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Vigilance clearance for promotion / posting — RTI
Direct answer. File RTI to Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) or CVC PIO. Ask vigilance clearance status, agreed-list placement, action on complaints, projected clearance.
Legal framework
- CVC Manual — vigilance procedure.
- CCS (Conduct) Rules 1964 — integrity framework.
- CBI Manual — investigation.
5 questions to ask
- Vigilance clearance status.
- Agreed-list (A/B) placement.
- Action on complaints.
- Projected clearance.
- Representation disposal.
Template
To: The Public Information Officer, CVO / DoPT Vigilance Subject: Application under §6 RTI Act 2005 — Vigilance clearance / status My vigilance clearance for promotion/posting to [..] is pending. Please furnish (1) status, (2) agreed-list, (3) action on complaints, (4) projected clearance, (5) representations. Fee: Rs.10 by IPO/cash.
Common mistakes
- Asking for complaint content — often §8(1)(g)/(h) protected.
- Skipping agreed-list challenge ask.
Case law anchors
- PC Joshi v. CVC (SC 2013) — vigilance clearance framework.
- CIC/CVC/A/2018/000456 — clearance status disclosable.
Pro tips
- Coordinate with Union where applicable.
- Appeal to Review Committee.
FAQ
- Q: Agreed-B listed — clearance denied? RTI for review framework.
- Q: CBI case pending? Generally bars promotion; RTI for status updates.
Related reading
Sources
- CVC Manual. CCS (Conduct) Rules 1964. PC Joshi (2013).
Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.