National Insurance Academy, Pune|General Management Programmes
P633 | Programme for Inquiry Officers (Non-Life)
Academic Year 2026-2027
Duration
2Days
Scheduled Dates
07 Sep 2026 - 08 Sep 2026
Background
Departmental Inquiry means an inquiry held into the allegations or charges levelled against an employee for violation of departmental rules or misconduct. Relying on the principle that no one should be condemned unheard, inquiry is conducted into the allegations of the violations of Company rules to give the other person a reasonable opportunity to defend herself/himself.
Therefore, it is imperative that the Organizations must have trained manpower who can conduct inquiries in fair and just manner.
Learning Objectives
To familiarize participants with departmental inquiry procedures and principles of natural justice.
To develop skills for conducting fair, impartial, and legally sustainable inquiries.
To enhance understanding of disciplinary rules, evidence handling, and inquiry documentation.
To strengthen participants’ capability in preparing reasoned and effective inquiry reports.
Key Contents
Overview of CDA Rules
Contents of Effective Chargesheet
Procedure for imposing Major Penalties
Role of the Presenting Officer
Role of the Inquiry Officer
Examination and Cross-Examination of Witnesses
Tips for Writing Inquiry Report
Court Cases on Inquiry Matters
Who Should Attend
Officers working in the HR department and the officers identified in RO’s who can be appointed as Presenting and Inquiry Officers.
