Section 5(4) in The Orissa High Court (Conditions of Service of Staff) Rules, 1963
(4)The decision regarding the seniority of direct recruit& appointed at the same time shall be made by the appointing authority at the time of their confirmation. The seniority will be determined according to the merits to be judged on the basis of marks obtained in the examination prescribed as well as by general consideration of merits, educational qualification, age and previous experience in any post.
