June 19, 2026
Major Changes in J&K Higher Judicial Service Rules: Government Revises Recruitment, Promotion and Seniority Norms
Major Overhaul in J&K Higher Judicial Service Rules; Govt Revises Recruitment, Promotion and Seniority Framework New Eligibility Criteria, Expanded LDCE Quota and Fresh Seniority Roster Introduced for Higher Judiciary JAMMU, June 19: In a significant move aimed at restructuring the judicial recruitment and promotion system in Jammu and Kashmir, the Government has notified comprehensive amendments to the Jammu and Kashmir Higher Judicial Service Rules, 2009, introducing far-reaching changes in the appointment, promotion, eligibility and seniority mechanisms governing the Higher Judicial Service. The amendments have been carried out by the Lieutenant Governor in consultation with the High Court of Jammu &









