TR 2024 Rule 95
Permanent Transfer (PT)
Entitlements when an officer is permanently transferred from one duty station to another: Composite Transfer Grant, transportation of personal effects, advances, and filing timelines.
Grant
Composite Transfer Grant (CTG)
Where a permanent transfer involves a change of duty station beyond 20 km, a Composite Transfer Grant equal to one month's basic pay is admissible. For moves within the same city or below the 20 km threshold, a reduced CTG applies.
The CTG covers incidental expenses of the move and is paid in addition to the journey fares for the officer and family.
Source: TR 2024 Rule 95Effects
Transportation of personal effects
Officers are entitled to transport personal effects by goods train, road, or container service up to a quantity prescribed by rank. The entitlement scale (in kilograms or as one full container) is laid down in TR 2024 and is in addition to a separate entitlement for the family car.
- Brigadier and above: highest entitlement scale.
- Major to Colonel: middle scale.
- Captain and below: lower scale.
Charges are reimbursed against original lorry receipts and container booking documents.
Advance
Advance entitlements
An advance of Transfer Travelling Allowance, including the CTG and estimated transportation charges, may be drawn against the move. The advance must be adjusted within the period prescribed by the financial regulations, failing which interest is charged.
Timelines
Filing timeline
The final adjustment claim should be preferred within 60 days of arrival at the new duty station. Delays beyond this window need a condonation order from the competent authority.
Procedure
How to file a PT claim
Claims are filed through your new unit's adjutant on the prescribed transfer claim form, supported by the move signal, fare receipts, lorry receipts, and the joining report.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Composite Transfer Grant for Indian Armed Forces officers?
The Composite Transfer Grant is equal to one month's basic pay where the transfer involves a change of station beyond 20 km, as per TR 2024 Rule 95. A reduced grant applies for shorter moves.
Can I draw an advance against my Permanent Transfer claim?
Yes. An advance of Transfer Travelling Allowance and Composite Transfer Grant may be drawn against the move, subject to the limits and adjustment timeline prescribed in TR 2024.
What is the timeline for filing a Permanent Transfer claim?
The claim should be preferred within 60 days of arrival at the new duty station. Late submissions require a condonation order from the competent authority.