The Lahore High Court (LHC) has released Advertisement No. 01/2025/GJM/(R&E) inviting applications for temporary (likely permanent) positions of Civil Judge-cum-Magistrate (BS-17). This recruitment drive is open to Punjab-domiciled candidates who meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the Punjab Judicial Service Rules, 1994. Successful candidates will enjoy all three benefits associated with the post.

Interested applicants must possess a law degree and have at least two years of legal practice experience. The age limit is 22 to 35 years as of May 5, 2025. The selection process includes a written examination, psychological test, and viva voce. The court has also reserved quotas for differently-abled persons and minorities as per government regulations.

Details of Lahore High Court Civil Judge-cum-Magistrate Jobs 2025

Job Title	Lahore High Court Civil Judge-cum-Magistrate Jobs 2025
Job Type	Full Time
Salary	100,000
Organization	The Lahore High Court (LHC)
Place of Posting	Lahore
Address	Lahore
Last Date	5 -May-2025
Number of Vacancies	Multiple
Postal Code	54000
Posting Date	21-April-2025

1. Position & Benefits

Post: Civil Judge-cum-Magistrate (BS-17)
Nature of Job: Temporary (likely to become permanent)
Benefits: All three government service benefits

2. Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:
A law degree from a recognized university (entitling practice) OR
Membership in the Faculty of Advocates of Scotland.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of active legal practice after enrollment as an advocate (counted from the date of Bar Association enrollment under Punjab Legal Practitioners Rules, 2023).
Age Limit:
22–35 years as of May 5, 2025.

3. Reserved Quotas

Differently-Abled Persons: As per Punjab Disabled Persons Ordinance, 1991 (amended 2015).
Minorities: As per Govt. of Punjab Notification No. SO/R-II(S&GAD) 1-35/93 (2010).

4. Selection Process

Written Exam: Based on law and other subjects (per Notification No. SO/R-I(HS&GAD) 1-13/2025).
Minimum marks required:
- 40% per paper
- 45% aggregate
Psychological & Viva Voce Test (300 marks):
Passing marks: 150/300 (50%)

Method of Application

Step 1: Online Application

Visit www.lhc.gov.pk/jobs to download the prescribed form and instructions.
Fill out the form carefully and submit it online.

Step 2: Fee Submission

Fee: Rs. 5,000/- (non-refundable)
Payment Method: Deposit in MCB Bank, Gold Saving Account No. 0785503341001134 (titled “Human Resource District Judiciary”).
Important: Online/mobile banking payments will NOT be accepted.

Step 3: Hard Copy Submission

Send the following via courier before May 5, 2025:
Printed online application form
Original fee deposit slip
Required documents (as per instructions)
Address:

Registrar, Lahore High Court, Lahore
(Attention: Examination Wing)

Deadline:

Last date for submission: May 5, 2025 (No late applications accepted).

FAQs

1. Who can apply for these posts?

Punjab-domiciled candidates with a law degree and 2 years of legal practice experience.

2. What is the age limit?

Minimum 22, maximum 35 years as of May 5, 2025.

3. Is there any quota reservation?

Yes, for differently-abled persons and minorities as per government rules.

4. What is the selection process?

Written exam (40% per paper, 45% aggregate) → Psychological test → Viva voce (50% passing marks).

5. How to pay the exam fee?

Only via MCB Bank deposit (No online/mobile banking).

6. Where to submit the application?

Online submission + Hard copy via courier to LHC Examination Wing.

7. What happens to answer sheets after the exam?

They will be destroyed after 3 months of appointment; no rechecking requests entertained.

8. When will the written exam be held?

The date will be announced later; candidates must check the official website.

This is a prestigious opportunity for law graduates seeking a judicial career. Ensure all eligibility criteria are met, and submit the application before the May 5, 2025 deadline. For updates, visit www.lhc.gov.pk/jobs or contact the LHC Registrar’s Office (042-99212951-66, Ext. 329).

Lahore High Court Civil Judge-cum-Magistrate Jobs 2025