Dear Experts,
I have been working as Scientist (at Joint Director Rank- Grade Pay Rs. 76,00/-, Group-A, Gazetted Post) at Department of Scientist and Technology, Ministry of Science and Technology, New Delhi (Central Government) since 5 years. I have got admit at US university for (2 years) Masters Programme in the area related to my profession (Software/ Computers). I duly informed informed my Deprtment while applying to this course last year.
I understand that I am eligible for availing Study Leave, however, observing the past history of such cases in my Department, I have learned that Study Leave is generally got rejected citing one reason or another by the Personnel Section (like need for country for such course not justified, similar course available in country and many more). However, there are few cases where Extraordinary Leave has been granted for studying inside the country. Therefore, I am exploring the option of availing Extraordinary Leave. In this regard, following are my questions for you since my department isn't very cooperative in such discussions and want me to go through the propoer channel to explore my queries (which will waste lot of time and may waste my admit):
- Can I avail Extraordinary Leave (EOL) after 5 years of Service for joining (2 years) Masters at USA if approved by my repoting and reviewing officer (Head of my Division)? Can Personnel Section still create issues?
- Can I retain government provided accomodation for entire period of my EOL while at abroad for higher studies for 2 years? Please point me exact guidelines in this regard
- What issues do you foresee in this regard?
Thanks in advance for your reply
Regards