New government policy: 3 month notice for voluntary retirement

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Finance issued a directive to all federal ministries and divisions on Wednesday, instituting a mandatory three-month notice period for government employees opting for voluntary retirement.

The policy is aimed at streamlining retirement procedures and ensuring smooth transitions.

The newly introduced policy mandates that government employees seeking voluntary retirement must give a formal notice to their authorities at least three months beforehand.

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This requirement is designed to allow ample time for administrative adjustments, including workload redistribution and succession planning. The overarching goal of the policy is to minimise disruptions in workflow.

The Ministry of Finance stated that adherence to the notice requirement was mandatory and failure to comply would result in an inquiry process. Such inquiries will seek to ascertain the reasons behind the lack of prior notice and address any potential implications for organisational operations.

The ministry also clarified that government employees who have completed 25 years of service will remain eligible for pension benefits upon retirement. The new policy will ensure the financial security of retiring employees while still incentivising long-term commitment to public services.