Umrao Singh vs Punjabi University, Patiala, & Ors

The Supreme Court held that the selection of candidates for the post of Lecturers in the Department of Defence and Strategic Studies at Punjabi University was illegal as it violated the eligibility criteria set forth in the university's advertisement and regulations. Specifically, the Court emphasized that candidates must meet the qualifications outlined, including passing the UGC eligibility test and having the requisite language proficiency in Punjabi. The Court overturned the Punjab & Haryana High Court's decision, thereby reinstating the rightful claims of the petitioners, Ajay Sondhi and Suveer Singh, who were eligible for the positions.