Big News for RRB Staff! Govt forms Committee to Decide Permanent Jobs for Sweepers working in Banks
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The Ministry of Finance has initiated a major step that could impact thousands of part-time sweepers and casual workers employed in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across India. The move comes after the Calcutta High Court directed the Centre to examine the issue of regularising such workers.
In a letter dated 28 November 2025, the Department of Financial Services (DFS) informed all RRBs that many cases have been filed in different courts by part-time or temporary sweepers seeking regular jobs. In several cases, courts have ruled in favour of the employees, while many matters are still pending.
What the High Court Ordered
On 9 January 2025, the Calcutta High Court, while hearing a petition, ordered the DFS to examine the issue of regularisation or absorption of these sweepers. The court said that the DFS Secretary must either review the matter personally or form a committee of experts to decide if the workers should be regularised. The court also said that if the government prepares a scheme for regularisation, it should apply to all similar employees to avoid unnecessary court cases.
Committee Already Formed
To comply with the court’s direction, the DFS informed banks that it has already set up a Standing Consultative Committee (SCC) for RRBs. The SCC will study the issue, examine records, review existing RRB and PSB rules, and make a clear recommendation on whether part-time sweepers and casual workers should be regularised.
Next Steps by the Government
The Ministry of Finance said the government will make a final decision only after reviewing the SCC’s recommendations. This means the process has officially started but will take some time before a final policy is announced.
Directions to RRBs
The government has instructed all RRBs to:
- Inform the courts about the progress
- Request a six-month adjournment in ongoing cases
- Wait for the central government’s final decision
What This Means
This development is significant because thousands of RRB employees across India have been demanding regularisation for years. If the committee recommends regularising them, it could bring job security, fixed salaries, and benefits to many workers who are currently working on part-time or casual terms.
