- 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.
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UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026: Scientific Assistant & Lab Assistant Posts
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow
Total Vacancies
208
Job Location
Uttar Pradesh, India
Apply Start
27 Jul 2026
Apply Deadline
17 Aug 2026
đ Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow (UPSSSC) |
| Job Category | State PSC |
| Eligibility Qualification | Graduate (graduate), Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), B.Sc. (bsc), CA (physical-science-degree), CS (genetics-degree), M.E. (instrumentation-degree), Engineering Degree (engineering-degree), Computer Science Degree (computer-science-degree), Chemistry Degree (biochemistry-degree), Biotechnology Degree (biotechnology-degree), Any Graduate (any-graduate) |
| Number of Vacancies | 208 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | âš25,500 - âš112,400 Per Month |
| Age Limits | 21 to 40 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | - Application fee: Rs. 25.00 (online processing fee) for all categories (UR, OBC, SC, ST). - Fee for Main Examination will be charged separately only for shortlisted candidates. - Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted for other examinations. |
đ Details & Description
đ 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.
- 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.
âī¸ 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.
- 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.
đˇī¸ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS eligible with applicable relaxations)
đ 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).
- 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).
đŗ Application Fee Details
- Application fee: Rs. 25.00 (online processing fee) for all categories (UR, OBC, SC, ST).
- Fee for Main Examination will be charged separately only for shortlisted candidates.
- Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted for other examinations.
- Fee for Main Examination will be charged separately only for shortlisted candidates.
- Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted for other examinations.
â Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026?
The online application and fee payment closing date is 17 August 2026. Fee reconciliation and application correction can be done until 24 August 2026.
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How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026?
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.
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Who is eligible to apply for UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026?
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.
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What is the age limit for UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026?
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.
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What is the application fee for UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026?
The total application fee is Rs. 25.00 (online processing fee only) for all categories, including UR, OBC, SC, and ST candidates.