OCS CCA RULE 1962

OCS CCA – Teacher Reference

OCS CCA RULES, 1962

Odisha Civil Services – Classification, Control & Appeal

A one-page mind-map style summary of the main provisions of the OCS CCA Rules, 1962, especially useful for government teachers (Primary / UP / ME / HS).

1

Classify

Service groups under Odisha Govt.

• Group A – Higher executive / administrative posts.
• Group B – Gazetted / mid-level posts.
• Group C – Most teaching / clerical posts.

2

Control

Who has powers?

• Appointing Authority – who issues appointment orders.
• Disciplinary Authority – who can impose penalties.
• Suspending Authority – may be BEO, DEO, Director, etc.

3

Penalties

Rule 13 – Minor & Major

• Minor Penalties
• Censure.
• Withholding of increment.
• Recovery from pay.
• Major Penalties
• Reduction to a lower rank / post.
• Compulsory retirement.
• Removal from service.
• Dismissal from service.

4

Suspension

Rule 12

• When a disciplinary proceeding is pending or contemplated.
• When a criminal case is pending / under trial.
• If detained in custody > 48 hours – deemed suspension.
• Suspension can be reviewed / revoked by competent authority.

5

Disciplinary Procedure

Rule 15 – For major penalties

• Issue of charge-sheet / statement of allegations.
• Employee submits written defence.
• Inquiry Officer / Presenting Officer appointed.
• Evidence recorded and witnesses examined.
• Disciplinary Authority passes a speaking final order.

6

Appeal

Rules 22–24

• Right to appeal against imposed punishment.
• Teacher → appeals against BEO to DEO.
• Against DEO → Director, Elementary Education.
• Against Director → Secretary, School & ME Department.

7

Employee Protection

Safeguards under the Rules

• Right to fair hearing and representation.
• No punishment without proper proof / inquiry.
• Right to receive copies of charges and evidence.
• Right to appeal to higher authority.
• Principles of natural justice must be followed.

Summary for quick academic / training reference. Always refer to the original OCS CCA Rules, 1962 and government circulars for official use.