**Executive Summary**
This document details the Tamil Nadu Municipal Information Technology Service Rules, 2016, effective retroactively from October 30, 1998. The rules, enacted by the Governor of Tamil Nadu, outline the structure of the IT service, methods of appointment, qualifications, and other regulations for specific posts. The document also establishes a selection committee for direct recruitment.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **General Provisions:**
* These rules are called the Tamil Nadu Municipal Information Technology Service Rules, 2016.
* They are deemed to have been in force since October 30, 1998.
* **Service Structure:**
* The Tamil Nadu Municipal Information Technology Service consists of the following posts:
* System Analyst
* Programmer
* Assistant Programmer
* Data Entry Operator
* **Appointment Procedures:**
* Appointments to the listed posts are made through specified methods of appointment.
* Methods include promotion and direct recruitment.
* For Assistant Programmer, the ratio of direct recruitment to promotion is 1:1.
* **Qualifications:**
* Specific qualifications, including minimum service and required training, are mandated for each post.
* System Analyst: Minimum 5 years in the post of programmer
* Programmer: Minimum 5 years in the post of Assistant Programmer, and successful completion of certain training programs
* Assistant Programmer: a bachelor degree in Computer Science or Computer Application from a recognised University, or a Bachelor degree in Science or Statistics or Economics or Commerce from a recognized University and a Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application
* Data Entry Operator: A Degree from a recognised University with Typewriting Higher in English and Tamil; and A Certificate in Data Entry Operator course or Diploma in Computer Application obtained from a certified training centre.
* **Unit of Appointment:**
* The State of Tamil Nadu is the unit of appointment for all posts.
* **Direct Recruitment Selection Committee:**
* The selection of persons for appointment by direct recruitment shall be done by the Selection Committee, which shall consist of the following members:
* The Commissioner of Municipal Administration, Chepauk, Chennai-600 005 (Chairman)
* The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Tamil Nadu Urban Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited or his representative (Member)
* The State Informatics Officer, National Informatics Centre, Besant Nagar, Chennai (Member)
* The Director, Ramanujan Computing Centre, Anna University, Chennai (Member)
* Additional Director of Municipal Administration (Member Secretary)
* The Commissioner of Municipal Administration shall call for a list of eligible candidates from the local Employment Exchange and the Commissionerate of Employment and Training, Chennai.
* The Selection Committee shall select the required number of candidates for appointment after conducting a preliminary written test and an oral interview.
* **Age Limits:**
* Maximum age for direct recruitment:
* 40 years for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe
* 35 years for Others
* **Departmental Tests:**
* Passing specified departmental tests is required for promotion.
* **Probation**
* Every person appointed to a post in the Service by direct recruitment, shall be on probation for a total period of two years on duty within a continuous period of three years from the date of joining duty in that post.
* **Crucial Dates for Qualification:**
* The crucial dates for possessing prescribed qualifications for promotion/direct recruitment are:
* System Analyst: 15th January
* Programmer: 15th February
* Assistant Programmer: 15th March
* Data Entry Operator: 15th April
* **Applicability of Rules**
* In respect of the matters not covered under these Rules, the provisions contained in the Tamil Nadu Municipal Service Rules, 1970 shall apply to this Service.
* **Pay Scales:**
* Details the pre-revised and revised pay scales for each post.
**Impact Analysis**
**Municipal Employees:**
* **Impact:** These rules directly impact municipal employees, defining eligibility for promotions and appointments in the IT service.
* **Action Required:** Employees should review their qualifications and experience to align with the rules.
**Recruitment Authorities:**
* **Impact:** The Commissioner of Municipal Administration and the Selection Committee are bound by these rules for recruitment.
* **Action Required:** They must adhere to the prescribed procedures and qualifications during recruitment processes.
**Tamil Nadu Government:**
* **Impact:** The government establishes a structured framework for IT service personnel within municipal administrations.
* **Action Required:** The government should periodically review and update the rules as needed.
Key Entities Referenced
Tamil Nadu District Municipalities Act, 1920: Act under which the power to create the stated rules is derived
Tamil Nadu Municipal Information Technology Service Rules, 2016: The primary subject of the document; rules governing the IT service
Municipal Administration and Water Supply Department: The department issuing the rules
Chennai: Location where the Commissioner of Municipal Administration is located
Tamil Nadu Municipal Service Rules, 1970: Rules which apply to matters not covered under these rules.