Afhq/Isos Sos (Dp) Association & Ors vs Union Of India & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of inter se seniority between Direct Recruits (DRs) and Departmental Promotees (DPs) under the AFHQ Civil Services Rules, 1968. The Court held that seniority must be determined based on continuous officiation in the grade of Assistant Civilian Staff Officers (ACSOs) as per Rule 16(7) and Schedule III of the Rules. The judgment of the Central Administrative Tribunal was set aside, and the respondents were directed to prepare a single Select List for promotions, adhering to the stipulated rules regarding seniority determination.