Panaji, 16th October 2024: The Government of Goa has released a circular regarding the implementation of the Non-Productivity Linked Bonus (ad-hoc bonus) for eligible state government employees for the financial year 2023-24. The circular aligns with the Office Memorandum (O.M.) No. 7/24/2007/E.III(A) issued by the Government of India on 10th October 2024, which was forwarded for necessary action to all concerned departments and offices in Goa.
Details of the Circular
The Government of Goa has decided to extend the ad-hoc bonus to state employees, subject to specific conditions:
- Exclusion Criteria:
- Employees in Group ‘C’ and non-gazetted employees in Group ‘B’ drawing a Grade Pay of Rs. 4600/- and above (currently in Level 7 of the Pay Matrix under the 7th Pay Commission) as of 1st April 2024 will not be eligible for the bonus scheme.
- Payment Mode and Deadline:
- The eligible employees will receive the bonus via e-payment mode.
- The disbursement will be completed on or before 31st October 2024.
- Extension to Autonomous Bodies:
- The bonus will also apply to autonomous bodies that are fully or partially funded by the government, provided they meet the following criteria:
- They follow the same emolument structure as the state government.
- They do not operate any bonus, ex-gratia, or incentive scheme.
Access to the Office Memorandum
The original Office Memorandum dated 10th October 2024 is available on the Directorate of Accounts website: www.accountsgoa.gov.in.
This circular, signed by Naresh Gaude, Under Secretary (Finance), reflects Goa’s commitment to ensuring that eligible employees are rewarded while maintaining fiscal discipline.
The state employees eagerly await the timely release of the bonus, which is set to provide financial relief ahead of the festive season.