RAMANUJ PRASAD vs COAL INDIA LTD. .

The Supreme Court held that the appellant, who was promoted to E-2 Grade in 1987, was not entitled to promotion to E-5 Grade due to the applicability of a 1993 circular requiring specific qualifications for such promotions. The Court emphasized that promotions must adhere to the eligibility norms set forth in the Common Coal Cadre, which includes minimum qualifications and service periods. The High Court's reversal of the Single Judge's decision was upheld, denying the appellant's claim for promotion or regularization in the higher grade.