WBCS Officers to Become SDM-SDO After 5 Years: Nabanna Notification

• West Bengal government issues notification allowing WBCS (Executive) officers to be posted as SDM or SDO after five years of service.
• The decision follows the Chief Minister's announcement and cabinet approval.
• New provisions are implemented for the appointment of WBCS (Executive) officers to these posts under specific conditions.
• The amendment, approved by the Governor, modifies the West Bengal Civil Service (Executive) Officers (Pay) Rules, 2021.
• Five years of satisfactory service, including probation and BDO tenure, makes officers eligible for SDM/SDO roles.