Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate Salary in Pakistan 2026
Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18) Pay Scale — Per Month Gross, Allowances & Eligibility
Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18) — Quick Answer
Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate
Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate salary in Pakistan Judiciary 2026 is approximately PKR 160,000–235,000 per month, including basic pay plus allowances. Education: LLB + Judicial Service Exam.
Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate Salary in Pakistan Judiciary 2026 (Per Month)
The Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18)) monthly salary in Pakistan Judiciary for 2026 ranges from PKR 160,000 to PKR 235,000 gross per month. This gross figure combines the basic pay of the Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18) scale with House Rent Allowance, Medical Allowance, Conveyance Allowance and other admissible allowances. Actual take-home (in-hand) pay is slightly lower after deductions for GP Fund, Benevolent Fund and income tax where applicable.
How Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18)) Salary Is Calculated
Government pay in Pakistan is built up from the running basic pay of the Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18) scale plus a stack of allowances. For Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18) the approximate monthly build-up is:
| Component | Amount (PKR / month) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay (Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18), est.) | 88,000 – 129,250 |
| House Rent Allowance (≈45% of basic) | ~58,163 |
| Special Relief Allowance (≈25% of basic) | ~32,313 |
| Medical + Conveyance + other allowances | as admissible |
| Approx. Gross | 160,000 – 235,000 |
Eligibility for Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18))
- Education: LLB + Judicial Service Exam
- Age limit: 22–32 yrs
- Nationality: Pakistani citizen (domicile as per quota rules)
Annual Increment & Career Growth
Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18) employees receive an annual increment added to basic pay every July on a satisfactory service record, so Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate salary rises year on year. Promotion to the next grade brings a further jump in basic pay and allowances. Pay scales are revised in the annual budget, usually with an ad-hoc relief allowance increase.
Disclaimer: figures are indicative estimates based on the Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18) pay scale and standard allowance rates; actual pay varies by department, posting, province and the current budget notification.
Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18) — FAQs
What is the salary of Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18) in Pakistan 2026?
Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18) gross salary in Pakistan 2026 is approximately PKR 160,000 to PKR 235,000 per month. Basic pay PKR 0–0 plus House Rent Allowance (45%), Medical, Conveyance, and Special Relief Allowances. Annual increment: as per rules.
What posts are in Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18)?
Common posts in Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18): Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate. These positions fall under the Judiciary Pay Scale — Pakistan Courts pay system.
What is the education requirement for Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18)?
Education required for Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18) jobs: LLB + Judicial Service Exam. Age limit: 22–32 yrs.
How is Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18) salary calculated?
Gross pay = Basic Pay + HRA (45% of basic) + Medical Allowance + Conveyance Allowance + Special Relief Allowance (25% of basic). Civil Judge / Judicial Magistrate (BPS-18) basic pay range: PKR 0–0. Annual increment increases basic pay every July.
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