M.A. MURTHY vs STATE OF KARNATAKA .

The Supreme Court addressed the recruitment process of Karnataka State Financial Corporation for the posts of Manager (Finance and Accounts), emphasizing that eligibility must be assessed as of the application date. The Court held that if an applicant acquires the necessary qualifications by the time of the interview, it suffices for eligibility, referencing Ashok Kumar Sharma v. Chander Shekhar (1993 Supp (2) SCC 611). The Court ultimately upheld the selection of respondent No.4 despite initial ineligibility, as he met the qualifications by the interview date, thereby affirming the High Court's decision.