LPA-1667-2025 144 IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT SATISH KUMAR HARYANA STAFF SELECTION CORAM: HON’BLE MR. JUSTICE SANJEEV PRAKASH SHARMA HON’BLE MR Present: Mr. Mr. Gagandeep Singh for the appellant. SANJEEV PRAKASH SHARMA, J.(Oral) 1. The challenge is to the order passed by the qualification acquired by the accepted to be sufficient for the purpose of consideration for appointment for the post of Sub 2. Learned counsel submits that the degree acquired by the petitioner was a dual degree of B.Tech/M.Tech in Converging fact, in information and communication technology which is essentially a B.Tech/M.Tech Computer Science. The qualification is same and not equivalent. 3. We are unable to accept the contention of counsel for the certificate issued by the University, as placed on record with the appeal, reflects that the degree awarded is stated to be at par with the courses being B.Tech/M 2025 (O&M) IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH SATISH KUMAR Vs. HARYANA STAFF SELECTION COMMISSION AND ANR **** HON’BLE MR. JUSTICE SANJEEV PRAKASH SHARMA HON’BLE MRS. JUSTICE MEENAKSHI I. MEHTA **** Mr. Aashish Chopra, Sr. Advocate with Mr. Gagandeep Singh, Advocate for the appellant. **** PRAKASH SHARMA, J.(Oral) The challenge is to the order passed by the learned Single Judge where e qualification acquired by the appellant/writ petitioner was not accepted to be sufficient for the purpose of consideration for appointment for the post of Sub-Inspector. Learned counsel submits that the degree acquired by the petitioner was a dual degree of B.Tech/M.Tech in Converging in information and communication technology which is essentially a B.Tech/M.Tech Computer Science. The qualification is same and not equivalent. We are unable to accept the contention of counsel for the certificate issued by the University, as placed on record with the appeal, reflects that the degree awarded is stated to be at par with the courses being taught in prestigious colleges and technical institutes, in B.Tech/M.Tech Computer Science. The Director, University of Rajasthan IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH LPA-1667-2025 (O&M) Date of Decision: 29.05.2025 . . . . Appellant COMMISSION AND ANR. . . . . Respondents HON’BLE MR. JUSTICE SANJEEV PRAKASH SHARMA MEENAKSHI I. MEHTA Aashish Chopra, Sr. Advocate with , Advocate PRAKASH SHARMA, J.(Oral) the learned Single Judge whereby appellant/writ petitioner was not accepted to be sufficient for the purpose of consideration for appointment Learned counsel submits that the degree acquired by the petitioner was a dual degree of B.Tech/M.Tech in Converging Technologies, which is in in information and communication technology of post graduation, which is essentially a B.Tech/M.Tech Computer Science. The We are unable to accept the contention of counsel for the appellant. The certificate issued by the University, as placed on record with the appeal, reflects that the degree awarded is stated to be at par with the courses taught in prestigious colleges and technical institutes, in Director, University of Rajasthan (O&M) .2025 Appellant s by appellant/writ petitioner was not accepted to be sufficient for the purpose of consideration for appointment Learned counsel submits that the degree acquired by the petitioner was a Technologies, which is in of post graduation, which is essentially a B.Tech/M.Tech Computer Science. The appellant. The certificate issued by the University, as placed on record with the appeal, reflects that the degree awarded is stated to be at par with the courses taught in prestigious colleges and technical institutes, in Director, University of Rajasthan MOHIT GOYAL 2025.05.29 14:14 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document LPA-1667-2025 has stated that the course includes Nano Cognitive Sciences Technology appoint Marks) Measurement Test shall be called for scrutiny of documents. All other candidates shall stand from further process of selection. marks): 04 Marks for the candidate with higher i.e. a Graduation degree in Law, Engineering/Science, Forensic Po years after recognized university and additional three (03) a Post Graduate degree in any of the streams issued from a recognized degrees shall be considered. Candidate having NCC certificate of A, B or C get 01, 02 and 03 marks respectively and Sub of form. Only uploaded certificate shall time of Scrutiny.” 4. The appointing authority has specifically mentioned that no equivalent degrees shall be considered. 2025 (O&M) has stated that the course includes Nano Cognitive Sciences, Psychology being used in Fo Technology. However, a look at the additional appointment on the post of Sub-Inspector reflects as under: “Additional qualification: (10% weightage): Marks) (a) All candidates who have qualified the Physical Measurement Test shall be called for scrutiny of documents. All other candidates shall stand from further process of selection. (b) i) For Sub-Inspector:- Education (maximum marks): 04 Marks for the candidate with higher i.e. a Graduation degree in Law, Engineering/Science, Forensic Medicine, Forensic Science, Police Science and Criminology (which years after 10+2 to get a specialized degree) issued from a recognized university and additional three (03) a Post Graduate degree in any of the streams issued from a recognized university. degrees shall be considered. (C) NCC Certificate (maximum 03 marks): Candidate having NCC certificate of A, B or C get 01, 02 and 03 marks respectively and Sub-Inspector). Note Candidate should produce certificate upto cut of date and same should be uploaded form. Only uploaded certificate shall time of Scrutiny.” The appointing authority has specifically mentioned that no equivalent degrees shall be considered. has stated that the course includes Nanotechnology, Biotechnology, Psychology being used in Forensic Science and additional qualification required for Inspector reflects as under: “Additional qualification: (10% weightage):- (10 (a) All candidates who have qualified the Physical Measurement Test shall be called for scrutiny of documents. All other candidates shall stand eliminated Education (maximum 07 marks): 04 Marks for the candidate with higher education i.e. a Graduation degree in Law, Computer Medicine, Forensic Science, Criminology (which-take 04 or more 10+2 to get a specialized degree) issued from a recognized university and additional three (03) marks for a Post Graduate degree in any of the aforementioned university. No equivalent (C) NCC Certificate (maximum 03 marks): Candidate having NCC certificate of A, B or C level shall get 01, 02 and 03 marks respectively (for both constables roduce certificate upto cut date and same should be uploaded with application form. Only uploaded certificate shall be considered at the [Emphasis supplied]” The appointing authority has specifically mentioned that no equivalent technology, Biotechnology, rensic Science and qualification required for The appointing authority has specifically mentioned that no equivalent MOHIT GOYAL 2025.05.29 14:14 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document LPA-1667-2025 5. In view of above, there is no scope for venturing into declaring a particular qualification which is not in the streams as laid down, to be equal, at par, or equivalent. 6. Accordingly, we have no hesitation learned Single Judge. 7. The Appeal is accordingly 8. All pending applications also 29.05.2025 Mohit goyal 1. Whether speaking/reasoned? 2. Whether reportable? 2025 (O&M) In view of above, there is no scope for venturing into declaring a particular qualification which is not in the streams as laid down, to be equal, at par, or equivalent. Accordingly, we have no hesitation in upholding the order learned Single Judge. The Appeal is accordingly dismissed. All pending applications also stand disposed of. (SANJEEV PRAKASH SHARMA (MEENAKSHI I. MEHTA 1. Whether speaking/reasoned? Yes/No 2. Whether reportable? Yes/No In view of above, there is no scope for venturing into declaring a particular qualification which is not in the streams as laid down, to be in upholding the order passed by the disposed of. SANJEEV PRAKASH SHARMA) JUDGE MEENAKSHI I. MEHTA) JUDGE Yes/No Yes/No In view of above, there is no scope for venturing into declaring a particular qualification which is not in the streams as laid down, to be passed by the MOHIT GOYAL 2025.05.29 14:14 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document