Counting Part-Time Service for Old Pension Scheme Eligibility Under Maharashtra Civil Services Rules

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Case
DADASAHEB SADA KADAM v. STATE OF MAHARASHTRA THRU PRIN. SECRETARY, FINANCE DEPT. AND ORS (Bombay High Court, 11-09-2026)
Law
Constitution of India, Maharashtra Employees of Private Schools (Conditions of Service) Regulation Act.

Highlights of the Judgment:

  • Interpretation of Rule 57 Note 1 of the Maharashtra Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1982 regarding the computation of part-time service.
  • Evaluation of whether 50% of part-time service counts toward qualifying service for pension eligibility.
  • Examination of the impact of the cut-off date of November 1, 2005, for the Defined Contribution Pension Scheme (DCPS).
  • Analysis of the interplay between the MEPS Act, 1977, MEPS Rules, 1981, and pension entitlements upon upgradation to full-time status.
  • Rejection of the State's contention that a subsequent full-time appointment constitutes a fresh start obliterating prior part-time service.