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Odisha Civil Services (Rehabilitation Assistance) Rules 2026 | G.A. & P.G. Department

ODISHA CIVIL SERVICES (REHABILITATION ASSISTANCE) RULES 2026

General Administration & Public Grievance Department, Government of Odisha – Notification Dated 18.08.2026

Notification Date 18th August, 2026

Issuing Authority G.A. & P.G. Department, Govt. of Odisha

Legal Basis Proviso to Article 309 of Constitution of India

Effective From Date of Publication in Odisha Gazette

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Post Level

Group-D

Base-level compassionate appointment

Application Time Limit

1 Year

From date of death (extendable up to 2 years with justification)

Spouse Priority

Primary

Unless age ≥ 50 or medically unfit

Key Provisions of the Rehabilitation Assistance Rules 2026

Short Title & Commencement: These rules may be called the Odisha Civil Services (Rehabilitation Assistance) Rules, 2026. They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Odisha Gazette, superseding the 2020 Rules.
Nature of Appointment: One eligible family member shall be considered for compassionate appointment only against a base-level Group-D post. Appointment is not a matter of right and is made without following regular recruitment procedures.
Eligible Family Members: Includes spouse, sons (including step/legally adopted), daughters (including step, irrespective of marriage if dependent), widowed daughters/daughter-in-law permanently residing with the family.
Applicability & Priority: Appointment is ordinarily available to the spouse. However, if the spouse is above 50 years of age (or medically unfit), they may nominate another eligible family member. If spouse is not alive, family members can nominate.
Application Procedure: Application in Form-B must be submitted to the Appointing Authority within one year from the date of death, along with Legal Heir certificate, Medical Unfitness certificate (if applicable), and nomination (Form-A) if required. Delays can be condoned up to two years with justification.
Scrutiny & Consideration: Applications are verified by the Appointing Authority and considered strictly in order of date of death (older applicant gets priority for same date). If no vacancy is available, the application is forwarded to the Head of Department to locate a post.
Special Provision for Pending/Rejected Cases: All applications pending or rejected under the 2020 Rules solely on the 100-point evaluation system shall be reconsidered afresh under these new rules.
Conditions of Service: Applicant must furnish a medical certificate and an undertaking to maintain other family members. Once appointed, no further claim is entertained. Resignation does not confer rights on others.
Termination: Suppression of facts or false information leads to removal from service and debars other family members. Violation of the undertaking is considered gross misconduct leading to major penalty.
Seniority: Seniority is fixed below regular recruits of that year in the department/office; relative seniority determined by date of appointment, then date of death, then age.
Interpretation: Any question of interpretation is referred to the General Administration & Public Grievance Department, whose decision is final.

Important Points to Note

Compassionate Appointment: Only one family member of a deceased government servant can be appointed under these rules, and it is not a matter of right.
Post Level: Appointment is strictly to base-level Group-D posts only.
Spouse Preference: The spouse is the first priority unless aged above 50 or medically unfit – then they can nominate another eligible family member.
Application Window: Application must be made within 1 year from the date of death; delays up to 2 years may be condoned with valid justification.
Eligibility: Family members include spouse, sons (step/adopted), daughters (including married if dependent), widowed daughters/daughter-in-law residing permanently.
Educational Qualification: Widow of the deceased is exempt from educational qualification if the appointing authority is satisfied that duties can be performed without it.
Consideration Order: Applications are processed in order of date of death – older applicant gets priority for same date.
Pending Cases: Cases pending or rejected under the old 2020 Rules (due to the 100-point system) will be reconsidered under the new rules.
Seniority: Appointees are placed below regular recruits of that year; seniority is based on appointment date, then date of death, then age.
Legal Authority: The rules are framed under the proviso to Article 309 of the Constitution of India.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Odisha Civil Services (Rehabilitation Assistance) Rules 2026?

It is a notification issued by the General Administration & Public Grievance Department, Government of Odisha, providing for compassionate appointment to a family member of a government servant who dies while in service. The rules supersede the earlier 2020 Rules.

Who is eligible for appointment under these rules?

One eligible family member (spouse, son, daughter, widowed daughter/daughter-in-law) of the deceased government servant. The spouse is the primary candidate unless aged above 50 or medically unfit, in which case they may nominate another eligible member.

What is the time limit to apply for Rehabilitation Assistance?

Application must be submitted within one year from the date of death. Delays up to two years may be condoned with proper justification and supporting documents.

What type of post is offered under this scheme?

Appointment is made only against a base-level Group-D post in the government.

Is educational qualification mandatory for the widow?

No. If the appointing authority is satisfied that the widow can perform the duties of the post without the prescribed qualification, she is exempt from the educational qualification requirement.

What happens if the spouse is above 50 years of age?

If the spouse is above 50 as on the date of death and is unwilling or medically unfit, they may nominate another eligible family member (son, daughter, etc.) for appointment.

Will pending applications under the old 2020 Rules be considered?

Yes. All pending applications, and those rejected solely on the basis of the 100-point evaluation system under the 2020 Rules, shall be reconsidered afresh in accordance with the new 2026 Rules.

What is the legal basis for these rules?

The rules are framed in exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to Article 309 of the Constitution of India.

Where can I find the application forms and nomination formats?

The rules prescribe Form-A (Nomination), Form-B (Application), and Form-C (Medical Unfitness Certificate). These forms are appended to the notification and can be downloaded from the official G.A. & P.G. Department website.