U O I vs K.V. VIJEESH

The Supreme Court upheld the Central Administrative Tribunal's decision that candidates declared successful in a recruitment process must be considered for appointment even if the number of vacancies changes. The Court emphasized that the appointing authority has a responsibility to appoint successful candidates as per the merit list, referencing the principle established in Prem Prakash vs. Union of India (AIR 1984 SC 1831). The appeal by the Railways was dismissed, affirming the Tribunal's directive for the respondent's appointment as Diesel Assistant when vacancies arise.