Overview
The National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) — an Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India — has released two separate recruitment notifications for 82 posts across Scientific/Technical and Non-Academic (Administrative) categories. This is a rare and prestigious opportunity to work with India’s only university dedicated entirely to forensic sciences. Postings are across NFSU campuses and are transferable.
There are two separate advertisements — one for Scientific/Technical posts and one for Non-Academic (Administrative) posts — but both share the same application portal and timeline.
| Organization | National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) |
| Total Vacancies | 82 |
| Post Type | Regular / Permanent (Direct Recruitment) |
| Job Type | Scientific / Technical & Non-Academic (Administrative) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | nfsu.ac.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 23 February 2026 (12:00 PM IST) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 March 2026 (11:59 PM IST) |
| Shortlisting / Test / Interview Date | To be notified — check website regularly |
📍 Vacancy Details
🧪 Advertisement 1 — Scientific / Technical Posts
(Advt. No: NFSU/TECHNICAL POSTS/01/2026)
| Post Name | Discipline | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Director | Cyber Security / Cyber Defence | Level 12 | 1 |
| Deputy Director | Forensic Psychology | Level 12 | 1 |
| Assistant Director | NDPS | Level 11 | 1 |
| Senior Scientific Officer | Cyber Security / Cyber Defence | Level 10 | 1 |
| Senior Scientific Officer | NDPS | Level 10 | 1 |
| Junior Scientific Officer | Ballistics | Level 7 | 1 |
| Junior Scientific Officer | Forensic Accounting | Level 7 | 1 |
| Laboratory Assistant | — | Level 5 | 24 |
| Sub-Total | 31 |
⚠️ Candidates who already applied for Laboratory Assistant in Advertisement No. NFSU/TECHNICAL POSTS/10/2025 need not apply again.
🗂️ Advertisement 2 — Non-Academic (Administrative) Posts
(Advt. No: NFSU/NON-ACADEMIC/02/2026)
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Section Officer | Level 8 | 12 |
| Deputy Section Officer | Level 7 | 14 |
| Assistant | Level 2 | 25 |
| Sub-Total | 51 |
Grand Total: 82 Posts
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Scientific / Technical Posts
| Post | Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|
| Deputy Director (Cyber Security / Cyber Defence) | PhD / Master’s / B.E. / B.Tech in relevant field + 7–12 years’ experience |
| Deputy Director (Forensic Psychology) | PhD / Master’s in Psychology or Criminology + 7–10 years’ experience |
| Assistant Director (NDPS) | PhD / Master’s in Forensic Science or Chemistry + 4–7 years’ experience |
| Senior Scientific Officer (Cyber Security / Cyber Defence) | PhD / Master’s / B.E. / B.Tech in relevant field + 2–7 years’ experience |
| Senior Scientific Officer (NDPS) | PhD / Master’s in Forensic Science or Chemistry + 2–5 years’ experience |
| Junior Scientific Officer (Ballistics) | Master’s in Forensic Science or Physics + 3 years’ experience |
| Junior Scientific Officer (Forensic Accounting) | Master’s in Accounting / Finance or CA / ICWA + 3 years’ experience |
| Laboratory Assistant | Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science or Sciences |
Non-Academic (Administrative) Posts
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Section Officer | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with good academic record + knowledge of Hindi, English & Computers |
| Deputy Section Officer | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline + knowledge of Hindi, English & Computers |
| Assistant | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline + knowledge of Hindi, English & Computers |
All candidates must have a good academic record (minimum 55% or equivalent where applicable) and must be Indian nationals.
💰 Salary Details (Per Month)
Salaries are as per the 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix with all applicable allowances:
| Pay Level | Approximate Basic Pay |
|---|---|
| Level 12 | ₹78,800/- |
| Level 11 | ₹67,700/- |
| Level 10 | ₹56,100/- |
| Level 8 | ₹47,600/- |
| Level 7 | ₹44,900/- |
| Level 5 | ₹29,200/- |
| Level 2 | ₹19,900/- |
🎯 Selection Process
| Post Category | Selection Method |
|---|---|
| Deputy Director, Assistant Director, Senior Scientific Officer (Posts 1–5) | Academic record review + Interview |
| Junior Scientific Officer, Laboratory Assistant (Posts 6–8) | Written Test and/or Skill Test |
| All Non-Academic Posts (Section Officer, DSO, Assistant) | Written Test and/or Skill Test |
- A Screening Test may be conducted to shortlist candidates before the final test/interview
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending tests or interviews
- Selected candidates will serve a probation period of 2 years
⏳ Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Deputy Director (both posts) | Maximum 50 years |
| Assistant Director (NDPS) | Maximum 45 years |
| Senior Scientific Officer (both posts) | Maximum 40 years |
| Junior Scientific Officer (Ballistics) | Maximum 40 years |
| Junior Scientific Officer (Forensic Accounting) | Maximum 35 years |
| Laboratory Assistant | 18 to 27 years |
| Section Officer | 21 to 40 years |
| Deputy Section Officer | 21 to 40 years |
| Assistant | 21 to 35 years |
Age Relaxations: SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen get relaxation as per Government of India rules. No upper age limit applies to current Central/State Government or University employees.
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹500/- + GST |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Exempt (No Fee) |
Payment is online only through the Samarth Portal. If applying for multiple posts, a separate application and fee must be submitted for each post.
📑 How to Apply
- Visit the NFSU Samarth Portal: nfsunt.samarth.edu.in
- Register on the portal and select the relevant advertisement and post
- Fill the online application form with accurate personal and educational details
- Upload all required documents (see below)
- Pay the application fee online
- Review all details carefully — no changes can be made after submission
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for your records
- Keep checking your registered email and the NFSU website for updates on shortlisting, tests, and interviews
⚙️ Key Documents Required
- All educational certificates and mark sheets (Bachelor’s / Master’s / PhD as applicable)
- Experience certificates from previous employers
- Caste Certificate — SC / ST / OBC-NCL candidates
- EWS Certificate — if applicable
- PwBD Certificate — if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen documents — if applicable
- Government employment proof — if claiming age relaxation
- Valid Photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Passport / Driving Licence)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Name change documents — if name differs across certificates
📘 Important Links
| 🖊️ Apply Online (Samarth Portal) | nfsunt.samarth.edu.in |
| 📢 Notification PDF — Scientific / Technical Posts | Click Here |
| 📢 Notification PDF — Non-Academic Posts | Click Here |
| 🌐 NFSU Official Website | nfsu.ac.in |
Pro Tip: Read both notification PDFs carefully before applying — each post has specific experience requirements and discipline conditions. Since no changes are allowed after submission, double-check everything before hitting submit!
