Date: 2018-01-31Category: Not ApplicableState: Tamil NaduCountry: India
Health and Family Welfare Department - Amendment to the Adhoc Rules relating to the Technical Posts in Tamil Nadu State Health Transport Department in Tamil Nadu Public Health Subordinate Service
**Executive Summary**
This document from the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette, dated February 1, 2017, outlines the ad hoc rules for the temporary position of Assistant Engineer (Electrical) within the Institute of Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Ranipet, under the Tamil Nadu Animal Husbandry Service. These rules are effective from January 11, 1978.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Applicability:** General and Special Rules applicable to permanent positions in Tamil Nadu Animal Husbandry Service apply to this temporary position, with specific modifications outlined.
* **Constitution:** The post of Assistant Engineer (Electrical) is established as a separate category within the service.
* **Appointment:**
* Can be made through direct recruitment, transfer from the Tamil Nadu Animal Husbandry Service, or transfer from any other service.
* Direct recruitment is used if no qualified candidates are available via transfer.
* **Appointing Authority:** The Director of the Institute of Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Ranipet, is the appointing authority.
* **Qualifications:**
* **Age (Direct Recruitment):** Must not have completed or be completing 30 years of age by July 1st of the selection year.
* **Other Qualifications:**
* **Direct Recruitment:** Must possess a degree in Electrical Engineering.
* **Transfer from Tamil Nadu Animal Husbandry Service:** Must possess a degree in Electrical Engineering, be an approved probationer, and have a minimum of five years of service left prior to retirement.
* **Transfer from Other Services:** Must possess a degree in Electrical Engineering, be an approved probationer, and have a minimum of five years of service left prior to retirement.
* **Rule of Reservation:** Rule 22 of the General Rules for Tamil Nadu State and Subordinate Services applies to direct recruitment.
* **Tests:** Appointees via direct recruitment or transfer must pass the Animal Husbandry Department Manual Test and Account Test for Executive Officers within the probation period. Failure to do so will impact increments.
* **Probation:**
* **Direct Recruitment:** Two years on duty within a continuous period of three years.
* **Recruitment by Transfer:** One year on duty within a continuous period of two years.
* **Pay:** Initial monthly pay scale is Rs. 425-20-525-25-700; however, effective January 1, 2006, pay will be calculated in the Pay Band of Rs. 9300-34800 with a Grade Pay of Rs. 5100.
* **Savings:** The rules will not adversely affect those already holding the post on the effective date.
**Impact Analysis**
**Director, Institute of Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Ranipet**
**Impact:** Designated as the appointing authority for the Assistant Engineer (Electrical) position.
**Action Required:** Must adhere to the outlined rules and qualifications when appointing individuals to the position.
**Candidates for Assistant Engineer (Electrical) Position**
**Impact:** Potential applicants must meet age and educational qualifications. Also subject to tests, probation periods, and pay scales.
**Action Required:** Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying and prepare for required tests.
**Current Holders of the Assistant Engineer (Electrical) Post**
**Impact:** These rules do not adversely affect those already holding the position.
**Action Required:** No immediate action required. The rules clarify the terms of their employment going forward.
Key Entities Referenced
Institute of Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Ranipet: The organization where the Assistant Engineer (Electrical) position is located; key to understanding where the rules apply.
Tamil Nadu Animal Husbandry Service: Service from which candidates can transfer to the Assistant Engineer (Electrical) position.
Tamil Nadu Government Gazette: Official publication for government notifications; the document itself.
Assistant Engineer (Electrical): The specific post/position for which ad hoc rules are being framed.
Article 309 of the Constitution of India: The constitutional basis for the Governor of Tamil Nadu to make these rules.