Piotr Girdwoyń, director of KSSiP: The school is gaining popularity
The National School of Judiciary and Public Prosecution in Kraków has seen a significant increase in applicants for its judge and prosecutor training competition, indicating a rise in its popularity among young lawyers.
At the end of 2025, a competition for a judge and prosecutor training program was held by the National School of Judiciary and Public Prosecution in Kraków. The response was overwhelmingly positive, with a total of 1,296 applicants submitting their applications, outpacing last year's figure of 1,192 and reversing a declining trend in new candidate interest that had persisted over several years. This increase is viewed positively by Piotr Girdwoyń, the director of the school, who sees it as a sign that the institution is becoming more appealing to prospective lawyers.
Most applicants are graduates from notable Polish universities, with the Jagiellonian University producing the highest number of candidates, following a long-standing trend. The Silesian University and the University of Warsaw secured the second and third spots, respectively, reflecting the strong academic foundations these institutions provide. The rise in candidate numbers is encouraging not only for the school but also for the future of the legal profession in Poland, suggesting that more young professionals are motivated to enter the judiciary and prosecution sectors.
These developments may have broader implications for the Polish legal system, as a new wave of trained judges and prosecutors is expected to emerge from this increased interest. As the competition for such positions becomes fiercer, the quality of candidates may also improve, ultimately contributing to a more robust judicial system in Poland. The growing popularity of the KSSiP highlights a shift in perceptions surrounding legal careers and may inspire additional reforms in legal education and training in the country.