UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026: Scientific Assistant & Lab Assistant Posts

📋 Job Description

- Recruitment drive for 208 temporary Scientific Assistant and Lab Assistant positions under the Office of Forensic Science Laboratory, Uttar Pradesh.
- Positions include General Selection and Special Selection categories across Biology, Physical Science, Chemistry, and Computer Science domains.
- Candidates must have qualified PET-2025 with a valid, non-zero, and non-negative score.
- Applications open from 27th July 2026 to 17th August 2026 via upsssc.gov.in.
- Selection based on normalized PET-2025 scores followed by a written main examination.
- Competitive pay scales ranging from Level-4 to Level-6 as per UP government norms.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- Candidates must be between 21 to 40 years of age as on 1st July 2026.
- Age relaxation applicable for SC, ST, OBC, and other eligible categories as per UP government rules.
- Must have qualified PET-2025 with a valid, non-zero, and non-negative normalized score.
- Educational qualification varies by domain:
- Scientific Assistant: Graduate degree in Biology, Physical Science, Chemistry, or Computer Science (or relevant specializations).
- Lab Assistant: B.Sc. in Biology, Physical Science, Chemistry, or Computer Science (or relevant specializations).
- Preferential qualifications include higher degrees (M.Sc.), relevant work experience, or certifications like NCC 'B' Certificate.
- Horizontal reservation applicable for Dependents of Freedom Fighters, Ex-Servicemen, women, Persons with Disabilities, and Outstanding Sportspersons.

🏆 Selection Process

- Shortlisting for the Main Examination based on normalized PET-2025 scores (category-wise, 15 times the number of advertised vacancies).
- Main Examination: Single written test with 100 objective-type MCQs (100 marks, 2 hours duration).
- Exam covers Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Forensic Science, Computer & IT concepts, and General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh.
- Negative marking of 25% (1/4 mark) for each incorrect answer.
- Final selection based on Main Examination performance.

📊 Key Information

Organization	Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow
Location / State	Uttar Pradesh
Job Location	Uttar Pradesh, India
Category Eligibility	All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS eligible with applicable relaxations)
Application Start	27 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	17 August 2026

📊 UPSSSC Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Scientific Assistant (General Selection)	134
Scientific Assistant (Special Selection)	13
Lab Assistant / Prayogshala Sahayak (General Selection)	56
Lab Assistant / Prayogshala Sahayak (Special Selection)	5
Total	208

📁 Required Documents

- PET-2025 Registration Number and valid score card.
- Educational qualification certificates/degree/mark sheets matching the selected domain.
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) in prescribed format.
- Disability certificate (if applying under Divyangjan category).
- Freedom Fighter dependant certificate (if applicable).
- Ex-Serviceman certificate (if applicable).
- Outstanding Sportsperson certificate (if applicable).
- Recent photograph and signature (auto-populated from PET-2025).

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Scientific Assistant (General Selection): 134 vacancies (UR-54, SC-28, ST-02, OBC-37, EWS-13).
Scientific Assistant (Special Selection): 13 vacancies (SC-05, ST-02, OBC-06).
Lab Assistant (General Selection): 56 vacancies (UR-23, SC-12, ST-01, OBC-15, EWS-05).
Lab Assistant (Special Selection): 5 vacancies (SC-02, OBC-03).
All posts are temporary (Asthayi) in nature.

🎂 Age Limits & Relaxation

Minimum age: 21 years as on 1st July 2026.
Maximum age: 40 years as on 1st July 2026.
Age relaxation: Applicable for SC, ST, OBC, and other eligible categories as per UP government rules.

💰 Salary & Allowances

Scientific Assistant: Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400).
Lab Assistant: Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100).

💳 Application Fee Details

Application fee: Rs. 25.00 (online processing fee) for all categories.
Fee for Main Examination will be charged separately only for shortlisted candidates.

📝 Exam Pattern

Part-1: Physics (10 questions, 10 marks), Chemistry (10 questions, 10 marks), Biology (10 questions, 10 marks), Mathematics (10 questions, 10 marks), Forensic Science (25 questions, 25 marks).
Part-2: Computer & Information Technology concepts (15 questions, 15 marks).
Part-3: General information related to Uttar Pradesh (20 questions, 20 marks).
Total: 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours duration.

📚 Syllabus

Physics: Mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, waves and sound, optics, electricity and magnetism, electronics, modern physics, radiation and nuclear physics, applied physics in forensics.
Chemistry: Physical, organic, inorganic and analytical chemistry, forensic and applied chemistry, biochemistry, environmental chemistry.
Biology: Cell biology, genetics, molecular biology, human anatomy, blood and serology, microbiology, immunology, forensic biology.
Mathematics: Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, analytical and logical reasoning.
Forensic Science: Crime scene investigation, physical and biological evidence, forensic toxicology, questioned documents, ballistics, cyber and digital forensics.
Computer & IT: Fundamentals, internet/WWW, hardware-software, MS-Office, cyber security, emerging technologies (AI, Big Data, IoT).
General Knowledge: Uttar Pradesh's history, culture, geography, economy, polity, and current affairs.

✍️ How to Apply

Visit the official UPSSSC website: upsssc.gov.in.
Download/view the relevant advertisement from the Live Advertisement Segment.
Log in using PET-2025 Registration Number and verify via OTP.
Review and confirm personal details carried forward from PET-2025.
Select the post(s) you wish to apply for and confirm educational qualifications.
Enter verification code and submit the application form.
Review auto-displayed photograph and signature, then confirm correspondence address.
Read and agree to the declaration, then save and submit the application.
Pay the application fee online via Credit Card/Debit Card/Internet Banking/UPI or SBI e-Challan.
Download and print the final submitted application form for records.

⚠️ Important Instructions

Only candidates with valid PET-2025 scores and required educational qualifications are eligible.
Select the specific post(s) during application; failure to do so may result in rejection.
EWS certificate must be valid for financial year 2026-27 and issued within the specified dates.
Disability certificate must clearly state the category/sub-category and percentage of disability.
Only one application permitted; multiple applications will result in rejection of all except the last submitted.
Application fee is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted for other examinations.
No changes can be made after final submission except through the correction facility until 24th August 2026.
Government employees must obtain NOC from their employer before applying.
Misconduct in the examination hall may result in rejection and debarment from future UPSSSC examinations.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026?

A. The online application and fee payment closing date is 17 August 2026. Fee reconciliation and application correction can be done until 24 August 2026.

Q. How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026?

A. There are 208 total vacancies, comprising 134 Scientific Assistant (General Selection), 13 Scientific Assistant (Special Selection), 56 Lab Assistant (General Selection), and 5 Lab Assistant (Special Selection) posts.

Q. Who is eligible to apply for UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026?

A. Only candidates who appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET-2025) and hold a valid, non-zero, non-negative normalized PET-2025 score, and who possess the required educational qualification for the relevant domain (Biology, Physical Science, Chemistry, or Computer Science), are eligible to apply.

Q. What is the age limit for UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026?

A. Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years of age as on 1 July of the calendar year in which the vacancies are advertised, with relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per Uttar Pradesh government rules.

Q. What is the application fee for UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026?

A. The total application fee is Rs. 25.00 (online processing fee only) for all categories, including UR, OBC, SC, and ST candidates.