VINDU KISHORE SHARMA vs CHANCELLOR, CHAUDHARY CHARAN SINGH UNIVERSITY, MEERUT .

The Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of Section 31A of the Uttar Pradesh State Universities Act, 1973, which provides for personal promotion of university teachers. The Court held that the eligibility for promotion under this scheme is contingent upon the prescribed qualifications and satisfactory performance as assessed by a Selection Committee. The appellant, Vindu Kishore Sharma, was granted personal promotion to the post of Professor effective from 11.03.1992, which was upheld by the Court, affirming the Chancellor's decision and the Executive Council's clearance.