The Government of Andhra Pradesh Treasuries and Accounts Department has issued an important clarification regarding FR 22B pay fixation for recently promoted teachers and employees. According to the official clarification, FR 22B shall not be allowed after completion of 24 years, irrespective of SPPII or SAPPII scales drawn or not. This clarification has ended long-standing confusion among teachers and employees regarding their pay fixation process after promotions.
This update is crucial for AP Teachers and Government Employees who are seeking clarity on pay fixation rules. The clarification was issued in response to repeated queries from the AP State Teachers Union (AP STU) and Other Unions, ensuring that pay fixation under FR 22B will no longer apply after the 24-year service mark, regardless of whether SPPII scales were availed or not.
What is FR 22B?
FR 22B is a rule under the Fundamental Rules governing the pay fixation of government employees upon promotion. Under this provision, an employee who gets promoted is eligible to have their pay fixed in a higher post, usually resulting in financial benefits. Traditionally, many teachers and employees used this rule for better salary positioning after promotions.
However, in practice, confusion has often arisen regarding whether FR 22B pay fixation applies when an employee has already availed Special Promotion Post Scale (SPPII or SAPPII). The latest clarification finally settles this ambiguity.
Clarification on FR 22B Pay Fixation
The latest circular from the Treasuries and Accounts Department, Andhra Pradesh, states that:
“FR 22B is not applicable for employees who are promoted while drawing SPPII/SAPPII scales, regardless of whether these scales have been drawn or not. The pay for such employees shall be fixed in the promotion category as per F.R. 22(a)(i) read with F.R. 31(2).”
This means that teachers and employees who are promoted after 24 years of service cannot claim FR 22B pay fixation benefits, even if SPPII was not drawn independently. Instead, their pay will be fixed under the regular promotion rules.
Impact on AP Teachers and Employees
This clarification has a significant impact on thousands of AP Teachers and Telangana Employees. Many teachers were earlier submitting self-declarations to fix pay under FR 22B if SPPII was not drawn. With this circular, such practices will no longer be valid.
Key impacts include:
- No more fixation under FR 22B after 24 years.
- Pay fixation to be strictly under F.R. 22(a)(i) read with F.R. 31(2).
- Reduces disputes between employees and Treasury Officers.
- Ensures uniform application of pay rules across the state.
Practical Examples of FR 22B Rule
Example 1: A teacher promoted after 22 years of service may claim FR 22B benefits if eligible. However, after 24 years, this option is no longer available, regardless of SPPII status.
Example 2: An employee who has not availed SPPII still cannot use FR 22B after 24 years of service. Their pay fixation will only follow F.R. 22(a)(i).
Useful Software for Teachers
Teachers and employees often rely on digital tools for accurate calculations related to promotions and increments. Here are some helpful resources:
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- Teachers Promotion Software – to calculate pay after promotions.
- Annual Grade Increment Software – to calculate yearly increments.
- AP Teachers AAS Bill Software – Download Proceeding, SR Entry.
The Government’s clarification on FR 22B pay fixation is a landmark update for AP and Telangana teachers and employees. It ensures clarity, consistency, and transparency in pay fixation rules. Teachers must now plan their career advancements and salary expectations based on this updated guideline.
Employees are advised to keep themselves updated with official government circulars and make use of available software tools for accurate pay and promotion calculations. By adhering to these rules, disputes and delays in pay fixation can be avoided.
