MAHADEO BHAU KHILARE (MANE) vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA .

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of the appointment of unpaid candidates in the Revenue Department under the Maharashtra Government's scheme for absorption. The Court held that the appellants, who had served as unpaid candidates, were entitled to be considered for absorption under the scheme framed by the Maharashtra Administrative Tribunal, as per the Government Resolution dated 30th November 1995. The Court emphasized that the eligibility criteria and conditions set forth in the scheme must be adhered to, thereby upholding the Tribunal's directive for their inclusion in the service.