Grant of Gazetted Group ‘B’ Status to Assistant Superintendent of Posts (ASPs)

Grant of Gazetted Group ‘B’ Status to Assistant Superintendent of Posts (ASPs).

The Department of Posts has issued an official order, dated 28th July 2005, conferring Gazetted Group ‘B’ status to the post of Assistant Superintendent of Posts (ASP) in the pay scale of ₹6500-10800. This decision is effective immediately and marks a significant administrative elevation for this position.

Key Highlights of the Order

1. Upgrade of Status:
   The post of Assistant Superintendent of Posts (ASP) is officially recognized as Gazetted Group ‘B’, effective from the date of the order.

2. Approval Authority:
   The decision was made with the approval of the Secretary (Personnel), Department of Personnel & Training, New Delhi, as per office U.O.No.11012/7/2005-Estt (A), dated 15th July 2005.

3. Disciplinary and Appointing Authority Updates:

   • Further instructions regarding amendments to rules, particularly those related to disciplinary and appointing authority matters, will be issued by DOP (P) or Director General (Posts).

Issued By

The order has been signed by S.S. Mehra, Assistant Director General (Estt-I), Department of Posts, ensuring its immediate applicability across relevant divisions.

Implementation and Dissemination

Copies of this order were distributed for information and necessary action to the following:

• Regional Authorities: All Group Officers, Section Supervisors, and Postmasters in Rajkot region were notified to implement and communicate the change.
• Superintendent and Director Postal Services: PSD, Gram ‘R’, and related officials were informed to ensure compliance.
• Administrative Authorities: Postmaster General (PMG) offices and ASPs in the Rajkot region received the directive for immediate action.

Significance of the Move

This upgrade to Gazetted Group ‘B’ status brings a formal recognition of the critical role played by the Assistant Superintendent of Posts in managing postal operations and upholding administrative efficiency. It reflects the Department’s commitment to acknowledging and rewarding the responsibilities of its officers.

This order serves as a milestone in strengthening the organizational structure of the postal services, ensuring better governance and career progression for its officers.