Can I pursue graduation while working as government employee?

Yes, you can. Government is usually very liberal in grant of permission to continue studies. Three out of four degrees that I have, were obtained while being in government service!

Can government employees do distance education?

Yes, a central govt. employee can continue his study from a distance education center. IGNOU ( Indra Gandhi National open university) is offering special course called distance and e- learning programmes for govt. employees (DELPGE) which are free of cost.

Is there a legal way by which a government employee can do their own private business?

No, A government employee is not allowed to run a private business, neither is he allowed to work anywhere else as a part-time or full-time employee. This is against government rule and hence person who is found can be charged for breaking the law.

Is NOC required for distance education?

No. There is no need to take NOC from employer for pursue B.A or any other course from IGNOU. You should take permission from present employer to pursue your study even though it’s from distance department. Because when you enter in contract of job with the employer you have to sign letter of terms and conditions.

Can govt employees take IGNOU admission?

Employee of Central Government/Ministers/Departments/Attached Offices/the Faculty Members of the State Apex Training Institutions will submit Admission Forms directly to the concerned Regional Centre of IGNOU along with Certificate from the Employer and prescribed fee as per the details available on the IGNOU’s website …

Is an employee entitled to study leave?

Very simply, in labour legislation there is no such thing as study leave – it does not exist. Therefore, if the employee has such a requirement, he must apply for paid annual leave in accordance with the employer’s annual leave policy.