Justice Surya Kant has been appointed as the next Chief Justice of India (CJI), succeeding Justice B.R. Gavai, who is set to retire on November 23, 2025. The Department of Justice under the Union Law Ministry issued an official notification confirming the appointment on Thursday.
Currently serving as a senior judge of the Supreme Court, Justice Surya Kant will be sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India on November 24, 2025. His tenure will span nearly 15 months, as he is scheduled to retire on February 9, 2027, upon reaching the age of 65.
Announcing the appointment on X (formerly Twitter), Law and Justice Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal stated:
“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 November 24, 2025. I convey my heartiest congratulations and best wishes to him.”
Justice Surya Kant, known for his contributions to constitutional and administrative law, will lead the Supreme Court during a critical period marked by key judicial reforms and significant pending constitutional matters.
