Chandra Prakash Singh & Ors vs Chairman, Purvanchal Gramin Bank & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Allahabad High Court, affirming the validity of the examination process for promotions within the Gramin Bank as per the Regional Rural Banks (Appointment and Promotion of Officers and Other Employees) Rules, 1998. The Court clarified that the promotion to Scale II Officer must be based on seniority-cum-merit as outlined in Clause 2 of the Third Schedule of the Rules, and that the examination process was conducted in accordance with the statutory provisions. The appeal was dismissed, confirming the High Court's ruling that the promotion process was lawful and properly executed under the relevant statutory framework.