MAHATMA EDUCATION SOCIETY'S PILLAI'S INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING , MEDIA STUDI vs ALL INDIA COUNCIL FOR TECHNICAL EDUCATION .

The Supreme Court ruled that the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) Regulations, specifically Regulation 6, mandates that educational institutions must possess land with lawful title for approval. The Court upheld the denial of approval to the petitioner’s institutions for the academic year 2014-15 due to non-compliance with this requirement, emphasizing the importance of adhering to regulatory standards. The Court noted the potential impact on approximately 550 students currently enrolled, but ultimately affirmed the AICTE's decision based on regulatory compliance.