Supreme Court Mandates Minimum Practice Of 3 Years As Advocate To Enter Judicial Service

In a significant ruling aimed at ensuring experienced candidates enter the judiciary, the Supreme Court has upheld the requirement of three years of legal practice for eligibility in judicial services examinations.

A Bench headed by Justice P.S. Narasimha emphasized that a minimum of three years’ experience at the Bar is essential for aspirants to develop the legal acumen and courtroom exposure necessary for a judicial role. The Court dismissed challenges to the rule, observing that it serves the public interest and maintains the quality of the subordinate judiciary.

This verdict settles a long-standing debate over whether fresh law graduates should be permitted to directly enter the judicial service. The Court underlined that practical exposure equips future judges with the ability to deliver justice efficiently and fairly.