The Government Of Andhra ... vs P. Bhaskar & Ors

The Supreme Court ruled on the appointment and seniority of Deputy Collectors under the Andhra Pradesh Civil Service (Executive Branch) Rules, 1992, emphasizing that appointments must adhere to the prescribed rules under Article 309 of the Constitution. The Court held that the government’s decision to fill vacancies through limited recruitment for Scheduled Tribes was valid, and the seniority of candidates appointed in 1994 could not supersede those appointed in 1993. The appeals by the Government of Andhra Pradesh and the aggrieved officers were dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision.