Deputation to foreign service or other central government departments is governed by the rules and regulations of the borrowing department, with each department having its own specific conditions regarding eligibility and service requirements.
Generally, an employee must have completed their probationary period before being considered for deputation. However, many departments also require the employee to have served a minimum number of years in their current role. These conditions may vary depending on the borrowing department.
For example, an employee from the Postal Department seeking deputation to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) would be subject to ED’s specific rules. If an official, such as a staff car driver with only 5 years of service, seeks deputation, they might be told by their Reporting Officer (RO) that 8 years of service are required. This specific condition (e.g., 8 years) would depend on the Enforcement Directorate’s internal policies.
Side Note: Example of Staff Car Driver
In this context, the staff car driver with 5 years of service is just an example. The exact service tenure required for deputation can differ depending on the department’s specific regulations.
It is important to verify the specific eligibility criteria set by the borrowing department for deputation, as service requirements and other conditions can vary. The completion of the probationary period is typically required, but service duration and other factors will depend on the department’s policies. If in doubt, submitting a Right to Information (RTI) request can provide clarification on the exact conditions.