Life is unpredictable. When a government servant exhausts all Earned Leave (EL) and Half Pay Leave (HPL) due to prolonged illness, they are not forced to take “Leave Without Pay.” Under Rule 31 of CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, employees can apply for “Leave Not Due” (LND). This allows you to “borrow” HPL from your future service, ensuring you continue to receive a salary during critical times.
Option A (EOL): Salary = ₹0 (Financial Stress).
Option B (LND): Salary = Half Pay + Full HRA.
Impact: Mr. Sharma gets paid during illness, but his Service Book will show -30 Days HPL (Negative Balance). He must serve for the next 1.5 years to earn back this “loan” from the government.
1. Eligibility & Conditions for LND
LND is granted at the discretion of the Competent Authority only if the following strict conditions are met:
- Zero Balance: The employee must have Zero HPL in their credit account.
- Medical Grounds: It is granted ONLY on production of a valid Medical Certificate (CGHS/AMA). Exception: Maternity cases do not need a medical certificate.
- Return Probability: The authority must be satisfied that the employee will return to duty and serve enough years to earn back the borrowed leave.
- Maximum Limit: 360 days in the entire service (180 days at a time).
2. LND vs. Extra Ordinary Leave (EOL)
Why should you apply for LND instead of EOL? The financial difference is massive.
| Feature | Leave Not Due (LND) | Extra Ordinary Leave (EOL) |
|---|---|---|
| Salary Status | Half Pay (50% Basic + DA) | No Pay (Zero Salary) |
| Pension Count | Counts as Qualifying Service | Generally Not Counted (unless medical) |
| Increment | Date remains unchanged | Date may be postponed |
3. The “Refund Trap” (Resignation Risk)
This is the most critical risk factor. Since LND is “borrowed” time, quitting the job before repaying the debt triggers a recovery mechanism.
| Scenario | Financial Consequence |
|---|---|
| Resignation / Voluntary Retirement | REFUND MANDATORY. You must refund the leave salary paid during the LND period. |
| Medical Invalidation / Death | NO REFUND. The negative leave balance is written off by the government. |
| Compulsory Retirement | NO REFUND. The debt is waived off. |
4. Limits for Temporary Officials
For temporary government servants (who have not completed the probation period or are not confirmed), LND is restricted:
- Eligibility: Must have completed at least 1 year of service.
- Limit: Maximum 360 days during entire service.
- Condition: The request must be supported by a medical certificate for the specific illness (e.g., TB, Leprosy, Cancer, or Mental Illness).
How is LND salary calculated?
LND salary is equal to Half Pay Leave salary. You will receive 50% of your Basic Pay + 50% of Dearness Allowance. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is paid in full for the first 180 days.
Can LND be combined with other leaves?
Yes. LND can be combined with Earned Leave (EL) and Vacation. However, the total continuous leave duration (including LND) generally cannot exceed 5 years (Rule 12).
हिंदी सारांश: लीव नॉट ड्यू (LND) नियम 2026
1. उधारी छुट्टी: यदि आपकी HPL और EL खत्म हो चुकी है, तो आप ‘Leave Not Due’ ले सकते हैं। यह भविष्य की छुट्टियों का एडवांस है।
2. वेतन: इसमें आपको आधी सैलरी (Half Pay) मिलती है।
3. शर्त: यह केवल मेडिकल सर्टिफिकेट पर मिलती है (मैटरनिटी को छोड़कर)।
4. खतरा: यदि आप छुट्टी चुकाने से पहले इस्तीफा दे देते हैं, तो आपको ली गई सैलरी वापस (Refund) करनी होगी। अगर मेडिकल कारणों से रिटायर होते हैं, तो रिफंड नहीं करना होगा।
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