#Assam Services Pension Rules

The Gauhati High Court has ruled that full-time, exclusive commission-based service in the Assam Registration Department qualifies as pensionable service under the Assam Services Pension Rules, 1969, once regularized by the state. This sets a critical precedent for thousands of temporary government workers across Assam who served on commission before formal appointment, entitling them to old pension scheme benefits.

Gauhati HC clarifies that voluntary resignation under Rule 62(a) of the Assam Pension Rules results in forfeiture of pension and gratuity, but the employee retains rights to earned leave encashment, salary arrears, and PRAN withdrawal. The ruling underscores the strict compliance deadline of four months for such resignations, impacting Assam government employees.