Apj Abdul Kalam Technological ... vs Jai Bharath College Of Management And ...

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal concerning the Kerala High Court's directive for the Vice Chancellor of the APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University to reconsider a self-financing Engineering College's application for B.Tech course affiliation based solely on AICTE approval. The Court emphasized the importance of adhering to the standards set forth in the APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University Act, 2015, particularly Sections 5 and 8, which outline the University's objectives and powers regarding academic standards and affiliation. The Court upheld the need for a comprehensive evaluation beyond mere AICTE approval, thereby reinforcing the regulatory framework for technical education in Kerala.