Amendments to Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 1972: Extended Maternity and Paternity Leave for Commissioning Parents
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Amendment | Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 1972 |
| Key Change | Commissioning mothers opting for surrogacy entitled to 180 days of maternity leave |
| Previous Regulation | 50-year-old regulation |
| Maternity Leave | 180 days for commissioning mothers with fewer than two surviving children |
| Paternity Leave | 15 days for commissioning fathers with fewer than two surviving children |
| Child Care Leave | Available to commissioning mothers with fewer than two surviving children |
| Surrogacy (Regulation) Rules | Aligns with Surrogacy (Regulation) Rules of 2022 |
| Donor Gametes | Married couples can use donor eggs or sperm if one partner has a medical condition |
| Verification | District Medical Board verifies medical necessity for the use of donor gametes |