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FLASH NEWS
20/03/2025
Gramin Dak Sevaks (Compassionate Engagement) Scheme, 2023.
Voluntary Discharge Scheme for all categories of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) on Medical Grounds - reg.
Dear all, This is very happy to inform that on behalf of FNPO efforts started in 2020 (continuously pursuing) to allow Compassionate appointments for GDS in employees who wish to discharge on Medical grounds as per the provision of Section 47 of Disability Act 1995. Now the department gives orders as per our demand and also extends the same benefit for those who may discharge from GDS on permanent disability also. Please see DG order dated 25.2.25.
Further more happy and important news is, Departmental employee diseased family members whose cases reject in Department CRC they can apply for GDS post also. So 💯 percent guarantee is there for appointments at least for the GDS post. At the time of application for CRC depended family members can apply for both Departmental Post and GDS post at a time separately. If any such family members select for both Departmental and GDS post as per their choice for anyone post he/her has to submit resignation. Please give wide publicity in social media groups. Before attaining 62 years of age should apply.
Dear all FNPO always stands for the welfare of postal employees so let's join in FNPO and strengthen FNPO more to achieve some more challenges.
FNPO Zindabad
Workers unity zindabad
💪💪
With regards
Sivaji Vasireddy
SG FNPO
GS NAPEc
Today FNPO team had a meeting with the Chief Postmaster General, Punjab Sri Vinod Kumar Verma @ Chandigarh
Transfer/Postings in the grade of Assistant Accounts Officers of the IP&TAFS Group B .
19/03/2025
Promotioanl incentive and monitoring structure of PLI/RPLI.
GS NAPEc started demand in November 2022 and SG FNPO taken up again in 2023 our demands now agreed by the department in case of PLI/RPLI incentive..... 4 policies condition deleted
.... After death Nominee will get incentive
... After Discharge/Superannuation till policy mature incentive will be paid
Sivaji Vasireddy
SG FNPO
SG FNPO Today with Hon'ble AP Chief Minister Sri Nara Chandrababu Naidu ji @ 1, Janpath Delhi Residence and requested to extend State Welfare schemes for GDS employees
Penalties for non-payment of GST on PLI incentive for 2017- 2022 by all HOs.
Timelines for completion for various activities in the process of authorization of pension and gratuity on retirement on superannuation of a government servan.
17/03/2025
Estt Review omissions and DO letter to HOCs from Member P.
Implementation of 40% Withdrawal Functionality for MSSC Scheme in Finacle - Reg.
Implementation of Staggered Shifts for Workload Optimization.
15/03/2025
13/03/2025
Dear colleagues,On 13.03.2025 got an opportunity to meet Hon'ble MoSC Dr Pemmasani Chandrasekhar garu at Sanchar Bhavan and discussed various issues in detail and Sir assured positive action very soon.
1. Rationalization of POs, ICD, Merger of RMS units... In these FNPO asked a meeting with Hon'ble MoC and MoSC to discuss in detail for betterment of the Department and staff welfare.
2. Ex-servicemen re-fixation case pending at MoE and requested immediate intervention.
3. Delhi Circle PM surplus list and MTS 20222 results and also 2023 MTS/Postman results.
4. Harassment of staff in the name of targets with unproductive split accounts.
5. Immediate construction of PO buildings in vacant sites.
6. IPPB loss issue and PO staff should allow it instead of outsiders.
7. Postal tariffs should be raised to get more revenue by reaching customers aspirations like time bounded safe secure delivery.
8. BO staff should be utilised for booking of foreign parcels at doorsteps of the customer by paying incentive like our competitors what they are doing. This will increase more revenue than unproductive foul practices like opening of split/bogus accounts.
9. Rationalization should not be done only at PO level wherever needed for growth of the department should be carried out in other areas too.
10. Irregular stoppage of Salary for 52 GDS in Asansol Divn for not fulfilling of target assigned to them. Also irregular deployment of 50 PA posts from Kolkata GPO to Buraipur divine. Irregular recovery of increment issues of the Coochbehar divn such examples brought to the notice of Hon'ble MoSC.
11. Shifting of BOs to Panchayat offices.
12. Unilateral decisions and discrimination should be stopped immediately.
13. GDS regularisation issue and its feasibility discussed.
14. RMS sections should give effective services than RTN and give examples too.
15. Asked for a better working environment for PO staff.
Instructions regarding execution of EOY activities for 2024-25 in CBS offices.
Agitational program's on the call of PJCA.
A Compilation on Investigation & Vigilance.
12/03/2025
Regarding discharge of Non-migrated KVP-NSC Certificates in the absence of Account Opening Forms at the office of issue.
Timelines for completion for various activities in the process of authorization of pension and gratuity on retirement on superannuation of a government servant.
Grant of Fixed Medical Allowance GMA) to Central Government employees covered under National Pension System .
Rule-38 March Transfer Cycle Update.The postal Directorate has conveyed a new schedule for Capturing of Vacancy by Divisions and Acceptance (Verification) of requests if any for both Divisions and Circle which will last till 21.03.2024. After completion of the above activities by Divisions and Circles, CEPT will commence the allotment generation process and publish the results within 07 days to 10 days.
#FNPO.
Regarding Suspension of ATM Operations.
11/03/2025
Court cases in APS matters – Previous settled Judgement/Orders in favor of Department of Posts reg.
Department of Posts Signs MoU with Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID), Indian Institute of Science (IISC), for documentation of Technology Architecture for Digital Address DPIDepartment of Posts has undertaken an initiative namely “Digital Address Code” aimed at establishing a digital public infrastructure for a standardized, geo-coded addressing system in India ensuring simplified addressing solutions for citizen-centric delivery of public and private services to establish ―Address as a Service‖ (AaaS) in India.
As a part of this initiative, the Department of Posts (DoP), under the Ministry of Communications, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID), Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, for designing and documenting the technology architecture for the Digital Address Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI).
This strategic collaboration aims to lay foundational technological principles and design for establishment of digital address DPI which is envisioned as a standardized, georeferenced and interoperable addressing system that will revolutionize the ways in which address data is created, shared and consumed in the country. It will serve as a foundational public infrastructure that integrates with government, business, and citizen services to streamline service delivery, emergency response, financial inclusion, and urban planning.
Signing of MoU at Dak Bhawan, New Delhi
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Harpreet Singh, Member (Operations) of the Department of Posts, stated:
"The Digital Address DPI is a transformative initiative that will be helpful in the socio-economic development of the country. Partnering with IISc shall ensure a technologically sound, secure, scalable, citizen centric, privacy respecting and future-ready framework that supports India's growing digital economy and governance needs."
Prof. Inder Gopal, Research Professor, IISc & Chairperson, Centre of Data for Public Good (CDPG), FSID added:
"We are excited to collaborate with the Department of Posts in shaping a pioneering digital public infrastructure for digital addressing system for India. Through this game-changing initiative, we aim to create a resilient and scalable architecture that enhances location intelligence, benefiting both urban and rural communities."
The collaboration between the Department of Posts and FSID, IISc marks a significant step towards a seamless, efficient, and technology-driven addressing system, reinforcing India’s leadership in digital innovation.
10/03/2025
Unified Pension Scheme Gazette.
07/03/2025
06/03/2025
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - CGHS CARDS.
Reconciliation of POSB - EFT Disbursement upon incorporation of provision of TDS deduction in McCamish.
05/03/2025
Circulation of draft Civil List (as on 01.01.2025) of officers of Indian Postal Service (IPoS) Group'A.
SG FNPO letter on Sports issue
03/03/2025
Today for Postal employees agitation SBI employees GS Chandrasekhar ji and other leaders of "United Forum of Bank Unions" also visited our Venue and extended their solidarity 💪💪Tq u all 🤝
Transmission of Unaccountable mail through Surface mode only.
Circulation of Timelines for centralized delivery of all types of postal artictes including Speed Post, Registered, Parcel and ordinary articles by Delivery staff.
Today Sivaji Vasireddy SG FNPO, Prerit Kumar AGS NAPEc CHQ and CS Bihar and Mahesh Pawan NUGDS Bihar CS met Sri Chirag Kumar Paswan, Hon'ble Cabinet Minister of Food Processing Industries and discussed the upgradation of Hajipur, Ara and Samastipur RMS as ICH and Sir assured to meet MoC along with our delegation.
01/03/2025
Dear Comrades,At the outset, PJCA conveys it's sincere thanks to all the state PJCA leadership for their overwhelming response to the 3rd phase of Agitational Program and making the 25th Dharna at Circle office, a thundering Success .
Department convened the meeting with PJCA leadership to negotiate/Discuss on the charter of Demands for which phasewise Agitational Program's are being conducted. Member P ,Member O and DDGs of various wings represented the official side, GS of various affiliates of both Federations (PJCA )including GDS union represented staff side . The issue's were discussed threadbare but stalemate still continues, Authorities are justifying their policy decisions on ICH ,IDC and other issue's, and were soughting time upto April for incorporating our suggestions. We insisted on issue of minutes of today's meeting , so that Assurances being given are reflected on paper.We also requested for arranging a meeting with Secretary Post and also with MOC.
As nothing concrete came out of today's meeting, the scheduled remaining phases of Agitational Program's would be observed as decided and communicated to the Department. PJCA urges upon one and all to join the 3rd March Dharna at Jantar Mantar New Delhi in large number's and make it a grand success.
With regards,
Janardan Majumdar SG NFPE
Sivaji Vasireddy SG FNPO
Joint Convenors
PJCA.
Optimal utilization of resources at Post offices.
Allotment funds - GDS Allowances.
Instructions on filling up of Accountants.
25/02/2025
Formation of gender Budget Cell at Circles and PAO.
Voluntary Discharge Scheme for all categories of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) on Medical Grounds.
Gramin Dak Sevaks (Compassionate Engagement) Scheme, 2023.
24/02/2025
Dear all CS and other colleagues of FNPO affiliated unions make Dharna before Circle office as grand success as per PJCA call💪💪
Extension of special concession / incentives to the Central Government Employees working in kashmir valley.
Meeting rescheduled for 28.2.25 instead 25.2.25 asper the PJCA request
Advanced Development Programme for Indian Postal Service, Group 'A' officers- Assigning of Additional/ Statutory / Current Charge regarding.
Stepping up of pay of Seniors promoted prior to 31/12/2015 getting lesser basic pay than the juniors promoted after 01/01/2016
20/02/2025
Conversion of Chinchwad East Sub Post Office into Head Post Office in Maharashtra Circle.
Clarification on GDS pay revision
19/02/2025
Appeal from DDG P for withdrawal of proposed PJCA agitations
Clarification about deduction of membership in case withdrawal before April18/02/2025
Revised Administrative powers of diferent authorities in the Department of Posts
Today Sivaji Vasireddy, SG FNPO/ GS NAPE c and GS NUR4, Maheshkumar Sharma held meeting with all Circles Secretaries of FNPO affiliated unions and mobilized for PJCA program including indefinite strike. All are responded positively and and purpose served. Dear Comrades,As you all are aware that the Department is rapidly moving towards bringing major structural changes in every Wing of the Department, accordingly new order's are being issued which are detrimental to the interest of employees. Associations/Federations have recorded their apprehensions/ reservations on all such retrograde order's/moves undertaken by the Department, but either it is being ignored or only cover up exercises are being carried out . None of our demands are being resolved , regular nature of work are being outsourced, policies that are beneficial for the Department are being implemented at a rapid pace . In some being centralization of work is being done resulting in closure of office's, whereas in other Decentralisation is in the thought process.
Postal Joint Council of Action ( NFPE, FNPO and GDS Associations) met several times and unanimously decided to protest this onslaught heralded by the Department through trade union Actions .PJCA had given a clarion call of phasewise Agitational Program's culminating into an indefinite strike , notice for which has been served to the Department on 11th February. 1st phase of Agitational Program's has been succesfuly observed at Divisional level on 14-2-25 . Second phase of Program of Bearing Demands Badge is to be observed from 18th to 20th February.
All the Circle Secretaries are requested to kindly ensure that the programs are observed with utmost sincerety and involve maximum membership in the movement to save the Department. Coordinate with the local PJCA leadership to make the programs and tour meetings of Central leadership a grand success.
Struggle for existence... We should prove that we are alive..
Unite We Stand
Divide we Fall...
WITH REGARDS,
Sivaji Vasireddy
SG FNPO
GS NAPE c
MERGER OF RAILWAY MAIL SERVICE OFFICES WITH SPEED POST HUBS
17/02/2025
Dear AllIPPB has started to push DARPAN Ver 2.0.7 to PAN India BOs. Please inform BPMs to keep their device fully charged and in internet coverage area for fast downloading.
PLI DF GST Issue is resolved and other fixes which are faced on day today business by BPMs are fixed.
Message from DARPAN CEPT
Policy Guidelines on Centralized Delivery of All Types of Postal articles including Speed Post, Register€d, Parcel and ordinary articles by Delivery staff
Dear allCHQ members and Circle secretaries as per the PJCA call we are holding demonstration at Jantarmantar Delhi against the unilateral decisions of Govt/Department about different major changes in structure/network of post offices. Hence I request all of you to mobilize maximum members under your jurisdiction for attending the Jantarmantar dharna for making it a grand success. It is also requested to follow an agitation program without fail and also requested to conduct tour programmes for total success of proposed indefinite strike from 18.3.25.
With fraternal greetings
Sivaji Vasireddy
SG FNPO
GS NAPE c
FNPO Zindabad
15/02/2025
Clarification regarding processing of Bills after discontinuation of Bill Mail Service & National Bill mail Service on concessional rates. 
FNPO Maharashtra held 'Women's Conference' @ Hill top resort, Panhala Fort, Kolhapur. SG FNPO, DPS Goa and SSP Kolhapur also attended as guests. Sunil jhunjarrao, Ashutosh Desh pandey, Nissar Mujawar, R H Gupta, Dhanunjay Raut, Arvind Gavili, Yogesh samdolkar also attend. 14/02/2025
As a part of PJCA call SG FNPO participated in gate meeting at Kolhapur HO with FNPO President Sunil ji 
Dear allToday discussed with DDG Estt and following points plz note.
1. As per our request some more time will be given for Est review and process may complete by 20.2.25
2. Due to technical issues not able to complete portal will not be closed and later such offices data can be verified.
3. No single post office or single post will not be closed /abolished
4. Only office will be relocated to other place in population basis and need base particularly in bigger cities only
5. Sub office issue many lapses about non availability of workload norms like BO work, Treasury work etc all are going to be consideration.
Sivaji Vasireddy SG FNPO
13/02/2025
Independent publishers in Karnataka unhappy as India Post stops ‘Book Packet’ serviceThese changes in postal services are due to the Post Office Act, 2023, which replaced the Indian Post Office Act, 1898.
Nithesh Kuntady, an independent book publisher from Bengaluru, visited a post office in his neighbourhood last week to use India Post’s ‘Book Packet’ service (used to send books across the country). But he was shocked at being informed that the service had been abruptly stopped, and he had to ‘Registered Post’ the book instead.
On December 18, India Post decided to withdraw its long-term Book Packet service, which had helped many independent book publishers send books to their customers with its nominal postage charge. With the alternative options costing almost 50% more than the Book Packet service, publishers in Karnataka are worried if their customers will be okay with the added postage charges.
Difference in charge
“With the Book Packet service, we could send a 200-page book for around ₹20-25 anywhere across India. Even if the weight of the book were more, the price would increase only nominally, and we never had to shell out more than ₹30 to post them. But now, we have to look at other options like Speed Post or Registered Post,” said Mr. Kuntady.
While Speed Post is cheaper for publishers within a 200-kilometre radius (around ₹36 - ₹37), it becomes expensive beyond that. In this case, publishers choose Registered Post, which costs around ₹45.
“The weight-wise jump in both Speed and Registered post is too much. So far, we have been taking shipping charges of ₹30 from customers, as we did not have to wrap our books. Now, as we must wrap the books and then pay more for shipping, we will have to charge ₹50 from customers as a shipping charge. As we do not know if customers are willing to pay this extra charge, this move can potentially affect knowledge distribution,” Mr. Kuntady said.
These changes in postal services are due to the Post Office Act of 2023, which replaced the Indian Post Office Act of 1898. The new Act came into effect on June 18.
New regulations
“The Book Packet service has been merged with Book Registered Post in accordance with the new regulations. It is a matter of consolidation. We know that customers are not fully aware of this yet. We will publicise it through social media and other channels of communication,” Chief Post Master General (CPMG), Karnataka Circle, S. Rajendra Kumar, told The Hindu. He said that the concession offered on posting periodicals continues.
Independent publishers in Karnataka usually receive their orders from north Karnataka districts, like Belagavi, Vijayapura, and Ballari, as well as rural areas in other districts. Although private courier options are now available, and their prices are almost on a par with India Post’s, their limited reach and lack of proper tracking services discourage publishers from choosing them.
Good network
“I have sent over 10,000 book parcels in the last five years via India Post and have not had even one complaint. Their service and network are so good. We can track our packets online. Even for our customers, it is easy to receive their parcels as mail carriers do not change frequently, unlike courier services. Even if the books are not delivered, we receive them back in two to three days via India Post, but private services are not that diligent,” said Ranganath from Nudi Pustaka.
He also remarked that he has been advising his customers to choose their books over, say, a week and get them shipped together instead of ordering one at a time to save on shipping charges.
THE HINDU
Published - December 25, 2024 02:16 pm IST
12/02/2025
*Appeal to all Branch, Division, Circle Secretaries, General Secretaries and our other association leaders*The department continues to unilaterally issue orders that adversely affect various wings of our organization. In response, the PJCA has issued a memorandum along with a charter of demands and a course of action program to address these concerns.
All Branch, Divisional, and Circle Secretaries are urged to carefully review the scheduled program and take necessary steps to ensure its success.
As per PJCA’s directive, the strike notice will be served on 25.02.2025. Your full cooperation and active participation are crucial in achieving our collective demands.
Course of Action Program:
*14th February 2025 – Divisional-level agitation program like lunch hour demonisation and gate meetings before all offices to educate the needful of hour for agitation to save the department and also to deliver better services to the Nation.
*18th–20th February 2025 – Nationwide wearing of demand badges by employees
*25th February 2025 – Circle-level dharna and submission of strike notices
*3rd March 2025 – Centralized dharna at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
*10th March 2025– Postcard writing campaign to highlight demands
*11th March 2025 – Mass email campaign targeting policymakers
*18th March 2025 onwards – Indefinite nationwide strike if demands remain unresolved.
Let us stand united and determined in this struggle.
Unite we will stand
Divide we will fall
Let's save the Department of Posts.
With fraternal greetings
Sivaji Vasireddy
SG FNPO
GS NAPE c
Optimal Utilization of resources at Post Offices for Business Activities - Identification of Non-Core Business activities at DDO Level, to be handled by the PAOs - Formation of Committee-
10/02/2025
GDS Online Engagement Schedule-I, January- 2025- Descriptive notification and engagement schedule..
07/02/2025
Constitution of 8th CPC - Finalization of terms of reference.
Cash do Cash Lo... IPPB campaign.
06/02/2025
Policy guidelines on delivery of Postal articles by Delivery staff through their own two-wheeler vehicle.
Income Tax on gratuity amount ablove 20 lakhs.
04/02/2025
lssuance ol compilation and issuance of the Administrative Orders or instructions issued by diflerent directorale and divisions of Department, lor the year 2024.
Review of RMS sections passing through Tamilnadu Circle 
With FNPO efforts Hon'ble MoSC showed interest and finally achieved Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) bench for AP state at Vijayawada wef 17.2.2025 which will help all Central employees. Tq Dr Pemmasani Chandrasekhar garu for your immediate help.Sivaji Vasireddy
SG FNPO
03/02/2025
IDC meeting with all Unions by DDG Mails on 7.2.2025 at 11am
Standing Committee Meeting of the NC-JCM.
Statutory powers of Director General Postal Services will be exercised by Secretary (Posts) .
01/02/2025
Very informative video. All must see. Our Hon'ble MOC has briefly detailed our department's future plans and their executions.
Annexure C from budget speech which outlines how India Post will work as catalyst for rural economy. Post offices complimented by the India post payment Bank and vast network of 2.4 lakh Dak Sevaks will be repositioned to act as a catalyst for the rural economy. India post will also be transformed as large public logistics organisation this will meet raising needs of Vishwakarmas, new entrepreneurs, women,self help groups, MSMEs.... In 2025 budget speech by Finance MinisterSivaji Vasireddy SG FNPO Dear All,
Rule-38 portal is online and available now. The portal is accessible with new URL
https://hrsolutions.cept.gov.in/rule38requests
Thank you for your co-operation
Click here to see the Hindi Version of this website .
“Forward ever, backward never: onwards with Breaking Through”
Affiliated union websites:
National Association of Postal Employees Group 'C
Sivaji Vasireddy
Secretary General, FNPO
sivajivasireddy@gmail.com
9959538622
31/01/2025
Review under FR 56(j), 56(l) and Rule 48(1)(b) of CCS Pension Rules, 1972 [now revised as Rule 42 of CCS Pension Rules, 2021].
Termination of practice of Fund transfer/Loans from welfare funds to sports fund accounts at circle level.
Human rights due diligence: a new tool for trade unions takes shapeA new initiative to strengthen trade unions’ capacity to protect workers’ rights is taking shape, with UNI Global Union partnering with IndustriALL, German trade union confederation DGB, and the Friedrich Ebert Foundation (FES) to establish a Human Rights Due Diligence Competence Centre in 2025. The Centre’s goal is to empower unions to use new human rights due diligence laws to effectively protect workers’ rights.
From voluntary to mandatory corporate responsibility
Building on previously voluntary norms, such as the OECD Guidelines for Multinationals and UN Guiding Principles on Business & Human Rights, human rights due diligence laws in Germany, France and the EU introduce legally binding obligations for large companies to ensure respect for human rights, including workers fundamental rights, throughout their global operations and supply chains. For unions in Asia Pacific, where many global supply chains are based, this represents a significant opportunity to strengthen social dialogue with multinational companies. The laws require companies to engage with stakeholders such as trade unions at both global and local levels, potentially fostering more systematic and meaningful social dialogue on workers’ rights issues.
The forthcoming Competence Centre will bridge the gap between European legislation and global implementation through three focus areas:
Building union capacity to use due diligence laws effectively Supporting specific cases of workers’ rights impacts Advocating for effective implementation of human rights due diligence laws with companies and policy makers.
Consultation workshop
An online consultation workshop was held on 15 January, attracting over 60 participants from UNI affiliates, sister global union federations, and FES country officers across Asia Pacific and Africa. This workshop marked the first significant event for 2025 and is part of a series of consultations that began in September 2024. The workshop, co-facilitated by Britta Utz (FES Trade Union Coordinator for Sub-Saharan Africa), Monica Tepfer (ITUC Legal Officer), and Miriam Neale (UNI Global Union), emphasized the crucial role of trade unions in HRDD implementation, including:
Participating in dialogue on company due diligence policies and management systems Notifying companies of issues affecting workers’ fundamental rights Consulting workers on appropriate remedies Scrutinizing company reports for due diligence gaps Enforcing accountability when companies fail to conduct proper due diligence The participants explored several case studies demonstrating the potential impact of HRDD laws, including strengthening global framework agreements, establishing credible worker complaints mechanisms, and using enforcement mechanisms.
30/01/2025
PART I SECTION 2 OF THE GAZETTE OF INDIA.
26/01/2025
Unified Pension Scheme Published on 25 January 2025The Central Government has recently notified the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), of a significant upgrade for government employees covered under the National Pension System (NPS). Starting April 1, 2025, this scheme ensures guaranteed retirement benefits, providing financial security and peace of mind. Here’s everything you need to know about the Unified Pension Scheme.
What is the Unified Pension Scheme?
The Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), announced by the Central Government, is designed to ensure stability and financial security for government employees post-retirement.
It replaces the uncertainty of retirement planning with guaranteed benefits, safeguarding the well-being and future of retirees.
Currently, employees under the National Pension System (NPS) have the option to transition to UPS, with the caveat that this decision, once made, is irrevocable.
Additionally, state governments have the flexibility to adopt the UPS for their employees, and Maharashtra has led the way by implementing the scheme on August 25, 2024. Unified Pension Benefits Explained.
1. Assured Monthly Payout:
Employees completing 25 or more years of service will receive 50% of their average basic pay over the last 12 months.
For employees with less than 25 years of service but more than 10 years, a minimum pension of ₹10,000 per month is guaranteed.
2. Proportional Payout for Voluntary Retirees:
Those opting for voluntary retirement after completing at least 25 years of service will start receiving the assured payout from the notional retirement date.
3. Family Pension and Inflation Adjustment:
Family pension equivalent to 60% of the employee’s pension is provided in the event of their demise.
Regular inflation-based adjustments via dearness relief, linked to the All-India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (AICPI-IW), ensure pensions keep pace with the rising cost of living.
4. Lump-Sum Benefits
At the time of superannuation, employees will receive a lump-sum payment equivalent to 1/10th of their monthly salary (including pay and dearness allowance) for every six months of completed service.
This payment includes gratuity benefits and does not affect the pension amount.
Investment and Contributions
The Unified Pension Scheme introduces a dual-fund structure called Individual corpus and pool corpus.
Individual Corpus:
Funded by a 10% employee contribution (basic pay + Dearness Allowance). Matched by an equivalent 10% government contribution.
Pool Corpus:
Funded by an additional government contribution of approximately 8.5% of (basic pay + Dearness Allowance).
Investment Choices:
Employees can select from a range of investment options for their corpus. If no choice is made, a default investment option determined by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) will apply.
Calculation of Payouts
The scheme offers three types of payout calculations based on years of service:
Full Assured Payout:
For employees with 25 or more years of service.
Assured pension of 50% of the average basic pay.
Proportional Payout:
For employees with less than 25 years of service.
Adjusted payout is proportional to their service period.
Minimum Guaranteed Pension:
This is for employees with at least 10 years of service.
Minimum payout of ₹10,000 per month.
Why UPS is an Improvement Over NPS
Guaranteed Returns: Unlike NPS, which depends on market performance, UPS guarantees a 50% payout of the 12-month average basic pay.
Inflation Adjustment: Keeps pensions aligned with economic conditions.
Comprehensive Coverage: Offers a robust mix of individual and pooled contributions to secure long-term financial stability.
Conclusion
The Unified Pension Scheme is a significant step forward in securing the future of central government employees. With guaranteed payouts, inflation adjustments, and additional benefits, the UPS sets a new benchmark in retirement security.
Courtesy ... Kashly Blog
Sivaji Vasireddy
SG FNPO
24/01/2025
Governing of PLI/RPLI Schemes under Post Office Regulations 2024.
DoPT called for suggestions from NCJCM staff side for finalisation of 8th CPC Terms of References (ToR) 
FNPO team Sivaji Vasireddy , Sandeep Gulia , Manoj Kumar Kaushik DS Piv Jayakaran visited Krishnanagar HO and discussed Postman problems with SSP Delhi East 
Up to preparation of new postal manuals/volumes existing will be in force 23/01/2025
PLI/RPLI default fee waiver order 1.3.25 to 31.5.25 21/01/2025
Adherence to Timelines for Mail Transfer and Reporting in Case of Delays.
Post Office regulations 2024 orders... TOTAL commercial.
Previous orders/judgements of Hon'ble Tribunal/High Court/Supreme Court of India given in the favour of Department filed by Reserved Trained Pool personnel for counting of their RTP service before their regular appointment as Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant, for purpose of various service matter.
20/01/2025
Calendar of examinations scheduled to be held in the year 2025.
Filling up Twenty Five (25) vacancies in the Grade of Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade) (General Central Service, Gr.C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) .
17/01/2025
Don't accept Cable TV registation new applications acceptance.
SG FNPO letter about GDS Rule 3 and Online engagement 16/01/2025
Special Establishment Review of all Sub post Offices (SOs) and Head Post Offices (HOs) and Rationalization of Staff/post Offices, to be conducted during the period w.e.f. 03rd-28th February, 2025.
Hon'ble Minister of Communications and DONER paid a visit to Lodi Road Head Post Office (HPO) Yesterday.The visit began with a warm welcome, as the Hon'ble Minister was presented with a planter by Col Akhilesh Kumar Pandey, Chief Postmaster General, Delhi Circle. Hon'ble Minister posted hand written letters addressed to Army officers in the letterbox installed at the Central gate of Lodi Road HPO on Army Day.
During the visit, the Hon'ble Minister interacted with the Postmen/Women and Postal Assistants of Lodi Road HPО.Не expressed his appreciation for their dedication and encouraged them to continue serving the public with the motto "Dak Sewa Jan Sewa". The Central cabinet approved the proposal to constitute the 8th Pay Revision committee for Central Govt employees
15/01/2025
Proposal for Setting up Independent Delivery Centre (IDC) for centralized delivery of all types of articles.
Provision of Leave Without Allowance (LWA) beyond 180 days to the office bearers of recognized Unions of Gramin Dak Sevaks at National Level.
14/01/2025
13/01/2025
Dear allMay this harvest season bring you endless joy and success.” “Let's celebrate the sun, the earth, and a bountiful harvest. Happy Pongal!” “Wishing you sweetness and joy this Pongal season!
Burn away all negativity and bring a renewed sense of peace and prosperity to your life. Happy Bhogi to you and your family members 💐💐
Sivaji Vasireddy
SG FNPO
NC JCM Letter to Honble Finance Minister.
12/01/2025
11/01/2025
RTP case letter from SG FNPO.
SG FNPO letter on Ex-servicemen fixation of Pay.
Holding of current charge of CPMG, WB Circle.
Gramin Dak Sevaks (Grant of Financial Upgradation) Scheme, 2024- adherence to the time-schedule 10/01/2025
Annual Sports Calendar for the year 2025 - Department of Posts 09/01/2025
Since April 2023 FNPO is trying for union facilities to NUGDS and Later the then DG sir allowed us to attend a periodical meeting because of an item in a periodical meeting at Directorate and finally we got limited Trade union facilities for NUGDS. Congratulations to all leaders and members once again and convey sincerely thanks to the Postal Board for considering FNPO legitimate demand.Now in 2025 membership verification for GDS and Department employees too will be conducted by the DOP hence all cadre unions be prepared for the battle to get victory among all FNPO affiliated cadre unions.
Sivaji Vasireddy
SG FNPO
FNPO
Good and sweet news to all our FNPO NUGDS leaders and members. Our NUGDS will get official periodical meetings at all levels. 💪💪Sivaji Vasireddy
Secretary General
FNPO
08/01/2025
Inviting options form Senior Administrative Grade (SAG) officers of Indian Postal Service (IPoS), Group 'A' for their postings on rotational transfer.
Promotion and posting of Higher Administration (HAG) officer.
05/01/2025
Dear all,During 2.1.25 to 3.1.25 Sivaji Vasireddy, SG FNPO/GS NAPE c, Manojkumar Kaushik, Financial Secretary NAPEc CHQ, Mahesh Kumar Sharma, GS NUR IV met DG Post, Member (O), DDG Estt, DDG P, Director GDS/PC Cell, ADG Tech, CPMG & DPS HQ of Delhi circle conveyed new year greetings and discussed some issues and details like this.
1. Gr B proposed RR should be stopped and General quota should be increased. Nothing to worry about this and a meeting will be held soon.
2. RMS merger issue all concerns of stakeholder unions will be discussed in detail on 7.1.25 meeting at Directorate.
3. Project 2.o is under active mode and very soon may be implemented.
4. Demanded to circulate the model of pay fixation case of reemployed ex-servicemen to maintain uniformity among DDOs.
5. Rule 38 for the December cycle should be released in PA/SA other cadres like IP. (In IP cadre because of the result announcement Rule 38 allowed)
6. Assessment of POs should be conducted after finalizing regular norms based on the latest computerisation scenario.
7. Keeping in view of enhancement of counter services another 1 hour.. 5 days week, Cash arrangements, Mail schedules etc., should be implemented.
8. Clarification about membership of RMS GDS employees..
9. GDS health insurance and gratuity issues should be finalized immediately.
10. GDS Rule 3 transfer should be carried out before the next recruitment cycle because a large number of GDS posts have fallen vacant due to Delhi Spl recruitment after December Rule 3 transfers.
11. Examination should be conducted for GDS recruitment instead blind merit.
12. Irregular fixing of shares and heavy penalties should be stopped in the name of contributory negligence and DG DO letters on this should be followed strictly.
13. Action should be taken against the responsible officials for irregular deletion of questions in IP exam 2024 which changes the fate of many candidates.
14. Treasury allowance for second TR/ATR and cash handling allowance for SPMs handling cash where TR post not there issue should be resolved soon.
15. Delhi CPMG and DPS HQ assured to look after the welfare of all who newly joined at Delhi as Postman/MG. Nearly 900 joined and for rest 350 supplementary result including those names omitted in the first selection list and then MTS 2022 results also going to publish. FNPO conveyed sincere thanks for both the officers for showing much interest in resolving the issues.
16. Along with CS NAPEc Ashok Balayan visited Lodhi Road HO/ Delhi South DO and had interaction with the staff and postman trainers too.
17. Problems related to Postman about centralised delivery and 2 wheeler issues.
18. The cooling off period should be stopped.
04/01/2025
Ratnakar Shejwal Branch secretary FNPO Nashik Road01/01/2025
Thank you 2025 for giving opportunity to travel for Delhi from Vijayawada on first day along with Hon'ble MoSC Sri Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar garuSivaji Vasireddy
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