DR. J. P. KULSHRESHTHA AND ORS. vs CHANCELLOR, ALLAHABAD UNIVERSITY, RAJ BHAWAN AND ORS.

The Supreme Court held that the selection process for appointing teachers at the University of Allahabad must adhere to the qualifications prescribed under Ordinance 9(2) of the Allahabad University Act, 1921. The Court emphasized that while administrative bodies can devise their own processes, they must ensure adherence to principles of natural justice and avoid arbitrariness. The Court allowed the appeal, reversing the Division Bench's decision, and directed the University to conduct a fresh selection process for the vacant posts.