LEAVE NOT DUE
Leave Not Due (Rule 10 OLR 1966) – Complete Explanation
Practical Meaning
Even with zero leave, you can take leave and adjust later from future leave earnings.
Real-Life Example (Easy Understanding)
👨 Employee: Bro, I have no leave left in my account, but I need leave urgently for an operation. What can I do?
👨💼 Friend: Don’t worry. You can apply for Leave Not Due.
👨 Employee: But I don’t have any leave balance… how is that possible?
👨💼 Friend: Yes, that’s the benefit. The government allows you to take leave in advance. It will be adjusted from the leave you earn in the future.
👨 Employee: Is there any limit?
👨💼 Friend: Yes:
• Maximum 360 days in entire service
• 90 days at a time
• 180 days without medical certificate
👨 Employee: That’s very helpful. I didn’t know this!
👨💼 Friend: Many employees don’t know. That’s why understanding rules like this is important.
Key Highlights
Total Limit (Entire Service)
Without Medical (Max in Service)
At One Time (Without Medical)
Rule 10 – Official Provision
Leave Not Due may be granted to a permanent Government servant for a period not exceeding 360 days during entire service.
It can be granted even without medical certificate up to 90 days at a time and 180 days in total.
This leave is adjusted against future Half Pay Leave that the employee will earn after returning to duty.
Conditions
- Only for permanent employees
- Must return to duty
- Authority approval required
- Not allowed when your retirement approaches
Practical Meaning
Even with zero leave, you can take leave now and adjust later from future leave earnings.
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FAQ
Can I take leave without balance?
Yes, through Leave Not Due.
Is medical certificate needed?
Not always. Leave Not Due can be granted without a medical certificate up to 90 days at a time and a maximum of 180 days in total during the entire service.
How is it adjusted?
From future Half Pay Leave.