SLST & WBSSC Group C-D OBC EWS Case Update in Kolkata High Court ।

Overview

The video reports that the Calcutta High Court dismissed two types of petitions involving SLST recruitment benefits for OBC/EWS categories, after disputes over eligibility arose when reservation/EWS rules changed and when certificates were issued.

1) OBC Reservation Claim Dismissed

SLST candidates who applied claiming OBC reservation argued that:

• they had passed the exam, and
• they should not be excluded because the merit list was prepared using reservation benefits.

The High Court rejected the claim, holding that:

• If the reservation policy changes before the recruitment process begins, then the earlier reservation benefit cannot be claimed afterward.
• The court treated the timing of when the policy was introduced/changed as the key issue, finding the demand unreasonable.

2) EWS / “EDWS Advantage” Claim Dismissed (for New General Candidates)

Candidates who were treated as general during the process later sought EWS/EDWS advantage, arguing they obtained EWS status or certificates after originally applying.

The High Court dismissed this, emphasizing:

• If the required EWS certificate is not available within the stipulated time, the category/benefit cannot be changed later.
• The deadline referenced in the video subtitles is 22/7/2025 (last date of application).
  • Certificates obtained after this date do not qualify for EWS advantage.
• The same position applies even if candidates previously applied as general but later obtained the certificate—benefits will not be granted if the certificate was not available by the deadline.

Reported Implication

The video suggests the recruitment authority/state government has concerns about future EWS claims, and indicates that likely only applicants who were already applying under the correct EDWS/EWS status during that application cycle will receive benefits.

Presenters / Contributors

• Anuruddha Sar (Justice, Calcutta High Court) — named as stating/announcing the court’s position.
• SD Bio Live with Life Sciences (channel host) — provides commentary and case updates (presenter not otherwise named in the subtitles).