Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC)
โ Office of Forensic Science Laboratory, Uttar Pradesh
| Post Name | Scientific Assistant & Lab Assistant |
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| Total Vacancies | 208 |
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| Qualification | Graduate Degree in relevant science streams (Biology, Physics, Chemistry, CS) or NIELIT 'A' Level |
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| Age Limit | 21 to 40 years as on 01-07-2026 |
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| Salary | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400) for Scientific Assistant; Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 - 81,100) for Lab Assistant |
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| Application Fee | Rs. 25 (Processing Fee) for all categories |
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| Selection Process | Based on the Main Written Examination for PET-2025 qualified candidates. |
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Overview of UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification for the Vidhi Vigyan Prayogshala (Forensic Science Laboratory) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 208 vacancies for Scientific Assistant and Lab Assistant (Prayogshala Sahayak) positions. Candidates must have a valid PET-2025 score to be eligible for this selection process.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Category | Total Posts |
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| Scientific Assistant | General & Special Selection | 147 |
| Lab Assistant | General & Special Selection | 61 |
Note: All positions are temporary (Asthayi) and subject to horizontal reservation rules as per the Uttar Pradesh government policy.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must ensure they meet the following requirements based on the Vidhi Vigyan Prayogshala Araajpatrit (Praviเคงik) Seva Niyamavali, 2016:
- Essential Qualification: Graduate degree in relevant domains (Biology, Physical Science, Chemistry, or Computer Science) from a recognized university.
- Age Limit: 21 to 40 years as of 1 July 2026. Relaxation applies to reserved categories as per state rules.
- PET Requirement: Only candidates with a non-zero, positive normalized score in PET-2025 are eligible to apply.
Selection Process and Examination
Selection is based on a single-stage Written Main Examination. Candidates are shortlisted for the exam based on their PET-2025 scores, usually at 15 times the vacancy count. The written exam consists of 100 objective-type questions covering Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Forensic Science, Computer/IT, and UP General Knowledge. A penalty of 0.25 marks applies for each incorrect answer.
Important Application Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 2026-07-27
- Application Last Date: 2026-08-17
- Fee Reconciliation & Correction Deadline: 2026-08-24
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official website at upsssc.gov.in.
- Locate the 'Live Advertisement' section.
- Log in using your PET-2025 registration number and verify via OTP.
- Fill in the required academic and personal details as prompted.
- Complete the application fee payment via the available online modes.
- Download and print the final application form for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I apply without a PET-2025 score? No, a valid, non-zero PET-2025 score is mandatory for this recruitment.
- Is there negative marking in the exam? Yes, 25% of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
- What is the application fee? A processing fee of Rs. 25 is applicable for all candidates.
Visit upsssc.gov.in, log in with PET-2025 details, fill application, pay fee, and print the confirmation.
