BHUPINDERPAL SINGH vs STATE OF PUNJAB

The Supreme Court addressed the validity of applications for teacher appointments in Punjab, emphasizing that candidates who acquired the requisite educational qualifications by the corrigendum date of 30.10.1996 were eligible, despite not meeting the criteria on the original application date. The Court held that the selection process was valid as all applications were scrutinized and deemed in order, leading to the issuance of appointment letters. The Court ruled in favor of the selected candidates, affirming their right to join and receive posting orders.