AJITH K. vs ANEESH K.S.

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Kerala High Court affirming the Kerala Administrative Tribunal's ruling regarding the qualifications for the post of Junior Health Inspector Grade-II under the Kerala Municipal Common Service Rules, 1967. The Court clarified that the inclusion of candidates with a Diploma in Health Inspectors Course (DHIC) was not permissible as it was not listed in the qualifications specified under Section 11 of the Kerala Municipal Common Service Rules. The Court held that adherence to the prescribed qualifications is essential for maintaining the integrity of the recruitment process.