DR. Y.S. PARMAR UNIVERSITY OF HORTICULTUREAND FORESTRY AND vs RAJ KUMAR THAKUR

The Supreme Court held that the respondent, upon becoming an Assistant Professor at Y.S. Parmar University, was subject to statutory restrictions regarding his Ph.D. studies. The Court ruled that he could not claim benefits for the ninth and tenth semesters as an in-service candidate, as this would unfairly advantage him over his seniors and violate principles of equality. The High Court's decision was overturned, affirming that the respondent must adhere to the rules applicable to in-service candidates under the university's regulations.