Question 1

Who is included in family for LTC?

Accepted Answer

Family includes spouse, up to 2 children, dependent parents, and dependent siblings. Step children and adopted children are also included. Some special cases like widowed or divorced daughters may also be covered if dependent.

Question 2

Are parents-in-law eligible for LTC?

Accepted Answer

No. Parents-in-law are NOT included in LTC family definition.

Question 3

What is dependency condition in LTC?

Accepted Answer

A family member is considered dependent if their income is less than minimum pension (₹9000 + DA). This condition does NOT apply to spouse.

Question 4

Can family travel without employee?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Family members can travel separately, even at different times and destinations.

Question 5

Can unmarried son/daughter above 25 years claim LTC?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if they are unmarried and financially dependent on the employee.

Question 6

Can husband and wife both claim LTC?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if both are government employees, but double claim for same journey is not allowed.

Question 7

What is LTC block period?

Accepted Answer

LTC is given in 4-year blocks (example: 2022–2025). You can take LTC based on this cycle.

Question 8

What are sub-blocks in LTC?

Accepted Answer

Each 4-year block is divided into 2 parts: first 2 years and next 2 years. You can take one LTC in each.

Question 9

If Home Town and HQ are same?

Accepted Answer

You cannot take Home Town LTC. You can only take All India LTC.

Question 10

Can I take 2 LTC in same year?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If one LTC is carried forward from previous block, you can take 2 LTC in same year.

Question 11

Can LTC be extended?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Block and sub-block can be extended by 1 year automatically.

Question 12

When does LTC eligibility start?

Accepted Answer

After completing 1 year of service. Joining year is not counted.

Question 13

How many LTC are allowed in first 8 years?

Accepted Answer

Total 8 LTC: 6 Home Town + 2 All India (4th and 8th year).

Question 14

Can unused LTC be carried forward for new recruits?

Accepted Answer

No. LTC lapses if not used in that year.

Question 15

Do fresh recruits follow normal block system?

Accepted Answer

No. First 8 years are personal cycle. After that normal block system applies.

Question 16

If Home Town = HQ for new recruit?

Accepted Answer

Home Town LTC is not allowed. Only All India LTC is allowed.

Question 17

Can I travel by taxi in LTC?

Accepted Answer

Taxi is allowed only where public transport is not available. Otherwise not allowed.

Question 18

Is personal car allowed in LTC?

Accepted Answer

Only in special cases like disability. Otherwise reimbursement is limited.

Question 19

Are local travel expenses covered?

Accepted Answer

No. Taxi/auto from home to station/airport is NOT reimbursed.

Question 20

Are food and hotel charges covered?

Accepted Answer

No. LTC only covers travel fare, not hotel or food expenses.

Question 21

Are premium trains like Vande Bharat allowed?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Trains like Vande Bharat, Tejas, Humsafar are allowed as per entitlement.

Question 22

Can I book tour packages?

Accepted Answer

Private tour packages are NOT allowed. Only ITDC, IRCTC, or government tours are allowed (fare part only).

Question 23

Who can travel by air in LTC?

Accepted Answer

Pay Level 10 and above can travel by air. Others can use special schemes.

Question 24

Where should I book flight tickets?

Accepted Answer

Only through authorized agents: Balmer Lawrie, Ashok Travels, IRCTC.

Question 25

Is LTC-80 fare available?

Accepted Answer

No. LTC-80 scheme is discontinued.

Question 26

Can I take cheapest flight?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You must book cheapest or near cheapest fare (within allowed range).

Question 27

Is break journey allowed in air travel?

Accepted Answer

No. You cannot stop in between except for connecting flights.

Question 28

What is special LTC scheme?

Accepted Answer

Government allows air travel for all employees to NER, J&K, Ladakh, Andaman.

Question 29

Till when is this scheme valid?

Accepted Answer

Currently extended till 25 September 2026.

Question 30

Can non-air eligible employees travel by flight?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Under this scheme, even lower pay levels can travel by air.

Question 31

Is Lakshadweep included?

Accepted Answer

No. Lakshadweep is not included in this scheme.

Question 32

When should I submit LTC claim?

Accepted Answer

Within 3 months after journey completion.

Question 33

What if I delay claim?

Accepted Answer

It may be rejected. Some relaxation up to 6 months is possible with approval.

Question 34

Can I get leave encashment without travel?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you declare travel and follow rules properly.

Question 35

Can I claim LTC during suspension?

Accepted Answer

No. Employee cannot claim, but family can travel.

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