Eligibility Criteria Not Shown: HC Sets Aside 50K Cost On Allahabad University For Changing Admission Criteria After Closure Of Registration

The Allahabad High Court recently ruled against a student seeking compensation for non-admission to Allahabad University. The student’s claim was based on the university's change in eligibility criteria for admissions. The court found that the university's decision to alter criteria was within its jurisdiction and did not constitute an unlawful action. Consequently, the student's request for damages was denied. The court emphasized that educational institutions have the autonomy to modify admission norms as long as they adhere to established legal and procedural frameworks.