Government of Sindh Announces Committee for Age Relaxation Cases in SELD Recruitment–Notification

Age Relaxation Rules 2024: SELD Constitutes Committee for Transparent Case Handling:

The Government of Sindh, through its School Education and Literacy Department (SELD), has issued a circular dated 20^th January 2025, announcing the establishment of a committee for addressing age relaxation cases. This initiative aligns with the provisions outlined in the Sindh Civil Servants (Relaxation of Upper Age Limit) Rules, 2024, reflecting the department’s commitment to ensuring inclusivity and fairness in the recruitment process for positions advertised under SELD. The formation of this committee demonstrates a concerted effort to provide eligible candidates with a platform to request and obtain necessary age-related concessions, further emphasizing the government’s dedication to equitable opportunities in public service.

This circular is a continuation of a prior communication issued on the same date, underlining the importance of facilitating a systematic and transparent mechanism for handling age relaxation cases. By designating a clear process and appointing a qualified committee of senior officials and representatives, the department ensures that all applications are thoroughly reviewed and assessed in compliance with existing rules. The circular provides detailed instructions for eligible candidates to submit their applications to the designated Section Officer, enabling a streamlined approach to resolving such cases. Notification Describes;

NO.SO(GA)SE&LD/CIRCULAR/2025
GOVERNMENT OF SINDH
SCHOOL EDUCATION & LITERACY DEPARTMENT

Karachi, Dated the 20^th January 2025

CIRCULAR

In continuation of this department’s circular of even number dated 20.01.2025, it is notified for all the concerned that Services, General Administration & Coordination Department (SGA&CD) has constituted a Committee for considering the age relaxation cases of candidates in pursuance of the Sindh Civil Servants (Relaxation of Upper Age Limit) Rules, 2024, as under:

S.#         DESIGNATION                                                                              STATUS

1.            Secretary, School Education & Literacy Department          Chairman

2.            Deputy Secretary, Law Department                                     Member /Secretary

3.            Deputy Secretary (Services) SGA&CD                                 Member

4.            Representative of Sindh Public Service Commission          Member

(Not below the rank of BS-18)

The candidates applying for the age relaxation for the posts advertised by School Education & Literacy Department (SELD) may submit their application to Section Officer (GA) SELD for submitting before the committee for consideration.

SECRETARY TO GOVT. OF SINDH

NO.SO(GA)/SE&LD/CIRCULAR/2025                                                                                                                                                                                                            Karachi, dated the 20^th January 2025

SECTION OFFICER SO(GA)

Conclusion:

The issuance of this circular marks a crucial step by the Government of Sindh in fostering an inclusive recruitment environment within the School Education and Literacy Department. By constituting a specialized committee, SELD reaffirms its commitment to upholding meritocracy while addressing genuine concerns of eligible candidates regarding age relaxation. The committee, led by the Secretary of SELD and comprising senior officials from the Law Department, Services, General Administration & Coordination Department, and the Sindh Public Service Commission, ensures a balanced and lawful evaluation process.

This initiative provides a valuable opportunity for individuals who face challenges due to upper age limits to participate in the recruitment process without discrimination. The circular also underscores the importance of maintaining transparency and accountability in addressing such matters. Moving forward, it is expected that this structured approach will pave the way for greater participation and inclusivity in public service, contributing to the overall development of education in Sindh. By offering a clear and accessible procedure for submitting applications, the government reinforces its dedication to fair governance and equal opportunities for all.

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