Does the IRS OTs Also Get FC at the LBSNAA?

The Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officers are indeed eligible for Foreign Cadre (FC) training at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA). This training is part of a broader suite of programs offered by LBSNAA, targeting various aspects of foreign affairs and international relations relevant to the duties of tax and revenue services.

Primary civil servants, including IRS officers, benefit from these programs which are specifically designed to enhance their understanding of global taxation and revenue management. If you need more detailed information on the specific training modules or the application process, feel free to ask!

Overview of IRS Officers' Training at LBSNAA

Both Customs and Income Tax officers of the IRS are eligible to attend the Foundation Course (FC) at LBSNAA. However, attendance at this course is not mandatory for all. The selection process for LBSNAA is based on a random draw, unlike IAS and IFS (Indian Forest Service) officers, who are compulsorily allocated to LBSNAA for their FC.

Due to LBSNAA's limited capacity (368 this year), not all civil servants can be accommodated here. Therefore, IRS officers have the possibility of being allocated to two other institutes: Dr. MCR HRD Institute of Telangana in Telangana, and RCVP Noronha Academy of Administration in Madhya Pradesh.

Details on IRS Officer Training Distribution in 2018

For the year 2018, out of a total of 113 IRS Officer Trainees (OT), only around 43 were allocated to LBSNAA for FC. This means that the majority (70%) were sent to alternative institutes. The exact basis or criterion for allocating these trainees to different institutes remains unclear and somewhat unpredictable, much like the way the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) determines allocation.

Last year, some candidates who failed preliminary examinations were not allotted LBSNAA. However, this year, several candidates who were previously at risk due to their preliminary examination results have secured a spot at LBSNAA. This indicates the unpredictability and subjectivity involved in the selection process.

Conclusion

In summary, while IRS officers can attend Foreign Cadre training at LBSNAA, it is not mandatory, and the allocation process remains somewhat random. It is crucial for IRS officers to be aware of the potential distribution across different training institutes based on the year-specific allocation criteria.

For IRS officers interested in further details about training modules or the application process, please feel free to reach out. We aim to keep you informed and support you through this journey of professional development.

Keywords: IRS Officers, LBSNAA, Foreign Cadre Training