Hello,

The Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Services ( AFHQ CS ) personnel primarily serve in the Armed Forces Headquarters, which are located in New Delhi. However, their postings and transfers are not confined strictly to Delhi. Here’s how their postings and transfers typically work:

Postings in Delhi:

• The majority of AFHQ CS personnel are posted in the Armed Forces Headquarters and inter-service organizations located in Delhi.
• These include offices like the Ministry of Defence, Integrated Headquarters of the Army, Navy, and Air Force, and other related administrative departments.

Postings outside Delhi:

• While the primary base is Delhi, AFHQ CS personnel may also be posted to establishments and organizations of the armed forces located outside Delhi. These include:
  • Training establishments.
  • Command headquarters.
  • Defence establishments such as the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ordnance Factories, or other similar setups.
• These postings outside Delhi are typically in support roles for the armed forces' administrative and operational needs.

Transfers:

• AFHQ CS personnel are subject to transfer policies framed by the Ministry of Defence.
• Transfers can occur between offices in Delhi and establishments outside Delhi, depending on administrative requirements and career progression policies.

Frequency of Transfers:

• The transfer frequency depends on the cadre management rules. Generally, transfers are less frequent compared to field services personnel, as the AFHQ CS cadre primarily handles administrative functions.

Although the Armed Forces Headquarters is based in Delhi, AFHQ CS personnel may receive postings outside Delhi to various defence-related organizations across the country. Transfers are managed based on organizational requirements and cadre rules , ensuring that the administrative support for armed forces operations is seamless nationwide.

Hope this helps!