DoPT GoI announces the transfer of IAS officer Shri Rohit Anand from Manipur to Uttar Pradesh cadre on grounds of marriage to Smt. Krati Raj, IAS. Dated: Feb 11, 2026.
The Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT), Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India, has issued an official notification regarding the inter-cadre transfer of an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer. This notification, dated 11th February 2026, details the transfer of Shri Rohit Anand, IAS (MN:2019), from the Manipur cadre to the Uttar Pradesh cadre.
Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT), Government of India |
| Notification No. | 13017/01/2026-AIS-I (S-II&III) |
| Date of Notification | 11th February 2026 |
| Officer Transferred | Shri Rohit Anand, IAS (MN:2019) |
| Transfer From Cadre | Manipur Cadre |
| Transfer To Cadre | Uttar Pradesh Cadre |
| Reason for Transfer | On grounds of marriage to Smt. Krati Raj, IAS (UP:2021) |
What Changed
This notification officially announces the change in the cadre allocation for Shri Rohit Anand, a 2019 batch IAS officer. Previously allocated to the Manipur cadre, he has now been transferred to the Uttar Pradesh cadre.
Comparison: Earlier vs. Revised
| Particulars | Earlier Status | Revised Status |
|---|---|---|
| Officer Name | Shri Rohit Anand, IAS | Shri Rohit Anand, IAS |
| Batch Year | 2019 | 2019 |
| Assigned Cadre | Manipur (MN:2019) | Uttar Pradesh (UP) |
Reason for Change
The inter-cadre transfer has been approved by the Central Government, with the concurrence of both the State Governments of Manipur and Uttar Pradesh, based on the provisions of sub-rule (2) of Rule 5 of the Indian Administrative Service (Cadre) Rules, 1954. The specific ground for this transfer is marriage, as Shri Rohit Anand is married to Smt. Krati Raj, IAS (UP:2021), who belongs to the Uttar Pradesh cadre.
Action Required
This notification is primarily an administrative order for the concerned officer and respective state governments. No action is required from the general public or job aspirants regarding this transfer. The Chief Secretaries of Manipur and Uttar Pradesh, along with other relevant departments, have been duly informed for necessary action regarding the officer’s relief and joining report.
FAQs
Q1: What is an inter-cadre transfer for IAS officers?
A: An inter-cadre transfer allows an IAS officer to move from their originally allocated state cadre to another state cadre. These transfers are typically granted on specific grounds, such as marriage to another All India Service officer belonging to a different cadre, or on compassionate grounds, subject to the approval of the Central Government and concurrence of the concerned state governments.
Q2: What are the Indian Administrative Service (Cadre) Rules, 1954?
A: The IAS (Cadre) Rules, 1954, govern the allocation, transfer, and various other service conditions of officers belonging to the Indian Administrative Service. Rule 5, specifically, deals with the allocation of members of the service to various cadres and provisions for their inter-cadre transfers.
Q3: Who approves IAS inter-cadre transfers?
A: Inter-cadre transfers for IAS officers are approved by the Central Government, specifically the Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions. This approval is granted after obtaining the concurrence of both the ‘losing’ and ‘gaining’ state governments involved in the transfer.
Q4: Does this notification affect new IAS recruitments or exams?
A: No, this notification is an administrative order concerning an existing IAS officer’s cadre allocation and does not have any direct impact on ongoing or future IAS recruitment processes (like the UPSC Civil Services Exam) or any related examination schedules.
Q5: Where can I find more information about IAS cadre rules?
A: Detailed information about IAS cadre rules, including provisions for transfers, can be found on the official website of the Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT), Government of India (dopt.gov.in).