UPSSSC FSL 2026: 208 Scientific Assistant & Lab Assistant Vacancies Announced
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification for 208 vacancies of Scientific Assistant and Lab Assistant (Prayogshala Sahayak) posts under the Office of Forensic Science Laboratory, Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow. This recruitment, advertised under Advertisement No. 15-Pariksha/2026, is for the Vidhi Vigyan Prayogshala (Sanyukt Sanvarg) Main Examination (PET0AT0P0-2025)/16 and is open exclusively to candidates who have qualified the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 with a valid score card.
Short Information
The Uttar Pradesh Adhinasth Seva Chayan Ayog (UPSSSC), Lucknow, is conducting this recruitment for the Office of Forensic Science Laboratory, Uttar Pradesh. A total of 208 vacancies are available across Scientific Assistant and Lab Assistant posts, divided into General Selection and Special Selection categories. The online application window opens on 27 July 2026 and closes on 17 August 2026. Candidates must have a valid, non-zero, non-negative normalized PET-2025 score to be eligible for shortlisting.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 0 | Rs. 25.00 | Rs. 25.00 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 0 | Rs. 25.00 | Rs. 25.00 |
| Payment Modes | Online (Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI) & SBI e-Challan |
Note: The application fee is Rs. 25 (online processing fee only) for all categories. The Main Examination fee will be charged separately from shortlisted candidates before admit card download.
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| S. No. | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Category-wise Breakup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scientific Assistant (General Selection) | 134 | UR-54, SC-28, ST-02, OBC-37, EWS-13 |
| 2 | Scientific Assistant (Special Selection) | 13 | SC-05, ST-02, OBC-06 |
| 3 | Lab Assistant / Prayogshala Sahayak (General Selection) | 56 | UR-23, SC-12, ST-01, OBC-15, EWS-05 |
| 4 | Lab Assistant / Prayogshala Sahayak (Special Selection) | 5 | SC-02, ST-00, OBC-03 |
| Total | 208 |
All posts are temporary (Asthayi) in nature. Horizontal reservation applies for Dependants of Freedom Fighters, Ex-Servicemen, Women, Divyangjan (PwD), and Outstanding Sportspersons as per UP Government rules.
Age Limit (As on 1 July 2026)
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientific Assistant (General & Special) | 21 Years | 40 Years | As per UP Govt. rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen |
| Lab Assistant / Prayogshala Sahayak (General & Special) | 21 Years | 40 Years | As per UP Govt. rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen |
Educational Qualification (Domain-wise)
Candidates must possess a degree in one of the four domains relevant to the post applied for. The qualification must be from a recognized University/Institute.
Scientific Assistant
| Domain | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Biology | B.Sc. in Biological Science / Forensic Science with specialization in Biological Science, Biotechnology, Bio Chemistry, Genetics, Cell Biology, or Microbiology. |
| Physical Science | B.Sc. in Physical Science / Forensic Science with specialization in Physical Science, Nuclear Science, Instrumentation, or Electronics; OR B.Tech in Instrumentation / Electrical & Electronics Engineering / Civil and Mechanical Engineering. |
| Chemistry | B.Sc. in Chemistry / Forensic Science with specialization in Chemistry or Bio Chemistry. |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's degree in Computer Science OR 'A' Level Diploma from NIELIT. |
Preferential Qualification (Scientific Assistant): M.Sc. in relevant subject (Biology/Physical Science/Chemistry), higher qualification in Computer Science, minimum 2 years service in Territorial Army, or NCC 'B' Certificate.
Lab Assistant / Prayogshala Sahayak
| Domain | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Biology | B.Sc. in Biology Group / Biotechnology / Bio Chemistry / Genetics / Cell Biology / Microbiology. |
| Physical Science | B.Sc. in Physical Science Group / Nuclear Science / Instrumentation / Electronics; OR B.Tech in Instrumentation / Electrical & Electronics. |
| Chemistry | B.Sc. in Chemistry Group / Bio Chemistry. |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's degree in Computer Science OR 'A' Level Diploma from NIELIT. |
Preferential Qualification (Lab Assistant): Minimum 2 years service in Territorial Army, or NCC 'B' Certificate.
Salary Structure (Pay Level as per 7th CPC)
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale (Min–Max) |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Assistant (General & Special Selection) | Level-6 | Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400 |
| Lab Assistant / Prayogshala Sahayak (General & Special Selection) | Level-4 | Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100 |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection Process
The selection is a two-stage process:
- Shortlisting: Based on normalized PET-2025 score, category-wise, at 15 times the number of advertised vacancies (including all candidates at the cut-off). Candidates with zero or negative normalized PET-2025 score are not shortlisted.
- Main (Written) Examination: Shortlisted candidates appear for a single objective-type written test. Final merit is based solely on Main Exam marks.
Exam Pattern (Main Examination)
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | Physics | 10 | 10 | \multirow{7}{*}{2 Hours (120 Minutes)} |
| Chemistry | 10 | 10 | ||
| Biology | 10 | 10 | ||
| Mathematics | 10 | 10 | ||
| Forensic Science | 25 | 25 | ||
| Part-2 | Computer & Information Technology Concepts & Contemporary Developments | 15 | 15 | |
| Part-3 | General Information related to State of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Question Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions).
- Marking: +1 mark for correct answer.
- Negative Marking: 25% (0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer).
- Medium: Bilingual (Hindi & English) except language-specific questions.
Syllabus Highlights
- Part-1 (65 Marks): Physics (Mechanics, Optics, Nuclear Physics, Forensic Applications), Chemistry (Physical, Organic, Inorganic, Forensic, Biochemistry), Biology (Cell Biology, Genetics, Forensic Biology, Serology), Mathematics (Arithmetic, Algebra, Reasoning, Basic Calculus), Forensic Science (Crime Scene, Ballistics, Cyber Forensics, Toxicology, Questioned Documents).
- Part-2 (15 Marks): Computer Fundamentals, Internet/WWW, MS Office (Word/Excel), Digital Finance, Cyber Security, Emerging Tech (AI, ML, Big Data, IoT).
- Part-3 (20 Marks): UP History, Culture, Geography, Economy, Polity, Current Affairs.
How to Apply Online
Eligible candidates must apply online through the Official Website (link provided in Important Links table) between 27 July 2026 and 17 August 2026. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official UPSSSC website and navigate to the Live Advertisement Segment on the homepage.
- Click on Advertisement No. 15-Pariksha/2026 to view/download the notification.
- Click "Apply Online" and log in using your PET-2025 Registration Number. Verify via OTP sent to registered mobile/email.
- Review auto-populated personal details (Name, Category, DOB, Gender, Contact, Horizontal Reservation) carried forward from PET-2025.
- Select (tick) the specific post(s) you wish to apply for (Scientific Assistant / Lab Assistant, General / Special Selection). Unselected posts will not be considered.
- Confirm Educational Qualification for selected post(s) by choosing the relevant Domain (Biology, Physical Science, Chemistry, Computer Science). Enter Board/University, Year of Passing, Roll No., and Marks details.
- Enter the Verification Code (Captcha) and click Submit to generate the application form. Download and save a copy.
- Review the auto-displayed Photograph & Signature (from PET-2025) and click Continue.
- Indicate Post Preference (if multiple posts selected) and Preferential Qualification (Yes/No). Confirm Correspondence Address.
- Read the Declaration, tick all checkboxes, enter Verification Code, and click Save and Submit.
- Pay the Application Fee (Rs. 25) online via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan. On successful payment, the application is auto-submitted.
- Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
Required Documents Checklist (Keep Ready Before Applying)
- PET-2025 Registration Number & Valid Score Card.
- Educational Qualification Certificates / Degree / Mark Sheets matching the selected Domain.
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) in prescribed UP Govt. format (if applicable).
- EWS Certificate valid for FY 2026-27 (issued between 01.04.2026 – 17.08.2026) if applicable.
- Disability Certificate (Divyangjan) showing category/sub-category & percentage (if applicable).
- Freedom Fighter Dependant / Ex-Serviceman / Outstanding Sportsperson Certificates (if applicable).
- Recent Photograph & Signature (as per PET-2025 upload specifications, auto-populated).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC FSL 2026? The online application and fee payment closing date is 17 August 2026. Fee reconciliation and application correction can be done until 24 August 2026.
Q2. Who is eligible to apply for UPSSSC Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment 2026? Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and hold a valid, non-zero, non-negative normalized PET-2025 score, and who possess the required domain-specific educational qualification (Biology, Physical Science, Chemistry, or Computer Science) for the post applied for, are eligible.
Q3. What is the age limit for UPSSSC FSL 2026? Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years of age as on 1 July 2026. Upper age relaxation is admissible for SC, ST, OBC, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and other eligible categories as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
Q4. What is the exam pattern for the UPSSSC FSL Main Examination 2026? The written exam consists of 100 objective-type MCQs for 100 marks to be completed in 2 hours (120 minutes). It covers Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Forensic Science (Part-1), Computer & IT (Part-2), and UP General Knowledge (Part-3). There is 25% negative marking for wrong answers.
Q5. How is shortlisting done for the Main Examination? Shortlisting is based on the normalized PET-2025 score, category-wise, at 15 times the number of advertised vacancies. All candidates scoring at or above the final normalized cut-off (up to two decimal places) are included. Candidates with zero or negative normalized scores are excluded.
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |