This circular clarifies the rules regarding the ceiling limit of gratuity for government servants covered under the National Pension System (NPS). It specifies that gratuity received from previous employment in autonomous bodies or public sector undertakings is taken into account when calculating the total admissible gratuity for government service. The order clarifies that gratuity for civil service or posts held after re-employment following military service is not subject to the ceiling limits applicable to previous service. These instructions are issued in consultation with the Department of Expenditure and the Comptroller and Auditor General of India. All ministries and departments are requested to ensure strict compliance with these provisions.

This circular clarifies the rules regarding the ceiling limit of gratuity for government servants covered under the National Pension System (NPS). It specifies that gratuity received from previous employment in autonomous bodies or public sector undertakings is taken into account when calculating the total admissible gratuity for government service. The order clarifies that gratuity for civil service or posts held after re-employment following military service is not subject to the ceiling limits applicable to previous service. These instructions are issued in consultation with the Department of Expenditure and the Comptroller and Auditor General of India. All ministries and departments are requested to ensure strict compliance with these provisions.