High Court of Sindh Announces Prestigious Vacancies for Additional District & Sessions Judge (B-20)
The High Court of Sindh, Karachi, has announced a significant recruitment drive, inviting applications for eight (08) vacant posts of Additional District & Sessions Judge (B-20). This is a premier opportunity for qualified and experienced legal professionals who are citizens of Pakistan with a domicile and permanent residence in the Province of Sindh.
A Highly Coveted Position with an Attractive Compensation Package
Successful candidates will be appointed on a regular basis and will be entitled to a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
Approximate Salary: Rs. 3,96,640/- (Three hundred ninety-six thousand six hundred forty) per month.
Privileges: The position includes:
Full medical cover for self and family.
An official car with a fuel allowance.
Accommodation where available.
Core Eligibility Criteria for Aspiring Candidates
Applicants must meet one of the following stringent eligibility requirements to be considered for this esteemed judicial post:
Educational Qualification: Must possess a Degree in Law from a recognized university, OR be a Barrister of Law from England or Ireland, OR be a Member of the Faculty of Advocates of Scotland.
Professional Experience:
Option A: Must be a practicing Advocate of the High Court and its subordinate courts with a minimum of six years of practice.
OR
Option B: Must have held a judicial office for a period of not less than six years, with a clean service record.
Your Comprehensive Guide to the Two-Step Application Process
Candidates are required to follow a mandatory two-step application procedure.
Step 1: Online Submission
All applications must first be submitted through the official online portal of the High Court of Sindh: www.sindhhighcourt.gov.pk.
Online Deadline: The last date for online submission is October 13, 2025.
Step 2: Hard Copy Submission
After submitting the application online, candidates must print the application form, which will have an auto-generated computerized code.
The printed form must be signed and sent to the office of the Additional MIT-I.
This hard copy must be accompanied by all the required documents as mentioned in the advertisement.
Hard Copy Deadline: The complete physical application package must reach the office of the Additional MIT-I within 15 days of the closing date for online applications.
Mandatory Enclosures and Application Fee
Your application must be accompanied by attested copies of all relevant certificates and testimonials, as well as an application fee.
Required Documents: A detailed checklist is provided in the official advertisement, which includes attested copies of your CNIC, photographs, educational certificates (Matric to LLB/LLM), Domicile, PRC Form ‘D’, Enrolment Certificates (Subordinate Courts and High Courts), Character Certificates, and Departmental NOC (if applicable).
Application Fee: A Pay Order / Demand Draft of Rs. 5,000/- (non-refundable) must be made in favor of the Registrar, High Court of Sindh, Karachi.
Rigorous Selection Process: Tests and Interview
The selection process is designed to be highly competitive and will consist of multiple stages:
First Preliminary Test: An MCQ-based test. Candidates must score a minimum of 60% marks to be eligible for the next stage.
Second Written Subjective Test: This stage consists of two papers.
Paper-I: Subjective, based on relevant laws.
Paper-II: Based on analytical approach, including judgment writing, essay writing, and situational analysis.
Interview: To qualify for the interview, candidates must obtain an aggregate of 60% marks in the Second Written Subjective Test.
Important Notes for All Applicants
Candidates who applied in response to the June 2022 advertisement need not reapply but must submit a fresh request to confirm their continued interest.
Original documents must be produced at the time of the interview.
Ineligible or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Applicants in the public sector must apply through the proper channel with a Departmental NOC.
No TA/DA will be admissible for the tests or interview.
