Raj Rishi Mehra & Ors vs State Of Punjab & Anr

The Supreme Court ruled that the petitioners, who were included in the select list for the Punjab Civil Service (Judicial Branch), are entitled to appointment against the posts that became available due to resignations and unfilled reserved category posts. The Court emphasized that the de-reservation of posts, as per the order dated 26.9.2012, allows for the appointment of candidates from the general category when vacancies arise. The Court held that the petitioners should be appointed to the available posts, thereby ensuring adherence to the principles of fair recruitment under Article 14 and Article 16 of the Constitution.