Mohan Cabinet Approves MP Transfer Policy 2026: Transfer Ban to Lift from 1 June

The ban will officially be lifted from June 1 to June 15, 2026, allowing employees across the state to seek transfers in a structured and transparent manner.

Mohan cabinet approves MP transfer policy 2026

Bhopal: In a major administrative move, the Madhya Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, has approved the New Transfer Policy 2026, ending the long-standing ban on transfers. The ban will officially be lifted from June 1 to June 15, 2026, allowing employees across the state to seek transfers in a structured and transparent manner.

The policy, sanctioned during a key Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, aims to streamline the state’s administrative machinery while addressing long-pending demands of employees.

Priority for ‘A+ Category’ Transfers Before General Window

The government has emphasized the timely completion of critical ‘A+ category’ transfers by May 31, 2026, as directed by the Chief Minister. From June 1, the general transfer window will open for regular employees and officers, giving junior and field-level staff a better opportunity to relocate to preferred locations.

Special Relief for Employees with Serious Illnesses and Spousal Transfers

In a humanitarian approach, the policy exempts certain categories of employees from transfer limits:

• Employees seeking voluntary transfers at their own expense.
• Married couples under the Spousal Policy, ensuring postings in the same city.

Employees suffering from life-threatening illnesses—including cancer, severe kidney disease, paralysis, and heart conditions—based on recommendations from a Medical Board.

Departments Excluded & Authority Delegation

The new policy does not apply to the Judicial Service, State Administrative Service, State Police Service, State Forest Service, or cadres directly linked to the Secretariat. Departments with specialized needs may seek special approval in coordination with the General Administration Department.

To decentralize decision-making:

• District Collectors can transfer Class III and IV employees within districts, with written approval from the Minister-in-Charge.
• Transfers of Class I, II, and III State-level officers are handled at the departmental level, subject to Ministerial approval.
• Class IV employees fall under the authority of respective Heads of Departments.

For the police department, transfers of DSPs and junior personnel will be executed by the Police Establishment Board, while intra-district police station reshuffles will be decided by the Superintendent of Police, with Ministerial concurrence.

Department-wise Transfer Limits

To maintain administrative stability, the policy sets capping rules:

• Up to 200 employees: 20% transfer limit
• 201–1,000 employees: 40 employees + 15%
• 1,001–2,000 employees: 10% additional, capped at 160
• Over 2,000 employees: 5% additional, capped at 260

Even if transfer restrictions return after June 15, special cases such as court orders, corruption complaints, disciplinary matters, or emergency vacancies will still be accommodated. Employees engaged in census duties are exempt from transfers.

Other Key Cabinet Decisions

Accelerate efforts to repatriate the idol of Vagdevi (Goddess Saraswati) from the British Museum to restore the historical significance of Bhojshala in Dhar.
The 27th meeting of the Central Zonal Council will be held in Ujjain in 2027, following the 26th meeting in Chhattisgarh.

This new transfer policy is being hailed as a major step towards transparent, efficient, and humane governance, balancing administrative needs with employee welfare.