Himachal High Court Bars Post‑Graduation Marks as Substitute for 50% Graduation in Special Educator Recruitment

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has issued a ruling that post‑graduation marks cannot substitute for the required 50% marks in a graduation degree for special educator posts. The decision clarifies that candidates must meet the minimum graduation score set by the state’s recruitment guidelines. This ruling is expected to affect the eligibility criteria for future special educator appointments across Himachal Pradesh. The court’s judgment reinforces the importance of adhering to the statutory educational requirements in public sector recruitment.