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Charles Hucker (1985) and Blunden & Elven (1983) provide succinct descriptions of the organisational structure of the Qin Dynasty. This is shown below. | ||
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According to Hucker, there was no formal system for the recruitment, in-service evaluation, payment, promotion, demotion and punishment of officials during the Qin Dynasty. Appointments were based on recommendations and tenures were almost indefinite. All senior officials were appointed by the Counsellor-in-Chief and confirmed by the Emperor. There were a total of 20 ranks awarded for meritorious service to the state. The rank titles were not hereditary and the recipients were not awarded fiefs.
In addition to the officials listed in the organisational chart below, there was also a large palace staff consisting of:
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