Section 72(9)(b) in Tamil Nadu Pension Rules, 1978
(b)The amount of gratuity held over under sub-clause (ii) of clause (a) of sub-rule (6) shall be adjusted by the Audit Officer against the Government dues ascertained and assessed subsequently and the balance, if any, shall be released to the claimant or claimants after the expiry of the period referred to in clause (a) of sub-rule (3) of rule 71.