Forensic Science

The following are some of the forensic courses that you can pursue after MBBS:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Forensic Medicine: This is a 3-year postgraduate course that covers a wide range of topics related to forensic medicine,  including forensic pathology,  forensic toxicology,  and forensic psychiatry. MD in Forensic Medicine graduates are eligible to work as forensic pathologists,  forensic toxicologists,  and forensic psychiatrists.
• Master of Science (MSc) in Forensic Science: This is a 2-year postgraduate course that covers a wide range of topics related to forensic science,  including forensic chemistry,  forensic biology,  and forensic DNA analysis. MSc in Forensic Science graduates are eligible to work as forensic scientists in forensic laboratories,  police departments,  and other law enforcement agencies.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Science (PGDFS): This is a 1-year postgraduate course that covers a wide range of topics related to forensic science. PGDFS graduates are eligible to work as forensic scientists in forensic laboratories,  police departments,  and other law enforcement agencies.
• Diploma in Forensic Science (DFSc): This is a 1-year Diploma course that covers the basics of forensic science. DFSc graduates are eligible to work as forensic assistants in forensic laboratories and police departments.

In addition to these courses, there are also a number of specialised forensic courses that you can pursue after MBBS, such as:

• Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Toxicology: This is a 1-year postgraduate course that covers the principles and practice of forensic toxicology. Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Toxicology graduates are eligible to work as forensic toxicologists in forensic laboratories,  police departments,  and other law enforcement agencies.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Odontology: This is a 1-year postgraduate course that covers the principles and practice of forensic odontology. Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Odontology graduates are eligible to work as forensic odontologists in forensic laboratories,  police departments,  and other law enforcement agencies.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Psychology: This is a 1-year postgraduate course that covers the principles and practice of forensic psychology. Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Psychology graduates are eligible to work as forensic psychologists in forensic laboratories,  police departments,  and other law enforcement agencies.

The best forensic course for you to pursue after MBBS will depend on your specific interests and career goals. If you are interested in a career in forensic pathology, you should pursue an MD in Forensic Medicine. If you are interested in a career in forensic science, you should pursue an MSc in Forensic Science or a PGDFS in Forensic Science. If you are interested in a career in forensic toxicology, you should pursue a Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Toxicology. And if you are interested in a career in forensic odontology or forensic psychology, you should pursue a Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Odontology or a Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Psychology, respectively.

There are about 260+ Forensic Science colleges in India. Of these, 168 colleges are privately owned, 63 colleges are owned by public/government organisations, and semi-government entities own 2 colleges. Students can secure admission after passing Class 12 boards or through entrance exams like CUET, CUET PG, etc. Some of the top Forensic Science colleges in India include Banaras Hindu University, Delhi University, AMU, Amity University Noida, Chandigarh University, LPU, Bharathiar University Coimbatore, Panjab University, University of Madras, and many others.

The following table shows the various parameters for top Forensic Science colleges in India: