UPSSSC Forensic Science Lab Online Form 2026 – 208 Posts
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has opened online applications for the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) recruitment 2026 under Advt. No. 15-Exam/2026, with a total of 208 posts across Scientific Assistant and Lab Assistant roles. This is a State Government job for candidates who have qualified UPSSSC PET 2025 and hold the required science/computer qualification. The application window runs from 27 July 2026 to 17 August 2026, with form correction allowed until 24 August 2026. If you want a laboratory or scientific-assistant career in the UP Home (Forensic) department, this is a strong opportunity. Full details on vacancies, eligibility, important dates, application fee, pay and how to apply are given below.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Scientific Assistant | 134 |
| Scientific Assistant (Special Selection) | 13 |
| Lab Assistant | 56 |
| Lab Assistant (Special Selection) | 5 |
| Total | 208 |
Eligibility
| Educational Qualification | For Scientific Assistant, you need an M.Sc. degree in a relevant subject (Biology, Physics or Chemistry), or the equivalent Computer Science qualification (Bachelor's / B.E. / B.Tech / PG Diploma) where applicable. For Lab Assistant, a Bachelor's degree (B.Sc.) in the relevant subject (Biology, Physics or Chemistry) or the equivalent Computer Science qualification is required. For both posts you must have qualified UPSSSC PET 2025. Check the exact subject-wise eligibility in the official notification before applying. |
| Age Limit | Your age must be between 21 and 40 years as on 01 July 2026. Reserved-category candidates (OBC, SC, ST, PwD and others) get age relaxation as per UPSSSC Advt. No. 15-Exam/2026 and Uttar Pradesh Government rules. Confirm the exact upper-age relaxation for your category in the official notification. |
| Age Relaxation | Age relaxation for reserved categories as per UPSSSC Advt. No. 15-Exam/2026. |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 27 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 17 August 2026 |
| Form Correction Last Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | Refer official notification |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwD | ₹25 |
Salary / Pay
The application fee is a flat ₹25 for all categories, which can be paid online via UPI, debit card, credit card or net banking. Note that UPSSSC keeps a uniform low fee across categories for its examinations. Pay for the posts (pay level / in-hand salary) is as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules and the Advt. No. 15-Exam/2026 pay structure; the exact pay level is not specified on this source, so treat it as indicative and confirm from the official notification.
Selection Process
Selection is based on UPSSSC PET 2025 qualification followed by the FSL Main Examination under Advt. No. 15-Exam/2026, and subsequent document verification for shortlisted candidates. The exact stage-wise selection details are limited on this source, so check the official notification for the full selection procedure, weightage and any skill/eligibility scrutiny.
How to Apply
Apply online only through the official UPSSSC portal at upsssc.gov.in between 27 July 2026 and 17 August 2026. Log in with your UPSSSC OTR (One Time Registration) / PET 2025 details, fill the application form, upload your photo and signature, pay the ₹25 fee online (UPI/card/net banking) and submit. Take a printout of the final form for your records. If you need to correct any detail, the correction window is open until 24 August 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC FSL 2026?
There are 208 posts in total — 134 Scientific Assistant, 13 Scientific Assistant (Special Selection), 56 Lab Assistant and 5 Lab Assistant (Special Selection).
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online form and pay the fee is 17 August 2026, with form correction allowed until 24 August 2026.
What is the application fee?
The fee is a flat ₹25 for all categories (General/OBC/EWS/SC/ST/PwD), payable online.
What qualification do I need?
Scientific Assistant needs an M.Sc. in a relevant subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry) or equivalent, and Lab Assistant needs a B.Sc. in the relevant subject or equivalent. Both require UPSSSC PET 2025 qualification.
What is the age limit?
You must be 21 to 40 years old as on 01 July 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories as per rules.