Tura and Williamnagar. The security and administration of these jails are looked after by the respective Superintendents, who are assisted by the Jailors, Warders, etc. 12.30.4. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Inspector General of Prisons
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
2. Assistant Inspector General of Prisons
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
3. Assistant Psychiatrist 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
4. Medical & Health Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
5. Superintendent of Jails 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
6. Jailor 5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
7. Assistant Jailor 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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8. Pharmacist 3450-80-3920-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
9. Craft Instructor /Carpentry Instructor
3450-80-3920-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
10. Head Warder 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 Matriculate/HSLC passed will draw the scale of Rs.3450-5650
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 Matriculate/HSLC passed will draw the scale9200-15720
11. Electrician-cum-Operator of Water Pump
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
12. Warder (Male/Female) 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130 Matriculate/HSLC Passed will draw the scale of Rs.2900 – 4620
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180 Matriculate/SSLC Passed will draw the scale of Rs.7700 – 13160
13. Medical Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
14. Ward Boy/Ward Girl 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
15. Cook/Barber/Plumber 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
16. Sweeper-cum-Cleaner 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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PROGRAMME IMPLEMENTATION & EVALUATION 12.31.1. The Programme Implementation & Evaluation Department was formed by the amalgamation of the Evaluation Unit of the Directorate of Economics & Statistics under Planning Department with the erstwhile Programme Implementation Department. It is responsible for reviewing and monitoring of Schemes and projects implemented by various Departments of the Government. 12.31.2. At the Directorate level, the Department is headed by a Director borne on IAS/MCS cadre and assisted by a Joint Director, Deputy Director and Assistant Directors. 12.31.3. The Department has a State Computer Cell which was set up in December, 1989 for performing nodal functions relating to computerization in all Departments. It also assists in monitoring of development programmes and coordinating development of software, development of Data Base, Linkages and Networking and to provide expert advice on purchase of Computer Systems etc. It is manned by the System Engineer and supported by a Programming Assistant and Data Entry Operators. The Commission recommends that the present incumbent to the post of System Engineer in the State Computer Cell may be given 1(one) financial up-gradation under the Assured Career Progression Scheme (ACPS) as personal to him. 12.31.4.(1). The Department of Programme Implementation and Evaluation came up with the request to the changes in the designation and also in regard to the consideration of higher scales of pay in respect of the Programme Assistant (existing Rs.5300-9180/-) to Rs. 6350-11130/- and Data Entry Operator (existing Rs. 3975-6655/-) to Rs. 5300-9180/-. The Commission also noted that earlier the above proposal had been approved by the concerned referral departments including the Personnel & A.R. Department. 12.31.4(2) The Commission examined the job-profiles and also the prescribed educational and technical/special qualification of the above two categories of posts, and recommends the following:- (a) Programme Assistant (Rs. 5300-9180/-)
To be redesignated as Programmer.
Recommended revised pay scale of Rs.16300-29260/- (notionally on existing scale of Rs.6100-10795/-). The scale of Rs.6350-11130/- shall be admissible to persons having qualification of Degree in Computer Engineering or equivalent qualification.
(b) Data Entry Operator (Rs. 3975-6655/-) To be redesignated as
Technical Assistant.
Recommended revised pay scale of Rs.11300-19880/- (notional on existing Rs. 4250-7170/-). The prescribed qualification shall be Degree in any discipline from recognized University/Institution with one and half year Diploma in Computer Applications/Science.
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12.31.5. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Research Officer
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
2. Research Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
COMPUTER CELL
3. System Engineer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
26700-800-30700-900-37900
Present incumbent to be allowed 1(one) finan- cial upgrada- tion under ACP Scheme as personal to him.
4. Programme Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-5809-29260 17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For persons having qualification of Degree in Computer Engineer-ing or equivalent)
The post may be redesigna- ted as Programmer.
5. Data Entry Operator 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 (For Degree holders in any discipline with 1½ year Diploma in Com-puter Applications/ Science)
The post may be redesigna- ted as Tech- nical Assis-tant.
TECHNICAL WING
6. Joint Director of Evaluation
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
7. Deputy Director of Evaluation
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
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8. Assistant Director 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
9. Research Officer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
10. Assistant Research Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
11. Research Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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PUBLIC HEALTH ENGINEERING
12.32.1. The Public Health Engineering Department was created on 2nd April, 1970 as a wing under the charge of the Secretary and the Chief Engineer, P.W.D. It was separated from the Public Works Department with effect from 2nd April, 1972 with the Chief Public Health Engineer as the Head of Department. The main function of the Public Health Engineering Department is to plan, implement and maintain Rural and Urban Water Supply Schemes. It is responsible for providing adequate safe water supply in rural & urban areas of the State. It is presently the nodal Department for implementation of community based Swajaldhara Programme and Total Sanitation Campaign (TSC). Providing water supply and sanitation facilities in schools and Anganwadi Centres are also taken up by the Department, apart from construction and maintenance of departmental residential and non-residential buildings.
12.32.2. At the Directorate level, the Chief Engineer, P.H.E is assisted by the Additional Chief Engineers, the Deputy Chief Engineer, the Executive Engineers and the Chief Administrative Officer-cum-Vigilance Officer. 12.32.3. The administration at the District level is divided into six Public Health Engineering Circles and 19 working divisions covering the whole State of Meghalaya. 12.32.4. The Commission noted that the post of Data Entry Operator under the Department has been created in the pay scale of Rs.4500-7660/- which does not conform to the pay scales of similar posts under various departments of the Governments. The Commission strongly feels that there should be only one scale of pay for the post of Data Entry Operator under the Government and therefore, recommends a uniform revised pay scale of Rs. 10600-18280/-, corresponding to the existing scale of Rs. 3975-6655/-. However, the present incumbent shall draw the revised pay scale of Rs. 12000- 21200/- as personal to him. 12.32.5.(1).A submission was made to the Commission for review of departmental Cadre with regard to the pay structure. The existing Cadre Strength of the Meghalaya P.H.E. Department as per Schedule appended to the Service Rules of the Department is as indicated below. Sl. No.
Name of posts Scale of pay Total no. of posts
1 2 3 4 1.
Chief Engineer, PHE
Rs.4200-5800/-
01
2. Addl. Chief Engineer, (PHE) Rs.3900-5100/- 02 3. Deputy Chief Engineer, PHE
/Superintendent , PHE Rs.3500-5100/- 04
4. Executive Engineer (PHE) Rs. 3000-4800/- 17 5. Analyst Rs.3000-4800/-
01
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6. Sub-Divisional Officer/ Sub-Divisional (TC)/Assistant Engineer (PHE)(Civil)
i) Rs.2000-4150/- (if held by B.E. Degree or AMIE
60
ii) Rs.1975-3975/-
7. Sub-Divisional Officer/Assistant Engineer (PHE) Mechanical
i) Rs.2000-4150/- (if held by B.E. Degree or AMIE)
02
ii) Rs.1975-3975/-
8. Assistant Engineer, (PHE) Electrical i) Rs.2000-4150/- (if held by B.E. Degree or AMIE)
08
ii) Rs.1975-3975/- Total 95 12.32.5.(2). Keeping in view the need for efficient and scientific cadre management, the Commission recommends the following cadre structure which provides appropriate provision for deputation reserve, leave reserve and training reserve:- Sl. No.
Name of posts Scale of pay Total no. of posts
1 2 3 4
1. Chief Engineer Rs.11750-15625/- 1
2. Addl. Chief Engineer Rs.10750-14800/- 4
3. Deputy Chief Engineer, PHE/Superintendent, PHE
Rs.10000-14075/- 1
4. Executive Director HRD Rs.10000-14075/- 1
5. Superintending Engineer Rs.10000-14075/- 6
6. Chief Administrative Officer Cum Vigilance Officer
Rs.8750-13100/- 1
7. Deputy Director HRD Rs.8750-13100 1
8. Executive Engineer Rs.8750-13100/- 25
9. Sub-Divisional Officer/Assistant Engineer (Elec/Mech/Civil/TC)
Rs.635011130/- 98
10. Manager HRD Cell Rs.6350-11130/- 2
Total 140
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Deputation Reserve @ 10% - 14 Leave Reserve @ 10 % - 14 Training Reserve @ 05% - 07 Total strength - 175
12.32.6. The Commission noted that the post of Chief Administrative Officer-cum-Vigilance Officer is held by one of the cadre Officers of the Department. Commission is of the firm view that the Vigilance authority should be totally independent and should have separate establishment. It therefore, recommends that a senior Officer drawn from other service/cadre having suitable experience and tenure be made the Vigilance Officer for this Department. 12.32.7. Submission was made by the Greater Shillong Water Supply Mawphlang Staff Welfare Association for provision of warm clothing, gloves and other accessories for protection against extreme cold that they experience at their workplace. The Commission is in agreement with the submission and recommends provisions of necessary items, as may be identified by the Government to the employees concerned. 12.32.8. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Revised scale of pay Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Chief Engineer, PHE
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Additional Chief Engineer PHE
10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
3. Deputy Chief Engineer, PHE
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
4. Executive Engineer, HRD.
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
5. Superintending Engineer
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
6. Chief Administrative-cum-Vigilance Officer
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
7. Deputy Executive Director, HRD
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
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8. Executive Engineer 8750-275-10400-EB-
300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
9. Sub-Divisional Officer (Electrical / Mechanical /Civil/TC)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For B.E. Degree Holder and Diploma Holders promoted to the posts
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For B.E. Degree Holder and Diploma Holders promoted to the posts
10. Manager, HRD. 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
11. Assistant Analyst 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
12. Assistant Geologist 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
13. Sub- Engineer Gr-I /Computer Draftsman Grade – I/Field Officer, HRD.
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
14. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
15. Research Assistant (Quality Control)
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
16. Foreman 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
17. Data Entry Operator 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280 (For Degree holders in any discipline with 1½ year Diploma in Computer Applications/ Science) 9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (For others)
The present incumbent shall draw the scale of Rs. 12000-21200/- as personal to him.
18. Well Driller 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
19. Assistant Chemist 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
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20. Technician Gr – I 4250-110-4910-EB-
120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
21. Surveyor Grade – I 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 (For Diploma Holder)
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 (For Diploma Holder)
22. Surveyor Grade – II 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655 (For Certificate Holder)
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280 (For Certificate Holder)
23. Surveyor Grade – III 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 (For Non-Certificate Holder)
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (For Non-Certificate Holder)
24. Sub-Engineer – II/ Overseer-II/ Draughtsman - II
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
25. Lineman 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
26. Head Mechanic 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
27. Head Plumber 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
28. Treatment Plant Operator
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
29. Laboratory Assistant 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165 (For P.U. Science Passed)
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000 (For P.U. Science Passed)
30. Sub-Engineer Grade-III/ Overseer Grade-III/ Draughtsman Grade-III
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
31. Muharir/Section Assistant
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
32. Tracer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
33. Store Keeper 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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34. Mechanic 3100-70-3520-EB-80-
4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
35. Plumber 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
36. Electrician 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
37. Welder 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
38. Technician Grade II 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
39. Pump Operator 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
40. Compresser/Surge Suppressor Operator
2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
41. Work Assistant (Unskilled)
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
42. Blue Printer 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
43. Gauge Reader 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
44. Khalasi/Helper 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
45. Security Guard 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
46. Laboratory Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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PUBLIC WORKS
10.33.1. Public Works Department is one of the important development departments of the State Government. It is comprised of two wings, namely, Road and Bridges Wing headed by the Chief Engineer, P.W.D. (Roads) and Building Wing headed by the Chief Engineer, P.W.D. (Building). There are two other Chief Engineers, each entrusted with separate functional responsibilities, viz., Chief Engineer P.W.D. (National Highway) who is looking after the implementation of National Highway Works, Central Road Fund Schemes, Inter-State Connectivity Schemes, Economic Important Schemes and all schemes falling under Jaintia Hills, Shillong City and part of East Khasi Hills District, etc. and the Chief Engineer P.W.D. (Standard) who is in charge of the implementation of PMGSY Schemes, Road Research and Training, Land Acquisition, etc.
10.33.2. Meghalaya being a hilly and land-locked State, with marginal areas falling in plains, road network is the only means of communication as there are no navigable rivers, airways or railways in the State. Road infrastructure is therefore the backbone for overall development of the State. The Public Works Department is responsible for providing road connectivity to all the unconnected habitations, up-gradation and maintenance of the existing roads and bridges with a view to improve the socio-economic condition of the people in particular and the State in general.
10.33.3. The Chief Engineer, P.W.D. (Roads) is assisted by the Additional Chief Engineers and a host of Engineers. The Chief Engineer P.W.D. (National Highway) is assisted by Superintending Engineers and Executive Engineers and other technical officers and staff. The Chief Engineer, P.W.D. (Roads) Standard is the Empowered Officer of PMGSY and under him there are District Coordinators and Dedicated Project Implementation Units for PMGSY Schemes. In the Divisions, there are Sub-Divisional Officers who assist the respective Executive Engineers in the implementation of schemes.
10.32.4. When Meghalaya was carved out of Assam in 1972 it inherited an area of 22,429 Sq. Kms with a total road length of 2786.68 Km. (including 174 Km of National Highway) and a road density of 12.42 Kms/100 Sq. Km. The present total road length in the State is 8221.686 Kms [including 603.283 Km of NH under Meghalaya P.W.D. and 189.76 Km of NH under border Roads Organisation (BRO)], covering a road density of 36.66 kms/100 sq. km., out of which 5159.648 Kms is blacktopped and remaining 3062.038 Kms is gravelled road. 10.33.5. There is also the Mechanical Wing which is responsible for the maintenance of the vehicles and plants and machineries available with the Department. 10.33.6.A separate Irrigation Directorate was created within the Agriculture Department under the Chief Engineer in September, 2001 by amalgamating the existing Irrigation Wing and the Medium Irrigation of the Public Works Department. In the Public Works Department, Medium Irrigation Wing is under the charge of Chief Engineer, Public Works Department with one Superintending Engineer assisting him. The Rongai Valley Medium Irrigation Project in West Garo Hills District forms the Divisional Office with the Executive Engineer incharge of the Project and other technical and non-technical support staff. The Commission was informed that the amalgamation process of the P.W.D. Irrigation Wing and the officers and staff with the composite Directorate of Irrigation has, as
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yet, not been initiated. This Commission recommends for expeditious steps to complete the amalgamation of the two wings. 12.33.7.The existing Cadre strength of the Meghalaya Public Works Department Service as per Schedule appended to the Service Rules is as indicated below:- Sl. No.
Name of posts Scale of pay Total no. of posts
1 2 3 4 A. CIVIL ENGINEERING BRANCH
1.
SELECTION GRADE (CIVIL) Secretary, Public Works (R&D)Deptt.
Rs.13200 – 17000/-
1
2.
SENIOR GRADE (CIVIL) Chief Engineer, Public Works Deptt
Rs.11750 – 15625/-
2
3.
SENIOR GRADE-II (CIVIL) Jt. Secy/Addl. Chief Engineer/Addl. Chief Engineer (Quality Control)-cum-Director of Research and Training
Rs.10750 – 14800/-
4
4.
SENIOR GRADE – III (CIVIL) Superintending Engineer/Deputy Chief Engineer/Superintending Engineer (Design)/ Project Engineer.
Rs.10000 – 14075/-
11
5.
GRADE- I (CIVIL) Executive Engineer/Executive Engineer (T.C)/Under Secretary (Tech)/Research Officer/Training Centre/ Assistant Chief Engineer/Liaison Officer (Border Roads)
Rs.8750 – 13100/-
44
6..
GRADE –II (CIVIL) Asstt. Engineer/Sub-Division Officer/Sub-Divisional Officer (T.C)/Asstt. Research Officer/Supervisor, Road Research Laboratory/Lecturer, Section Asst. Training Centre.
Rs.6350 – 11130/-
182
Total 244
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Sl. No.
Name of posts Scale of pay Total no. of posts
B. MECHANICAL ENGINEERING BRANCH
1.
SENIOR GRADE-III (MECHANICAL) Superintending Engineer (Mechanical)
Rs.10000 -14075/-
1
2.
GRADE-I (MECHANICAL) Executive Engineer (Mechanical)
Rs.8750 – 13100/-
1
3.
GRADE –II (MECHANICAL) Asstt. Engineer (Mechanical)/Sub-Divisional Officer (Mechanical)
Rs.6350 – 11130/-
10
Total 12 Sl. No.
Name of posts Scale of pay Total no. of posts
C. ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING BRANCH 1.
GRADE –I (ELECTRICAL) Executive Engineer (Electrical)
Rs.8750 – 13100/-
1
2.
GRADE – II Assistant Engineer (Electrical (Electrical)/Sub-Divisional Officer (Electrical)
Rs.6350 – 11130/-
2
Total 3 D.
ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING BRANCH
1.
GRADE – I (ARCHITECTURAL) Architect
Rs. 8750 – 13100/-
1
2.
GRADE-II (ARCHITECTURAL) Assistant Architect
Rs. 6350 – 11130/-
5
Total 6 Total strength 265 It is seen that the Public Works Department service cadre is divided into the following 4 branches with specific levels of officers and posts.
(1). Civil Engineering (2). Mechanical Engineering (3). Electrical Engineering (4). Architectural Engineering
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12.33.8. The Commission noted that over the years no steps to review the cadre structure of the Service had ever been taken. Since Public Works Department has not indicated the sanctioned number of posts against each branch as in the Service Rules, their cadre is proposed to be fixed by taking the total numbers of posts. Specific cadre-position of the Branches should be made Sl. No.
Name of posts Scale of pay Total no. of posts
A. CIVIL ENGINEERING BRANCH
1.
SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE GRADE Secretary, Public Works (R&D)Deptt.
Rs.13200-17000/-
2. Chief Engineer, Public Works Deptt
Rs.11750-15625/-
3.
SENIOR GRADE-I Joint Secretary/Additional Chief Engineer/ Additional Chief Engineer (Quality Control)-cum-Director of Research and Training
Rs.10750-14800/-
4.
SENIOR GRADE - II Superintending Engineer/Deputy Chief Engineer/ Superintending Engineer (Design)/ Project Engineer.
Rs.10000-14075/-
5.
JUNIOR ADMINISTRATIVE GRADE Executive Engineer/Executive Engineer (T.C) /Under Secretary (Technical)/Research Officer/ Training Centre/ Assistant Chief Engineer/Liaison Officer (Border Roads)
Rs.8750-13100/-
6..
JUNIOR GRADE Assistant Engineer/Sub-Division Officer/Sub-Divisional Officer (T.C)/Asstt. Research Officer/ Supervisor, Road Research Laboratory/Lecturer, Section Assistant Training Centre.
Rs.6350-11130/-
Total Sl. No.
Name of posts Scale of pay Total no. of posts
B. MECHANICAL ENGINEERING BRANCH
1.
SENIOR GRADE Superintending Engineer (Mechanical)
Rs.10000-14075/-
2.
JUNIOR ADMINISTRATIVE GRADE Executive Engineer (Mechanical)
Rs.8750-13100 /-
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3.
JUNIOR GRADE Asstt. Engineer (Mechanical)/Sub-Divisional Officer (Mechanical)
Rs.6350-11130/-
Total Sl. No.
Name of posts Scale of pay Total no. of posts
C. ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING BRANCH
1.
JUNIOR ADMINISTRATIVE GRADE Executive Engineer (Electrical)
Rs.8750-13100/-
2.
JUNIOR GRADE Assistant Engineer (Electrical (Electrical)/Sub-Divisional Officer (Electrical)
Rs.6350-11130/-
Total D.
ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING BRANCH
1.
JUNIOR ADMINISTRATIVE GRADE Architect
Rs.8750-13100/-
2.
JUNIOR GRADE Assistant Architect
Rs.6350-11130/-
Total number of posts in all the branches of P. W. Department
298
Deputation Reserve @ 02% - 06 Leave Reserve @ 10 % - 30 Training Reserve @ 05% - 15
Total strength - 349
12.33.9. QUALITY OBJECTIVE IN ROAD WORKS (1) Road construction network in the State of Meghalaya is built conventionally over the years with meager focus on quality of materials used in the construction. This has resulted in poor quality of roads and poor riding quality. (2) Quality of materials for road construction have to be resorted to testing in Road Testing Laboratory available with the department. It is also equally important to provide laboratory at work site for testing the quality of materials. These aspects have been stressed upon National
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Highway Works, PMGSY works (Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojna) in the State. Adequate provisions should be incorporated in the Tender Agreement. RECOMMENDATION: (3) For proper and correct implementations of an ambitious project of rural connectivity called PMGSY (Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojna) materials for road works have to be tested in Road Testing Laboratory and Field Laboratory at site. Immediate expansion of the Road Testing Laboratory with manpower that of a Director (rank of Additional Chief Engineer) with complimentary Executive Engineers and Assistant Engineers and other technical/research Assistants is recommended. 12.33.10. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the various posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Secretary
13200-475-1700
35300-1100-40800-1300-46000
2. Chief Engineer 11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
3. Additional Chief Engineer (Road) Director of Road Research/Joint Secretary to the Government
10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
4. Deputy Chief Engineer/ Superintending Engineer, (Civil/Mechanical/ Design)
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
5. Assistant Chief Engineer/ Executive Engineer (Civil/ Mechanical/ Electrical) Research Officer/Under Secretary (Tech)/Architect/ Administrative Officer/ Principal, Section Assistant Training Centre/Liaison Officer (Border Road)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
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6. Assistant Engineer (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/ Design/Special Work)/Sub-Divisional Officer/Sub- Divisional Officer (T.C)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For B.E. Degree Holders and Diploma Holders promoted to the post
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For B.E. Degree Holders and Diploma Holders promoted to the post
.
7. Assistant Research Officer (Road Research Laboratory) Supervisory Officer Survey Technical Attached to Roads Research Laboratory/ Assistant Architect/Ex-Cadre Assistant Engineer/ Lecturer, Section Assistant Training Centre
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 If held by B.E. Graduates. Others will get the scale of Rs. 6100-10795/-
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 If held by B.E. Graduates Others will get the scale of 16300-29260
8. Junior Engineer, Grade-I (Civil/ Mechanical/ Electrical) Architectural Draughtsman Instructor, Section Assistant Training Centre
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
9. Foreman Mechanical/ Scientific Assistant
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
10. Research Assistant/ Statistical Assistant
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
11. Carpenter (Skilled) 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
12. Subordinate Engineer Grade-II/Overseer/ Computor/ Subordinate Engineer Grade-II/ Overseer/ Computor/ Draughtsman/Head Mechanic/Architectural Draughtsman (Certificate Holder)
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
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13. Surveyor Grade – I (Diploma Holder) Surveyor Grade – II (Certificate Holder) Surveyor Grade – III (Non-Certificate Holder)
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280 9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
14. Head Turner/Boiler Attendant
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
15. Trained Section Assistant/ Mechanical Draughtsman/ Divisional Mechanic/ Mechanic/ (Certificate Holder)
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
16. Motor Mechanic/ Workshop Mechanic/ Miller/Plumber/ Moulder/ Turner/Water Works Fitter/Black Smith for Workshop/Welder(gas) Welder (Electric)/Pattern Maker/ 1st Class Fitter/ Carpenter (unskilled)/ Crane Driver/ Driver, Bull Dozer/Auto Grader/ Caterpiller/Motor Senior Grader/Tractor/ Road Roller/Power Winch/ Head Engine Operator/ Tracer/ Store Keeper /Section Assistant/Library Assistant
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
17. Assistant Divisional Mechanic/Asstt Tractor/ Assistant Mechanic /Asstt Electrician/Asstt Welder (Gas)/Black Smith 1st Class/ Asstt Bench Fitter/ Asstt Generator Fitter/ Asstt Carpenter/ Asstt Pattern Maker/ Asstt Moulder/Driver Truck /Jeep/Staff Car Operator /Compressor/Record Supplier.
2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
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18. Model Supervisor/Black Smith, 2nd Class/Fitter, 2nd Class/Operator of Crusher/ Granulator/ Concrete Mixer/ Marboat/Out board Engine and other Stationary Engine/ Graderman/Crane Operator/ Gate Keeper/ Record Sorter- cum-Binder/Junior Laboratory Assistant
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
19. Chainman/Handyman of
Trucks/Roller/Tractor etc/ Fireman/Pumping Engine Handyman/Rudderman for Marboat/Blue Printer/ Boatman/Dak Runner/ Cook/ Khalasi/ Laboratory Bearer/ Record Keeper(IV Grade)
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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REVENUE DEPARTMENT
12.34.1. The main function of Revenue Department is the administration of land and land revenue in the State which includes maintenance of land records, demarcation of District and Sub-Divisional boundaries, etc. The Department is also responsible for the survey and demarcation of Inter-State Boundary, International Boundary (Indo-Bangladesh) and printing of Indo-Bangladesh strip maps, State, District maps, etc. It also executes and implements surveys for preparation of preliminary records as embodied in the “Meghalaya Land Survey and Records Preparation Act, 1980” and the Rules framed there under. 12.34.2. The Directorate of Land Records and Surveys is headed by the Director borne on IAS/MCS Cadre and assisted by the Assistant Director of Land Records and Additional Director of Surveys. 12.34.3. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director of Land Records and Surveys
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
2. Joint Director of Land Records
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
3. Assistant Director of Land Records
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
4. Special Officer (Training)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
5. Head Master-cum-Instructor (Training)
4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
II – MEGHALAYA SURVEYS
6. Additional Director of Surveys
10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
7. Joint Director of Surveys
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
8. Deputy Director of Surveys
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
9. Assistant Director of Survey
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
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10. Additional Assistant Director of Surveys
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
11. Supervisors (Traverse Section)
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
12. Junior Accountant 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
13. Head Draftsman 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
14. Printing Supervisor 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
15. Head Computor 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
16. Traverser Grade – I 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
17. Computer Grade – I 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
18. Traverser Grade – II 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
19. Bill Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
20. Record Keeper 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
21. Store Keeper 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
22. Computer Grade – II 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
23. Traverser Grade – III 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
24. Plane Table Surveyor 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
25. Head Machine Printer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
26. Mender 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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27. Binder 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
28. Draftsman 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
29. Printer Grade – I 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
30. Zinc Operator Grade– I 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
31. Printer Grade – II 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
32. Zinc Corrector Grade–II
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
33. Developer 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
34. Time Keeper 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
35. Grainer Grade – I 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
36. Tindal 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
37. Grainer Grade – II 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
38. Helper 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
39. Khalasi 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
III – MEGHALAYA SURVEY SCHOOL
40. Principal Borne on State Civil Service Cadre
Borne on MCS Cadre
41. Headmaster 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
42. First Master 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
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43. Second Master 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
44. Instructor 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
45. Tindal 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
46. Chainman 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
IV – ENFORCEMENT BRANCH
47. Enforcement Inspector 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
48. Assistant Enforcement Inspector
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
49. Supervisor Kanungo 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
50. Enforcement Checker 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
51. Mandal 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
52. Chainman 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
V – REVENUE STAFF UNDER DEPUTY COMMISSIONER AND SUB-VIVISIONAL OFFICERS (CIVIL)
53. Supervisor Kanungo 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
54. Tracer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
55. Mandal 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
56. Chainman 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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VI – CADESTRAL SURVEY
57. Supervisor 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
58. Traverser Grade – II 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
59. Computor Grade - I 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
60. Traverser Grade – III 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
61. Plane Table Surveyor 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
62. Computor Grade – II 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
63. Tindal 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
64. Khalasi 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
VII – METRIC CELL
65. Operator 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
66. Plane Table Surveyor 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
67. Developer 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
68. Helper 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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SECRETARIAT ADMINISTRATION
12.35.1. The Secretariat Administration Department is comprised of four branches, namely, the Establishment Branch, the Accounts Branch, the Nazarat Branch and the Records Branch. 12.35.2. The Establishment Branch deals with establishment matters and is the cadre controlling authority of the Assistant Superintendents, Upper Division Assistants, Lower Division Assistants, the Meghalaya Secretariat Typists Cadre, Stenographers Grade – II and III Cadre, Record Suppliers and Drivers of the Meghalaya (Civil) Secretariat. This branch is also entrusted with the responsibility of purchase/maintenance of vehicles for Ministers and senior officers in the Secretariat, purchase and maintenance of Computers/Fax Machines/Xerox Machines/Type-writers, etc. for supply to the Secretariat Departments. 12.35.3. The accounting responsibilities in the Secretariat is mainly entrusted to the Accounts Branch while the Nazarat Branch deals with house-keeping; arrangement of office accommodation in the Secretariat for Ministers/Chairmen/Co-Chairmen/Parliamentary Secretaries and other senior Officers; procurement and issue of stationery articles in the Secretariat and is the controlling authority of Group ‘D’ employees viz., Peons, Cleaners, Malis, Chowkidars, Sweepers; service matters of Group ‘C’ employees viz., Record Suppliers, Duftries, Jamadars, Menders, Lift-Operators, Head Malis and Head Sweepers.
12.35.4. The Records Branch is responsible for the safe custody of all closed files sent by various Departments of the Secretariat and for requisitioning and obtaining old files and Records pertaining to the State from the Government of Assam for reference and record.
THE MEGHALAYA SECRETARIAT SUBORDINATE SERVICE
12.35.5. The following posts constitutes the Meghalaya Secretariat Subordinate Service, placed in the scales of pay indicated against each:-
Name of post Scales of pay Lower Division Assistant 3725 – 6165 Upper Division Assistant 4900 – 8300 Assistant Superintendent 5300 – 9180
12.35.6. The submissions of the Meghalaya Secretariat Service Association have been studied in detail. This Commission took note of the secretarial duties and responsibilities devolve on the members of the Service and the minimum qualification prescribed for appointment to the entry level post of Lower Division Assistant, which is Degree in Arts, Science or Commerce. In addition, it also took note of the fact that one has to put in a minimum of 12 to 14 years of service for promotion to the post of Upper Division Assistant from that of Lower Division Assistant and an Upper Division
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Assistant has to put in a minimum of 13 to 16 years of service for promotion to the post of Assistant Superintendent. The members of the service have to undergo in-service training courses covering subjects on general policy direction, legislation, Assembly business, personnel management, accounts, office procedures and computer. Group ‘A” Course, with a duration of 60 working days, is compulsory for the Lower Division Assistants while Group ‘B’ Course with the same duration is compulsory for the Upper Division Assistants. The Group “A” and “B” Courses are followed by written examinations and therefore one has to qualify himself in the above examinations to be eligible for promotion to the higher post of Upper Division Assistant or Assistant Superintendent, as the case may be. 12.35.7. In consideration of the above, the Commission recommends that – (i) the post of Lower Division Assistant be placed notionally in the existing pay scale
of Rs.4250 – 7170/- and the revised scale of Rs.11300 – 19880/- will apply; (ii) the post of Upper Division Assistant be placed notionally in the existing pay scale
of Rs.5300 – 9180/- and the revised scale of Rs.14100 – 25080/- will apply; (iii) the post of Assistant Superintendent be placed notionally in the existing pay scale
of Rs.5900 – 10440/- and the revised scale of Rs.15700 – 28180/- will apply. 12.35.8. Submissions were made before the Commission by the Meghalaya Secretariat Service Typists’ Association for grant of higher pay scales for the service and for raising the percentage of quota reserved for their promotion to the higher post of Lower Division Assistant from 10% to 20%. After consideration of all aspects, the Commission recommends encadrement of Typists into the Lower Division Assistants after they attained requisite competence in computers and basic qualification prescribed for the post of Lower Division Assistant. In fact, all Lower Division Assistants in the Secretariat should be computer literate.
12.35.9. The Commission recommends the following scales of pay for the various posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Assistant Superintendent
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
2. Upper Division Assistant 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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3. Accountant, S.A.D.
(Accounts) 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
4. Accountant, (Election) 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
5. Accountant (P.W.D.) 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
6. Nazir, S.A.D. (Nazarat) 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
7. Assistant Nazir 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
8. Cashier, S.A.D. (Accounts)
4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
9. Lower Division Assistant 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
10. Assistant Cashier, S.A.D.(Accounts)
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
11. Telex Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
12. Record Supplier 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
13. Lift Operator 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
14. Mender, S.A.D. Records. 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
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SERICULTURE AND WEAVING
12.36.1. Sericulture and Weaving are two traditional village and cottage industries in the State which play a vital role in uplifting the economy of the rural people and augmenting their income. The Directorate is divided into Sericulture and Weaving Sectors. The Department runs two training institutes, the Sericulture Training Institute at Ummulong in Jaintia Hills District and the Handloom Training Institute at Mendipathar in East Garo Hills District with the Principals as their heads. The main objective of the Department is to promote the welfare of sericulture silk-worm rearers and handloom weavers through implementation of need-based and employment-oriented schemes. 12.36.2. At the Directorate level, the head of office is the Director who is assisted by Joint Directors and Deputy Directors. At the District level, there are the District Sericulture Officers, the Sericulture Development Officers, the District Handloom Officers and Handloom Development Officer and a host of subordinate officials who oversee, monitor and supervise the implementation of schemes/programmes in the Districts. 12.36.3. Meghalaya which has limited arable land for traditional agriculture and limited access to institutional finance due to various factors, sericulture and weaving has the potential to play a very important role in inclusive development of the State. During interactions with various functionaries of the Department and during a visit to the farm and training centre, it was brought to the Commission’s notice that there is a distinct feeling among the staff that they are not getting their due; their emoluments are not commensurate with their basic qualifications and technical training. On further study, the Commission also shares their views. It was also noticed that the Second Meghalaya Pay Commission had felt that attractive pay scales need to be offered to officials in the Directorate and had recommended a set of enhanced pay scales for the different posts in the Department. The Government, however, did not accept the recommendation. No reasons have been given in the Government Resolution [No.F(PR)-78/88/1 dt 23/11/88] for non acceptance. 12.36.4 The Commission has examined the matter in depth and observes the following:- (1) The Directorate of Sericulture comprises of 2 (two) distinct segments i.e. Sericulture and Weaving (Handloom) Wings. The entry point posts (non-gazetted level) are different in both the Wings and the distinct feature continues up the hierarchy to the level of Deputy Director. The Commission, therefore, considered that detailed examination of both the wings separately is necessary right from the entry level posts. A. SERICULTURE WING.
The channels of promotion are as shown below :-
(i) Deputy Director, Sericulture
- 8750 - 13100/-
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(ii) Principal STI/Research Officer
- 7750 - 12115/-
(iii) Zonal Officer, Sericulture
- 6350 - 11130/-
(iv) Sericulture Development Officer/District Sericulture Officer. [50% posts filled up promotion; 50% by direct recruitment for candidates with P.G. Degree in Sericulture Science from Central Silk Board Training Institute]
- 5900 - 10440/-
(v) Instructor, Sericulture Training Institute
- 5300 - 9180/-
(vi) Sericulture Research Assistant/Sericulture Extension Officer
- 5100 - 8740/-
(vii) Farm Manager/Sericulture Inspector/Reeling Foreman [(i) Degree in Sericulture Science essential. (ii) 50% posts reserved for promotion from Supervisor & Field cum Laboratory Assistant.]
- 4500 - 7660/-
(viii) Sericulture & Field cum Laboratory Assistant
- 3450 - 5650/-
(ix) Sericulture Demonstrator - 3100 - 5060/-
(x) Rearer (H.S.L.C. passed with successful completion of 15 months certificate course in Sericulture)
- 2900 - 4620/-
1. The lowest entry level post in this wing is Rearer (non-gazetted), placed in the existing scale of Rs.2900-3680/- and the educational qualification prescribed is HSLC with 15 (fifteen) months certificate course in Sericulture.
2. The next post is Sericulture Demonstrator, which is a promotional post from Rearer with
a scale of pay of Rs.3100-5060/-.
3. The next post is Supervisor & Field-cum-Laboratory Assistant, which also is a promotion post from the post of Sericulture Demonstrator and the scale of pay is Rs.3450-5650/-.
4. The next post in line are Farm Manager/Sericulture Inspector / Reeling Foreman in the
scale of pay of Rs.4500-7660/-. The prescribed educational qualification is Degree in Sericulture Science. In this level, 50% of posts are promotion posts for Supervisor and Field-cum-Laboratory Assistant.
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5. The next posts are Sericulture Research Assistant and Sericulture Extension Officer in the scale of pay of Rs.5100-8940/- which are promotion posts for Farm Manager, Sericulture Inspector and Reeling Foreman.
6. The next post in line is Instructor, Sericulture Training Institute, (Gazetted) in the scale of
pay of Rs.5900-9180/-. This is a promotion post for Sericulture Research Assistant and Extension Officer, Sericulture.
7. The next posts in line are the District level posts of Sericulture Development Officer and
District Sericulture Officer in the scale of pay of Rs.5900-10440/- . In this level, 50% of the posts are promotion posts for Instructor, STI and 50% are direct recruitment posts with prescribed qualification of Post Graduate Degree in Sericulture Science from Central Silk Board Training Institute, Government of India.
8. The following posts in the hierarchy are all promotion posts:-
(a) Zonal Officer, Sericulture - Rs.6350-11130/- (b) Principal S.T.I./Research Officer - Rs.7750-12115/- (c) Deputy Director , Sericulture - Rs.8750-13100/-
B. HANDLOOM (WEAVING) WING.
The channels of promotion are as shown below :-
(i) Deputy Director, Weaving.
- 8750 - 13100/-
(ii) Principal Handloom Training Institute.
- 7750 - 12115/-
(iii) Zonal Officer, Weaving.
- 6350 - 11130/-
(iv) District Handloom Officer/Handloom Development Officer (50% by promotion; 50% by direct recruitment).
- 5900 - 10440/-
(v) Handloom Research Officer. [Essential qualification: B.Sc with 3 (three) years training at Indian Institute of Handloom Technology, Guwahati].
- 5500 - 9760
(vi) Instructor, Handloom Training Institute, Mendipathar. [Essential qualification: P.U. (Science) with 3 (three) years training at Indian Institute of Handloom Technology, Guwahati].
- 5100 - 8740
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(vii) Extension Officer, Handloom.
- 5100 - 8740/-
(viii) Weaving Inspector/Deputy Handloom Officer/Expert Dyer and Designing cum Pattern Supervisor.
- 4500 - 7660/-
(ix) Weaving Instructor (WTC).
- 3450 - 5650/-
(x) Weaving Demonstrator (entry level). [Qualifications : H.S.L.C. with 2(two) years certificate course in Handloom from Handloom Training Institute, Mendipathar].
- 3100 - 5060/-
1. The entry level post is Weaving Demonstrator (non-gazetted) in the scale Rs.3100 –5060 with prescribed educational qualification of H.S.L.C. and successful completion of a two-year certificate course in Handloom from Handloom Training Institute, Mendipathar.
2. The next post in line is Weaving Instructor (WTC), which is a promotion post from the
post of Weaving Demonstrator and the scale of pay is Rs.3450-5650/-
3. The next posts in the higher level are Weaving Inspector, Deputy Handloom Officer, Expert Dyer & Designing-cum-Pattern Supervisor which are promotion posts for the Weaving Instructor (WTC), and the scale of pay is Rs.4500-7660/-.
4. The next post in line is Extension Officer, Handloom in the scale of pay of Rs.5100-
8740/- which also is a promotion post from the post of Weaving Inspector, Deputy Handloom Officer, Expert Dyer & Designing-cum-Pattern Supervisor.
5. The next post is Instructor, Handloom Training Institute, Mendipathar in the scale of pay
of Rs.5100-8740/- where educational qualification prescribed is P.U. (Science) – (P.C.M.) and 3 (three) years training at Indian Institute of Handloom Technology, Guwahati an Institute under the Govt. of India.
6. The next post is Handloom Research Officer in the scale of pay of Rs.5500-9760/- where
educational qualification prescribed is Bachelor of Science and 3 (three) years training at Indian Institute of Handloom Technology, Guwahati.
7. The next posts in line are District Handloom Officer and Handloom Development Officer
(Gazetted) in the scale of pay of Rs.5900-9180/-. In this level 50% of the posts are filled up by promotion and 50% by direct recruitment.
9. The following posts in the hierarchy are all promotion posts:-
(a) Zonal Officer, Weaving - Rs.6350- 11130/- (b) Principal H.T.I. - Rs.7750-12115/-
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(c) Deputy Director , Weaving - Rs.8750-13100/-
(2) The entry level posts of Rearer in Sericulture Wing and Weaving Demonstrator in Weaving/Handloom Wing have been prescribed with identical educational qualifications but are placed in different pay scales.
(3) Both the above entry level posts have been prescribed with added qualification, that
is, 15 months training course in the case of the Rearer and 2 (two) years training course in the case of the Weaving Demonstrator.
12.36.5. Having carefully considered the above, the Commission recommends the following:-
Non-Gazetted Posts
(1) The post of Rearer in Sericulture Wing may be redesignated as Sericulture Demonstrator
and its pay scale be upgraded notionally as such and all duties and responsibilities attached to the post shall become part of the duties and responsibilities to be performed by the Sericulture Demonstrators. In view thereof, the entry point in Sericulture Wing will be at the post of Sericulture Demonstrator.
(2) The post of Sericulture Demonstrator and Weaving Demonstrator in both the Wings to be
placed notionally in the existing pay scale of Rs.3450 - 5650/-. (3) The posts of Supervisor and Field-Cum-Laboratory Assistant in Sericulture Wing and
Weaving Instructor (WTC) to be placed notionally in the existing pay scale of Rs.3725 - 6165/-.
(4) The post of Farm Manager / Sericulture Inspector / Reeling Foreman under Sericulture
Wing and Inspector/Deputy Handloom Officer/Expert Dyer and Designing-cum-Pattern Supervisor under Weaving Wing to be placed notionally in the existing pay scale of Rs.4900 - 8300/-.
(5) The post of Sericulture Research Assistant, Instructor (STI) and Extension Officer under Sericulture Wing and Extension Officer (Handloom) and Instructor, Handloom Training Institute under Weaving Wing to be placed notionally in the existing pay scale of Rs.5500 - 9760/-.
(6) The post of Handloom Research Officer to be placed notionally in the existing pay scale of Rs.5750 - 10120/-.
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Gazetted Posts
(1) The District level posts of Sericulture Development Officer, District Sericulture Officer under the Sericulture Wing and the Handloom Development Officer and District Handloom Officer under the Weaving Wing to be placed notionally in the scale of Rs.6350 - 11130/-. However, persons appointed on promotion to the posts respectively but not duly qualified are to be placed notionally in the existing pay scale of Rs.6100 - 10795/-
(2) The posts of Zonal Officer in both Wings and Principals of S.T.I. & H.T.I to be clubbed together in the scale of Rs.7750 - 12115/-
12.36.6. The Commission also recommends the cadre structure of the Sericulture and Weaving Department as indicated below :-
Sl. No.
Name of the post & grade Scale of pay Permanent Temp Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 SENIOR GRADE
Joint Directors
Deputy Directors
10000 -14800/-
8750 -13100
2 2
1 -
3 2
JUNIOR ADMINISTRATIVE GRADE Sericulture Research Officer
Principal, S.T.I Principal, H.T.I. Zonal Officer, Weaving Zonal Officer, Sericulture
7750 - 12115/- -do- -do- -do- -do-
1 1 1 2 2
- - - - -
1 1 1 2 2
JUNIOR GRADE
District Sericulture Officer Sericulture Development Officer District Handloom Officer Handloom Development Officer Handloom Research Officer Instructor, S.T.I Instructor, H.T.I.
6350 – 11130/- -do-
-do- -do-
5750 – 10120/- 5300 – 9180/-
-do-
5 1
5 1 - 4 3
1 1 - -
1 - -
6 2
5 1
1 4 3
Total 31 04 35
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Total - 35
Deputation Reserve @ 10% - 03 Leave Reserve @ 15 % - 05 Training Reserve @ 15% - 05
Total - 48
12.36.7. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the various posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Joint Director 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
3. Deputy Director, Sericulture
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
4. Deputy Director Weaving
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Deputy Director, Planning (Sericulture and Weaving)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
6. Sericulture Research Officer
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
7. Principal, Sericulture Training Institute
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
8. Principal, Handloom Training Institute
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
9. Engineering Supervisor 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (For B.E. Degree Holders) 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795 (For Diploma Holders)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For B.E. Degree Holders) 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 (For Diploma Holders)
10. Zonal Officer, Weaving 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
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11. Zonal Officer, Sericulture
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
12. Statistical Officer, Sericulture and Weaving
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (For P.G. Degree Holder in Statistics/ Economics/ Mathema-tics or Bachelor Degree holder in concerned subject with 10 years experience)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For P.G. Degree Holder in Statistics/ Economics/ Mathema-tics or Bachelor Degree holder in concerned subject with 10 years experience)
13. District Sericulture Officer,
5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
Persons on promotion to the posts but not duly qualified will draw the pay scale of 16300 -500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260.
14. Sericulture Development Officer
5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
15. District Handloom Officer
5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
16. Handloom Development Officer
5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
17. Handloom Research Officer
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
18. Instructor, Sericulture Training Institute
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
19. Subordinate Engineer Grade – I
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
20. Statistical Assistant
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180 (For Bachelor Degree Holders in Economics, Statistics and Mathematics)
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080 (For Bachelor Degree Holders in Economics, Statistics and Mathematics)
21. Information Officer, Sericulture and Weaving
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
22. Instructor, Handloom Training Institute
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
23. Sericulture Research Assistant
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
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24. Extension Officer (Sericulture)
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
25. Extension Officer (Handloom)
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
26. Weaving Inspector 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
27. Deputy Handloom Officer
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
28. Expert Dyer 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
29. Designing-cum-Pattern Instructor
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
30. Reeling Foreman 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
31. Manager 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
32. Sericulture Inspector 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
33. Publicity Assistant-cum-Translator
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
34. Librarian 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
35. Farm Supervisor 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
36. Supervisor, Mulberry Silk Farm
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
37. Grainage Supervisor 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
38. Craft Nursery Supervisor
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
39. Silk Reeling Supervisor 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
40. Sericulture Supervisor 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
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41. Supervisor for Mulberry Nursery
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
42. Supervisor for Eri Silk Farm
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
43. Supervisor for Muga Silk Farm
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
44. Supervisor for Mulberry Nursery-Cum-Chowkidar Reeling Centres
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
45. Supervisor for Eri Spinning Centre
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
46. Supervisor for Muga Nursery
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
47. Field-Cum-Laboratory Assistant
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
48. Weaving Instructor, (W.T.C)
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
49. Sericulture Demonstrator
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
50. Weaving Demonstrator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
51. Cotton Spinning Demonstrator
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
52. Weaving Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
53. Textile Designer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
54. Block Printing Expert 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
55. Technical Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
56. Expert Printer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
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57. Knitting Demonstrator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
58. Tailoring Demonstrator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
59. Power Tiller Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
60. Mechanic 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
61. Store Keeper-Cum-Cashier
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
62. Textile Demonstrator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
63. Sales Assistant 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
64. Rearer 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
To be rede-signated as Sericulture Demonstrator [Ref. Item(1) & (2) of para (2.35.5)]
65. Boiler Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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SOCIAL WELFARE
12.37.1. Social Welfare Department deals with the social and economic development of the weaker sections of people in the State, i.e., women, children, physically challenged and juvenile delinquents. It implements Supplementary Nutrition Programme in Urban Areas, Anti Drugs Programmes, runs the Juvenile Home, gives financial assistance to handicapped students/persons and vocational training to the physically-challenged persons and training to women for self-employment. The Department also administers the Juvenile Justice Act, Domestic Violence Protection Act, Immoral Traffic Prevention Act and Dowry Prohibition Act. The centrally sponsored Integrated Child Development Service (ICDS) scheme, which is one of the largest Child Welfare Programme in the country, is one of the important activities of the Department. This scheme is implemented in all Community and Rural Development Blocks of the State. 12.37.2. The Directorate of Social Welfare is headed by a Director, borne on IAS/MCS Cadre. He is assisted by the Additional Director, Joint Director, Deputy Director and Assistant Directors. 12.37.3. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the various posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director of Social Welfare
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
2. Additional Director 10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
3. Joint Director Social Welfare
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
4. Deputy Director Social Welfare
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Assistant Director Social Welfare (General)
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
6. Assistant Director Social Welfare (ICDS)
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
7. Assistant Director (Social Defence)
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
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8. Programme Officer (ICDS)
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
9. District Social Welfare Officer
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
10. District Programme Officer
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
11. Research Officer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
12.
Child Welfare and Probation Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (If held by a member of the Social Welfare Service) 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795 (For others)
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (If held by a member of the Social Welfare Service) 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 (For others)
13. Social Welfare Officer (Drugs and Other Social evils)
14. Superintendent Training for Self Employment of Women in Need of Care and Protection
15. Child Development Project Officer
16. Chief Instructor (ATC/ICDS)
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
17. Audit Officer 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
18. Probation Officer (Case Worker Children’s Home)
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
19. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
20. Assistant Auditor 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
21. Education Teacher (Children’s Home)
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
22. Assistant Child Deve lopment Project Officer
4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
23. Nutritionist 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
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24. Health Instructor 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
25. Pre School Instuctor 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
26. Accountant Senior 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
27. Instructor (ATC/ICDS)
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
28. Assistant Superintendent (Children’s Home)
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
29. Mukhya Sevika Supervisor ICDS/SDWO
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 (For Graduate) 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 (For under Graduate)
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880 (For Graduate) 9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (For under Graduate)
30. Accountant Junior
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
31. Supervisor , Fruit Processing Unit
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
32. Skilled Assistant (For Training Centres for Women)
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650 (For Matriculate with Diploma)
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (For Matriculate with Diploma)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (Non-Matriculate with Diploma)
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 (Non-Matriculate with Diploma)
33. Accountant Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
34. Craft Instructor (Children’s Home)
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
35. Matron-Cum-Store Keeper (Training Centre for Women)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
36. Cinema Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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37. Matron (Children’s Home/Anganwadi Training Centre)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
38. Care-Taker (Children’s Home)
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
39. Helper (Fruit Processing Scheme)
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
40. Cook (Children’s Home)
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
41. Sweeper (Children’s Home)
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION
12.38.1. Soil & Water Conservation Department is responsible for the conservation, protection and management of the major natural resources in the state namely, soil, water, vegetation; enhancement and sustenance of the productivity of land available for primary production system (crop production, livestock raising, cash/horticultural crop raising, forest-crop raising, fodder and pasture crop raising); maintenance of beneficial relationship between land and water to reduce hazards of drought and flood; identification of areas which require soil and water conservation interventions and to combat destructive agricultural practices of shifting cultivation or jhumming. The Department has, therefore, to take up the challenging task of controlling the depleting natural resources through various schemes/programmes with the objective of conserving the vital resources and gearing them up towards achieving sustained food production, generating employment and adoption of improved techniques for ensuring food security. It is the nodal Department for implementation of Integrated Wastelands Development Programme, Landslides Mitigation, Watershed Development Programme in shifting cultivation Areas, Jatropha Cultivation/Coffee, etc. and also projects financed by NABARD. 12.38.2. The Director, as the Head of Department, is assisted by the Joint Directors, Planning Officer, Assistant Soil Conservation Officers, etc.. At the District level there are functional and territorial Divisions headed by the Joint Director and assisted by the District Soil Conservation Officer and Assistant Soil Conservation Officer. All of these officers are borne on the Meghalaya Soil Conservation Service. The Department also has a Training Institute at Byrnihat. 12.38.3 Cadre-structure and Cadre Management :- The existing cadre position of the Service as per Schedule-I to the Service Rules and subsequent addition there show the following:-
Sl No
Name of Post Scale of Pay No. of posts Total Pempt. Temp.
1 2 3 4 5 6 1. Director 11750-15625 1 - 1
2. Addl. Director 10750-14800 - 1 1
3. Joint Director 10000-14075 3 - 3
4. DSCO/PO/M&EO/ Instructor
8750-13100 5 15 20
5. ASCO 6350-11130 19 25 44
Total 28 41 69
12.38.4. The Commission took note that over the years no cadre review exercise had ever been made. After due study of the Service Rules, existing cadre status and the submissions received from the Service Association and also the Department, it recommends that 25 per cent of the existing 44 posts (Rs. 6350-11130/-) be earmarked and classified as Junior Administrative Grade with notional pay of Rs.6850-11600/-. In addition, the existing post of Instructor (Rs.8750-13100/-) and Assistant Instructor (Rs.6350 -11130/-) be designated as Senior Instructor , Instructor, respectively. The
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Commission accordingly recommends the revised Cadre-Structure for this Service which also will have suitable provisions for Deputation Reserve, Leave Reserve and Training Reserve and as below :-
Sl No
Name of Post Existing Pay Scale
Revised pay scale
No. of posts Total Pempt. Temp.
1 2 3 4 5 6 1. Director 11750-15625 31300-41800 1 - 1
2. Addl. Director 10750-14800 28700-40100 - 1 1
3. Joint Director 10000-14075 26700-37900 3 - 3
4. Divl.Soil Con. Officer/ Planning Officer,SCO (Monitoring & Eva.)/ Sr. Instructor.
8750-13100 23300-35050 13 7 20
5 Jr. Administrative Gde/ASCO/Instructor
6850-11600 18300-30460 - 11 11
6. ASCO/ Instructor 6350-11130 17000-30440 - - 33
Total 21 24 69
Add : Deputation Reserve @ 10% … 7 Training Reserve @ 10% … 7 Leave Reserve @ 10% … 7 Total strength :- 90
12.38.5. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Additional Director 10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
3. Joint Director 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
4. Planning Officer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Divisional Soil & Water Conservation Officer
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
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6. Soil & Water Conservation Officer (Monitoring and Evaluation)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
7. Instructor (Soil & Water Conservation/ Forestry/ Agronomy/ Extension/ Engineering)
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050 To be re-designated as Senior Instuctor.
8. Assistant Soil & Water Conservation Officer (Mechanical/ Extension /Cartography/Civil Engineering/Instructor/ Remote Sensing/ Monitoring and Evaluation Unit/Agro/ Forestry/Horticulture/ Soil Silvi Analyst Engineering/ Soil Chemistry/Soil Testing)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
9. Medical & Health Officer
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
10. Assistant Instructor (Agro/Forestry/Soil & Water Conservation/ Engineering)
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 To be re-designated as Instructor
11. Soil & Water Conservation Ranger (Remote Sensing Overseer/ Foreman /Soil Testing)
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
12. Overseer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
13. Draughtsman Grade – I 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
14. Foreman Mechanic 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
15. Foreman 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
16. Statistical Assistant 5100-140-5940-EB- 14100-410-16560-EB-
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150-7140-160-8740 440-20080-500-25080
17. Sub-Engineer Grade – I (Electrical)
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
18. Sub-Engineer Grade – I (Mechanical)
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
19. Librarian 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
20. Head Assistant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
21. Accountant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
22. Artist 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
23. Compiler 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
24. Welder 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
25. Surveyor Grade – I (Diploma Holder)
4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
26. Surveyor Grade – II (Certificate Holder)
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
27. Surveyor Grade – III (Non-Certificate holder)
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
28. Draughtsman Grade – II
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
29. Head Mechanic (Electrical)
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
30. Laboratory Technician-cum-Operator
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
31. Staff Nurse 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
32. Soil & Water Conservation Demonstrator (Senior)
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
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33. Pharmacist/ Compounder
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
34. Soil & Water Conservation Demonstrator (Junior)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
35. Range Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
36. Store Assisant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
37. Store Keeper 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
38. Mechanic 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
39. Plumber 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
40. Power Tiller Operator/Tractor Driver
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
41. Bull Dozer Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
42. Electrician 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
43. Physical Training and Games Instructor
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
44. Audio Visual Aide Operator
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
45. Cinema Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
46. Soil & Water Conservation Demonstrator (Junior) (under qualified)
2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
47. Mechanic Helper 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
48. Mechanic Cleaner 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
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49. Power Pump Operator 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
50. Soil & Water Conservation Field Worker
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
51. Rubber Tapper 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
52. Rubber Budder 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
53. Head Cook 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
54. All Grade IV posts. (Plantation Mali, Dak Runner, Laboratory Attendant, Server, Helper for Cook, Helper for Electrician, Helper for Cinema Operator, Helper for Blue Print Machine, Khalasi, Chainman, Care-taker, Cook Chowkidar, Special Messenger, Peon, Handyman/Tractor/ Truck/ Bus/Bull dozer)
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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SPORTS AND YOUTH AFFAIRS
12.39.1. The main objective of Sports and Youth Affairs Department is to create necessary infrastructure, promote excellence in sports and games and also take up related youth welfare activities. It provides financial assistance in the form of grants to different Sports and Youth Organisations, Associations, Clubs, Schools and Colleges to improve their existing infrastructure. Another important function of this Department is capacity building, empowerment and awareness programmes for the youths under different youth welfare programmes. 12.39.2. The Directorate is headed by a Director borne on IAS/MCS cadre and assisted by a Deputy Director, Assistant Director, Special Director and Coaches. The Directorate also monitors the functioning of the District Sports Offices, ensures that the programmes are organized in the districts and deserving NGOs are assisted for taking up programmes. It coordinates with NEC/DONER, especially for major tournaments like National Tournaments and infrastructure creation like indoor and outdoor stadiums. 12.39.3.(1). At the District level, the District Sports Officer is the Head of Office. He is assisted by the Junior Coaches and Physical Training Instructors. The Meghalaya Sports & Youth Affairs Services in its Memorandum requested for review of their Cadre with regard to the pay structure.
12.39.3.(2).As per Meghalaya Sports & Youth Affairs Draft Service Rules, the categories of posts
under each Grade are as indicated below :‐
Sl. No.
Name of the posts Scale of pay
Number of posts Permanent Temp. Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 1. Deputy Director 8750-13100 - 1 1 2. Asstt. Director
7750 -
12115/- - 1 1
3. District Sports Officer
5500 – 9760/-
- 7 7
4. Special Officer
5500 – 9760/-
1 - 1
5. Senior Coach/PTI 5300 – 9180/-
- 6 6
6. Junior Coach/PTI 5100 – 8740/-
5 3 18
Total 6 28 34
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12.39.3.(3). An analysis of the above specifically shows that the present Cadre Schedule and Strength consists of 3(three) Grades only. The Cadre of the Service have not however provided for any Deputation Training & Leave Reserves. 12.39.4.(1). The Meghalaya Sports & Youth Service in its Memorandum has also requested for giving them better pay as indicated below :-
(1). Junior Coach/PTI - Rs. 5500 – 9760/- (a) HSSLC with Certificate Course in Physical Education/ -Rs. 6850-11600/- Coaching (b) Graduate with Degree in - Rs. 7750-12500/- Physical Education. NIS Diploma (2). Senior Coach on promotion from - Rs. 7750-12500/- Junior Coach/PTI (3). District Sports Officer/Special - Rs. 8750-13100/- Officer/Opting to continue as Coaches: Selection Grade ‘C’ (4). Assistant Director/Coaches : - Rs. 10000-14675/- Selection Grade ‘B’ (5). Deputy Director - Rs. 10750-15675/- (6). Joint Director/Coaches: Super Time - Rs. 11750- 15629/- Scale
12.39.4.(2). The submission in the Memorandum pertaining to categories of the posts of Coaches i.e. Grade III, II, I and Selection Grade with appropriate scales of pay appears to form a separate stream. This aspect would perhaps need further examination by the Administrative Department as two distinct streams in a single cadre may lead to administrative difficulties in future in regard to promotion of members of the Service to higher posts. 12.39.4.(3). It may be mentioned here that the post of Special Officer in the Headquarters does not commensurate to the Cadre. Posts with such nomenclature are normally ex-cadre posts. The post may therefore be re-designated as Sports Officers(Hqr). Further, the District Sports Officers are D.D.Os., Heads of Office and shoulder more responsibilities from the administrative point of view and therefore it is earnestly felt that they may be placed at a better pay scale than they are placed now. They may, therefore, be placed notionally at the existing scale of pay of Rs.6100 – 10,795/- and the revised scale of pay of Rs. 16,300-29,260/- will apply.
12.39.5. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
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2. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-
300-13100 23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
3. Assistant Director 7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
4. Special Officer, Sports 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
To be re-designated as Sports Officer(Hqs)
5. District Sports Officer 5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
6. Senior Coach 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
7. Junior Coach/Physical Training Instructor
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
8. Computer Operator 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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TOURISM
12.40.1. The main function of Tourism Department is to promote tourism in the State through information, publicity and creation of infrastructure for the development of tourist spots to attract tourists and also generate revenue. 12.40.2. At the Directorate level, the Head of Department is the Director, borne on the IAS/MCS cadre and assisted by the Deputy Director, the Information-cum-Publicity Officer, Tourist Officer and Engineers. The Directorate has 6(six) subordinate offices located at New Delhi, Kolkata, Guwahati, Tura, Jowai and Baghmara under the supervision of Tourist Officers. These offices are responsible for identifying new tourist spots, publicity, provision of accommodation and arrangement of transport service to toursists and undertake conducted tours. They also liaise with other State Tourism Departments/ Corporations and other organisations. 12.40.3. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under this Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
2. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
3. Executive Engineer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
4. Assistant Engineer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. Statistical Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
6. Information-cum-Publicity Officer
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
7. Tourist Officer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
8. Statistical Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
9. Accountant-Cum-Cashier
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
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10. Receptionist 3975-100-4575-EB-110-
5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
11 Photographer 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
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TRANSPORT
12.41.1. The function of Transport Department is primarily regulatory in nature but it also is a revenue earning Department. The Department is responsible for the administration of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1988, the Motor Vehicle Rules framed thereunder and the Motor Vehicle Taxation Act, 1936 and Motor Vehicle Taxation Rules.
12.41.2. At the Directorate level, the Commissioner of Transport, borne on the IAS/MCS cadre is the Head of Office. He is assisted by Deputy Commissioner of Transport, Assistant Commissioner of Transport, Ex-Officio Secretary (State Transport Authority) and District Transport Officer (Enforcement) at the Directorate level and the District Transport Officers at the District level. The Directorate of Transport consists of five branches, namely, Establishment Branch, Enforcement, Survey Cell, Pool Organization and State Transport Authority.
12.41.3. At the District level, the District Transport Officer is the Head of Office. He is the Registering Authority and Licensing Authority as well as the Tax Collecting Authority for vehicles. He is assisted by the Enforcement Inspector; Enforcement Checkers and Motor Vehicle Inspectors.
12.41.4. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Commissioner of Transport
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
2. Deputy Commissioner of Transport
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
3. Assistant Commissioner
7750-250-9000-EB-275-10375-290-12115
20700-600-24300-700-27100-820-32020
4. Special Judicial Magistrate, Transport
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
5. Finance and Account Officer
Borne on Meghalaya Finance Service Cadre
Borne on Meghalaya Finance Service Cadre
6. Statistical Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
7. District Transport Officer (Enforcement)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
8. District Transport Officer (S)
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
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9. Inspector of Statistics 5500-160-6460-EB-
175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
10. Assistant Auditor 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
11. Pool Officer 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
12. Motor Vehicle Inspector
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
13. Superintendent, State Transport Authority
4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
14. Enforcement Inspector 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
15. Head Mechanic 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
16. Second Grade Mechanic
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
17. Third Grade Mechanic 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
18. Enforcement Checker 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
19. Time Keeper 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
20. Gate Keeper 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
21. Car Washer 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
22. Gate Chowkidar/Helper 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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URBAN AFFAIRS
12.42.1. Urbanization in Meghalaya has maintained a steady and increasing trend during 1991 – 2001 which recorded 19.67% as against 18.60% during 1981 – 1991. The increase in urban population was 37.44% during 1991 – 2001 whereas the population growth of the State was only 29.93% during the period. The trend of concentration of urban population continues to be in the urban agglomeration of the capital city, Shillong. Shillong and Tura account for 71.93% of the total population.
12.42.2. The functions and objectives of Urban Affairs Department are basically focused on the development and proper management of the urban areas in the State. The Department is mainly responsible for the provision of infrastructure and development programmes in the urban areas with special emphasis on improvement of civic amenities and revamping the urban infrastructure in the urban centres. Stress is also given towards improvement of the quality of life on the urban poor through improvement of their physical environment, social welfare and employment generation.
12.42.3. At the Directorate level the Director of Urban Affairs is assisted by the Joint Director and other officials who coordinate all the developmental programmes of the Department at the State level. At the District level, the District Urban Planners heads the offices at Shillong, Tura and Jowai while the Assistant Engineers heads the District Offices at Williamnagar and Nongstoin.
12.42.4. Besides these, there are two other organizations under the administrative control of the Department. One is the Meghalaya Urban Development Authority whose function is to enforce and implement the Master Plan prepared by the Department, issue building permissions, enforce development control regulations, etc. and act as the nodal agency for the setting up of a Satellite Township near Shillong and the other is the Meghalaya Urban Development Agency which is the nodal organization for coordinating and monitoring of urban poverty alleviation and slum improvement programmes.
12.42.5. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Director
11750-375-13625-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
2. Joint Director 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
3. Deputy Director 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
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4. Executive Engineer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
5. District Urban Planner
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
6. Architect 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
7. Survey Officer 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
8. Research Officer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
9. Assistant Urban Planner
6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
10. Assistant Engineer 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
11. Assistant Architect 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 (For B.Arch Degree Holder) 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 (For B.Arch Degree Holder) 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
12. Senior Surveyor 6350-225-7700-EB-240-9380-250-11130 For B.E. Degree Holders 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795 For non B.E. Graduates.
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440 For B.E. Degree Holders 16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260 For non B.E. Graduates.
13. Assistant Research Officer
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
14. Junior Engineer
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
15. Surveyor Grade - I 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
16. Planning Draughts-man Grade – I
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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17. Cartographer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
18. Research Assistant 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
19. Assistant Cartographer
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
20. Surveyor Grade – II 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
21. Sub-Engineer Grade – II
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
22. Planning Draughts-man Grade – II
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
23. Investigator 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
24. Tracer 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
25. Section Assistant 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
26. Record Keeper 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
27. Khalasi 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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WEIGHTS & MEASURES 12.43.1. The main function of the Weights & Measures Department is to maintain uniformity and accuracy in weights and measures by ensuring uniform usage of weighing and measuring instruments by traders in the State. It implements the provisions of the Standards of Weights and Measures Act, 1976, the Standards of Weights & Measures (Enforcement) Act, 1985, the Meghalaya Standards of Weights & Measures (Enforcement) Rules, 1989 and the Standards of Weights & Measures (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 1977.
12.43.2. The Directorate is headed by the Controller of Weights and Measures borne on the IAS/MCS cadre. He is assisted by Joint Controller, Deputy Controller and Inspectors of Weights & Measures. 12.43.3. (1). The Commission was informed that the Inspectors of Weights and Measures with 8 years of service as such were conferred with gazetted status and those below remain as non-gazetted officers. The Service Association submitted that all Inspectors of Weights & Measures, irrespective of whether one is gazetted or otherwise, perform the same functions/duties and responsibilities and, therefore, the conditions of 8 years for the gazetted status should be reconsidered. The Commission has examined the submissions in detail and observes as follows:- (a) The qualification prescribed for the post is B.Sc. in specified subject (i.e., Physics) or
Bachelor of Engineering with successful completion of Basic Training Course for four months at the Indian Institute of Legal Metrology, Ranchi.
(b) The Inspector of Weights and Measures functions as Head of Office in the respective
Districts and is the Drawing and Disbursing Officer. 12.43.3. (2). In consideration of the above aspects, the Commission recommends that the Inspectors of Weights and Measures conferred with gazetted status on the basis of their having rendered 8 (eight) years service in the post may be placed notionally in the existing pay scale of Rs.6100 – 10795/- and the revised pay scale of Rs.16300 – 29260/- will apply to them. 12.43.4. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the posts under the Department:-
Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1. Controller of Weights and Measures
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
Borne on IAS/MCS Cadre
2. Joint Controller of Weights and Measures
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
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3. Deputy Controller of Weights and Measures
8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
4. Assistant Controller of Weights and Measures
6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-31130
5. Inspector of Weights and Measures
5500-160-6460-EB-175-7860-190-9760 B.Sc. in Physics or B.E. and on successful training in all India Institute of Legal Metrology
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220 B.Sc. in Physics or B.E. with successful training in all India Institute of Legal Metrology
For those Inspectors who have rendered eight years service and conferred with gazetted status, the revised scale of pay of Rs.16300 – 29260/- will apply.
6. Instrument Mechanic 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
7. Manual Assistant 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
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COMMON CATEGORIES OF POSTS 12.44.1. There are a number of Group C and D posts which are common to all or almost all Departments of the Government such as the post of Peon, Chowkidar, Mali, Sweeper, Duftry, Jamadar, Chaprasi, Driver and ministerial employees such as Typist, Stenographers Grade II and III, Lower Division Assistant, Upper Division Assistant, and some others which have the same nature of duties and responsibilities but with different scales of pay. These posts exists in the offices of the Heads of Departments and District and Subordinate Offices and are classified as “Common Categories of Posts.” However, in the District level offices there is no cadre of Typists. All the Lower Division Assistants are required to have the typing speed of at least 30 words per minute and typing work in the office is entrusted to them. 12.44.2. The Commission examined the submissions of the Ministerial Employees Service Association of the Heads of Departments and District and Subordinate Offices. 12.44.3. The Commission recommends the following revised scales of pay for the various posts:- Sl. No.
Name of Service or Post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
I. MINISTERIAL STAFF
(A) HEADS OF DEPARTMENT
1. Registrar 5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
2. Superintendent 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14700-440-17340-EB-460-21020-520-26220
3. Supervisory Assistant 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
4. Upper Division Assistant
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
5. Lower Division Assistant
3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
(B) DISTRICT AND SUBORDINATE OFFICES
1. Head Assistants in the Office of Deputy Commissioners/ Sub-Divisional Officer (C)
4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
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2. Head Assistant in other Subordinate Offices
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
3. Supervisory Assistant, Office of Deputy Commissioners and Divisional Officers (C)
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
4. Supervisory Assistant in other District and Subordinate Offices
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
5. Upper Division Assistant
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
6. Lower Division Assistant
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
II. STENOGRAPHERS
1. Stenographer Grade – II
4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
2. Stenographer Grade – III
3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
3. Underqualified Stenographer
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
III. TYPISTS
1. Typist (Senior Grade) 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
2. Typist (Ordinary Grade)
For Grade – I 4250-110-4910-EB-120-5870-130-7170 (60 words per Minute) Typists with a minimum of three years of qualifying service in Grade-II are eligible to appear in the Speed Test for Grade-I
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
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For Grade – II 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165 (45 words per Minute) Typists with three years qualifying service in Grade-III are eligible to appear in the Speed Test for Grade-II
9900-260-11460-EB-280- 13700-330-17000
For Grade-III 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (30 words per Minute) The existing system of Selection Grade Typist may be done away with.
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
IV. DRIVERS
1. Drivers of Bull Dozers/ Autograders/ Power Graders/ Tractors/Road Roller/ Power Winch/Head Engine/Crane/ Cater-Piller/Motor Grader/ Senior Driver of Raj Bhavan/ Power Tiller Operator (Notification No. F(PR)-98/97/125 dated 10.9.02)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
2. Drivers of Trucks Jeep/Car Operator of Compressor/ Junior Driver at Raj Bhavan
2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620 (For Junior Grade)
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160 (For Junior Grade)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060 (For Senior Grade)
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240 (For Senior Grade)
3. Driver of Marboat/Operator of Crusher/Granulator/ Concrete Mixer/Out-board Engine and other Stationary Engines
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130 (For Junior Grade)
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180 (For Junior Grade)
2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620 (For Senior Grade)
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160 (For Senior Grade)
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V. OTHER GROUP ‘C’ POSTS
1. Duftry/Jamadar/Head Chowkidar/Head Mali in all Offices.
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
VI. GROUP ‘D’ POSTS
1. Chowkidar/Chaprasi/ Cleaner Cook/Dak Runner/ Handyman/ Jugali/Messenger/Night Chowkidar/Peon/ Sweeper/Process Server, Peon and all such posts in Group ‘D’ Service not mentioned above.
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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ASSEMBLY SECRETARIAT
12.45.1. The Meghalaya Legislative Assembly was constituted in 1972 under Section 73 of the Representation of the People Act 1951 (43 of 1951), in exercise of the provision laid down in Chapter III, Article 168 (i) of the Constitution of India. The Constitution also provides that for every State Legislative Assembly there shall be a separate Secretariat. The independent status of the Assembly Secretariat has been recognized by Government vide Office Order No. PER.148/72/34 dated 12th February, 1973 in which it was established that the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly Secretariat shall function as its own Administrative Department. 12.45.2. The officers and staff of the Secretariat are required to cater to the multifarious requirements of the Members of the Legislative Assembly and render timely assistance to them in the discharge of their legislative functions. The functions of the Secretariat is governed by the rules and procedures laid down in the “Practice and Procedure in Parliament” and also by the “Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly.” The Commission notes that no Service Rules for the purpose of regulating the conditions of service matters relating to recruitment, promotion, training of officers and staff including departmental examination etc. have been framed. It accordingly suggests that a codified Service Rules be prepared with due expeditiousness. 12.45.3. The Commission was informed that there is no Service Rules for regulating the service matters, including recruitment/appointment, promotion, etc. for the Assembly Secretariat. It suggests that Service Rules in respect of Group ‘A’ posts/services, other subordinate services/posts and also officers/employees of the Assembly Press should be framed within a fixed time-frame. 12.45.4. The Assembly Secretariat is under the control and supervision of the Hon’ble Speaker. The Secretary of the Assembly, as the administrative head, exercises all administrative powers delegated by the Speaker. The Secretary is assisted by officers of the different branches of the Secretariat which comprise the following:-
(1) The Office of the Speaker. (2) The Office of the Deputy Speaker. (3) The Office of the Leader of Opposition. (4) The Office of the Government Chief Whip. (5) The Office of the Government Deputy Chief Whip. (6) The Office of the Opposition Chief Whip. (7) The Office of the Opposition Deputy Chief Whip. (8) The Committee Branch which comprises twelve Assembly Committees under the
supervision of the Committee Officers. (9) The Reporting Branch. (10) The Watch and Ward Branch under the supervision of the Marshall. (11) The Library Branch under the supervision of the Librarian. (12) The Assembly Press under the supervision of the Manager. (13) The Assembly Hostel under the supervision of the Hostel Superintendent.
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(14) The Editing & Debates Branch under the supervision of the Officer on Special Duty (Debates).
(15) The Electrical Branch. (16) The Legislation Branch. (17) The Establishment Branch. (18) The Accounts Branch. (19) The Issue Branch. (20) The Typist Branch. (21) The Nazarat Branch.
12.45.5. All these Branches and posts in the Secretariat were created on the pattern of the administrative set up prevailing in Legislative Assembly Secretariats of other States in the Country. It had also been the practice since the very inception of this Secretariat to adopt in toto the pay structure of the Meghalaya Civil Secretariat for its employees; the staffing pattern is also more or less identical. 12.45.6. The Commission has examined the matter in detail including having interactions with Secretary and other employees relating to the pay scales and allowances applicable to the employees of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly Secretariat, who are considered as State Government employees and brought within the purview of the Commission vide Government letter No. F(PR)-51/2007/9 dated 25th April, 2008 and recommends the following scales of pay for the posts, keeping in view the following changes which are recommended:
a) The Committee Officer and the Private Secretary may enjoy the same scale as those
of Under Secretary and Private Secretary to Ministers respectively; b) The Commission does not see the rationality of having the post of Special Officer in
addition to the posts of Deputy Secretary and Officer on Special Duty (Debates). If it is only a functional nomenclature the existing scale of the Under Secretary may continue for this post.
c) In case of Reporters, the Commission is of the view that the pay sale should be:
i) Chief Reporter : 8750 – 13100 ii) Senior Grade Reporter : 7750 – 12115 iii) Grade I Reporter : 6850 – 11600 The present Senior Grade Reporters may continue to enjoy the higher scale personal to them; future promotees should be given the new scale.
d) No other changes are suggested.
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ASSEMBLY PRESS WING
12.45.7. The Commission took note that the next promotional posts of Section Holder and Junior Reader which are in the existing cadre of pay is Rs. 5100-8740/- are the posts of Foreman and Senior Reader which carry the existing pay scale of Rs. 5300-9180/- respectively. In view of the above, the Commission recommends that the aforesaid post of Foremen and Senior Reader be notionally placed in the scale of pay of Rs. 5500-9760/- and therefore the proposed revised scale of 14700-26220 shall apply. 12.45.8. At present the conditions of service, the status of the Secretary of the Assembly Secretariat, ministerial, gazetted and non-gazetted staff, etc., have the same status and receive such emoluments as are admissible to the Government employees of the corresponding categories and grades in the Meghalaya Civil Secretariat. Keeping in view of the above, the Commission recommends the revised scales to the following posts:- Sl. No
Name of service or post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5 GENERAL
1
Secretary
13200-475-17000
35300-1100-40800-1300-46000
2 Additional Secretary 11750-375-13625-EB-400-15625
31300-1000-36300-1100-41800
3 Joint Secretary 10750-325-12700-350-14800
28700-900-34100-1000-40100
4 Deputy Secretary 10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
5 Officer on Special Duty (Debates)
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
6 Special Officer 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
7 Under Secretary 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
8 Chief Reporter 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050
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9 Senior Grade
Reporter 8750-275-10400-EB-300-13100
23300-700-26800-800-30800-850-35050 (For present incum- bents only)
Future pro-motees to be allowed the pay scale of 20700 – 32020.
10 Grade I Reporter 6850-240-8290-EB-250-10040-260-11600
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-30460
11 Librarian 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
12 Assistant Research Officer
6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
13 Marshal 6100-200-7300-EB-225-8875-240-10795
16300-500-19300-EB-520-23460-580-29260
14 Private Secretary to Hon’ble Speaker
5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-30460
15 Committee Officer 5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-30460
16 Superintendent 5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-30460
17 Assistant Superintendent
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
18 Subordinate Engineer 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
19 Upper Division Assistant
4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
20 Cashier
4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
21 Watch & Ward Officer
4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
22 Steno Grade II 4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
23 Senior Watch & Ward
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
24 Assistant Librarian 4250-110-4910-EB-120- 11300-310-13160-EB-
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5870-130-7170 340-15880-400-19880 25 Senior Grade Typist 3975-100-4575-EB-110-
5455-120-6655 10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
26 Electrical Supervisor 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
27 Data Entry Operator 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280 (For Degree holders in any discipline with 1½ year Diploma in Computer Applications/ Science) 9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720 (For others)
28 Steno Grade III 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
29 Lower Division Assistant
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
30 Receptionist 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
31 Intercom Operator 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
32 Caretaker 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
33 Library Assistant 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
34 Mechanic 3450-80-3930-EB-90-4650-100-5650
9200-240-10640-EB-260-12720-300-15720
35 Typist 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
36 Junior Watch & Ward
3100-70-3520-EB-80- 4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
37 Electrician 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
38 Electrician Cum-Sound Operator
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
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39 Driver 2900-60-3260-EB-70-
3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
40 Jamadar Orderly 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
41 Duftry 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
42 Lift Operator 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
43 Head Mali 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
44 Telephone Operator 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
45 Water Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
46 Library Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
47 Peon 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
48 Mali 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
49 Chowkidar 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
50 Member Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
51 Hot Water Attendant 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
52 Sweeper 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
53 Bus Helper 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
54 Stocker 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
55 Electrical Helper 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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56 Cleaner 2440-40-2680-EB-50-
3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
PRESS WING 57. Manager 6350-225-7700-EB-240-
9380-250-11130
17000-520-20120-EB-540-24440-600-30440
58. Foreman 5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
59. Senior Reader
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
60. Section Holder
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
61. Junior Reader 5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
62. Electrician-cum- Mechanic
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
63. DTP Operator
5100-140-5940-EB-150-7140-160-8740
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
64. Upper Division Assistant
4900-130-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
65. Junior DTP Operator 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
66. Reviser 4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
67. Plate Developer cum Metal Plate Printer
4500-120-5220-EB-130-6260-140-7660
12000-340-14040-EB-370-17000-420-21200
68. Copy Holder 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
69. Offset Printer 3975-100-4575-EB-110-5455-120-6655
10600-280-12280-EB-300-14680-360-18280
70. Junior Offset Printer 3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
71. Lower Divisional Assistant
3725-90-4265-EB-100-5065-110-6165
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
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72. Receptionist 3725-90-4265-EB-100-
5065-110-6165
9900-260-11460-EB-280-13700-330-17000
73. Binder Grade I 3100-70-3520-EB-80-4160-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
74. Binder Grade II 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
75. Junior Driver 2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
76. Counter 2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
77. Cleaner 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
78. Sweeper 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
79. Chowkidar 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
80. Peon 2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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MEGHALAYA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
12.46.1. The primary objective of the Meghalaya Public Service Commission is to conduct examinations for recruitment to the various services of the State and for consultation by Government on all matters relating to methods of recruitment to civil services and posts, on the principles to be followed in making appointments to such services/posts, on making promotion and transfer from one service to another and on the suitability of candidates for such appointments, promotions or transfers, on all disciplinary matters affecting a person serving under the Government of Meghalaya in a civil capacity, including memorials or petitions relating to such matters, etc. 12.46.2. The Public Service Commission consists of a Chairman and four other Members who hold office for a term of 6 years from the date they enter upon their office or until they attain the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier. 12.46.3. The establishment of the Meghalaya Public Service Commission includes the Secretary at the head, borne on the IAS/MCS cadre, who is assisted by the Controller of Examinations, the Deputy Secretary and ministerial staff drawing the scales of pay of the State Government, as applicable to their counterparts in the Civil Secretariat. The Commission however, noted that no codified rules for regulating the general conditions of service including recruitment, promotion etc in respect of the Commission employees has been framed. 12.46.4. The Commission has examined the matter relating to the pay scales applicable to the employees of the Meghalaya Public Service Commission, other than the Secretary, who are considered as State Government employees and brought within the purview of the Commission vide Government letter No. F(PR)-51/2007/9 dated 25th April, 2008. In addition, keeping in view of Regulation 16 of the Meghalaya Public Service Commission Regulation, 1972, as amended, which provides that the ministerial gazetted and non-gazetted staff “shall have the same status and shall receive such emoluments as are admissible to Government employees of the corresponding grades in the Meghalaya Secretariat”, the Commission recommends the proposed revised scales of pay for the following posts:- Sl. No.
Name of service or post
Existing scale of pay Recommended scale of pay
Remarks
1 2 3 4 5
1 Secretary
Borne on the IAS/MCS
Borne on the IAS/MCS Cadre
2. Controller of Exami- nations
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
3. Deputy Secretary (Headquarters)
10000-300-11800-EB-325-14075
26700-800-30700-900-37900
4. Deputy Secretary 8750-275-10400-EB- 23300-700-26800-800- To be re-
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(Tura Cell)
300-13100 30800-850-35050 designated as Under Secretary.
5. Superintendent
5900-190-7040-EB-200-8640-225-10440
18300-540-20460-EB-580-25100-670-30460
6. Assistant Superintendent
5300-150-6200-EB-160-7480-170-9180
15700-480-18580-EB-500-22580-560-28180
7. Stenographer Grade – II
4900-13-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
13100-370-15320-EB-390-18440-430-22740
8. Upper Division Assistant
4900-13-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
9. Upper Division Assistant-cum- Accountant-cum- Cashier
4900-13-5680-EB-140-6800-150-8300
14100-410-16560-EB-440-20080-500-25080
10. Lower Division Assistant
3725-90-4265-EB-100- 5065-110-6165
11300-310-13160-EB-340-15880-400-19880
11. Typist
3100-70-3520-EB-80- 4100-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
12. Driver (Senior Grade)
3100-70-3520-EB-80-4100-90-5060
8300-220-9620-EB-240-11540-270-14240
13. Driver (Junior Grade)
2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
14. Record Keeper- Cum-Record Sorter
2900-60-3260-EB-70-3820-80-4620
7700-200-8900-EB-220-10660-250-13160
15. Duftry
2650-50-2950-EB-60- 3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
16 Jamadar
2650-50-2950-EB-60- 3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
17. Chaprasi-cum- Roneo Operator
2650-50-2950-EB-60-3430-70-4130
7100-180-8180-EB-200-9780-240-12180
18. Peon/Cleaner/ Sweeper/Chowkidar
2440-40-2680-EB-50-3080-60-3680
6500-160-7460-EB-180-8900-220-11100
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
When the time comes to wind up the affairs and give thanks to all those people/organizations without whose active cooperation and suggestions the work could not have been accomplished, one realizes how much one owes to them and, how difficult it is to thank each and every one of them by name. Yet there are some standout cases which deserve special mention. The various employees Federations and Service Associations receive pride of place. The Commission is grateful to Dr. D.D.Lapang, the then Chief Minister for giving us the opportunity to serve the people of Meghalaya and to Dr. Donkupar Roy, the Chief Minister and Shri Conrad K. Sangma, the Finance Minister, for their support and guidance. The Commission places on record the benefit of receiving deep insights into the various variables affecting the work of this Commission, from the Chief Secretary, Additional Chief Secretary, Principal Secretaries, Commissioners and Secretaries in various Departments of the Government, Heads of Departments and other senior officers who shared with us both their wisdom and experience. In the course of the visits of the Members of the Commission to various Districts and Meghalaya Houses, the care and concern and hospitality extended by the Deputy Commissioners and the Heads of Meghalaya Houses is acknowledged with gratitude. Finally, the Commission places on record its appreciation and thanks to all the Officers and Staff of the Commission for their devoted and sincere service, dedication and trust. A special mention needs to be made of the services of Shri D.B. Gurung, Officer on Special Duty, who held the same position in the Second and Third Meghalaya Pay Commissions, Dr. Kaushal Vincent, Advisor, and Shri M. Lyngdoh, Superintendent, whose devotion to work cannot be expressed adequately. Everyone in the office rose to the occasion to finalise the Report within the time frame.
(K.K.SINHA) CHAIRMAN
(H.W.T.SYIEM) MEMBER
(B.K.DEV VARMA) MEMBER
(B.KHARMALKI) MEMBER
(I.K.SANGMA) MEMBER
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LIST OF STAFF-MEMBERS OF THE FOURTH MEGHALAYA PAY COMMISSION SECRETARIAT
Shri A.Tewari, IAS Secretary
Shri D.B. Gurung Officer on Special Duty
Shri M.S.L.F Marwein Research Officer (01.02.2008 – 31.05.2008)
Smti E. Blah P.S. to Chairman
Shri M. Lyngdoh Superintendent
Smti S. R. Marak Statistical Officer
Shri R. Borah Inspector of Statistics
Shri E. K. Marak Assistant Superintendent
Shri A. Shabong Assistant Superintendent
Shri L. Synrem Upper Division Assistant (27.11.2007 – 25.03.2008)
Shri L. Rumnong Upper Division Assistant
Shri H.P.Reenbohn Upper Division Assistant
Smti I.S. Umwi Lower Division Assistant
Shri S. Laloo Lower Division Assistant (17.4.2008 – 31.09.2008)
Smti R. Syiemlieh Typist (30.11.2007 – 12.10.2008)
Smti R. Jitem Typist
Shri W.D. Shira Driver (1.10.2007 – 17.04.2008)
Shri A. Thapa Driver
Shri F. Dohling Peon
Shri B. Warjri Peon
Shri A. Sumer Peon
Shri V.R. Tham Peon
Shri T.K. Baidya Peon
Shri S. Ray Bungalow Peon