Think about it, offering up to central government employees the capacity to take family, health, or personal recharge first, while still performing demanding government duties. The wind down of the 7th Pay Commission epoch at the end of the year 2025 does not mean that its leave rules will stop granting large time off structured for the millions of members of the central government staff. These policies guarantee that the service is rendered while the employees’ health and wellness are supported.
Overview of Key Leave Types
The 7th Pay Commission’s suggestions form the basis of the Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules which consist of various leave types. All employees are entitled to a five-day workweek, resulting in 104 days off in total from work on weekends per year, along with public and restricted holidays.
There was not much change in 2025. The rules continued to be applied with justice, one of the examples being the improvement in the already existing policies that single parents enjoy and work-related injury leave.
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Casual Leave: Quick Breaks for Urgent Needs
Casual Leave (CL) is a type of leave that allows short and unforeseeable absences. Every employee is allotted 8 days of this type of leave annually.
This leave type is not permitted to be transferred to the next year or combined with other types excessively. It is only intended for personal errands or emergencies, but it still allows for flexibility.
Earned Leave: Your Vacation Entitlement
Employees working in civilian roles receive an annual Earned Leave (EL) credit of 30 days (60 for defense personnel). After that, up to 300 days can be accumulated.
At retirement, employees can encash up to 300 days. The calculation is Basic Pay + DA)/30 × days. EL allows for long vacations or family time.
Half Pay Leave and Commuted Options
Half Pay Leave (HPL) has a credit of 20 days per year of service, which is added twice a year.
Commuted Leave takes HPL days and converts them to full pay for the duration of the sick leave. A medical certificate is required for the illness. It allows the employee to recover without salary deduction for the full amount.
Special Leaves for Family and Health
Female staff gets 180 days of maternity leave, while male staff gets 15 days of paternity leave.
Child Care Leave (CCL) grants women up to 730 days off (and single male parents), at a rate of full pay for the first 365 days and 80% thereafter.
Leave Encashment and Accumulation Summary
The following is a comparison of the major leaves enlisted under the present rules:
| Leave Type | Annual Credit | Maximum Accumulation | Encashment at Retirement | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casual Leave (CL) | 8 days | None (lapses yearly) | No | For short absences |
| Earned Leave (EL) | 30 days | 300 days | Up to 300 days | Full pay; encashable |
| Half Pay Leave (HPL) | 20 days | Unlimited | No (but commutable) | On half pay; medical use |
| Child Care Leave | As needed | 730 days total | No | For child up to 18 years |
Looking Ahead in 2025
While the 8th Pay Commission is being established, the 7th CPC leave rules remain the same, focusing on the welfare of employees. Premium train eligibility for LTC is one of the recent updates which has improved the usability.
The provisions provided bring about a healthier and more energized workforce. For personalized details, check with your department or DoPT guidelines. Take advantage of these benefits—they are meant for you!
