MCA only performs administrative role in the conduct of appointment process for Judicial and Technical Members of the NCLT

In response to news reports concerning personnel matters relating to the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) raised by the Supreme Court, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) clarified its administrative responsibilities. The MCA performs strictly an administrative role in conducting the appointment process for the 63 Judicial and Technical Members of the NCLT. Meanwhile, the NCLT independently handles the appointment and management of its own officers and staff, such as Deputy Registrars, Court Officers, Stenographers, Office Assistants, and Multi-Tasking Staff, following a government notification dated 14 October 2019 aimed at ensuring effective and independent functioning.