Fee Regulatory Committee vs Kalol Inst.Of Mgt

The Supreme Court upheld the Gujarat High Court's ruling that the Fee Regulatory Committee must consider the recommendations of the Sixth Pay Commission when determining fees for unaided professional educational institutions under the Gujarat Professional Technical Educational Colleges or Institutions (Regulation of Admission Fixation of Fees) Act, 2007. The Court emphasized that the revision of salaries for teaching and non-teaching staff is a critical factor in fee determination as per Section 11(1) of the Act. The Court affirmed the High Court's decision to remit the matter back to the Fee Regulatory Committee for reconsideration, ensuring compliance with the legal framework established by the Act.