#No Objection Certificate

A two-year unjustified hold on a No-Objection Certificate was deemed malice in law, breaching Articles 14, 19(1)(g) and 21, and the petition was dismissed after the NOC was finally granted. This ruling warns administrative authorities that arbitrary delays can be struck down as unconstitutional, affecting all applicants seeking statutory clearances.

Karnataka High Court reaffirms that a litigant’s right to change counsel is absolute under the Advocates Act, 1961, and does not require a No Objection Certificate from the previous advocate. The ruling underscores professional ethics and the unconditional nature of the right to legal representation, ensuring litigants are not unduly restricted in choosing their counsel.

Gauhati High Court rules that the 30-day timeline under Section 21A of the Registration Act for issuing land sale NOCs is mandatory, rejecting administrative delays as justification. The decision reinforces statutory compliance, ensuring timely processing of land sale permissions for property owners and buyers.

The Karnataka High Court ruled that quarry lease applicants under Rule 3-F of the KMMC Rules, 1994, are not required to obtain individual No Objection Certificates (NOCs). Instead, the District Task Force must secure all necessary clearances during its meeting, streamlining the approval process and reducing bureaucratic hurdles for applicants.

The Karnataka High Court has ruled that educational institutions cannot withhold original academic documents or deny No Objection Certificates to students seeking transfer, even when fees are unpaid. This upholds the right to education and natural justice, ensuring that financial disputes do not block academic progression or future admissions.

The NCLAT has ruled that a No Objection Certificate for charge satisfaction does not equate to legal discharge of financial debt under IBC Section 7. Only verified financial statements and NeSL records can conclusively establish default, setting a critical precedent for creditors and resolution professionals relying on procedural documents over substantive evidence.

The Bombay High Court has ruled that the Registrar under the Maharashtra Cooperative Societies Act lacks authority to enforce developmental or contractual rights claimed by a developer, limiting intervention strictly to statutory duties under the Act or bye-laws. This sets a vital precedent for cooperative societies resisting undue interference in private agreements, reinforcing the boundary between administrative oversight and civil contract enforcement.

Telangana High Court rules that passport renewal cannot be denied solely due to a pending criminal case under Section 6(2)(f) of the Passport Act, 1967. The court mandates that the trial court must issue a No Objection Certificate (NOC) within one week, ensuring compliance with principles of natural justice and preventing arbitrary denial of passport services.

Bombay HC quashed a No Objection Certificate (NOC) denial for a slum rehabilitation project, ruling that administrative decisions under Clause 2.8 of Regulation 33(10), DCPR 2034 must be reasoned. The judgment reinforces the duty of transparency for landowning authorities, impacting developers and slum rehabilitation schemes across Maharashtra.

Gauhati High Court rules that failure to submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) does not invalidate a candidate's selection if they provide a resignation undertaking. The court held that desirable qualifications like Open Distance Learning (ODL) experience do not disqualify a candidate, reinforcing flexibility in service rule compliance for government employment.

Bombay High Court rules that town planning authorities under the MRTP Act cannot condition construction permissions on No Objection Certificates from revenue officers. The judgment clarifies that title disputes, once resolved in favor of the applicant, cannot justify delays in granting planning permissions, reinforcing statutory jurisdiction limits.

CAT Kolkata rules that denial of No Objection Certificate (NOC) to government servants for external job interviews without statutory grounds violates their right to career progression. The tribunal mandates compliance with DoPT guidelines, holding arbitrary refusals as unconstitutional.

Telangana High Court rules that pending criminal cases do not automatically disqualify passport issuance, mandating trial court NOC procedure under Passports Act, 1967.

Telangana High Court holds that passport denial solely due to pending criminal proceedings is illegal unless applicant obtains a No Objection Certificate from the trial court.

Rajasthan High Court holds that informing employer in writing suffices under recruitment ads; no NOC required. Clarifies rights of serving employees in competitive exams.