DFS Goa Various Scientific and Technical Posts

- The Directorate of Forensic Sciences Goa (DFS Goa) is hiring for 24 contract positions across various scientific and technical roles.
- Positions include Scientific Officer (SOC), Scientific Assistant (DNA), Scientific Assistant, Searcher (SOC), Photographer, and Videographer.
- All appointments are contractual, lasting one year or until regular posts are filled, whichever comes first.
- Candidates must visit crime scenes 24x7, including weekends and holidays, as part of their duties.
- The recruitment is offline only; applications must be submitted in hard copy between 28 October 2026 and 17 November 2026 during specified working hours.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview, which will be held at the Directorate of Forensic Sciences, Verna-Goa.

• Post Name: Scientific Officer (SOC), Qualifications: ['masters-degree'], Eligibility: ['- Master of Science in Forensic Science, Chemistry, Zoology, Microbiology, Genetics, Biotechnology, or Physics with at least second class from a recognized university.', '- At least 2 years of practical experience in a relevant field (laboratory/crime scene visit) from a State/Central Forensic Science Laboratory.', '- Knowledge of Konkani (relaxation possible if no suitable candidates with Konkani are available).', '- Knowledge of Computer required.', '- Must meet physical fitness and vision standards (6/6 distant vision, 0.5 near vision, full field of vision in both eyes).', '- Desirable: Doctorate in Science, knowledge of Marathi, and FACT/FACT+ qualification.']
• Post Name: Scientific Assistant (DNA), Qualifications: ['masters-degree'], Eligibility: ["- Master's Degree with second class in Microbiology, Genetics, Zoology, Biotechnology, or Forensic Science, with Zoology as a subject at Bachelor’s level from a recognized university.", '- Knowledge of Konkani and Computer required.', '- Must meet physical fitness and vision standards (same as above).', '- Desirable: Knowledge of Marathi, FACT/FACT+ qualification in the relevant subject.']
• Post Name: Scientific Assistant (General), Qualifications: ['masters-degree'], Eligibility: ["- Master's Degree in Science with at least second class from a recognized university, specializing in Biology and Serology (Zoology/Forensic Science/Microbiology/Genetics/Biotechnology) or Ballistics and Physics (Physics/Chemistry/Forensic Science) or Toxicology, Chemistry & Narcotics (Chemistry/Forensic Science).", '- Knowledge of Konkani required.', '- Desirable: Computer literacy, knowledge of Marathi, FACT/FACT+ qualification in the relevant subject.']
• Post Name: Searcher (SOC), Qualifications: ['bachelors-degree'], Eligibility: ["- Bachelor's Degree in Science from a recognized university or equivalent.", '- Knowledge of Konkani and Computer required.', '- Must meet physical fitness and vision standards (same as above).', '- Desirable: Knowledge of Marathi.']
• Post Name: Photographer, Qualifications: ['10th-pass', 'diploma'], Eligibility: ['- Option 1: Secondary School Certificate + Diploma in Photography from a recognized institute + 1 year of practical experience as a Photographer in a reputed studio.', '- Option 2: Secondary School Certificate + 6 months certificate course in Photography + 3 years of experience as a Photographer in a reputed studio.', '- Knowledge of Konkani required.', '- Must be physically fit to perform duties.']
• Post Name: Videographer, Qualifications: ['10th-pass', 'diploma'], Eligibility: ['- Option 1: Secondary School Certificate + Diploma in Photography from a recognized institute + 1 year of practical experience as a Videographer in a reputed studio.', '- Option 2: Secondary School Certificate + 6 months certificate course in Photography + 3 years of experience as a Videographer in a reputed studio.', '- Knowledge of Konkani required.', '- Must be physically fit to perform duties.']

- Document Scrutiny: Applications will be scrutinized by the Directorate. Shortlisted candidates will be announced on the Goa Govt. Portal.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed at the Directorate of Forensic Sciences, Verna-Goa.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

All

- Self-attested copies of marksheet and passing certificate of highest qualification.
- Experience certificate (self-attested copy).
- Recent self-attested passport-size photograph affixed on the form.
- Original documents (for interview): Birth certificate, Secondary School Certificate, Higher Secondary Certificate, Graduation Certificate (for relevant posts), Photography/Videography certificate (for Photographer/Videographer), Post-Graduation certificate (for relevant posts), Residence Certificate, Employment Registration Card, Work Experience Certificate, Computer Knowledge Certificate, and any other relevant certificates.
- Contract agreement on non-judicial stamp paper of Rs. 100/- before appointment.

No application fee mentioned in the notification.