U.P. Raghavendra Acharya And Ors vs State Of Karnataka And Ors

The Supreme Court ruled that retired teachers of University and Private Aided Colleges are entitled to pensionary benefits based on UGC pay scales as per Rule 296 of the Karnataka Civil Services Rules. The Court held that the last pay drawn under UGC scales qualifies as 'emoluments' for pension computation, affirming the applicability of the Government of Karnataka's directives from 1993 and 1994. The appeals were allowed, ensuring that the pensionary benefits are calculated accordingly.