Fortuitous Service Vs Non-fortuitous Service
In Indian Railways, Fortuitous Service and Non-fortuitous Service related to their appointments, promotions, seniority, pension etc.
Fortuitous Service:
Temporary Nature: Refers to service rendered by an employee such as a temporary arrangement or officiating in a higher post for a short period.
Not Initially Regularized: In many cases, fortuitous service is not initially counted towards benefits like seniority, promotions, or pension. The service may later be regularized if the employee is formally appointed or confirmed in the post through a proper selection process.
Non-fortuitous Service:
Planned or Regular in Nature: Non-fortuitous service refers to regular as part of their substantive appointment.
Fully Countable: Countable for Seniority, promotions, Pension etc.
Fortuitous Vs Non-fortuitous