Civil Judge Exam

Becoming a civil judge in Pakistan is a rigorous and competitive process that requires a combination of education, experience, and successfully passing specific examinations. Here are the general steps to become a civil judge in Pakistan:

Educational Qualifications:

• You must have a minimum bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) from a recognized university. Some candidates pursue a master’s degree in law (LLM) for added qualifications.

Legal Practice:

• He/she possesses a degree in Law from a recognized university entitling him/her to practice the profession of law or is a Member of the Faculty of Advocates of Scotland;
• He/ she has actively practiced law for not less than 02 years after being enrolled as an advocate. (Two years’ practice as an advocate shall be counted from when the Advocate became a registered member of any Bar Association under Rule 7.10 read with 7.12 of The Punjab Legal Practitioners and Bar Council Rules, 1974.)

• Explanation:    For this clause:-

  i) The expression “practiced the profession of law” shall include any period of Government service by a person as:-

  • District Attorney, Deputy District Attorney or Assistant District Attorney; or
  • full-time prosecutor authorized to conduct the prosecution on behalf of the Government and

  ii) to prove active practice, the candidate shall declare by an affidavit (attached to the application form) that:-

   

• He/she had been actively practicing the profession of law for two years till the closing date of the advertisement and
• during this period, he/she had not engaged himself/herself in any other whole-time service, business, or, as the case may be, occupation for gain.

AGE:

Not less than 22 years and not more than 35 years.

QUOTA:

• 03 % quota reserved therein for disabled persons as envisaged by Displaced Persons (Employment and Rehabilitation) Ordinance, 1981 as amended by SECTION 2 of the Punjab Disabled Persons (Employment and Rehabilitation) (Amendment) Act, 2015
• 05% quota reserved for minorities in the light of Govt. of the Punjab Notification No. SOR-III(S85GAD)1-35/93, dated 27.03.2010

Judicial Examination:

• To become a civil judge, you must pass a competitive examination conducted by the respective provincial Public Service Commission (PPSC). The examination assesses your knowledge of law, jurisprudence, and various legal subjects.
• The examination typically consists of written tests and interviews.

Interview and Viva Voce:

• If you pass the written examination, you will be called for an interview or viva voce, where your suitability for the position will be assessed.

Appointment:

• If you perform well in the interview and meet all the eligibility criteria, you may be recommended for appointment as a civil judge.
• After receiving the appointment, you must take an oath and assume your duties as a judge.

Judicial Training:

• After the appointment, you will likely undergo training programs provided by the judicial academy of your respective province. These programs are designed to prepare you for your judicial role.

Probationary Period:

• New judges often have to serve a probationary period, during which their performance is evaluated. Successful completion of this period is necessary for confirmation in the position.

Career Advancement:

• As a civil judge, you can continue to advance your career within the judiciary through promotions and seniority-based appointments.

Please note that the specific requirements and processes for becoming a civil judge may vary by province in Pakistan. So, checking with the relevant provincial Public Service Commission or High Court for the most up-to-date information and requirements is crucial.

Becoming a judge in Pakistan is highly competitive, and only a few positions are available. Therefore, thorough preparation for the examination and interview process and gaining practical legal experience is essential to increase your chances of success.