The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) has issued instructions for the mandatory implementation of e-Service Books across all Central Government Ministries and Departments.
Implementation of e-Service Book
Key Points:
- The Service Book records all events and administrative actions throughout a government servant’s career — from appointment to retirement — and is maintained as per Supplementary Rules (SR) 198 & 199.
- It must be kept by the Head of Office and transferred along with the employee during postings.
- The Government has now decided to digitally maintain Service Books on the e-HRMS 2.0 portal.
All Ministries/Departments are directed to:
- Ensure onboarding on e-HRMS 2.0.
- Digitize and verify the completeness and accuracy of Service Book data.
- Phase out physical Service Books after confirmation.
- Treat the e-Service Book as legally valid for all official purposes.
This move aims to streamline service record maintenance, promote digital governance, and ensure greater accuracy and transparency in government employee records
Order Date: 17th June 2025
Reference: e-F.No. Z-20025/02/2023-Estt.(AL)
Issued by: Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT)
