MILLS DOUGLAS MICHAEL vs U O I

The Supreme Court interpreted the eligibility criteria for ex-servicemen applying for the post of Inspectors of Central Excise and Income Tax under the Ex-servicemen (Re-employment in Central Civil Services and Posts) Rules, 1979. The Court held that the crucial date of 1.8.1992 pertains to educational qualifications, and ex-servicemen who complete 15 years of service after this date can still be deemed eligible. The Court overturned the Central Administrative Tribunal's decision that denied eligibility based on the completion of service by the specified date, thus allowing the appeals of the ex-servicemen.