**Executive Summary**
The Tamil Nadu Government Gazette, dated March 15, 2023, details amendments to the Special Rules for the Tamil Nadu Employment and Training Subordinate Service, effective April 5, 2010. It also includes amendments to the Special Rules for the Tamil Nadu General Service, effective from the date of publication. These amendments concern qualifications, method of appointment, and rules of service.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Labour Welfare and Skill Development Department Amendments:**
* **Training Officer Qualifications:** Deletion of "and five years service as Assistant Training Officer" from the Method of Appointment rules.
* **Annexure Amendments:**
* Assistant Training Officer service requirement for promotion to Training Officer, with a minimum of two years experience in specified roles or locations.
* Requirement of Secondary School Leaving Certificate Examination, National Apprenticeship Certificate or equivalent.
* Requirement of Assistant Training Officer service for a minimum of five years.
* **Law Department Amendments:**
* **Introduction of New Classes:** Adds "Class XIX A-Additional Secretary to Government in Law Department and Joint Secretary to Government in Law Department."
* **Composition:** Defines the class as consisting of Additional Secretary and Joint Secretary to Government, Law Department.
* **Appointment Methods:** Sets out methods for appointing individuals to the Additional Secretary and Joint Secretary roles. These methods are primarily by promotion but also include direct recruitment or transfer under special circumstances.
* **Approved List:** The crucial date for preparing the approved list is the 1st of January every year.
* **Direct Recruitment Qualifications:** Sets the requirements for direct recruits, including law degree, age (40-50 years), and legal practice experience (9 years for Additional Secretary, 8 years for Joint Secretary).
* **Probation:** Establishes a two-year probation period for those appointed by direct recruitment.
* **Reservation:** The principle of reservation shall apply for direct recruitment.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: Training Officers in the Industrial Training Institutes / Centres**
* **Impact**: Modified experience and qualification requirements for promotions.
* **Action Required**: Officers should review new eligibility criteria for promotion to Training Officer, including acceptable certifications.
**Stakeholder: Applicants for Additional Secretary and Joint Secretary positions**
* **Impact**: Introduction of minimum qualification requirements for direct appointment.
* **Action Required**: Ensure candidates meet the new minimum requirements for age, law degree, and experience.
**Stakeholder: Holders of the post of District Judge (Selection Grade) in the Tamil Nadu State Judicial Service / District Judge (Entry Level) in the Tamil Nadu State Judicial Service**
* **Impact**: Potential candidates for Additional Secretary and Joint Secretary roles through transfer under special circumstances.
* **Action Required**: Holders should determine if they fulfil the eligibility requirements for consideration.
Key Entities Referenced
Tamil Nadu Government Gazette: Official publication containing notifications and rules by the Tamil Nadu Government.
Tamil Nadu Employment and Training Subordinate Service: A specific service category within the Tamil Nadu government service structure, subject to the stated rules.
Special Rules for the Tamil Nadu General Service: Set of rules governing the Tamil Nadu General Service.
Apprentices Act, 1961: Central Act governing apprenticeship training, impacting qualifications for Training Officers.
Law Department: A department of the Tamil Nadu government whose rules for Additional Secretary and Joint Secretary are being amended.