The Indian judiciary has once again witnessed a remarkable milestone in its history with the emergence of Rahul Banshiwal as the youngest judge in India, following the declaration of the Rajasthan Judicial Services (RJS) Examination, 2025 results.
As per known and widely reported sources, Rahul Banshiwal was just 21 years and 3 months old on 19 December 2025, the date on which the final results of the Rajasthan Judicial Services Examination were declared. His selection at such a young age places him at the very forefront of India’s judicial history.
Rahul Banshiwal completed his five-year integrated law degree from the University of Rajasthan, one of the state’s premier institutions for legal education. Soon after meeting the minimum eligibility age prescribed by the Rajasthan High Court for judicial services, he successfully cleared the highly competitive RJS examination, demonstrating exceptional academic discipline, legal understanding, and preparation at an early stage of life.
His achievement is particularly significant because judicial service examinations in India are known for their rigorous selection process, extensive syllabus, and low success rates.
Rahul Banshiwal’s feat inevitably invites comparison with Mayank Pratap Singh, who earlier made headlines as the youngest judge in India when he became a member of the Rajasthan Judicial Services in 2019.
Mayank Pratap Singh had also cleared the RJS examination at the age of 21, and at that time, his selection was widely described as historic. For several years, he held the distinction of being the youngest entrant into the Indian judicial services.
The difference between the two achievements is remarkably narrow, making Rahul Banshiwal and Mayank Pratap Singh close contenders for the title of “youngest judge in India.” While Mayank’s achievement remains a landmark moment in judicial history, Rahul’s selection in 2025 has revived the discussion, with many now recognizing Rahul Banshiwal as the youngest judge based on precise age calculations at the time of result declaration.
The rise of Rahul Banshiwal and Mayank Pratap Singh reflects a broader transformation within India’s judicial system, where young legal minds are entering the judiciary earlier than ever before. This trend is partly due to reforms in eligibility criteria, improved access to legal education, and increased focus on early career preparation.
Their journeys serve as a powerful inspiration for law students and judicial aspirants across the country, proving that age is no barrier to excellence in the legal profession when combined with dedication, discipline, and clarity of purpose.
Whether viewed as a continuation of Mayank Pratap Singh’s legacy or as a new benchmark altogether, Rahul Banshiwal’s entry into the Rajasthan Judicial Services at 21 years and 3 months stands as a historic achievement. Together, these two young judges symbolize the evolving face of the Indian judiciary—dynamic, youthful, and merit-driven.
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