GURDIAL SINGH FIJJI vs STATE OF PUNJAB & OTHERS

The Supreme Court examined the Indian Administrative Service (Appointment by Promotion) Regulations, 1955, particularly focusing on the validity of Resolutions 1.1 and 1.2 concerning integrity certificates. The Court held that an adverse entry in an officer's confidential report, which was not communicated to the officer, cannot be used to deny promotional opportunities. The Court affirmed the High Court's decision to quash the order granting seniority to junior officers over the appellant, emphasizing that the integrity certificate requirement must align with the principles of natural justice and fair play.