Grounds and Effect of Administrative Transfer

Grounds and Effect of Administrative Transfer :

1. (1) An administrative transfer may be effected in order to-
   • (a) ensure uninterrupted academic functioning;
   • (b) maintain discipline and administrative control;
   • (c) correct staff surplus or shortage and ensure rational deployment;
   • (d) comply with staffing norms, subject requirements, or institutional needs; or
   • (e) fill vacancies arising from retirement, promotion, deputation, suspension.
2. (2) An administrative transfer may be ordered notwithstanding-
   • (a) minimum tenure requirements; or
   • (b) the annual transfer calendar.
3. (3) No prior notice or consent of the teacher shall be required for an administrative transfer without prejudice to the principles of natural justice where punitive consequences are involved.