**Detailed Summary of Karnataka Civil Services (Probation) Rules, 1977 with 10 Practical Examples**

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Here is a detailed summary of the Karnataka Civil Services (Probation) Rules, 1977, along with 10 practical examples: https://dpar.karnataka.gov.in/storage/pdf-files/PROBATION%20RULES/PROBATION%20RULES-%20ENGLISH.PDF

Summary of Probation Rules, 1977

The Karnataka Civil Services (Probation) Rules, 1977 govern the probation period of government servants in Karnataka. These rules define probation, its duration, conditions for extension or termination, and the process for confirmation of services.

Key Provisions and 10 Practical Examples

1. Definition of Probation

  • A probationer is a government servant appointed on a trial basis.
  • The appointment is subject to verification of suitability.

Example:
Arun is appointed as a First Division Assistant in the Karnataka Government. He is placed on probation for two years to assess his performance and conduct before being confirmed in service.

2. Period of Probation

  • The probation period is prescribed in the recruitment rules and cannot be less than two years.
  • Extraordinary leave taken during probation is excluded from the probation period.

Example:
Meena joins as a Junior Engineer with a two-year probation period. However, she takes six months of extraordinary leave. Her probation is automatically extended by six months, making it a total of 2 years and 6 months.

3. Extension or Reduction of Probation

  • Probation can be extended if the officer has not passed required tests or if performance is unsatisfactory.
  • The Governor/Government can extend it for a suitable period.
  • The appointing authority can extend it by up to half the prescribed probation period.
  • If a probationer has already performed similar duties, the Government may reduce the probation period.

Example:
Ravi is appointed as an Assistant Conservator of Forests but fails to clear a required departmental exam within two years. His probation is extended by another year until he clears the exam.

4. Satisfactory Completion of Probation

  • At the end of the probation period, the appointing authority must assess the officer’s suitability.
  • If found suitable, an order is issued confirming completion of probation.
  • If found unsuitable, the officer is discharged.

Example:
After two years, Priya’s performance is reviewed. She has cleared all required exams and performed well. An order is issued confirming her as a permanent employee.

5. Discharge During Probation

  • A probationer can be discharged at any time for unsatisfactory performance.
  • If appointed from another post, they will be reverted to their previous post.

Example:
Shankar, a probationary officer in the Revenue Department, consistently performs poorly. His appointing authority finds him unsuitable and issues an order reverting him to his previous post as a clerk.

6. Termination Due to Misconduct

  • If misconduct occurs, the probationer can be terminated under the Karnataka Civil Services (Classification, Control, and Appeal) Rules, 1957.
  • A formal inquiry is required before termination.

Example:
Suresh, a probationary employee, is caught taking bribes. Following an inquiry, his services are terminated for misconduct under disciplinary rules.

7. No Appeal Against Discharge

  • A probationer cannot appeal against their discharge.
  • The decision of the appointing authority is final.

Example:
Vinod, a probationary officer, is discharged due to poor performance. He tries to appeal the decision, but as per Rule 8, no appeal is allowed.

8. Confirmation of Service

  • Once a probationer successfully completes probation, they must be confirmed in a substantive vacancy.
  • If multiple probationers are eligible, the senior-most gets priority.

Example:
Three probationers complete their probation simultaneously. However, Anjali, being the senior-most, is confirmed first in the available vacancy.

9. Increment and Pay During Probation

  • A probationer may receive increments in their pay scale.
  • If probation is extended, increments are withheld until successful completion.

Example:
Rajesh, on probation for two years, is eligible for an annual increment. However, his probation is extended due to unsatisfactory performance, delaying his increment until completion.

10. Probation Under Legal Challenge

  • If an employee’s appointment is challenged in court, the probation period continues until the case is resolved.

Example:
Kumar's appointment is legally challenged. Until the court gives a final verdict, his probation continues, and he cannot be confirmed in service.

Conclusion

The Karnataka Civil Services (Probation) Rules, 1977 lay down clear guidelines on probation, its duration, conditions for extension, termination, and confirmation. These rules ensure a structured approach to evaluating new government servants before they are given permanent status.


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