National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Gandhinagar is India's first and only university dedicated to forensic and behavioural sciences - established as an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Home Affairs in 2020. NFSU offers cutting-edge undergraduate programmes in Forensic Science, Cyber Security, Criminology and Cyber Psychology. Admission is via NFSU's own entrance test (NFSU CET) followed by interview for shortlisted candidates. NFSU has campuses at Gandhinagar (main), New Delhi, Goa, Tripura, Manipur and Bhopal.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Online CBT + interview
Duration:120 minutes
Total Marks:100 + interview
Marking Scheme:+1 for correct, -0.25 for wrong
Sections
General Aptitude (English + Reasoning + Quant)
60 Questions•60 Marks
Domain Subject (Biology / Maths / Computer Science based on programme)
40 Questions•40 Marks
Syllabus
General Aptitude
English comprehension, grammar, vocabulary
Logical reasoning, series, puzzles
Quantitative aptitude - Class 10 level
Biology (for B.Sc Forensic Science)
Cell biology, genetics, biochemistry
Human anatomy & physiology basics
Computer Science (for Cyber Security)
Programming basics, data structures fundamentals
Operating system, networking concepts
Mathematics (for Criminology/Cyber programmes)
Algebra, calculus, statistics - Class 11-12 NCERT
Eligibility Criteria
Passed Class 12 with minimum 50% aggregate
B.Sc Forensic Science: PCB/PCM/PCMB stream
B.Tech Cyber Security: PCM stream with minimum 60%
B.A. Criminology: any stream
Indian and international applicants accepted
Important Dates
Application opens
March 2027 (tentative - confirm on official website)
Last date to apply
May 2027 (tentative)
Entrance exam
June 2027 (tentative)
Interview & admissions
June-July 2027 (tentative)
Application Process
Register on nfsu.ac.in admission portal
Fill application with programme and campus preferences
Upload Class 10/12 marksheets, photo, signature
Pay application fee online
Take online CBT at designated centres
Shortlisted candidates attend personal interview at chosen campus
Final admission based on entrance + interview + Class 12 marks
💡 Preparation Tips
Focus on Class 11-12 NCERT for domain subject - that's the bulk
General aptitude is straightforward - practise comprehension and reasoning
Note: there IS negative marking (-0.25) - avoid blind guessing
For interview, read about famous forensic cases, recent cyber crime incidents, forensic technology trends
❓ FAQs
Is NFSU a government institute?
Yes. NFSU is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. It is recognised by UGC and offers degrees with statutory backing.
What are the career paths after NFSU?
Graduates work as forensic experts in state/central forensic labs, cyber security analysts in IT firms/government agencies, criminology researchers, intelligence agency roles (after additional selection), and consultants for law firms on forensic evidence.
Does NFSU offer placements?
NFSU has a placement cell that places students with forensic labs, cyber security firms (KPMG, Deloitte, EY forensics teams), state CIDs and intelligence training institutions. The field is niche but growing - placement rates are typically 70-80%.