Constitution

Part III · The Federation of Pakistan · The President

Oath of President

Article 42

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Before entering upon office, the President shall make before the Chief Justice of Pakistan oath in the form set out in the Third Schedule.

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Article 42 of the Constitution
With heading
Article 42 of the Constitution (Oath of President)
In full
Article 42, Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, 1973

English text as amended up to 21 November 2025 (27th Amendment), published by Ministry of Law and Justice / National Assembly of Pakistan. The English text is authoritative. Official PDF, page 44