The President of India has appointed Justice Surya Kant, the second senior-most judge of the Supreme Court, as the next Chief Justice of India (CJI). He will assume charge on November 24, 2025, a day after the retirement of incumbent CJI Justice BR Gavai.
Union Law and Justice Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal confirmed the appointment on X (formerly Twitter), stating,
“In exercise of the powers conferred by the Constitution of India, the President is pleased to appoint Shri Justice Surya Kant, Judge of the Supreme Court of India, as the Chief Justice of India with effect from 24th November, 2025.”
Justice Surya Kant will serve as the 53rd Chief Justice of India and hold office until February 9, 2027, when he attains the age of 65 years.
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Appointment Process Under Memorandum of Procedure
The appointment of the Chief Justice of India is made in accordance with the Memorandum of Procedure (MoP) — a formal document outlining the framework for appointment, elevation, and transfer of judges in the Supreme Court and High Courts.
Who Is Justice Surya Kant?
Born on February 10, 1962, Justice Surya Kant has had a distinguished legal and judicial career spanning over four decades.
Before his elevation to the Supreme Court, he served as the Advocate General of Haryana and was designated as a Senior Advocate at a notably young age.
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Currently, Justice Kant serves as the Visitor of the National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi, and holds the position of Ex-Officio Executive Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA).
His tenure as Chief Justice is expected to focus on judicial reforms, technology integration, and ensuring greater access to justice across the country.
