New Delhi: Neha Gupta, a 2010-batch officer of the Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS), has been appointed as Director in the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India. The appointment is made under the Central Staffing Scheme (CSS) for a period of five years.
Appointed on Recommendation of Ministry of Railways
According to an official order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, the appointment was made on the recommendation of the Ministry of Railways. Her name was proposed for central deputation in accordance with the norms of the Central Staffing Scheme.
Tenure Fixed at Five Years
Neha Gupta will serve as Director for a tenure of five years from the date she assumes charge of the post or until further orders are issued – whichever comes earlier. Her role in the Department of Justice will likely include overseeing key administrative responsibilities and supporting policy implementation within the ministry.
Background
Ms Gupta belongs to the 2010 batch of the Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS), a Group ‘A’ Central Civil Service responsible for managing the human resource functions of the Indian Railways. Officers from this cadre often take up deputation roles under the CSS to contribute their expertise in central ministries.
Central Staffing Scheme and Its Significance
The Central Staffing Scheme is a mechanism through which mid-career officers from various All India and Central Civil Services are deputed to posts in the Central Secretariat. These appointments are considered prestigious and offer exposure to wider policy-making roles.
