The Government of Punjab’s Finance Department has taken a significant step towards enhancing the financial benefits for specific cadre officers. On 14-06-2023, a notification was issued, announcing the Grant of Executive Allowance 2023 at a rate of 1.5 times the monthly basic pay.
The Grant of Executive Allowance 2023 extends to officers who fall under the cadre strength of Services and General Administration Department (S&GAD). This includes officers belonging to the esteemed Punjab Administrative Service (PAS) and the Provincial Management Service (PMS). The allowance is not restricted to officers serving in cadre posts but also applies to those serving in other positions.
The Grant of Executive Allowance 2023 also serves as a commendable recognition of the vital role played by cadre officers in the governance and administration of Punjab. It showcases the government’s appreciation for their tireless efforts, professionalism, and commitment to public service. This recognition is crucial in fostering a sense of pride and accomplishment among cadre officers, further motivating them to excel in their roles and responsibilities.
All the officers according to the finance department would receive this allowance from 24th April 2023.The amount of the allowance will be added to the monthly Salary from the respective date mentioned in the notification.
Conditions for the Admissibility of the Allowance
The finance department said that their respective officers will receive executive allowance on the basis of the following conditions:
- The executive allowance is admissible during the entire period of OSD waiting for posting with the effect of 20th April 2023. All the remaining conditions mentioned in the notification will remain the same.
- The executive Allowance is only admissible to the officers who are not on extraordinary leave or on leaves beyond 90 days.
- This Allowance is also for regular employees. All those candidates employed on a contract basis and MP scales are not eligible to receive this allowance.
- All the officers who are opted for incentive allowance rather than executive allowance in terms of all finance department policies are eligible to entitle to executive allowance.
