Pondicherry Civil Service

 Group B of the Pondicherry Civil Service is managed centrally. similar to the Delhi Police Service, Lakshadweep, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Andaman & Nicobar, and Daman & Diu. The Pondicherry Civil Service Rules of 1967 will apply to successful candidates appointed to Pondicherry Civil Service Posts.

Probationary appointments are made for a two-year period that can be extended. Probationary appointees shall complete departmental pass exams and training as directed by the Pondicherry Union Territory Administrator. 

Roles and Responsibilities:-

The Union Territory is governed by Pondicherry Civil Service, Group 'B' officers. Their responsibilities include, among others:

1. Group 'B' officers assist in putting government policies and programs into action by making sure they are correctly executed and beneficial to the populace. They aid in the execution of numerous development plans and initiatives.
2. Upholding law and order: These officials are in charge of preserving order and security in the regions they have been allocated. They collaborate with law enforcement to avert and resolve any disruptions.
3. Examining and implementing regulations: They are able to look at legal and administrative issues. When there are regulations broken, they enforce them and take appropriate action.
4. Ensuring effective public services: Group 'B' officers are crucial to the smooth operation of the public sector. They collaborate with several government agencies to streamline procedures and guarantee that customers receive services in an efficient manner.
5. These officers are in charge of overseeing administrative duties and resources. They oversee daily operations, keep an eye on public resources, and make sure money and resources are spent sensibly and openly.
6. Officers from Group 'B' participate in the formulation of policies and decisions. They provide insightful feedback that aids in the creation of successful development plans for the Union Territory.

Training and Posting:-

1. Probationary appointments are made for a two-year period that can be extended. Probationary appointees shall complete departmental pass exams and training as directed by the Pondicherry Union Territory Administrator. 
2. An Administrator may immediately fire a probationary officer or return him to his substantive position if the officer's performance or behavior prevents him from being effective.  
3. Pondicherry Civil Service Rules, 1967 control officers; additional regulations may be adopted, or the Administrator may issue instructions, to implement these rules. 

Pondicherry Civil Service Grade and Salary:-

Candidates must pass all three rounds of the UPSC civil service exam in order to be appointed to a Pondicherry civil service position. After being assigned to the Pondicherry Civil Service, successful candidates will get training and a salary grade that corresponds with their appointment.

S.No	Grade	Pay Scale
1	Junior Administrative Grade (JAG=9 posts)	Rs. 3700 – 125 – 4700 – 150 – 5000 INR
2	Grade I – Selection Grade	Rs. 3000 – 100 – 3500 – 125 – 4500 INR
3	Grade II (Grade 1,Grade 11=37) [ leave and training = 16]	Rs. 2000 – 60 – 2300 – EB – 75 – 3200 – 100 – 3500 INR