R.S. BALYAN vs SECY.,MIN.OF DEFENCE,GOVT.OF INDIA

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision regarding the determination of seniority among officers in the Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA) as per the Government of India O.M. No.2(4)/92/D(Inspection) dated 04.05.1993, rather than the Army Regulations of 1962. The Court clarified that accelerated promotions based on grading must adhere to the prescribed guidelines, and the appellant's promotion was found to be in accordance with these rules. Consequently, the appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's ruling on seniority.