IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT PATNA CWJC No.10825 of 2009 M/S RAM NARAYAN BADRIDAS Versus VICE-CHANCELLOR,MAGADH UNIVERS 2 31.8.2009 KHAN The petitioner states that he had participated in one of the tenders for supply of papers for examination along with earnest money of Rs.10,000/- drawn in favour of the Controller of Examination, Magadh University vide D.D.No.MDCA/317130/700531,dated 8.1.1993. However, the contract was allotted to some one else and as such he is entitled to refund of the earnest money along with interest. Counsel for the University submits that the petitioner should mention the tender number in order to verify its claim. After hearing counsel for the parties, this court observes that the petitioner, if so advised, may file a representation before the Registrar, Magadh University, Gaya, respondent no.2 giving details of its claim. In case the petitioner files a representation before the Registrar, Magadh University, Gaya, it would be disposed of by a speaking order within a period of six weeks from the date of receipt of the same. In case he finds that the petitioner deposited the aforesaid amount pursuant to a tender, he would refund the earnest money within a period of three months from the date of filing of the representation otherwise the petitioner would be entitled to future interest @ 8% per annum. With the aforesaid observations and directions, this writ petition stands disposed of. (S.P.Singh,J)