Delhi Visit Update: A Step Forward on Key Cadre Issues

Dear Members,

Greetings of the Day!

Team AIASCT, undertook a two-day (7^th & 8^th 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.

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