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Odisha Civil Services Rehabilitation Assistance Rules 2026 – Cabinet Press Brief

Odisha Rehabilitation Assistance Rules 2026

ODISHA CIVIL SERVICES REHABILITATION ASSISTANCE RULES 2026

GA & PG Department, Government of Odisha – Cabinet Press Brief – New Rules Approved

Scheme Rehabilitation Assistance Rules, 2026

Issuing Authority GA & PG Department, Govt. of Odisha

Supersedes Rehabilitation Assistance Rules, 2020

Purpose Compassionate Appointment for Deceased Employees' Families

Key Change

100-Point Evaluation Removed

Eligibility condition withdrawn

Removed

50% Group-D Limit

For Rehabilitation Assistance

Family Member

Alternative Nomination

If spouse unwilling/unfit

Review Provision

Rejected Applications

Reconsideration of previously rejected cases

Key Provisions of the New Rules

Cabinet Approval: In the State Cabinet meeting chaired by the Hon'ble Chief Minister, the Odisha Civil Services (Rehabilitation Assistance) Rules, 2026 have been approved, replacing the existing Odisha Civil Services (Rehabilitation Assistance) Rules, 2020.
Objective: The new rules aim to make the rehabilitation assistance scheme simpler, more transparent, and employee-friendly. This ensures timely compassionate appointment to the eligible family members of Government employees who die in harness.
Major Provisions:
– 100-Point Evaluation System Removed: The eligibility condition of 100-point evaluation has been withdrawn.
– 50% Group-D Limit Removed: The 50% limit for Group-D posts under the Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme has been withdrawn.
– Alternative Family Member Nomination: If the spouse is above 50 years of age, unwilling to accept employment, or declared unfit by the Medical Board, provision has been made to nominate another eligible family member.
Reconsideration of Rejected Applications: Applications that were rejected under the 2020 Rules based solely on the 100-point evaluation and are still pending shall be reconsidered under the new provisions.
Expected Outcomes: After the implementation of the new rules:
– More transparency in the compassionate appointment process.
– Simplification of procedures.
– Timely rehabilitation assistance to families of government employees who die in harness.
Effective Date: The new rules shall come into force immediately upon approval by the Cabinet.
Issuing Authority: The press brief has been issued by the GA & PG Department, Government of Odisha.

Important Points to Note

Replaces 2020 Rules: The new Rehabilitation Assistance Rules, 2026 supersede the earlier Rules of 2020.
100-Point Evaluation Removed: This was a major bottleneck in the earlier process and its removal will expedite compassionate appointments.
50% Group-D Limit Removed: Earlier, only 50% of Group-D posts could be filled through rehabilitation assistance. This limit has now been withdrawn.
Family Member Flexibility: If the spouse cannot take up employment, another eligible family member can be nominated.
Review of Rejected Cases: Applications rejected under the 2020 Rules based on the 100-point evaluation will be reconsidered.
Timely Assistance: The new rules aim to ensure that families of deceased employees receive rehabilitation assistance without undue delay.
Transparency & Simplicity: The new rules are designed to make the entire process more transparent and simpler for the families.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Odisha Civil Services Rehabilitation Assistance Rules 2026?

It is a new set of rules approved by the Odisha Cabinet, replacing the 2020 rules, to provide timely compassionate appointment to eligible family members of Government employees who die in harness.

What are the major changes in the new rules?

The major changes include:
– Removal of the 100-point evaluation system.
– Removal of the 50% Group-D limit for rehabilitation assistance.
– Provision for alternative family member nomination if the spouse is unable or unwilling to take up employment.

What is the 100-point evaluation system?

It was an eligibility condition under the 2020 Rules that required candidates to score a certain number of points based on various criteria. This has now been completely removed in the 2026 Rules.

What is the 50% Group-D limit?

Under the 2020 Rules, only 50% of Group-D posts could be filled through rehabilitation assistance. This limit has now been withdrawn in the 2026 Rules.

Can a family member other than the spouse be nominated?

Yes. If the spouse is above 50 years of age, unwilling to accept employment, or declared unfit by the Medical Board, another eligible family member can be nominated.

Will applications rejected under the 2020 Rules be reconsidered?

Yes. Applications that were rejected under the 2020 Rules based solely on the 100-point evaluation and are still pending shall be reconsidered under the new provisions.

What is the objective of the new rules?

The new rules aim to make the rehabilitation assistance scheme simpler, more transparent, and employee-friendly, ensuring timely compassionate appointment to the families of deceased Government employees.

Who issued this press brief?

The press brief has been issued by the GA & PG Department, Government of Odisha.