The Haryana Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 2016 classify pensions into several categories depending on how and when a government employee retires or leaves service. As per Rules 31 to 36, these include Superannuation Pension, Retiring (Voluntary) Pension, Invalid Pension, Compensation Pension, and Compassionate Allowance. Each serves a different purpose but follows the same goal — ensuring fair post-retirement benefits to employees or their families.
1️⃣ Rule 31 – Superannuation Pension
Definition:
Superannuation Pension is granted to a government servant who retires upon reaching the age of compulsory retirement prescribed in service rules (usually 58 years, extendable to 60 in some cadres).
Key Points:
- Admissible when the employee retires automatically on reaching superannuation age.
- No minimum service beyond 10 years of qualifying service is required to earn a pension, but the full pension is based on 33 years or more.
- Calculated on the basis of the average emoluments of the last 10 months before retirement (Rule 45).
Example:
An employee retiring at 58 years with 30 years of qualifying service receives pension at 50% of the average emoluments of the last 10 months.
2️⃣ Rule 32 – Retiring (Voluntary) Pension
Definition:
Granted to a government employee who opts to retire voluntarily before reaching the age of superannuation, after completing 20 years of qualifying service.
Conditions:
- The employee must give three months’ notice in writing to the appointing authority.
- Permission for voluntary retirement must be accepted by the competent authority.
- Qualifying service of at least 20 years is required.
- Pension is calculated on the same formula as superannuation pension.
Special Note:
- If disciplinary proceedings are pending, the authority may withhold permission.
- Pension becomes payable from the date of voluntary retirement accepted by Government.
3️⃣ Rule 33 – Invalid Pension
Definition:
Invalid Pension is granted when an employee retires due to permanent physical or mental incapacity for government service, certified by a competent medical authority.
Eligibility Conditions:
- Applicable when an employee is declared permanently incapacitated for service.
- No minimum service requirement, but pension is calculated based on length of qualifying service completed till date of invalidation.
- Medical Certificate must be issued by a Civil Surgeon or Medical Board approved by the Government.
Procedure:
- Application to the Head of Office with medical certificate.
- Verification of service and forwarding to Accountant General for sanction.
Note: If invalidation is due to misconduct, the pension may be withheld or reduced under Rule 9.
4️⃣ Rule 34 – Compensation Pension
Definition:
Granted to a government servant whose permanent post is abolished and who is not offered an alternative appointment by the Government.
Conditions:
- Post must be formally abolished under administrative order.
- No suitable post is available for redeployment of the employee.
- Pension is calculated on the basis of qualifying service up to the date of abolition.
Alternatives:
- If an employee refuses the offered equivalent post without valid reason, they are not entitled to compensation pension.
- Such employees may instead opt for voluntary retirement if eligible.
5️⃣ Rule 35 – Compulsory Retirement Pension
Definition:
Granted when a government servant is compulsorily retired as a penalty under disciplinary proceedings, or under special review provisions (after 50/55 years of age or 30 years of service).
Conditions:
- Sanctioned by the competent authority when retirement is in public interest.
- Amount of pension may be reduced but not less than two-thirds of admissible pension unless special penalty is imposed.
- If retirement is by way of punishment, Rule 9 applies (pension may be withheld or forfeited).
Special Case:
- When retired in public interest (not punishment), full pension is admissible based on qualifying service.
6️⃣ Rule 36 – Compassionate Allowance
Definition:
Compassionate Allowance is a special pensionary benefit that may be granted by the Government to an employee who is dismissed or removed from service for misconduct or inefficiency.
Conditions:
- Granted only if the case deserves special consideration on humanitarian grounds.
- The allowance shall not exceed two-thirds of the pension that would have been admissible had the employee retired normally.
- Sanctioned at the discretion of the Government — not a right of the employee.
- Usually granted when long service or hardship of the family justifies relaxation.
Important:
- Employees dismissed for grave moral turpitude or corruption are not eligible.
- Each case is examined individually by the Administrative Department.
✅ Quick Reference Table – Types of Pension (Rules 31–36)
| Type of Pension | Rule | Eligibility | Key Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superannuation Pension | 31 | On reaching retirement age | Minimum 10 years qualifying service |
| Retiring/Voluntary Pension | 32 | Voluntary retirement after 20 years | 3 months’ notice, Govt approval |
| Invalid Pension | 33 | Permanent incapacity (medically certified) | No minimum service; medical proof required |
| Compensation Pension | 34 | Post abolished; no alternative employment | Based on qualifying service till abolition |
| Compulsory Retirement Pension | 35 | Retired compulsorily as penalty/public interest | Reduced pension as per Rule 9 |
| Compassionate Allowance | 36 | Dismissed/removed employee deserving special relief | Discretionary; up to 2/3rd of admissible pension |
FAQs – Types of Pension in Haryana Government
1. How many years of service are required for a normal pension?
Minimum 10 years of qualifying service for superannuation pension and 20 years for voluntary retirement pension.
2. Can a dismissed employee receive any pension?
Only if the Government grants Compassionate Allowance under Rule 36 on humanitarian grounds.
3. What happens if a post is abolished?
The employee may receive Compensation Pension under Rule 34 if no alternative post is offered.
4. Is medical pension different from invalid pension?
No. Invalid pension is the official term for retirement due to medical incapacity.
5. Can the pension amount be reduced?
Yes. In cases of compulsory retirement or disciplinary action, the pension may be partially withheld under Rule 9.
Conclusion
The Haryana Civil Services (Pension) Rules 2016 provide a comprehensive structure for granting different types of pension depending on how the employee separates from service. From normal superannuation to voluntary and invalid retirement, each category ensures fair and rule-based benefits while maintaining accountability and discipline. Employees should understand these provisions to plan their retirement and safeguard their entitlements.
Source: Official Haryana Civil Services (Pension) Rules 2016 – Finance Department, Government of Haryana.