Rotation of Officials in Sensitive Posts: ICMR Office Memorandum
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Vigilance Section, has issued an Office Memorandum directing the strict rotation of officials working in sensitive posts. This measure aligns with circulars issued by the Central Vigilance Commission to ensure accountability and transparency in key operational areas.
Important Details
- Department: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Vigilance Section
- OM Number: F.No: Vig/ICMRHqrs/01(27)/2026
- Date: 21/10/2026
- Subject: Rotation of officials working in sensitive posts
- Applicability: All Directors, Directors-in-charge, Division Heads, and staff in sensitive areas of ICMR Institutes/Centers
Main Provisions & What Has Changed
As per the guidelines, all Ministries, Departments, organizations, and Chief Vigilance Officers (CVOs) must identify sensitive posts and the staff working in them. The key directive is that staff in these sensitive posts must be strictly rotated after every two or three years.
Directors, Directors-in-charge, and Division Heads are requested to urgently identify these sensitive posts and provide details of the current staff (incumbents) holding them, along with their tenure. The required details must be submitted in the provided proforma (Annexure-I) by 30.10.2026.
Identified Sensitive Areas
The CVO of ICMR has identified the following areas as "sensitive":
- Vigilance
- Purchase & Store
- Recruitment
- Staff dealing with Service Matters
- Accounts & Finance (including Financial approvals, Project funding, grants, loans, fellowships, scholarships, etc.)
- Cashier/DDO
- Central Procurement Cell
Annexure-I Proforma Details
To comply with this order, authorities must fill out Annexure-I for each area/post identified as sensitive, detailing:
- Area identified as "sensitive"
- Present incumbents and their designation
- Since when he/she is holding the post
- Total tenure in the present sensitive post
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the required rotation period for employees in sensitive posts?
Employees in sensitive posts must be strictly rotated after every two or three years.
What is the deadline to submit the list of incumbents?
The details must be furnished positively by 30 October 2026.
Disclaimer
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