Justice Amin Uddin Khan Named First Chief Justice of Federal Constitutional Court

An important turning point in Pakistan’s judicial reforms has been reached with the official appointment of Justice Amin Uddin Khan as the first Chief Justice of the recently formed Federal Constitutional Court. 

The Federal Constitutional Court is anticipated to have a significant influence on how the nation’s legal system develops in the years to come as a result of this momentous move.

New Chief Justice Of Federal Constitutional Court

Today (Friday), Justice Aminuddin Khan is scheduled to take the oath of office as the first chief justice of the newly created Federal Constitutional Court under the 27th constitutional amendment.

The President’s House will host the oath-taking ceremony tomorrow at ten in the morning. Senior judges from the higher judiciary will be present during the ceremony, along with other notable visitors who have all received invites to attend this momentous occasion.

The newly appointed judges of the Federal Constitutional Court will be sworn in by Justice Aminuddin Khan after the occasion.

Unprecedented Moment in the Nation’s Judicial History

Justice Aminuddin was appointed as the Federal Constitutional Court’s first Chief Justice the day before. 

Days before Justice Khan’s planned retirement, the President of Pakistan authorized the historic appointment on the Prime Minister’s recommendation, making it a momentous and unparalleled development in the country’s legal history.

As the leader of the Constitutional Bench, Khan solidified his power and knowledge in some of the most delicate and prominent legal cases in the nation.

The President just signed the 27th Constitutional Amendment into law after it was passed by Parliament. The most senior Chief Justice of the Federal Constitutional Court or the Supreme Court will henceforth hold the office, according to the change that redefines the Chief Justice selection process.

Who is Justice Aminuddin Khan?

Justice Khan was born in Multan on December 1, 1960, and attended Government Muslim High School and Kinder Garten Muslim School for his early education.

In addition to completing a diploma in tax law, he obtained an LL.B. from University Law College, Multan in 1984 after earning a bachelor’s degree in philosophy in 1981. In 1985, he obtained a license to practice law in subordinate courts. In 1987, he joined the Lahore High Court as an Advocate, and in 2001, he was appointed an Advocate of the Supreme Court.

Career Highlights of Justice Amin Uddin Khan

Excellence has characterized Justice Khan’s judicial career. After a distinguished stint at the Lahore High Court from 2011 to 2019, where he gained recognition for his proficiency in civil law, notably in property, inheritance, and pre-emption matters, he joined the Supreme Court of Pakistan in October 2019.

Under his father’s tutelage, he began his legal career and was eventually admitted as a Supreme Court advocate in 2001. In addition to his work as a judge, Justice Amin has been a dedicated educator, contributing to the governance of multiple colleges, including UET Lahore, and working as a lecturer and examiner at University Law College, Multan.

Most recently, on November 13, 2025, after the 27th Constitutional Amendment was passed, the President named him as the first Chief Justice of the newly formed Federal Constitutional Court of Pakistan (FCC).

Conclusion

Justice Amin Uddin Khan’s appointment as the first Chief Justice of the Federal Constitutional Court marks a historic step toward strengthening Pakistan’s constitutional justice system. 

His long experience, strong legal background, and leadership qualities make him well-suited to guide this newly established court. With his oath-taking, Pakistan enters a new phase of judicial reform aimed at improving constitutional interpretation and ensuring timely decisions on important national matters.