BHANU PD PANDA vs CHANCELLOR SAMBALPUR UNIVERSITY

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Orissa High Court affirming the Chancellor of Sambalpur University's order that annulled the appellant's appointment as Lecturer in Political Science due to non-fulfillment of the minimum academic qualifications mandated by the University Grants Commission under the relevant guidelines. The Court emphasized that adherence to the qualifications set forth in the advertisement, including the requirement of a minimum of 55% marks at the Master's level and passing the eligibility test, is essential for appointment. The appeal was dismissed, confirming the annulment of the appointment.