**Executive Summary**
This document is the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette, Part III, Section 1(a), dated November 30, 2016, publishing the Tamil Nadu Municipal Information Technology Service Rules, 2016. These rules, effective from October 30, 1998, define the constitution, appointment, and qualification requirements for various posts in the Tamil Nadu Municipal Information Technology Service. The rules were made by the Governor of Tamil Nadu.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Title and Commencement:** The rules are titled "The Tamil Nadu Municipal Information Technology Service Rules, 2016" and are deemed to have come into force on October 30, 1998.
* **Constitution of Service:** The service consists of the following posts:
* System Analyst
* Programmer
* Assistant Programmer
* Data Entry Operator
* **Appointment Methods:**
* System Analyst: By promotion from the holders of the post of Programmer.
* Programmer: By promotion from the holders of the post of Assistant Programmer.
* Assistant Programmer: By direct recruitment and by promotion from the holders of the post of Data Entry Operator in a 1:1 ratio.
* Data Entry Operator: By direct recruitment.
* **Qualification Requirements:** Specific qualifications are prescribed for each post, including minimum service, training, and educational requirements.
* **System Analyst:** A minimum of five years in the post of Programmer.
* **Programmer:**
* A minimum of five years in the post of Assistant Programmer.
* Completion of Training in any three specified areas: M.S. Share Point, SQL, Network Administration, GIS, Web Technologies, Post gress, ASP.Net, LINUX, and M.S. Project.
* **Assistant Programmer:**
* For direct recruitment: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Application or Bachelor's degree in Science/Statistics/Economics/Commerce with a post-graduate diploma in Computer Application.
* For promotion: Five years in the post of Data Entry Operator.
* **Data Entry Operator:** A degree with Typewriting Higher in English and Tamil, and a Certificate in Data Entry Operator course or Diploma in Computer Application.
* **Unit of Appointment:** The State of Tamil Nadu is the unit of appointment for all posts in the service.
* **Direct Recruitment Procedure:** A Selection Committee consisting of the Commissioner of Municipal Administration (Chairman), Managing Director of TNUIDC (Member), State Informatics Officer (Member), Director of Ramanujan Computing Centre (Member), and Additional Director of Municipal Administration (Member Secretary) will conduct the selection.
* **Age Limit:** The maximum age for direct recruitment is 40 years for Scheduled Castes and Tribes and 35 years for others, calculated as of July 1st of the year of selection.
* **Departmental Tests:** Passing specified departmental tests is required for promotion.
* **Probation:** Direct recruits are subject to a two-year probation period.
* **Crucial Dates for Qualifications:** Crucial dates for required qualifications for promotion and direct recruitment are set:
* System Analyst: 15th January
* Programmer: 15th February
* Assistant Programmer: 15th March
* Data Entry Operator: 15th April
* **Applicability of Other Rules:** Matters not covered by these Rules will be governed by the Tamil Nadu Municipal Service Rules, 1970.
* **Pay:** The document details the pre-revised and revised pay scales (2009) for each post.
* **Savings:** The rules do not adversely affect any person holding any of the posts on or before November 15th, 2016.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: Current Employees in the Municipal Administration**
* **Impact:** The rules specify the requirements for promotion to higher positions within the IT service, affecting their career progression. Also, current incumbents' pay and positions are protected under the 'Savings' clause.
* **Action Required:** Employees should review the qualification and experience criteria for desired positions and ensure they meet the requirements, including passing necessary departmental tests.
**Stakeholder: Prospective Applicants for Direct Recruitment**
* **Impact:** The rules define the eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications, age limits, and skills needed to apply for direct recruitment positions.
* **Action Required:** Potential applicants should check if they meet the defined qualifications and prepare for the selection process, including written tests and interviews.
**Stakeholder: Municipal Administration and Selection Committee**
* **Impact:** The rules establish the procedures and criteria for recruitment and promotion within the IT service.
* **Action Required:** The Municipal Administration and Selection Committee must adhere to the defined procedures for recruitment and promotion, ensuring compliance with the rules.
**Stakeholder: Government of Tamil Nadu**
* **Impact:** Establishment of legal framework for IT Service
* **Action Required:** Ensure compliance with rules.
Key Entities Referenced
Tamil Nadu Municipal Information Technology Service Rules, 2016: The primary subject of the document; rules governing the Tamil Nadu Municipal Information Technology Service.
Municipal Administration and Water Supply Department: The department responsible for the rules, as published in the notification.
Tamil Nadu District Municipalities Act, 1920: Act which confers power to make the rules.
Commissioner of Municipal Administration: Appointing authority for all the posts.
Chennai: Location of offices and committees involved in the application of the rules.