Membership Deduction Rules for Unrecognized Postal Associations Clarified by DoP

Summary

The Department of Posts clarifies that BPEF-affiliated associations (though unrecognized) should be treated equally with other associations for membership subscription procedures, especially in cases where associations lack office bearers or members. The Andhra Pradesh Circle is directed to adhere to existing guidelines and seek further clarification if required.

Reference No.: SR-10/5/2024-SR-DOP dated 09.04.2025

Issuing Authority: Government of India, Ministry of Communications, Department of Posts (SR Section)

Address: Dak Bhavan, Sansad Marg, New Delhi – 110001

Date: 9th April 2025

Recipient

• Addressed To: The Chief Postmaster General, Andhra Pradesh Circle, Vijayawada.

Subject:"Clarification on procedure to allow subscription forms for membership deduction when no office bearers/members exist in an association."

Key Points

• Context:
• Response to Andhra Pradesh Circle’s letter (No. U/Membership/2020 dated 03.03.2025) seeking clarity on handling membership subscriptions for associations without office bearers or members.
• Focus on BPEF-affiliated associations (Bharatiya Postal Employees Federation), which are not officially recognized but receive certain facilities.

Clarification Provided:

• No specific guidelines exist for BPEF-affiliated associations.
• Directive: BPEF-affiliated associations must be treated at par with other applicant associations under existing rules.

Action Required:

• Andhra Pradesh Circle to follow standard procedures for membership subscription deductions.
• Further clarifications may be sought if needed.

Copy Marked To

• The General Secretary, Bharatiya Postal Administrative Offices Employees Union, T-21, Atul Grove Road, New Delhi – 110001.

Signatory

Digitally signed by: Nahar Singh Meena (Assistant Director, SR & Legal).