7th CPC Travel Entitlements: Daily Allowance & More
The 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) has introduced new guidelines for travelling allowance, including daily allowance and travel entitlements. These guidelines outline the rates at which employees can be reimbursed for expenses incurred while travelling for work purposes, such as food, lodging, and transportation. Additionally, the guidelines dictate the mode of transportation an employee can use, based on their official position and the distance of travel. These regulations aim to ensure that employees are adequately compensated for their work-related travel and reduce the financial burden on individuals while travelling.
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Central Government Employees are entitled to travel for official duties or on Leave Travel Concession (LTC) via various modes of transportation such as Air, Road, Ship or Rail. To ensure that employees are aware of their travel entitlements, we have compiled the latest orders regarding rates of daily allowances and other travel-related benefits. These orders are designed to provide clarity and transparency to government employees, ensuring that they can travel comfortably and efficiently while performing their official duties.
Travel Entitlement by Pay Level
| Pay Level | Travel entitlement |
|---|---|
| 14 and above | Business or Club class by air or AC-I by train |
| 12 and 13 | Economy class by air or AC-I by train |
| 9 to 11 | Economy class by air or AC-II by train |
| 6 to 8 | Economy class by air or AC-II by train |
| 5 and below | First Class or AC-III or AC Chair car by train |
Entitlement of Premium Trains & Tatkal Bookings
| Pay Level | Travel Entitlements* |
|---|---|
| 12 And Above | Executive or AC 1st Class (In Case of Premium, Premium Tatkal, Suvidha, Shatabdi, Rajdhani higher class) |
| 6 To 11 | AC 2nd Class or Chair Car (In Shatabdi Trains) |
| 5 & Below | AC 3rd Class or Chair Car |
* Specific entitlements for premium train services
International Travel Entitlement
Guidelines for Travelers
| Pay Level | Travel Entitlement |
|---|---|
| 17 And Above | First Class |
| 14 To 16 | Business or Club Class |
| 13 And Below | Economy Class |
Journey Entitlement by Sea/River Steamer
For Non-A&N and Lakshadweep Islands
| Pay Level | Travel Entitlement |
|---|---|
| 9 And Above | Highest Class |
| 6 To 8 | Lower Class If There Be Two Classes Only On The Steamer |
| 4 And 5 | If Two Classes Only, The Lower Class, If Three Classes, The Middle Or Second Class. If There Be Four Classes, The Third Class |
| 3 And Below | Lowest Class |
Travel to A&N and Lakshadweep Islands by SCIL Ships
| Pay Level | Travel Entitlement |
|---|---|
| 9 And Above | Deluxe Class |
| 6 To 8 | First / ‘A’ Cabin Class |
| 4 And 5 | Second / ‘B’ Cabin Class |
| 3 And Below | Bunk Class |
Mileage Allowance for Road Journeys
Specific Rates Prescribed
| Pay Level | Entitlements |
|---|---|
| 14 Or Above | Actual Fare By Any Types of Public Bus Including AC Bus OR At Prescribed Rates Of AC Taxi When The Journey is Performed By AC Taxi OR At Prescribed Rates For Auto Rickshaw For Journeys By Auto Rickshaw, Own Car, Scooter, Motor Cycle, Moped, Etc. |
| 6 To 13 | Same As Above With The Exception That Journeys By AC Taxi Will Not Be Permissible. |
| 4 And 5 | Actual Fare By Any Types of Public Bus Other Than AC Bus OR At Prescribed Rates For Auto Rickshaw For Journeys By Auto Rickshaw, Own Car, Scooter, Motor Cycle, Moped, Etc. |
| 3 And Below | Actual Fare By Ordinary Public Bus Only OR At Prescribed Rates For Auto Rickshaw For Journeys By Autorickshaw, Own Scooter, Motor Cycle, Moped, Etc. |
Daily Allowance as per Pay Level in Pay Matrix
Rate of Travelling Allowance
| Pay Level | Accommodation Charges | TA Charges | Lump-sum |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 and below | Rs. 450 per day | Rs. 113 per day | Rs. 500 per day |
| 6 to 8 | Rs. 750 per day | Rs. 225 per day | Rs. 800 per day |
| 9 to 11 | Rs. 2,250 per day | Rs. 338 per day | Rs. 900 per day |
| 12 and 13 | Rs. 4,500 per day | AC taxi charges of up to 50 km per day | Rs. 1000 per day |
| 14 and above | Rs. 7,500 per day | AC taxi charges as per actual expenditure | Rs. 1,200 per day |
Travelling Allowance Classification
Transportation Conveyance Rates
| Pay Level |
|---|
| Level-14 (GP Rs. 10000) and above |
| Level-12 (GP Rs. 7600) and Level-13 (GP Rs. 8700) |
| Level-9 (GP Rs. 5400) to Level-11 (GP Rs. 6600) |
| Level-6 (GP Rs. 4200) to Level-8 (GP Rs. 4800) |
| Level-4 (GP Rs. 2400) and Level-5 (GP Rs. 2800) |
| Level-3 (GP Rs. 2000) and below |
Transportation Rules for Personal Effects
Road Transfer Calculation
| Level | By Train/Steamer | By Road |
|---|---|---|
| 12 And Above | 6000 Kg By Goods Train/4 Wheeler Wagon/1 Double Container | Rs. 50 Per Km |
| 6 To 11 | 6000 Kg By Goods Train/4 Wheeler Wagon/1 Single Container | Rs. 50 Per Km |
| 5 | 3000 Kg | Rs. 25 Per Km |
| 4 And Below | 1500 Kg | Rs. 15 Per Km |
Transportation Rules for Conveyance Reimbursement
For CG Employees
| Level | Reimbursement |
|---|---|
| 6 And Above | 1 Motor Car Etc. Or 1 Motor Cycle/Scooter |
| 5 And Below | 1 Motorcycle/Scooter/Moped/Bicycle |
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The 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Travelling Allowance is a set of rules and regulations that determine the daily allowance and travel entitlements for government employees while on official travels.
The Daily Allowance is an amount provided to government employees to cover their expenses for food and accommodation while on official travel. It varies depending on the level of employees and the cities they are visiting.
The Daily Allowance is calculated based on the employee’s basic pay and the city they are visiting. Different rates are prescribed for different levels of the employees.
The travel entitlements under the 7th CPC Travelling Allowance are determined based on the official position of the employee and the mode of transport they are using. It varies for different levels of employees.
Some examples of travel entitlements include reimbursement of airfare, railway fare, taxi fare, and entitlement for accommodation.
Yes, there are special provisions for employees traveling to remote or difficult areas. They are entitled to higher rates of Daily Allowance and additional benefits.
No, there are no specific restrictions on the duration of official travel. However, the entitlements and rates may vary depending on the duration of the travel.
The detailed rules and regulations about the 7th CPC Travelling Allowance can be found in the official circulars and notifications issued by the government. You can also consult your department’s administrative office for more information.