Staff Ruling | Staff quarters in Post Offices

1. Is subletting of Government accommodation considered an offense under CCS (CCA) Rules?

Yes, subletting is considered unbecoming conduct and may lead to disciplinary action against the Government employee. (DOPT OM No. 41013/14/85-Estt (A) dated 06.03.1986)

2. Who are considered close relatives for sharing Government accommodation without being deemed as subletting?

The following individuals are considered close relatives:

• Immediate family members (father, mother, brothers, sisters, grandfather, grandmother, grandsons, and granddaughters)
• Uncles, aunts, first cousins, nephews, and nieces (directly related by blood)
• In-laws (father-in-law, mother-in-law, sister-in-law, brother-in-law, son-in-law, and daughter-in-law)
• Legally adopted relatives
• Brother-in-law (added to the list as per DE OM No. 12032/2/83-Pol.II dated 24.8.1999)

3. What is the time limit for notifying the completion of a house owned by an allottee of Government accommodation or their family members?

Allottees must notify the Director of Estates within one month from the date the house is let out, occupied, or completed, whichever is earlier.