Dear
Members,
Greetings of the Day!
Team AIASCT, undertook a two-day (7th
& 8th April, 2026) visit to Delhi as part of a courtesy visit to
engage with senior authorities. While the visit was primarily courtesy in
nature, key cadre-related issues were also discussed in detail. The
interactions were constructive and aimed at addressing long-pending concerns of
the cadre.
On
the first day, the team met officials of DGHRD as part of a courtesy visit. The
interaction was held in a very cordial atmosphere, with officers taking keen interest
in understanding and discussing the core issues concerning the cadre. Key
matters, particularly the preparation of the All India Seniority List (AISL) and cadre restructuring, were discussed in detail among other issues.
Regarding
AISL, it was informed that the Zonal Seniority Lists from three zones - Delhi,
Lucknow, and Vadodara are still pending. DGHRD is actively pursuing the matter
and has requested the Association also to take all possible steps to expedite
the process so as to facilitate the conduct of the Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) at the earliest.
On cadre restructuring, a
constructive discussion took place. It was conveyed that the number of posts is
being examined based on functional requirements. The team emphasised the need
to ensure that restructuring translates into tangible improvements in career
progression. DGHRD appreciated the inputs shared and invited the Association
for a follow-up meeting on the next day, specifically to deliberate further on
cadre restructuring, where greater clarity was expected.
On
08.04.2026, Team AIASCT met the Chairman, Central Board of Indirect Taxes and
Customs, as part of a courtesy visit. The Member (Admin) also joined the
discussion. The meeting was held in a very cordial and positive atmosphere,
with the Chairman being receptive to the concerns raised.
The issue of delay in receipt of
Zonal Seniority Lists from 3 zones was apprised to the Chairman, emphasizing its direct
impact on finalisation of AISL and the consequent delay in conducting the DPC.
The Chairman assured that the matter would be actively followed up by his
office.
The team also discussed several
important issues, including the 01.01.1996
matter, cadre restructuring,
draft guidelines for Zonal AGT, scheduling of OCM and other related
concerns. The Chairman responded positively and encouraged the Association to
extend constructive support for the overall benefit of the cadre. Certain
issues were flagged to the Member (Admin) for necessary follow-up. The team
also met separately with the Member (Admin) and elaborated on these matters in
detail.
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| Team AIASCT with Chairman and Member (Admin), CBIC |
In continuation, the team met JS (Admin), CBIC, and acknowledged her proactive intervention in the regularisation issue of Superintendents under Mumbai CCA. It was conveyed that the matter would be examined further upon receipt of the pending reply from the concerned CCA.
The
team also revisited DGHRD for a detailed discussion on cadre restructuring.
DGHRD provided a comprehensive briefing on the draft restructuring model being
developed based on workload and functional requirements, including aspects
relating to Branch B service. The team highlighted the concerns of members and
strongly advocated for improved career progression avenues. The Association
assured full and constructive support in the restructuring process. DGHRD was
receptive to the suggestions and has invited the Association to submit
detailed, data-backed inputs to make the proposal more justifiable.
Overall,
the two-day visit to Delhi and meetings with various authorities were meaningful.
The engagements reflect a constructive and forward-looking dialogue between the
Association and the administration. It is hoped that the issues taken up will
see positive and timely progress in the larger interest of the cadre.
With
Fraternal Regards,
Rabish Chandra
Secretary General
AIASCT
CBIC is in the process of preparation of All India Seniority list for the year 2014-15 and for that zonal seniority list is required. However, 765 officers of GST of sr list for year 2012-13 are still awaiting for DPC/ promotion . As per the existing vacancy DPC can be conducted at once. VC IC have already been sought for 765 officers. Hence stress should be there on immediate conduct of DPC. Subsequently all India Seniority list issue may be taken up 2014 onwards.
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DeleteFor DPC to be conducted, not only people should be there in the SL, but also, enough number should be there in the consideration zone.
DeleteDon't agree.All India Seniority list issue should be taken up simultaneously. Association is on the right track.
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ReplyDelete(1) In respect of the request of the DGHRD for data and proposals, it is only a ploy. The AIASCT separately and in the company of AICEIA have given detailed proposals, several times, including the joint memorandum, with complete details and data. What the CBIC and DGHRD have however refused to do in the past nearly one decade is to refuse to divulge what it has in its mind. Again and again asking for proposals and data is only to drain the energy of the Associations. (2) With regard to the AISL and non receipt of SL from 3 zones, if the Chairman or Member (Admn) want it to be obtained, it can be had at the most within 5 working days. The CBIC is not without that much powers. But, in spite of that, if they keep on dragging the issue, having so far dragged it by assuming that there was a stay in Gujarat, it is only lack of interest to fill up the vacant posts at the level of ACs for reasons that could very well be understood by any one acquainted with the mind set of the Board (read collective interests of the DR IC&CES).
ReplyDeleteOn both the above issues, since the new body has taken over, it will be required to create enough opportunities by giving an impression that the Body believes the Board and DGHRD at their word and send in their proposals and requests once again and a reminder. But thereafter, unless the cadre is prepared for a conscious show of irritation, there will not be any headway for such meetings or letters.
Now that there is a Federation formed, a concerted organisational action should be planned. AIASCT should call for suggestions from the units, regarding the modes of programmes to be launched if the legitimate demands are not met within a given period (to be specified by the Associtions). The very signal that the two large cadres are preparing for protests will ensure some developments.
But, the cadre should properly respond and come forward with concrete proposals for organised protests and also should adhere to call given by the leadership after taking into consideration all suggestions. The leadership of AIASCT, in the company of leadership of AIACEIA should be able to go through the motions.
Wishing you all the best.
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