Forensic Science

The expected cut-off for an MSc in forensic Science at BHU for the year 2024 will depend on the category to which the student belongs.

1. for students belonging to general categories- the cut-off will be 205.

2. for students belonging to OBC- the cut-off will be 186.

3. for students belonging to Sc- the cut-off will be 178.

In Lucknow University, the Open category gets admission in Forensic Science with rank between 1 to 25 usually and the reserved one go down till 86th rank. At 106 marks it is a little difficult to get a rank under the set bracket of required rank. But the cutoff varies every year and you can definitely take a chance. Meanwhile you can try their other similar courses too where you are eligible.

Holding M.Sc in Forensic Science in hand, candidate can get job positions like Forensic Psychologist,   Custom Agent, Analyst, Forensic Pathologist, Crime Scene Investigator, Coast Guard, Police Officer,   Private Investigator just to name a few with organizations like CBI, intelligence Bureau,   all hospital, security agencies, Police, Defence, Law firms, Central Government Forensic labs etc.

To get admission in Forensic Science, Medical (Physics, Chemistry  and Biology) and Super Medical ( Physics, Chemistry, Biology  and Mathematic) are required where Biology serves as a core subject.

You'll need to fulfil specific requirements to join the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in India such as holding Indian citizenship, meeting certain age and physical fitness requirements, and passing the required entrance exams, like the Staff Selection Commission's Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam.

You may also have to go through a selection process that consists of interviews, physical exams, and written exams.

The highest position available in the field of Forensic Science is that of Forensic Medical Examiner. In general, the pay scale is between INR 5 LPA and INR 15 LPA. In India, a forensic medical examiner's pay can vary based on their level of experience, where they work, and the company they work for. But occasionally, especially in government employment, the pay might be higher.

Obtaining an MSc Forensic Science typically does not qualify you to practice as a medical doctor. To become a medical doctor in India, you typically need to pursue a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree from a recognised medical college or university. After completing your MBBS degree, you would need to undergo further training and internship to become a licensed medical practitioner.

There are more than 100 MSc Forensic Science colleges in India, of which 61 are private and 34 are government colleges. Among them, many colleges are top-rated for their infrastructure, quality education, placement options, etc. These colleges include Banaras Hindu University, Delhi University, Aligarh Muslim University, Chandigarh University, Amity University, Panjab University, and Lovely Professional University.