Rule 21, officers and employees
In short
The Board may, with the previous approval of the Central Government, appoint such officers and employees as it deems necessary for the efficient discharge of its functions. Their terms and conditions of service are those specified in the Sixth Schedule.
01How appointments are made
Under the Sixth Schedule, the Board may appoint officers and employees on deputation from the Central Government, a State Government, an autonomous body under the overall control of either, a statutory body or a public sector enterprise, for a period not exceeding five years, in accordance with the Fundamental Rules and applicable guidelines of the Department of Personnel and Training.
It may also receive or take on deputation an officer or employee from the National Institute for Smart Government, for a period not exceeding five years, with salary and allowances guided by market standards and on such other terms as the Board may decide.
02Terms that apply
The Sixth Schedule covers gratuity under the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972, travelling allowance on the same footing as Central Government officers and employees, medical assistance under a group health insurance scheme of the Board made with the previous approval of the Central Government, leave and leave travel concession on Central Civil Services terms, and the application of the conduct and the classification, control and appeal rules. Matters not expressly provided for are referred to the Central Government, whose decision is final.
03Common questions
Can the Board hire its own staff?
Yes, with the previous approval of the Central Government, under Rule 21(1).
How long can a deputation last?
The Sixth Schedule provides for periods not exceeding five years.
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