Forensic science is the application of sciences such as physics, chemistry, biology, computer science and engineering to answer the questions related to crime and criminals. Anyone passionate about solving mysteries with the help of science can pursue a career in forensic science.

Job profiles

●   Investigative officers

●   Legal counsellors

●   Forensic Expert

●   Forensic Scientist

●   Crime Scene Investigator

●   Teacher / Professor

●   Crime Reporter

●   Forensic Engineer

●   Law Consultant

●   Handwriting Expert

Jobs

Both in the Government Sector and Private Sector

Courses

Undergraduate Course (3 years):

●   B. Sc. in Basic Science like Physics, Chemistry, Biology etc. or

●   B. Sc. in Forensic Science

Diploma Courses( 6 Months ):

●   Advanced Diploma Course Certification in Forensic Sciences and Criminology

●   PG Diploma in Forensic Science and

●   Many more diploma courses

Post Graduate Courses (2 years)

●   M.Sc in Forensic Science

Research Course (3+ years)

●   PhD in Forensic Science

Preferred Skills and attitude

●   Strong Analytical Skills

●   Keen Observation

●   Correlational skills

Institutes and Universities

Specialised Institutions

1.  Gujrat Forensic Sciences University (https://www.nfsu.ac.in/)

2.  LNJP National Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science (NICFS) (http://nicfs.gov.in/)

3.  IRTE (https://www.irte.com/)

4.  Institute of Forensic Science, Mumbai (https://instforensicscimumbai.in/)

Other Universities

Many universities in India run forensic science courses. Some of these are

1.  University of Delhi

2.  University of Lucknow

3.  Bundelkhand University, Jhansi

4.  Anna University, Chennai

5.  Punjabi University

6.  Dr Harisingh Gour Vishwa Vidyalaya, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh

7.  Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, Agra

8.  Manipal University

Salary

4 to 15 Lakhs per annum

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