A. J. Fernandis vs The Divisional Manager, South Central ...

The Supreme Court upheld the Central Administrative Tribunal's decision regarding the promotion of the Appellant, stating that the Appellant was not eligible for promotion to the post of Ticket Collector as he was working in the Transportation Department, while the selection was to be made from the Commercial Department as per Rule 180 of the Railway Establishment Manual. The Court emphasized that adherence to the prescribed eligibility criteria is crucial for promotions within the railway services. Consequently, the appeal was dismissed, affirming the Tribunal's ruling that the Appellant's promotion was improper.