Provident Fund Accounts Chapter IX
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What types of accounts are mentioned in the content regarding the Employees Provident Fund?

  • Only contributory accounts
  • All accounts are non-contributory
  • Both contributory and non-contributory accounts (correct)
  • Only investment accounts

Where can one find the rules for the State Railway Provident Funds?

  • In the Indian Railway Establishment Code (correct)
  • In the Employee Guidelines Manual
  • In a public library
  • In the Railway Record Office

Which document maintains the Fund Accounts of the Statutory Audit staff?

  • The Internal Audit Division
  • The Finance Minister's Report
  • Local Railway Office
  • Accountant General, Central Revenues (correct)

Which of the following is NOT part of the credits to the head 'State Railway Provident Fund Contributory/Non-Contributory'?

<p>Withdrawal penalties (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be kept as a ledger account for each subscriber?

<p>A ledger account of transactions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often should the totals of the check sheet be reconciled with the amounts credited and debited to the fund?

<p>Monthly (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which major head includes transactions from the State Railway Provident Fund?

<p>805-State Provident Funds (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should happen when subscriptions to the Provident Fund are recovered in excess of the admissible amounts?

<p>The excess amounts should be refunded and appropriate adjustments made. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method is recommended for calculating interest on excess contributions?

<p>Using simple interest at prescribed rates for half the overpayment period. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can a forfeited Government Contribution be re-credited to a subscriber's Provident Fund account?

<p>If the break in service is condoned and the subscriber is permitted to refund the money. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is competent to sanction the payment of interest on excess credits?

<p>The Financial Advisor and Chief Accounts Officer (F.A.&amp; C.A.O.). (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken when irregularities in excess credits are identified?

<p>Write back the excess amounts and interest immediately. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the purposes of the provident Fund journals?

<p>To accompany regular pay bills (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of debit listed in the content?

<p>Bank fees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for attesting the opening balances carried forward from the previous year's ledger?

<p>Section officer (Accounts) or sub-head in charge (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method should be used to post recoveries for subscriptions or refunds remitted in cash from outside India?

<p>Using remittance notes or miscellaneous schedules (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should debit entries in ledger accounts be verified?

<p>By the Accounts officer-in-charge at the time of passing the pay order (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For what reason should account books be organized into sections or compartments?

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What percentage of opening balance entries should be checked by the Accounts officer-in-charge?

<p>As fixed by the Financial Adviser and Chief Accounts Officer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section should prepare journals when dealing with cash remittances from outside India?

<p>Provident Fund Section (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be checked when verifying the correctness of recoveries in pay bills?

<p>Details in the provident Fund Journal against recoveries in pay bills (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis for calculating interest on monthly deposits in a subscriber's S.R.P.F. account?

<p>Average monthly balance for the year (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What components are included in the balance at the beginning of the financial year for a subscriber's account?

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How is interest calculated for the Government contribution side of the S.R.P.F. account?

<p>Using a separate minimum balance calculation for Government contributions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the applicable interest rate for S.R.P.F. balances up to Rs. 25,000?

<p>7.5% per annum (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often should the monthly average balance be calculated?

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What is the interest rate for amounts exceeding Rs. 25,000 in the S.R.P.F. account?

<p>7% per annum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should interest figures be managed in the ledger accounts?

<p>Posted separately for subscription and Government contribution (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should happen to the totals of interest columns in the Check Sheet?

<p>They should be transferred to the General Books (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding voluntary refunds and withdrawals?

<p>They must be included in working out the minimum balance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in determining interest on a subscriber’s account?

<p>Calculating the beginning balance at the financial year start (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What form should be used for showing deductions made from pay bills for the State Railway Provident Fund?

<p>Form A. 908 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should the ledger account for each individual subscriber be formatted?

<p>Printed on both sides of the paper (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information is NOT included in the index register according to the provided structure?

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What should be done with the old declaration form when a revised declaration is received?

<p>It should be cancelled and returned (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of maintaining a numerical index to the ledger?

<p>To facilitate reference to subscriber's accounts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should additional columns in the numerical index register be utilized?

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What should be the first column of details maintained in the index register?

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In the case of non-contributory S.R.P.F. Accounts, what is noted about government contributions?

<p>The columns will not be printed (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the provident fund rules is explicitly mentioned regarding subscriber declarations?

<p>They require a specific prescribed form (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two formats mentioned for maintaining the index registers?

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What is required to ensure the correctness of recoveries in pay bills?

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Which document should accompany the regular pay bills to show recoveries?

<p>Provident Fund journals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of organizing account books into sections or compartments?

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Who must attest the debit entries made in the ledger accounts?

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How should postings necessitated by adjustments be made?

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What process should be employed for verifying the opening balances at the start of the financial year?

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What additional documentation is required for cash remittances from outside India?

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Which details must be recorded for new members in the index register and ledger?

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What should be done if a Muslim member requests no interest on their deposit?

<p>The words 'No interest' should be noted in both the index register and the ledger. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What practice should be followed concerning account numbers allocated to members?

<p>Each member should retain a unique consecutive number and closed accounts' numbers cannot be reused. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is essential regarding the spelling of subscribers' names in accounts?

<p>The spelling should follow the subscriber's own way and must be consistent across all documents. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should block numbers for different departments be organized?

<p>Separate blocks should be assigned with consecutive numbering within each block. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What format should be used to maintain check sheets?

<p>Two distinct parts: one for deposits and the other for withdrawals and other contributions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What requirement is specified for opening accounts jointly?

<p>Accounts should never be opened in the name of two or more persons jointly. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the index register in account management?

<p>To ensure that all subscriber names and details are accurately accounted for. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the declaration form upon receiving a revised version?

<p>The old declaration form must remain available for reference until further notice. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the opening balance at the start of April 1976?

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What was the average monthly balance calculated over the period mentioned?

<p>Rs. 24520 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which month was the total contribution to the Provident Fund the highest, including both deposits and interest?

<p>November (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the interest amount calculated on the average monthly balance of Rs. 24520 at a rate of 27.5%?

<p>Rs. 1839 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the minimum balance maintained for the Provident Fund from June through August?

<p>Rs. 24000 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which month showed a deposit that resulted in a minimum balance of Rs. 24600 after considering previous entries?

<p>October (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

By what date was the total accumulated (divided by 12) balance of the average monthly calculated?

<p>February 1977 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the transfer of a member's Provident Fund Account when they are moved to a different office?

<p>Permission from the head of the new office and documentation from the previous office (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When will interest be credited to the member's Provident Fund Account after a transfer?

<p>At the end of the financial year (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What minimum balance was noted for the months following January 1977?

<p>Rs. 24600 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much was the monthly deposit in each of the months recorded?

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What should accompany the advice of transfer when processing a Provident Fund Account transfer?

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What happens to the Provident Fund Accounts during temporary transfers that exceed one year?

<p>They may be transferred to the receiving office's Accounts Officer. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the final total balance before dividing it by 12, as mentioned in the content?

<p>Rs. 294240 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action must be taken to ensure timely transfer of Provident Fund Accounts?

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What should be reconciled with the totals in register A. 913 during the checking process?

<p>The check sheet totals in A. 9120 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main requirement when calculating the total government contribution allowed at the end of the half-year?

<p>It should be adjusted by deducting non-eligible items from the total subscriptions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what frequency should interest be credited to the respective accounts?

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How is the interest on contributions calculated?

<p>Using the minimum balance and applying a monthly interest rate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the ground totals of debits and credits in check sheets agree with?

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What impact does making inter-compartmental transfers have on reconciliation?

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What is the significance of posting the column for Government Contribution in the check sheet?

<p>To ensure accuracy in member account balances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken at the end of the year for the column showing interest?

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What role does the General Books play in the reconciliation process?

<p>It should align with the total debits and credits in the checking sheets (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be credited to the 'State Railway Provident Fund/Contributory' at the end of the half-year?

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Flashcards

State Railway Provident Fund (Contributory)

A financial scheme for railway employees, where both the employee and the employer contribute funds. The contributions accumulate over time and are used for retirement benefits.

State Railway Provident Fund (Non-Contributory)

A financial scheme for railway employees, where only the employer contributes funds. The contributions accumulate over time and are used for retirement benefits.

Individual Subscriber Accounts

Accounts maintained for each individual subscriber to the State Railway Provident Fund, tracking their contributions and interest earned.

Subscriptions from members

Regular payments made by a subscriber to the State Railway Provident Fund.

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Refund of temporary withdrawals

Money returned to a subscriber when they temporarily withdraw from the State Railway Provident Fund, such as for medical expenses.

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Half-yearly Bonus (Contributory)

A bonus paid to subscribers of the Contributory State Railway Provident Fund, issued twice a year.

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Interest on Provident Fund

Interest earned on the accumulated funds in the State Railway Provident Fund.

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What are debits in the context of Provident Fund?

Temporary withdrawals, payments to departed staff, and miscellaneous adjustments.

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How are subscriptions and refunds of temporary withdrawals recovered?

They are recovered via pay bills, often with a Provident Fund journal accompanying them.

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What checks should be conducted on recovered subscriptions and refunds?

Sections responsible for internal checks verify the correctness of recoveries, compare Provident Fund journal details with recovered amounts, and pass on the journal to the Provident Fund Section for ledger posting.

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How are subscriptions or refunds remitted in cash or recovered outside India handled?

Journals are created from cash remittance notes or schedules of miscellaneous remittances for ledger posting.

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How are government contributions and interest on provident funds handled?

They are posted as credits in the manner outlined in paragraphs 925 to 927.

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How are adjustments to the Provident Fund handled?

Postings are made directly from the adjustment vouchers.

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How are payments and debit adjustments recorded in the Provident Fund ledgers?

Ledger postings for payments are made using the relevant pay orders, and debit adjustments are made using adjustment vouchers.

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Who attests debit entries in the Provident Fund ledger?

All debit entries in the ledger accounts are attested by the Accounts officer-in-charge at the time of passing the pay order for payment.

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How are the Provident Fund ledgers, check sheets, and journals organized?

They are organized by departments, districts, or categories of states for efficiency and error localization.

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Refunding Excess Provident Fund Contributions

When a Provident Fund subscriber makes excess contributions, these contributions and earned interest must be refunded to them, along with government contributions and interest.

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Interest Calculation on Excess Contributions

Interest on excess contributions is calculated based on the total overpayments for half the period.

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Re-crediting Forfeited Government Contributions

If a subscriber leaves before five years and forfeits government contributions, those contributions should be re-credited to their Provident Fund account if they return and meet certain conditions.

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Re-crediting Conditions

This re-crediting happens after the employee pays back any outstanding Provident Fund money they received during their break in service.

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Condoned Break in Service

The break in service between the employee leaving and re-joining must be approved. This applies when re-crediting forfeited government contributions.

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Provident Fund Journal Form

A specific form (A. 908) used for recording deductions made from employee salaries for the State Railway Provident Fund.

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Provident Fund Ledger Account

A ledger account maintained for each individual contributing to the State Railway Provident Fund, tracking their contributions and fund balance.

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Provident Fund Ledger Form (A. 909)

A document with two sides, where one side records the Provident Fund account details for a particular year.

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Numerical Provident Fund Index Register

A list of all subscribers to the State Railway Provident Fund, arranged by their entry order.

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Alphabetical Provident Fund Index Register

An alphabetical list of State Railway Provident Fund subscribers, arranged based on their name or department.

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Provident Fund Account Opening Date

The date when an employee joins the State Railway Provident Fund.

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Provident Fund Account Closing Date

The date when an employee leaves the State Railway Provident Fund.

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Provident Fund Declaration Form

A document by which an employee declares their beneficiaries who will receive the Provident Fund amount in case of their death.

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Provident Fund Declaration Register

A record maintained by the Provident Fund office to keep track of Provident Fund declaration forms and their receipt dates.

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Provident Fund Accounts Officer

The Account Officer who is responsible for managing the Provident Fund scheme and handling related tasks, such as declaration forms.

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Interest Calculation on Monthly Deposits

The interest earned on the monthly deposits in the employee's State Railway Provident Fund account is calculated based on the average monthly balance for the year.

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Financial Year Starting Balance

The starting balance for the financial year in a subscriber's State Railway Provident Fund account includes their own contributions and interest accumulated up to the end of the previous financial year.

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Minimum Balance Calculation

Compulsory and voluntary subscriptions, refunds, and withdrawals are considered when calculating the minimum balance for an individual's State Railway Provident Fund account.

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Average Monthly Balance

The average monthly balance in the State Railway Provident Fund account is calculated at the end of the financial year, or earlier if the account is closed before the year ends.

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Government Contribution Balance

In the State Railway Provident Fund (Contributory) account, the minimum balance for the government's contribution is calculated separately.

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Differential Interest Rates

The interest earned on the State Railway Provident Fund account is applied differently to employee contributions and government contributions.

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Separate Ledger Recording

The interest earned on an individual's contributions and the government contributions should be recorded separately in the ledger accounts.

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Check Sheet and General Books Adjustment

The interest figures from the ledger are copied into the appropriate columns of a check sheet document, and then the totals are adjusted in the general books.

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Check Sheet A. 912

A separate check sheet document, referred to as A. 912, is used to track and record interest earned on the State Railway Provident Fund accounts.

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Tiered Interest Rates

The interest rate on State Railway Provident Fund balances is tiered: 7.5% for the first Rs 25,000 and 7% for any amount above Rs 25,000.

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What are debits in the Provident Fund?

Temporary withdrawals from the Provident Fund, payments to employees who are no longer members, and miscellaneous adjustments are all considered debits.

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How are subscriptions and refunds recovered?

Subscriptions and refunds are generally recovered through pay bills, with accompanying Provident Fund journals.

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What internal checks are done on recoveries?

Internal checks verify the correctness of recovery amounts, compare details against the Provident Fund journal, and pass on the journal for ledger posting.

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How are Provident Fund documents organized?

For efficiency and error localization, ledger accounts, check sheets, and Provident Fund journals are organized by departments, districts, or categories of states.

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Who verifies debit entries in the Provident Fund ledger?

All debit entries in ledger accounts are attested by the Accounts officer-in-charge at the time of payment.

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How are government contributions and interest credited?

Credits on account of government contribution and interest are posted according to specific guidelines.

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Muslim Member's Interest Request

When a member wants to avoid interest being added to their deposit, this request is noted in the index register and the words 'No interest' are written on their account.

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Opening a New Member Account

When a member opens a new account, their full name, designation and station are recorded in the index register and ledger, and the name spelling should be consistent across all documents.

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Check Sheets and Provident Fund Transactions

The check sheets are divided into two parts: one for regular deposits and bonuses, and another for withdrawals and other types of deposits. Both parts are updated based on the ledger.

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Number Allocation for Members

A separate block of numbers is assigned to each department or employee category, and the numbers within each block are consecutive.

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Staff or Ticket Number for Error Prevention

To prevent errors in posting, the staff or ticket number of the employee should be included in the index register and the ledger.

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Individual Accounts Only

Accounts should not be opened for two or more people jointly.

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No Interest for Muslim Members

If a Muslim member requests not to include interest in their account, this request should be documented in the index register and a note of 'No interest' should be made on the top of their ledger account.

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Information Recorded for New Accounts

When opening a new account, the member's full name, designation (and station) is entered in the index register (A.910) and the ledger (A.909).

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Transfer of Provident Fund Accounts

Transferring a member's Provident Fund account from one Railway or Office to another with permission of the head of the respective departments. The account is transferred without break of service.

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Advice of Transfer (A. 924)

A document sent from the old department to the new department when a member is transferred. It includes details of the employee's contributions and withdrawals.

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Transfer of Provident Fund Accounts for Temporary Transfers

The process of transferring a Provident Fund account to a new department when an employee moves temporarily for a period exceeding one year.

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Transfer to Another Government Department

The process of transferring a Provident Fund account to another department of the Central or State Government. Interest is credited up to the month before the transfer.

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Ensuring Timely Provident Fund Transfers

A process to ensure timely transfer of Provident Fund accounts. The register of Last Pay Certificates in the Establishment Section is reviewed monthly, and necessary action is taken for account transfers.

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Opening Balance

The initial amount deposited into a Provident Fund account.

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Temporary Withdrawals

Money withdrawn temporarily from the Provident Fund account, usually for specific reasons like medical expenses.

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Minimum Balance

The minimum amount required to be maintained in the Provident Fund account.

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Minimum Balance Interest

Interest earned on the Provident Fund account based on the minimum balance requirement.

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Deposit Bearing Interest

The interest earned on the remaining balance above the minimum requirement.

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Calculating Minimum Balance

The combined amount of subscriptions, temporary withdrawals, and refunds used to determine minimum balance.

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Provident Fund Ledger

A separate record book maintained to track all the details of employee Provident Fund accounts.

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What is Form A. 913?

This register tracks debits and credits made to the State Railway Provident Fund, categorized by ledger accounts. It's crucial for keeping an accurate record of financial transactions within the fund.

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How are check sheets (A. 9120) reconciled?

Check sheets (A. 9120) are used to summarize the financial transactions related to the Provident Fund, and their totals need to match the totals in Form A. 913. This ensures accuracy and consistency in the financial records.

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What is Government Contribution?

Once the ledger postings are made, the Government Contribution admissible under the rules is credited to each employee's account. This signifies the employer's contribution to the fund.

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How is Government Contribution calculated?

The total amount of Government Contribution allowed should equal the total subscriptions received during the half-year, minus any ineligible items. This ensures accurate calculation of the government's share in the fund.

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How is Government Contribution adjusted?

Government Contribution is credited to 'State Railway Provident Fund/Contributory' and debited to the service heads concerned according to Indian Railway Financial Code guidelines. This ensures proper financial recording.

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Why is interest calculated on Provident Fund balances?

Interest is calculated on the balances in employees' accounts annually, ensuring that their savings earn returns. This encourages employees to contribute and grow their funds over time.

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How is interest on contributions calculated?

Interest on contributions is calculated on the minimum balance maintained in each account during the year, encouraging regular contributions and maximizing returns. This ensures fair and accurate calculation of earned interest.

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What is the process for calculating interest on contributions?

Interest on contributions during the year is calculated by taking a single month's interest on the minimum balance for each month. This efficient methodology ensures consistency and simplicity in interest calculation.

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How is interest on contributions credited?

The total interest calculated for each account is credited to the respective accounts at the end of the financial year. This ensures that each employee receives the correct amount of interest earned.

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How are interest rates tiered?

Interest rates are tiered, with a higher rate for the first Rs 25,000, encouraging employees to contribute more and maximize their earnings. This tiered system ensures that larger balances earn higher returns.

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Study Notes

Chapter IX: Provident Fund Accounts

  • Provident fund accounts are maintained by the Accounts Officer, responsible for internal checks on transactions
  • Internal checks ensure adherence to rules for subscriptions, withdrawals, and payments
  • Railway provident funds are categorized under major head 805
  • Funds include civil-general, state railway, transferred railway personnel, and other miscellaneous provident funds
  • Funds are maintained in accordance with specific provident fund rules for correct record keeping

A. Introductory

  • Responsibility for internal checks and account maintenance for state provident funds rests on the Accounts Officer
  • Personnel of railway subscribers are accountable for these transactions
  • Different types of funds are dealt with, including contributory and non-contributory
  • Rules associated with each fund type must be followed
  • The Accounts Officer ensures proper internal control over all transactions related to provident funds

902. Head of Account

  • Transactions for State Railway Provident Funds are under C-Railways, 805-State Provident Funds, and I-Small Savings Provident Funds
  • An individual ledger account is maintained for each subscriber

903. Outline of Accounting Procedure

  • All transactions affecting the "State Provident Fund" ledger account details are recorded in subscriber's ledger accounts
  • Check sheets reconcile entries
  • Monthly reconciliation confirms accuracy between ledger accounts and general books
  • Ledgers and check sheets are vital tools for tracking and monitoring fund transactions

904 & 905. Accounting Procedure (Debits and Credits)

  • Pay bills (pay sheets for workshops) track recoveries for subscriptions and refunds for temporary withdrawals
  • Detailed statements (provident fund journals) are created, reconciled with pay bills, and forwarded for ledger posting
  • Cash remittances and external recoveries are documented
  • Credits for government contributions and interest are posted in specified processes
  • Procedures ensure accuracy and accountability for all entries in the provident fund accounts

907. Account Books

  • Ledger accounts, check sheets, and provident fund journals are organized into compartments/sections
  • Categorization by departments, districts, or categories facilitates error localization
  • Organized record-keeping facilitates accurate analysis and reconciliation of provident fund data

908/909. Forms (Index Registers)

  • Numerical and alphabetical indexes are maintained for ledger entries
  • Index registers record account opening/closing dates, subscriber names, designations, and office/department details
  • Indexes improve efficiency and accuracy in account referencing

910. Index Registers (continued)

  • Additional columns to numerical index registers include memorandum references and declaration receipt dates
  • This data aids in tracing records and verifying transactions.

911. Opening of New Accounts

  • The full name, designation, and station should be entered in the index register and ledger, with a consistent spelling format
  • Staff and ticket numbers are recorded, if available, to minimize errors in posting.
  • Separate number blocks are assigned to departments.
  • Procedures ensure clarity and avoid confusion

912. Check Sheets

  • Check Sheets include deposits of subscriptions and regular half-yearly bonuses, and withdrawals/deposits of non-regular bonuses, including government contributions
  • This structured approach ensures a comprehensive account of all transactions

913. Register of Debits and Credits

  • Documents related to the State Railway Provident Fund (Contributory/non-contributory) are given serial numbers before being logged in the ledgers
  • Organization streamlines the process of tracking and recording transactions

914. Register of Unposted Items

  • The register should be used to document unposted transactions in a specific section
  • Finding and recording the details is essential to ensure completeness of records
  • All efforts are made for error-free ledger recording

915. Register of Unposted Ledger Accounts

  • After all compartment/section-related monthly journal entries are accounted for, unposted ledger entries should be recorded.
  • This clarifies all account and transactions details

916. Reconciliation with General Books

  • Check sheets are used to record the opening/closing balances, total deposits/withdrawals, and interest in each account
  • Reconciliation ensures agreement with general books and ledger accounts for each compartment/section
  • Reconciliation checks the accuracy and completeness of all figures

917. Government Contribution

  • Government contributions are credited to accounts once the half-yearly reconciliation is complete
  • The total contribution should match the total subscriptions for the half-year, minus any amounts not eligible for this contribution
  • This process ensures all governmental due contributions are recorded accurately.

918. Interest

  • Monthly interest is calculated based on monthly average balances
  • Calculation should be done at the appropriate rate, considering the first Rs. 25,000 and higher sums separately
  • Interest calculations ensure accuracy and calculation of accurate interest rates

919. Crediting Subscriptions

  • Important points to remember about recording contributions, governmental contributions, and interest in ledger accounts
  • Entries should be credited on the first of the calendar month if the payroll period for wages and staff is not in sync.
  • This clarity supports consistency and standardization

920. Points, Govt Cont., etc.

  • Specific points for crediting subscriptions, government contributions, and interest based on salary payment methods, etc.
  • Refunds should be processed on a case-by-case basis if a contribution is too high
  • This clarifies when to process special cases

921. Annual Closing and Reconciliation

  • Accounts for the State Railway Provident Fund are annually reconciled with general books to ensure accuracy
  • Certification from the Accounts Officer is required to validate balance reconciliation with general books
  • This approach improves accountability and prevents any loss of funds

922 Reconciliation (with General Books)

  • Ledger accounts are closed for the year and reconciled after monthly entries are complete
  • All year-end totals are matched with general books
  • This final step is critical for the year end reconciliation process

923. Accounts Furnished to Each Member

  • Annual statements of accounts are prepared and distributed to each member
  • This ensures members have access to their account data

924. Transfers of Provident Fund Accounts

  • Transfers of provident fund accounts are processed for employees with no service interruption
  • Transfers are initiated by the accounts office and include account details & forms, copies of deposits & withdrawals, and any nomination forms
  • Necessary records are maintained for internal tracking
  • Transfers are managed systematically for accurate record-keeping.

925. Closed Accounts

  • Procedures for closing accounts upon a subscriber's death or resignation from service are outlined
  • Accounts close swiftly with no interruption, followed by precise notifications & payments
  • Procedures streamline the closing process with clear timelines and procedures

926. Closed Account Process

  • Closed accounts are transferred to a dedicated list, not affecting the ongoing year's records
  • All items pending from the last year are included
  • Any financial inconsistencies in closed accounts are handled before being transferred
  • This supports accuracy and prevents possible losses

927. Errors in Closed Accounts

  • If accounting discrepancies are identified, the Accounts Officer corrects them and credits the small balance amount within six months to avoid future issues
  • This approach ensures speedy and accurate resolution

928. Provident Fund Interest/Accumulations

  • Interest calculations are conducted and recorded to comply with legal obligations.
  • This ensures that all interest calculations are completed
  • This ensures accurate and compliant record keeping

929. Special Contribution to Provident Funds

  • Special contributions are documented and included in the relevant ledger records
  • Payments are recorded promptly for accountability

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This quiz covers the fundamentals of provident fund accounts as outlined in Chapter IX. It explores responsibilities of the Accounts Officer, internal checks on transactions, and the different types of state railway provident funds. Additionally, it provides insights into proper adherence to rules for managing subscriptions, withdrawals, and payments.

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