Section 135 of NSG Act : Section 135: Rank Structure

Explanation using Example

Imagine a situation where the National Security Guard (NSG) is tasked with a high-profile counter-terrorism operation. During the planning phase, the Director-General of the NSG identifies the need for a temporary increase in leadership roles to ensure the operation's success. He decides to appoint an Assistant Commander Grade I to the temporary position of Team Commander, a rank listed under the officers' category, to lead a specialized tactical unit for this operation.

This appointment is an example of the use of subsection (3) of Section 135 of The National Security Guard Act, 1986, which allows the Director-General to grant a local rank to an officer or Assistant Commander Grade I when necessary for the better functioning of the Security Guard. The Assistant Commander Grade I will exercise all the command and powers of a Team Commander during the operation.

However, as per subsection (4), this local rank is subject to confirmation by the Central Government within one month. If not confirmed or if the Director-General orders otherwise, the Assistant Commander would cease to hold the local rank of Team Commander. Moreover, holding this local rank does not entitle the Assistant Commander to any additional pay or seniority over other officers.