7th CPC Incentive for Higher Qualifications

What is the incentive for higher education in central government?

According to the 7th Central Pay Commission, there is a lump sum incentive available for central government employees, including those working for the railway, who acquire higher qualifications. This incentive is designed to encourage employees to pursue further education and improve their skills and knowledge, which in turn benefits the government and the public. The amount of the incentive varies based on the level of qualification achieved and is intended to serve as a reward for the employee’s hard work and dedication.

Lump sum as Incentive to CG Employees

For the purpose of studying higher education, the Central Government has approved revising the incentive one time to the employees who acquire higher qualifications while in service. Recently, the office of CGDA issued an order regarding the incentives for acquiring higher qualifications for the ICWA Intermediate and Final Examination. The incentive for acquiring fresh higher qualifications, the following one-time lump-sum rates as an incentive for acquiring fresh higher qualifications by a Government employee shall be permissible for courses in fields that are directly relevant to the employee’s job…

Criteria and guidelines for granting incentives for acquiring fresh higher qualifications, in the 7th CPC Scenario, are as under:

Qualification	Amount
Ph.D. or Equivalent.	Rs. 30,000
PG Degree/Diploma of duration more than one year, or equivalent.	Rs. 25,000
PG Degree/Diploma of duration one year or less, or equivalent.	Rs. 20,000
Degree/Diploma of duration more than three years, or equivalent.	Rs. 15,000
Degree/Diploma of duration three years or less, or equivalent.	Rs. 10,000

The incentive will not be available for the qualifications which are laid down as essential or desirable qualifications in the recruitment rules for the post.

No incentive shall be allowed for acquiring higher qualifications purely in academic or literary subjects. The acquisition of the qualification should be directly related to the functions of the post held by him/her, or to the functions to be performed in the next higher post. There should be direct nexus between the functions of the post and the qualification acquired and it should contribute to the efficiency of the government servant.

The quantum of incentive will be uniform for all posts, irrespective of their classification or grade or the department.

The incentive shall not be admissible where the government servant is sponsored by the government or he/she avails of study leave for acquiring the qualification.

The incentive would be given only for higher qualifications acquired after induction into service.

No incentive would be admissible if an appointment is made in relaxation of the educational qualification.

No incentive would be admissible if employee acquires the requisite qualification for such appointment at a later date.

The qualifications meriting grant of incentive should be recognized by University Grants Commission, respective regulatory bodies like AICTE, Medical Council of India, etc. set up by Central/State Government or recognized by the Government.

The incentive shall be limited to maximum two times in an employee’s career, with a minimum gap of two years between successive grants.

The Government servant should prefer the claim within six months from the date of acquisition of the higher qualification.

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Incentive for Acquiring Fresh Higher Educational Qualifications

Government of India
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Department of Personnel & Training
Estt (Pay-I) Section

Department of Personnel & Training has issued instructions from time to time regarding provisions governing grant of lump sum incentive for acquiring fresh higher qualifications by Government Servants. The essence of these instructions has been summarized in the following paras for guidance and better understanding.

Selection of Courses by Administration for Grant of Incentive

1. Professional courses directly relevant to the functional requirement of the Ministry/ Department/ Organization but not covered by any one of the categories mentioned above, shall be notified specifically by the concerned Ministry/Department in consultation with their respective IFD.

2. Ministries/Departments are free to choose courses on their own. However, the grant of incentive in respect of above qualifications will be subject to the fulfillment of the criteria laid down in Point I above.

Procedure for Grant of Incentive

The grant of incentive for the qualifications listed above shall be considered by the administrative authorities in consultation with their IFD and necessary orders shall be issued after ensuring that the criteria laid down in Point I above are fulfilled.

[DoPT’s OM No. 1/5/2017-Estt (Pay-I) dated 15/03/2019]

Note: List of the OMs mentioned in this document is annexed. In case any reference to the relevant OM is required, the same may be accessed from the Archive Section of Department of Personnel and Training’s website.

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What is the 7th CPC Incentive for Higher Qualifications?

The 7th CPC Incentive for Higher Qualifications is a financial incentive provided to government employees based on their educational qualifications.

What are the different qualification categories and the corresponding amount of incentive?

The different qualification categories and the corresponding amount of incentive are as follows:

• Ph.D. or Equivalent: Rs. 30,000
• PG Degree/Diploma of duration more than one year, or equivalent: Rs. 25,000
• PG Degree/Diploma of duration one year or less, or equivalent: Rs. 20,000
• Degree/Diploma of duration more than three years, or equivalent: Rs. 15,000
• Degree/Diploma of duration three years or less, or equivalent: Rs. 10,000

How can I claim the 7th CPC Incentive for Higher Qualifications?

The process for claiming the 7th CPC Incentive for Higher Qualifications may vary depending on your organization or department. It is recommended to check with your HR or administration department for the specific procedure.

Is the incentive a one-time payment or a monthly allowance?

The 7th CPC Incentive for Higher Qualifications is usually provided as a one-time payment to eligible employees.

Who is eligible to receive the 7th CPC Incentive for Higher Qualifications?

Government employees who meet the qualification criteria specified by the 7th Central Pay Commission are eligible to receive the incentive.

Are there any restrictions on the type of qualifications eligible for the incentive?

The incentive is available for different types of qualifications, including Ph.D., PG degrees, diplomas, and undergraduate degrees. However, the qualification must meet the specific criteria mentioned by the 7th Central Pay Commission.