RAMESH KUMAR CHOUDHA vs STATE OF M.P.

The Supreme Court addressed the recruitment process under the M.P. Irrigation Engineering Services (Gazetted) Recruitment Rules, 1968, specifically examining Rule 7 regarding modes of recruitment and Rule 15 concerning eligibility for promotion. The Court held that the eligibility criteria must be strictly adhered to, emphasizing that promotions should be based on merit and seniority as outlined in the rules. The judgment reinforces the importance of following statutory provisions in recruitment and promotion processes under Article 309 of the Constitution.