SSC Case Update: Justice Amrita Sinha Issues Strict Orders to Commission, Explains 2016 vs 2025 Rules Difference
SSC Case Update: The lengthy legal battle concerning the West Bengal School Service Commission (SSC) took a new turn at the Calcutta High Court. Tuesday, during the hearing in Justice Amrita Sinha’s bench, several critical issues were raised regarding the recruitment process. To ensure transparency and expedite a fair verdict, the court has issued a set of strict instructions to the Commission, specifically asking for detailed statistics regarding fresher and experienced candidates.
Justice Sinha Orders Commission to Submit Data
Justice Amrita Sinha explicitly directed the Commission’s counsel to have all relevant data ready before the final judgment is delivered. The court emphasized that to ensure no candidate is unfairly deprived and to pass a flawless order, the Commission must prepare the following details:
- What is the total number of Fresher candidates?
- What is the count of Old or Experienced candidates?
- A comparative analysis of how many freshers are getting opportunities versus how many experienced candidates are missing out.
- A complete list categorized by Subject and Category.
The Judge made it clear that without a complete and comprehensive list, resolving this complex case would be impossible.
2016 vs. 2025 Rules: Legal Arguments
During the hearing, Advocate Pratik Dhar, representing the petitioners, highlighted the ‘Substantial Difference’ between the recruitment rules of 2016 and 2025. He argued why granting 10 extra marks for experience is not illogical. A comparative table of the rules presented is as follows:
| Parameter | 2016 Rules | 2025 Rules |
|---|---|---|
| Written Test | 55 Marks | 60 Marks |
| Teaching Experience | Not Applicable | 10 Marks |
| Lecture Demonstration | Not Applicable | Included |
Advocate Dhar presented the “More Intelligent vs. Life Skill” theory. He argued that freshers generally excel in intelligence and theoretical knowledge, giving them an edge in the written test (which now has increased marks). Conversely, experienced candidates possess ‘Life Skills,’ justifying the 10 marks allocated for experience. Citing Article 14 of the Constitution, he submitted that freshers and experienced teachers are two distinct classes and cannot be treated as equals in every aspect.
Next Hearing Schedule
Due to time constraints and the unavailability of the Learned Advocate General, the detailed hearing for the main matters has been rescheduled.
- January 6, 2026: The main cases regarding the 10 marks experience clause, including the Lubana Parveen matter, will be heard.
- Today: Only the Moushumi Ghosh matter (Item 61) will be heard, which pertains to the allegations of the non-publication of the full OMR sheets for 2025.
Following these court orders, all eyes are now on the report to be submitted by the Commission. Aspirants are eagerly waiting to see how the High Court resolves the “Fresher vs. Experienced” conflict in the coming days.
