Supreme Court Lowers Judicial Service Practice Requirement to One Year
· India · Live Law, Indian Express, The Hindu
The Supreme Court has cut the minimum practice period for admission to the judicial service from three years to one year, ruling the change effective immediately. In the same order, the Court approved the selection of a set of candidates who already satisfy the new one‑year criterion. The decision expands the pool of eligible applicants for judicial appointments across India. The order does not detail any additional selection parameters or timelines for future appointments. The change follows a review of the earlier rule that was considered overly restrictive for aspiring judges.
Why it matters
Lawyers who have practiced for a single year can now qualify for judicial service, potentially accelerating careers for younger legal professionals. The broader eligibility may increase diversity and reduce vacancy gaps in the judiciary.
Read the original report — Live Law
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