Military Veterans Welfare
Rules, Regulations and Updated orders & Instructions on Indian Defence related issues
Registered Post is now past and it will no more be possible in India. A Circular issued by Government of India, Department of Posts (Mails Operations Division) on 02 July 2025 related to amendment of Administrative Instructions, SOPs, and Operational Guidelines due to the Merger of Registered Post with Speed Post (for Domestic Transmission) 🔹 … Read more
SBI Designates 699 Branches as SPARSH Service Centres for Defence Pensioners In a significant step towards streamlining pension-related services for the defence veteran community, the State Bank of India (SBI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Principal Controller of Defence Accounts (PCDA) in July 2025. As part of this MoU, 699 SBI … Read more
The reemployment of ex-servicemen, particularly Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs) and Other Ranks (OR) from the Indian Armed Forces, in central civil services and public sector undertakings (PSUs) is a crucial initiative aimed at leveraging their experience and discipline. However, a significant anomaly has long been observed in the process of pay fixation upon their reemployment. … Read more
New Scheme Approved by MoD (DESW) Dated: 25 July 2025Issued by: Central Organisation ECHS, Adjutant General’s Branch, IHQ of MoD (Army), Delhi Cantt. To enhance healthcare accessibility, the Ministry of Defence (DESW) has approved the Home Delivery of Not Available (NA) Medicines for specific ECHS beneficiaries through their parent polyclinics. Eligible Beneficiaries: Home delivery services … Read more
New Policy Update from Directorate General of Recruiting – July 2025 In a major boost to the families of serving soldiers, ex-servicemen, and war widows, the Indian Army has extended the benefit of bonus marks to two wards (instead of one) under the Unit Headquarters (UHQ) Quota Recruitment Scheme. This policy change will take effect … Read more
The Directorate of Canteen Services (CSD) under the Quartermaster General’s Branch (QMG) has introduced several veteran-friendly reforms aimed at improving the experience of serving personnel, ex-servicemen, and their families. From increasing monetary limits for vehicle purchases to easing card renewals, these changes reflect a major upgrade in the CSD ecosystem. CSD Smart Card Renewal Portal … Read more
Since 1986, re-employed ex-servicemen from the Commissioned Officer category have been entitled to pay fixation at the same stage as their last drawn pay in the armed forces, with applicable allowances and a partial deduction of pension. In contrast, Personnel Below Officer Rank (PBOR) are denied similar treatment and are instead placed at par with … Read more
🎤 होस्ट (प्रश्न 1):नमस्कार श्रोताओं! आज हम एक ऐसे मुद्दे पर बात करने जा रहे हैं जो हजारों पूर्व सैनिकों को प्रभावित करता है — सिविल सेवाओं में पुनर्नियुक्ति के समय वेतन निर्धारण में अनियमितता। सबसे पहले बताइए, ‘पे फिक्सेशन’ होता क्या है और ये पूर्व सैनिकों के लिए इतना अहम क्यों है? 🎧 गेस्ट … Read more
Securing a government job after retiring from the Indian Armed Forces has become increasingly competitive. In this scenario, joining the Defence Security Corps (DSC) offers a promising opportunity with a respectable salary and job stability. Below are the complete details of the upcoming recruitment programme: 📅 Notification Date: 16 July 2025 🔰 Organized by: DSC … Read more
Why Reimbursement ? Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) beneficiaries may sometimes be prescribed medicines that are not available at ECHS Polyclinics. In such cases, veterans and dependents are entitled to purchase from the market and claim reimbursement. This guide outlines the complete procedure to claim such reimbursements. ✅ Step 1: Ensure the Prescription is from … Read more
Ministry of Defence, Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare , Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB) has issued a circular on 22 July 2025 regarding MBBS admission in Defence Quota. The Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB) has circulated the Google application form for the allotment of MBBS/BDS seats under the Central Pool Quota for the academic year 2025–26. 🧑⚕️ Who … Read more
The Rehabilitation Imperative India is home to 2.78 million ex‑servicemen (ESM), with nearly 60,000 soldiers hanging up their boots each year—often in their late 30s. Early retirement keeps the military youthful, but it also means veterans must build a “second life” to meet financial and social obligations. To smooth that transition, the Ministry of Defence runs a … Read more
Parliament’s Official Word On 21 July 2025 the Ministry of Finance, replying to Unstarred Question No. 150 in the Lok Sabha, confirmed four key points: Why it matters: A formal reply in Parliament creates a statutory record and effectively locks the executive into the commissioning process. What Exactly Is a Central Pay Commission? Since 1946, every 8‑10 years an expert panel … Read more
India’s manufacturing sector is undergoing a transformation that places it at the heart of economic recovery, job creation, and global supply chain realignment. Backed by strong data, growing investor confidence, and strategic policy initiatives, the sector is fast becoming a cornerstone of India’s aspirations to become a $5 trillion economy and a global manufacturing powerhouse. … Read more
Jai Hind! Welcome to ESM Info Club, in todays discussion , it brings you the untold struggles and triumphs of India’s soldiers—on and off the battlefield. Understanding Disability Pension* “Disability pension – यह सिर्फ एक आर्थिक सहायता नहीं है, बल्कि एक सैनिक की सेवा और बलिदान का सम्मान है। Indian Army के जवान अक्सर harsh … Read more
A delegation of re-employed ex-servicemen, led by Nb Sub Pankaj Patil (re-employed in a Central Autonomous Body) along with four other members working in the Indian Railways and Income Tax Department, met Hon’ble Shri Anil Yeshwant Desai, Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), representing the Modi Government, at his Mumbai office today. 🛡️ Objective of the … Read more
What is the Pay Fixation Issue Thousands of Personnel Below Officer Rank (PBOR) leave the Armed Forces at 37‑40 years—nearly two decades before the standard civilian superannuation age. To soften this early exit the Government of India (GoI) permits re‑employment in ministries, departments, public‑sector banks (PSBs) and other bodies. However, the benefit that matters most—pay fixation—is … Read more
Director General of Posts & Ors. v. B. Ravindran & Anr. Supreme Court of India, Civil Appeals 14493‑14512 of 1996, decision dated 8 November 1996 on Pay fixation of Reemployed Exserviceman in Central Civil Services – PBOR is reproduced here in detils. Background of the Case related to Pay Fixation in Reemployed Post Supreme Court has delivered an important judgement in favour of the Reemployed Exserviceman which allows … Read more
Kargil Vijay Diwas Commemoration – Organised by : National Soldiers’ Organisation (Rashtriya Sainik Sanstha), Ghaziabad District Unit Background & Purpose Every year, 26 July is observed as Kargil Vijay Diwas to honour the valour of the Indian Armed Forces during Operation Vijay (1999). To mark the 26th anniversary, the Ghaziabad district branch of the National … Read more
The Army Welfare Placement Organisation (AWPO) continues its mission to facilitate the placement of retiring Army personnel, widows, and wards by offering a range of employment opportunities across India. Below are the latest vacancies available as of July 2025: Executive and Managerial Roles Position Rank/Age Criteria Location Salary Range OSD Security Officers, 40 yrs Mumbai … Read more