The central government employees have reason to be very happy—the leave rules of the 7th Pay Commission, which were no major revamps, stayed invulnerable up to 2025 while the 8th Pay Commission was setting up for 2026. These rules have been in place since 2016, which means equitable time off for rest, family, and health. A new order from the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) was issued on July 1, 2025, which clarified the encashment of Leave Travel Concession (LTC) by allowing encashment of up to 60 days during service without affecting the retirement limits. It’s all about maintaining a healthy balance: Work hard, recharge easy!
Earned Leave: Your Yearly Reward
Earned Leave (EL) is your turn to relax—the break is 30 days a year for civilians and 60 for defense personnel, credited every June and December. You can accumulate a maximum of 300 days in total, with a cap of 180 days in one go for long holidays. In 2025, encashment of up to 60 days is allowed at any time (salary = basic + DA / 30 per day), which is great for unexpected trips or emergencies. Medical proof is not needed—just apply through your office portal. It is yours, so you can use it without guilt!
Half Pay and Maternity: Support When You Need It
Half Pay Leave (HPL) allows 20 days yearly (10 credited twice a year), which is paid at a 50% salary basis for illness or recovery—requires a doctor’s note, but no limit on accumulation. Maternity Leave stands out with 180 days full-pay for women, which can be extended for adoption or single dads. Child Care Leave (CCL) provides 730 days (up to 3 years) at 100% pay the first year, 80% afterwards, for children under the age of 18. Tip for 2025: as per DoPT revisions, CCL now includes differently-abled children, not just minors.
Other Leaves: Casual to Study, Covered All Ways
Casual Leave? 8-10 days for emergency needs, combinable with Sundays. Study Leave up to 24 months for further studies, with half-paid options. Work-Related Injury Leave (WRIIL) pays fully during hospitalization. Furlough? Up to 60 days for defense only. No leaves transfer between employees, but vocational staff will receive 10 EL days instead of extra HPL. Everything is online via SPARROW or e-Office—fast approvals are guaranteed!
Quick List: Top Leave Perks in 2025
- 30 EL Yearly: Accumulate 300 days, encash 60 anytime.
20 HPL: Half-pay for health, no limit on buildup.
180 Maternity: Full support for moms and adoptive parents.
730 CCL: Flexible for child care, 100% pay first year.
8 Casual Days: For life’s little surprises, easy combo.
LTC Encash: July 2025 order boosts travel cash-outs.
Final Thoughts
The 7th Pay Commission’s 2025 leave rules may not be very attractive—they are dependable barriers to work-life balance. With clarifications such as LTC encashment, it is more convenient than ever to recharge without having the fear of worrying. Today check your balance on the HRMS portal, plan the family trip and apply early. As 2026 is approaching, take advantage of these stable perks. Sleep well, you will come back stronger—your well-deserved breaks are waiting for you!