The Cabinet, which met here today under the chairmanship of Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, approved the amendment to the Haryana Superior Judicial Service Rules , 2007 , in accordance with the directions given by the Supreme Court of India in various decisions relating to judicial service reforms.
These changes follow the directions given in the landmark case of All India Judges’ Association and Others v. Union of India and Others and other relevant judgments. They aim to strengthen the structure, transparency, and efficiency of recruitment and service conditions in the higher judicial cadre.
As per the approved changes , major changes have been made to the recruitment process for the Haryana Superior Judicial Service. The existing quota for promotion through merit-cum-seniority has been revised from 65 percent to 50 percent. The share of recruitment through the Limited Competitive Examination (LCE) has been increased from 10 percent to 25 percent , increasing the opportunities for qualified judicial officers. The remaining 25 percent of posts will continue to be filled through direct recruitment. However , the eligibility criteria have been expanded to include not only lawyers from the Bar but also eligible candidates from the Subordinate Judicial Service.
The Cabinet also approved changes to eligibility criteria and service conditions. Provisions regarding experience , age, and qualifying service have been rationalized for candidates coming from different recruitment channels.
Additionally, changes have been made to the rules governing seniority and roster management. In cases where recruitment processes occur in different years, clear rules have been established for determining seniority to ensure fairness and uniformity. The existing roster has also been revised to correct inter se seniority and maintain a balanced distribution between the various recruitment sources.
