Service Matters
Disciplinary Proceedings – Important Points
Disciplinary action must follow the prescribed procedure, respect the employee’s opportunity to respond and be decided by the competent authority on the facts and applicable rules.
Important Rules and References
- CCA
A.P. Civil Services (Classification, Control & Appeal) Rules, 1991
- CCA
Rule 8 – Suspension
- CCA
Rule 9 – Penalties
- CCA
Rule 20 – Procedure for imposing major penalties
- CCA
Rule 21 – Action on inquiry report
- CCA
Rule 22 – Procedure for minor penalties
- CCA
Relevant appeal, revision and review provisions
Key Points
- Censure
- Withholding of promotion
- Withholding of increments, as prescribed
- Recovery of pecuniary loss
- Reduction in rank or pay
- Compulsory retirement
- Removal
- Dismissal
The procedure and penalty, if any, depend on the charge, evidence, explanation, inquiry findings, applicable rules and the competent authority’s reasoned decision.
Procedure at a Glance
- 1Charge / Memo
- 2Employee’s Explanation
- 3Inquiry, where required
- 4Inquiry Report
- 5Representation
- 6Competent Authority’s Findings / Order
- 7Appeal / Revision / Review, where applicable
Practical Checklist
- Competent disciplinary authority
- Applicable conduct and CCA provisions
- Charge or memo and supporting records
- Opportunity for explanation
- Inquiry procedure where required
- Inquiry report and representation
- Reasoned final order
- Communication of appeal rights
Important caution
Disciplinary proceedings and penalties must be dealt with strictly according to the applicable rules and the facts of the individual case. Initiation of proceedings does not by itself establish guilt or innocence.
Disclaimer: These notes are intended as a quick reference for Andhra Pradesh Government employees. They are not a substitute for the original Act, statutory Rule, Government Order, Special Rule, departmental instruction or judicial decision. Service conditions may differ according to the employee’s department, service, category, method of appointment and amendments issued from time to time. In case of any conflict, the applicable statutory provision, Government Order and competent authority’s orders shall prevail.