M. Subba Reddy & Another vs A.P. State Road Transport Corporation & ...

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of integrated seniority lists for promotees under the A.P. State Road Transport Corporation Employees (Recruitment) Regulations, 1966, emphasizing the need to adhere to the 1:1 ratio for promotions and direct recruitment as mandated by Section 45 of the Road Transport Corporation Act, 1950. The Court held that promotees who were regularized before the entry of direct recruits should not be placed below them in the seniority list, establishing that seniority must reflect actual service and promotion timelines. The judgment clarified that administrative exigencies do not override the statutory provisions regarding recruitment and promotion.