D v. Gopalappa v State of Karnataka
Case brief
What is this about?
A retired University of Mysore professor challenged an endorsement denying him the Old Pension Scheme despite his 2004 appointment predating the NPS cutoff. Relying on the Syndicate's resolution recognising service from 2004, the Court quashed the endorsement and allowed coverage under OPS.
What did the court decide?
Impugned endorsement No.ET.7/85/2012-13 dated 22.01.2024 quashed; petitioner entitled to be considered under Old Pension Scheme.