Transfer & Posting Policy for Officers (Non-Teaching) – S&ME Resolution No.26512 Dated 18.09.2025
Transfer & Posting Policy for Officers (Non-Teaching) – S&ME Resolution No.26512 Dated 18.09.2025
Department: School & Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha
Resolution No: 26512 | Date: 18.09.2025
Official Transfer Guidelines for all Officers/Employees (other than teachers) working under School & Mass Education Department in line with GA&PG Department policy.
Key Guidelines (Card Style)
1. General Transfer Season
15th April to 15th June every year (subject to GA&PG changes).
2. Home District Posting
As far as possible, posting in home district should be avoided. If posted, not in home block.
3. Minimum Tenure
Minimum 3 years in a station before eligible for transfer.
4. Maximum Stay
No officer should continue in same station beyond 6 years.
5. KBK Priority
Officers completing 5 years in undivided KBK, Gajapati, Kandhamal, Boudh to be posted outside. After 10 years in other districts, posted to KBK areas.
6. On Promotion
Promoted employees shall be transferred from original place of posting.
7. PWD Preference
Persons with Disability given preference in suitable districts (subject to admin feasibility).
8. Husband-Wife Posting
As far as possible, posted in same or nearest station.
9. Retirement Cases
Officers retiring within 2 years allowed to stay or move to home district (subject to vacancy).
Important: All transfers must follow GA&PG Department norms. Relaxation only in public interest or exceptional cases with recorded reasons.
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1. What is the general transfer season for S&ME officers?
15th April to 15th June every year.
2. What is the minimum tenure in one station?
Minimum 3 years before eligible for transfer.
3. Is home district posting allowed?
As far as possible, posting in home district should be avoided.
4. Are there special rules for KBK districts?
Yes – officers completing 5 years in KBK areas to be posted outside; after 10 years in other districts, posted to KBK areas.