Leave Not Due (LND) is a type of advance leave granted to Haryana Government employees when no other kind of leave (like Earned Leave or Half Pay Leave) is available in their account. It is regulated under Rule 42 of the Haryana Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 2016.
LND allows an employee to take time off for urgent or medical reasons by using future credits of Half Pay Leave (HPL). It is a repayable leave, meaning that the leave taken is adjusted against future HPL accruals.
1️⃣ Applicability
- Applicable to all regular Haryana Government employees (Group A, B, C, and D).
- Granted only when the employee has no Half Pay Leave (HPL) at credit.
- May be granted on medical certificate or in exceptional personal cases with recorded reasons.
2️⃣ Nature of Leave Not Due (Rule 42(1))
Leave Not Due is an advance form of Half Pay Leave (HPL) granted to a government employee with no HPL balance. The following key points apply:
- It is debited against the future HPL that the employee will earn.
- It carries the same conditions as Half Pay Leave (i.e., leave salary = half pay + DA).
- It can be converted into Commuted Leave (Full Pay) if required and eligible.
3️⃣ When Leave Not Due Can Be Granted
| Purpose | Eligibility | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| On medical certificate | All permanent employees | Granted when no other leave is available and employee is likely to earn HPL in future. |
| Without medical certificate | Exceptional cases (discretion of authority) | Reasons must be recorded in writing by the sanctioning authority. |
Key Principles:
- The employee must have a **reasonable prospect of returning to duty** and earning sufficient HPL to cover the advance.
- LND is not admissible to **temporary, ad-hoc, or probationary employees** unless specifically approved by the government.
- LND may be sanctioned only if the **leave record is verified** and the employee’s conduct and service are satisfactory.
4️⃣ Maximum Limit of Leave Not Due (Rule 42(2))
| Employee Category | Maximum Leave Not Due Allowed | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| All permanent employees | Up to 360 days during the entire service | Subject to availability of future HPL credits. |
| In one spell | Up to 180 days | May be extended only by Government approval. |
Note: These limits include both medical and non-medical Leave Not Due combined during entire service.
5️⃣ Leave Salary During Leave Not Due
- Same as Half Pay Leave — i.e., Half of Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance.
- Payable in Indian rupees and treated as qualifying service for pension and increments.
- No HRA is admissible unless specifically permitted by Finance Department orders.
6️⃣ Refund and Adjustment of Leave Not Due
(a) Adjustment:
- LND is automatically adjusted as the employee earns future Half Pay Leave.
- The leave account shows a **negative balance** until sufficient HPL accrues.
(b) Recovery/Refund:
If the employee resigns, retires, or dies before earning sufficient HPL to cover the LND:
- Leave salary for the unearned portion is recovered from dues, except in case of death or invalid retirement.
- If terminated for misconduct, the full LND salary may be recovered.
- No recovery is made if the employee’s service is terminated on medical invalidation.
7️⃣ Authority Competent to Sanction Leave Not Due
| Employee Category | Competent Authority |
|---|---|
| Group C & D Employees | Head of Office (up to 180 days) |
| Group A & B Employees | Head of Department / Administrative Department |
| All employees (beyond 180 days or exceptional cases) | Finance Department / Government of Haryana |
8️⃣ Combination with Other Leave
- LND may be combined with:
- Earned Leave (EL)
- Commuted Leave
- Extraordinary Leave (EOL)
- Cannot be combined with Casual Leave or Maternity Leave.
- If combined with EOL, total absence should not exceed **24 months** at one time.
9️⃣ Rejoining and Fitness Certificate
- When LND is taken on medical certificate, the employee must submit a **fitness certificate** before resuming duty.
- In case of long absence, the authority may refer the employee to a **Medical Board** for re-examination.
🔟 Important Notes and Clarifications
- LND is a **discretionary leave**, not a right.
- It should be granted only in genuine, unavoidable circumstances.
- Period of LND counts for all service benefits (increments, pension, seniority).
- However, if recovery is made due to resignation or removal, that period will not qualify as service.
- LND is not admissible during suspension or notice period.
✅ Summary Table – Leave Not Due (LND) at a Glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Advance leave when no HPL is at credit |
| Eligibility | Permanent government employees |
| Leave Salary | Half Pay + Dearness Allowance |
| Maximum per spell | 180 days |
| Maximum in entire service | 360 days |
| Adjustment | Automatically from future Half Pay Leave credits |
| Combination with other leave | Allowed with EL, Commuted, and EOL |
| Authority | Head of Office / Department / Finance Dept |
| Rule Reference | Rule 42, HCS (Leave) Rules, 2016 |
FAQs on Leave Not Due (LND) – Haryana Government Employees
1. What is Leave Not Due (LND)?
It is advance Half Pay Leave granted to employees who have no HPL balance but need leave for medical or serious reasons.
2. Who can avail Leave Not Due in Haryana Government?
Only permanent employees who are likely to earn HPL in future and have satisfactory service records.
3. What is the maximum Leave Not Due allowed?
Up to 180 days at a time and 360 days during entire service, including both medical and non-medical cases.
4. Is full salary paid during Leave Not Due?
No, leave salary is half of the basic pay plus applicable dearness allowance.
5. Is Leave Not Due refundable?
Yes, it is adjusted against future HPL. If the employee leaves service before earning it back, recovery is made.
6. Does Leave Not Due affect pension or increment?
No, it counts as qualifying service unless recovery is made for unearned portion due to resignation or dismissal.
Conclusion
The Leave Not Due (LND) Rules under the Haryana Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 2016 provide flexibility for genuine medical or personal needs when no leave is available. While it offers relief to employees, it must be used carefully as it is recoverable from future leave. Proper medical documentation and authorization are essential for availing this facility.
Official Source: Finance Department, Government of Haryana