The Haryana Civil Services (General) Rules, 2016 clearly define different types of retirement under Rules 64 to 70. These include superannuation (normal retirement), voluntary retirement, compulsory retirement, and premature retirement. The rules ensure a balance between employee welfare and administrative efficiency by specifying conditions for retirement and re-employment.
1️⃣ Rule 64 – Superannuation (Normal Retirement)
- The age of superannuation for all Haryana Government employees is 58 years, unless otherwise specified.
- Employees in certain categories (e.g., teaching, judicial, or medical services) may have higher ages of retirement as notified by the Government.
- Retirement takes effect on the **afternoon of the last day of the month** in which the employee attains the age of superannuation.
- If the date of birth is the first day of the month, retirement occurs on the **last day of the previous month**.
- Departments must issue retirement notices at least **three months in advance** to ensure smooth transition and pension processing.
Example: An employee born on 10 July 1967 will retire on 31 July 2025.
2️⃣ Rule 65 – Voluntary Retirement
Eligibility
- A Government employee may seek voluntary retirement after:
- Completing 20 years of qualifying service, or
- Attaining the age of 50 years, whichever is earlier.
- The employee must give a **three months’ notice** in writing to the appointing authority.
- The Government may accept the request earlier or allow retirement after the notice period expires.
Conditions
- No disciplinary proceedings should be pending or contemplated against the employee.
- Notice can be withdrawn before expiry with government approval.
- The employee becomes eligible for pension and gratuity as per rules on the date of retirement.
Key Point: Voluntary retirement is entirely at the employee’s option but requires formal acceptance by the competent authority.
3️⃣ Rule 66 – Compulsory Retirement (in Public Interest)
- The Government may, in the public interest, retire an employee prematurely after:
- They have completed 25 years of qualifying service, or
- Attained the age of 55 years.
- This power is exercised to ensure efficiency, integrity, and discipline in administration.
- Compulsory retirement is not a penalty — it carries full pensionary benefits as admissible under the rules.
- Such orders are issued after review of service records by a competent review committee constituted by the Government.
Example: An officer with consistent adverse remarks or poor performance may be retired early under Rule 66.
4️⃣ Rule 67 – Premature Retirement (on Administrative Grounds)
- The Government may retire an employee before the age of superannuation if:
- The post held is abolished, or
- Retrenchment becomes necessary due to administrative reorganization or redundancy.
- In such cases, employees are given at least **three months’ notice or three months’ pay** in lieu of notice.
- They are entitled to full pension and retirement benefits as admissible for normal retirement.
Note: Premature retirement is distinct from compulsory retirement; it is purely an administrative measure.
5️⃣ Rule 68 – Re-employment after Retirement
- Re-employment after superannuation may be granted to utilize the experience of retired employees in public interest.
- Normally for **one year at a time**, extendable up to **60 years of age**, with Finance Department approval (see Rules 150–151 for detailed re-employment conditions).
- Re-employed persons are treated as temporary employees with pay fixed under government instructions.
6️⃣ Rule 69 – Retirement Notice and Review
- Every department shall maintain a list of officers approaching the age of retirement.
- Retirement notices must be issued **at least three months in advance**.
- Review of service records may be conducted periodically for employees aged 50 years and above to assess suitability for continued service.
7️⃣ Rule 70 – Treatment of Service on Retirement
- Service is deemed to terminate automatically on the afternoon of the last day of the retirement month.
- Final settlement of pension, gratuity, leave encashment, and GPF/NPS must be initiated well before that date.
- Any delay or error in retirement processing shall be viewed seriously by the Government.
✅ Summary Table – Haryana Govt Retirement Rules (Rules 64–70)
| Rule No. | Type of Retirement | Conditions / Age | Key Provisions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 | Superannuation | 58 years | Automatic retirement on last day of month on attaining 58 years. |
| 65 | Voluntary | 50 years or 20 years of service | Three months’ notice; Govt approval required. |
| 66 | Compulsory (Public Interest) | 55 years or 25 years service | Ordered by Govt to maintain efficiency; pension admissible. |
| 67 | Premature | Any age | Due to post abolition or retrenchment; 3 months’ notice or pay. |
| 68 | Re-employment | After retirement | Normally for one year; Finance Dept approval required. |
| 69 | Notice & Review | 50+ years | Departments to issue notices and review service records. |
| 70 | Service Termination | — | Automatic end of service; benefits processed before date. |
FAQs – Retirement Rules in Haryana Government
1. What is the retirement age in Haryana Government service?
The normal age of superannuation is 58 years, unless otherwise specified by the Government (Rule 64).
2. When can an employee opt for voluntary retirement?
After completing 20 years of qualifying service or on attaining 50 years of age, by giving three months’ notice (Rule 65).
3. What is the difference between compulsory and premature retirement?
Compulsory retirement is in public interest due to inefficiency or misconduct; premature retirement occurs due to administrative reasons like post abolition (Rules 66 & 67).
4. Can a retired employee be re-employed?
Yes, in public interest and with Government approval, usually for one year at a time (Rule 68).
5. Does compulsory retirement affect pension?
No. It is not a penalty; full pensionary benefits are allowed as per qualifying service (Rule 66).
6. What happens if a retirement notice is not issued?
The retirement still takes effect automatically on the due date under Rule 70.
Conclusion
The Retirement Rules (Rules 64–70) under the Haryana Civil Services (General) Rules, 2016 lay down clear provisions for superannuation, voluntary, compulsory, and premature retirement. They ensure fairness, transparency, and smooth post-retirement settlement for all Haryana Government employees.
Source: Official Haryana Civil Services (General) Rules 2016 PDF – Finance Department, Government of Haryana.