1991-Batch IRS Officer Diptasri Barma Arora Elevated to Higher Administrative Grade (HAG); Promotion Notionally Effective from September 2020
The Central Government, on Tuesday, approved the promotion of Ms. Diptasri Barma Arora (IRS-C&IT: 1991) to the senior rank of Principal Commissioner of Customs and Indirect Taxes in the Higher Administrative Grade (HAG).
Promotion Against 2020 Panel Year
As per the official order, Ms. Arora’s promotion is to Level 15 of the Pay Matrix, granted against the panel year 2020. The promotion is deemed effective:
On actual basis from: The date she assumed charge of the post on an ad-hoc basis, and will continue to hold office until further orders.
Over Three Decades of Distinguished Service
A 1991-batch officer of the Indian Revenue Service (Customs & Indirect Taxes), Ms. Arora has rendered more than three decades of service in diverse capacities across the Customs and Indirect Taxation domains. She has held several pivotal assignments, combining administrative acumen with deep technical expertise.
Her elevation to the Principal Commissioner grade is a recognition of her sustained contribution to the formulation and execution of tax policy, regulatory oversight, and enforcement within the framework of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC).
Background: Higher Administrative Grade (HAG)
The Higher Administrative Grade (HAG), corresponding to Level 15 of the Pay Matrix, represents one of the highest rungs of seniority within the Central Government. Officers at this level typically lead major field formations or are entrusted with critical responsibilities in strategic policy-making and governance.
