The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has announced Civil Judge-cum-Magistrate (BPS-18) vacancies through Advertisement No. 8/2026/CJM/EW/IHC. Eligible Pakistani citizens with a law degree and the required legal practice experience are invited to apply online through the official IHC Job Portal.
This is an excellent opportunity for law graduates and practicing advocates who wish to join the judicial service in Islamabad Capital Territory. Selected candidates will receive government pay scales, allowances, and other fringe benefits as per the Islamabad Judicial Service Rules, 2011.
Job Details
| Title | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Islamabad High Court (IHC) |
| Post | Civil Judge-cum-Magistrate |
| BPS | BPS-18 |
| Advertisement No. | 8/2026/CJM/EW/IHC |
| Advertisement Date | 07 July 2026 |
| Job Location | Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) |
| Education | Law Degree (LLB or equivalent) |
| Experience | Minimum 2 Years Legal Practice |
| Gender | Male & Female |
| Last Date | 31 July 2026 |
Vacancy Details
Applications are invited from qualified Pakistani citizens for appointment against vacant posts of:
- Civil Judge-cum-Magistrate (BPS-18)
- Female Civil Judge (Family)
- Presiding Officer
Appointments will be made according to the Islamabad Judicial Service Rules, 2011.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must fulfill the following conditions:
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- A Degree in Law from a recognized university.
- The qualification must entitle the candidate to practice as an Advocate.
Professional Experience
Applicants must:
- Be enrolled as an Advocate.
- Have actively practiced the legal profession for at least two years before the advertisement date.
- During this period, they must not have been engaged in any full-time employment, business, or occupation for financial gain.
Age Limit
Candidates should be:
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
The age will be calculated on the closing date of online applications.
Quota Distribution
Recruitment will be made according to the following quota:
- 50% Merit
- 50% Islamabad Capital Territory Domicile
Reserved Quotas:
- 10% Seats for Women
- 2% Seats for Persons with Disabilities
Appointments will be made subject to suitability under the applicable recruitment rules.
Written Examination Pattern
The recruitment process includes a written examination consisting of law papers and general knowledge.
General Knowledge Paper
- 100% Objective
- MCQs Based
Law Papers
Each law paper consists of:
- 25% Objective Portion
- 75% Subjective Portion
The syllabus follows Appendix B & Appendix C of the Islamabad Judicial Service Rules, 2011.
Passing Criteria
Candidates must obtain:
- At least 40% marks in each written paper.
- 375 aggregate marks to qualify for the interview.
Interview Details:
- Viva Voce Marks: 100
- Minimum Passing Marks: 30%
Qualifying the interview is mandatory for final selection.
Medical Requirement
Applicants must:
- Be mentally fit.
- Be physically fit.
- Not suffer from any physical disability that may interfere with the efficient performance of judicial duties.
Application Fee
Candidates must deposit a non-refundable examination fee of Rs. 5,000.
Payment Method
The fee must be deposited through a Bank Challan generated from the Islamabad High Court Job Portal in any branch of the National Bank of Pakistan.
Important:
- Online banking payments are not accepted.
- Mobile banking payments are not accepted.
- Payments through any other online method will not be entertained.
Selection Procedure
The recruitment process consists of:
- Online Application
- Written Examination
- Interview (Viva Voce)
- Final Merit List
- Appointment
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents before applying:
- CNIC
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Law Degree
- Advocate Enrollment Certificate
- Experience Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- Academic Certificates
- Paid Bank Challan
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must submit their applications online only through the official Islamabad High Court Job Portal.
Applications submitted by:
- Hand
- Courier
- Postal Service
will not be accepted.
Candidates are advised to carefully read the Islamabad Judicial Service Rules, 2011, and all relevant instructions before submitting the online application.
Apply Now: https://jobs.ihc.gov.pk/
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Published | 07 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 |
| Written Test Date | To Be Announced |
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