Accumulation of Paid Leave for Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) – Without Encashment

Accumulation of Paid Leave for Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) – Without Encashment

Gramin Dak Sevaks are entitled to 20 days of paid leave annually, credited in two installments:

• 10 days on 1st January
• 10 days on 1st July

🗂 Leave Accumulation RulesUnused paid leave can be accumulated up to a maximum of 45 days.

• Fractional leave: 0.5 day or more is rounded up to 1 full day.
• Less than 0.5 day is ignored.
• Any leave exceeding the 45-day cap will lapse at the end of each half-year if not availed.

💡 Usage & RestrictionsEncashment is not permitted. Accumulated leave will lapse upon discharge or cessation of engagement.

• Leave can be availed in parts, subject to approval.
• Maternity leave or other types of leave (excluding Emergency Leave) may be combined with paid leave, provided the total does not exceed 45 days.