Punjab Forensic Science Authority Jobs 2026
Introduction
Punjab Forensic Science Authority (PFSA), Home Department, Government of the Punjab, has announced contract-based career opportunities for candidates having Punjab domicile. Vacancies are available at PFSA Lahore, Training Laboratory Lahore and CSDe/Satellite Stations of Punjab Forensic Science Authority.
The appointments will be made on a three-year contract, renewable under the Contract Appointment Policy 2004 of the Government of the Punjab.
Available Positions
Sr. No. | Position | Total Posts | Age Limit
1 | Additional Director General (Forensic) – Special Pay Package | 01 Open Merit | 43–55 Years
2 | Director Forensic – Special Pay Package | 01 Open Merit | 35–50 Years
3 | Manager (Pathology & Histology) – Special Pay Package | 01 Open Merit | 40–50 Years
4 | Forensic Scientist (Firearm & Tool Marks) – Special Pay Package | 01 Open Merit | 20–35 Years
5 | Forensic Scientist (Latent Finger Print) – Special Pay Package | 01 Open Merit | 20–35 Years
6 | Forensic Scientist (Questioned Document) – Special Pay Package | 01 Open Merit | 20–35 Years
7 | Forensic Scientist (Polygraph) – Special Pay Package | 03 Open Merit | 25–35 Years
8 | Forensic Scientist (Photography) – Special Pay Package | 03 Open Merit | 20–35 Years
9 | Forensic Scientist (Toxicology) – Special Pay Package | 03 Open Merit | 20–35 Years
10 | Forensic Scientist (DNA & Serology) – Special Pay Package | 06 Open Merit | 20–35 Years
11 | Forensic Scientist (Pathology & Histology) – Special Pay Package | 04 Open Merit | 30–45 Years
12 | Forensic Scientist (Crime & Death Scene Investigation) – Special Pay Package | 03 Open Merit | 20–35 Years
13 | Junior Forensic Scientist (Firearm & Tool Marks) | 04 Open Merit | 23–35 Years
14 | Junior Forensic Scientist (Toxicology) – Special Pay Package | 01 Open Merit | 23–35 Years
15 | Junior Forensic Scientist (Narcotics) – Special Pay Package | 03 Open Merit | 23–35 Years
16 | Junior Forensic Scientist (Crime & Death Scene Investigation) – Special Pay Package | 02 Open Merit | 23–35 Years
17 | Junior Forensic Scientist (Computer Forensic) – Special Pay Package | 01 Open Merit | 23–35 Years
1. Additional Director General (Forensic)
Ph.D. in Forensic Science, Chemistry, Physics, Genetics or Molecular Biology with MSc in the relevant field from an HEC-recognized university.
7 years of relevant working experience.
7 publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals.
2. Director Forensic
Ph.D. in Forensic Science, Chemistry, Physics, Genetics or Molecular Biology from an HEC-recognized university.
7 years of experience working in a forensic laboratory of international repute.
3. Manager (Pathology & Histology)
MBBS or equivalent qualification recognized by PMDC/PMC and registered with PMDC/PMC.
Level III postgraduate qualification: Ph.D., FCPS or MRCP in Pathology, Histopathology or Microbiology, or equivalent Diplomate American Board qualification.
4 years' experience in a reputable pathology, histopathology or microbiology laboratory.
OR
Level II postgraduate qualification: M.Phil. in Pathology, Histopathology or Microbiology or equivalent recognized qualification.
6 years' experience in a reputable pathology, histopathology or microbiology laboratory.
4. Forensic Scientist – Firearm & Tool Marks
MS or M.Phil. (Second Division) in Physics, or Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an HEC-recognized institution.
3 years' relevant experience in an accredited forensic laboratory.
5. Forensic Scientist – Latent Finger Print
MS or M.Phil. (Second Division) in Chemistry from an HEC-recognized institution.
3 years' relevant experience in an accredited forensic laboratory.
6. Forensic Scientist – Questioned Document
MS or M.Phil. (Second Division) in Chemistry or Pharm-D from an HEC-recognized institution.
3 years' relevant experience in an accredited forensic laboratory.
7. Forensic Scientist – Polygraph
MS or M.Phil. (Second Division) in Clinical Psychology, Psychology or Neuropsychology from an HEC-recognized university.
3 years' relevant experience in an accredited forensic laboratory.
8. Forensic Scientist – Photography
MS or M.Phil. (Second Division) in Graphic Design or Photography from an HEC-recognized university.
3 years' relevant experience in an accredited forensic laboratory.
OR
Master's in Fine Arts (Second Division) in Graphic Design from an HEC-recognized university.
5 years' relevant experience in an accredited forensic laboratory.
9. Forensic Scientist – Toxicology
MS or M.Phil. (Second Division) in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Pharm-D, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacology or Forensic Science from an HEC-recognized university.
3 years' relevant experience in an accredited forensic laboratory.
10. Forensic Scientist – DNA & Serology
MS or M.Phil. (Second Division) in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Forensic Science, Virology, Immunology, Microbiology or Molecular Genetics from an HEC-recognized university.
3 years' relevant experience in an accredited forensic laboratory.
OR
BS (Hons) (Second Division) in Entomology, Immunology or Biological Sciences from an HEC-recognized university.
3 years' relevant experience in an accredited forensic laboratory.
Mandatory: Special coursework of four credit hours each in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry and Population Statistics from an HEC-recognized university.
11. Forensic Scientist – Pathology & Histology
MBBS or equivalent qualification recognized by PMDC/PMC and registered with PMDC/PMC.
Postgraduate Level III qualification of Ph.D., FCPS or MRCP in Pathology, Histopathology or Microbiology, or equivalent Diplomate American Board qualification.
The advertisement also specifies the prescribed experience requirements in pathology/histopathology/microbiology laboratory work, including the Level II/M.Phil route.
12. Forensic Scientist – Crime & Death Scene Investigation
M.Sc., BS or B.Sc. (Hons) (Second Division) in any of the fields specified in the advertisement, including Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Biology, Forensic Science, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Agronomy, Horticulture, Entomology, Soil Chemistry, Plant Breeding & Genetics, Food Technology, Food Nutrition or Geonomics.
OR
B.Sc. (Second Division) in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an HEC-recognized university.
OR
B.Sc. (Second Division) in Physics or Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an HEC-recognized university.
13. Junior Forensic Scientist – Firearm & Tool Marks
MS or M.Phil. (Second Division) in Physics, or Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an HEC-recognized university.
14. Junior Forensic Scientist – Toxicology
MS or M.Phil. (Second Division) in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacology or Forensic Science from an HEC-recognized university.
15. Junior Forensic Scientist – Narcotics
MS or M.Phil. (Second Division) in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Forensic Science, Pharmacology or Pharmaceutics from an HEC-recognized university.
OR
Pharm-D (Second Division) from an HEC-recognized university.
16. Junior Forensic Scientist – Crime & Death Scene Investigation
M.Sc., BS or B.Sc. (Hons) (Second Division) in the fields specified in the advertisement, including Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Biology, Forensic Science, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Agronomy, Horticulture, Entomology, Soil Chemistry, Plant Breeding & Genetics, Food Technology, Food Nutrition or Geonomics.
OR
B.Sc. (Second Division) in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
OR
B.Sc. (Second Division) in Physics or Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
17. Junior Forensic Scientist – Computer Forensic
MS or M.Phil. (Second Division) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or Computer System Engineering.
OR
B.Sc. (Hons.) (Second Division) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or Computer System Engineering.
Salary / Special Pay Package
Position Category | Monthly Salary
Additional Director General (Forensic) | Rs. 1,150,000
Director Forensic | Rs. 750,000 + 10% annual increase
Manager (Pathology & Histology) | Rs. 750,000 + 10% annual increase
Forensic Scientist (Pathology & Histology) | Rs. 375,000 + 10% annual increase
Forensic Scientist (Other than Pathology & Histology) | Rs. 325,000 + 10% annual increase
Junior Forensic Scientist | Rs. 200,000 + 10% annual increase
During training, half salary will be paid for the applicable Forensic Scientist and Junior Forensic Scientist positions as stated in the advertisement.
Application Process
Interested candidates must apply online through the Information Technology University job portal.
Applications submitted through any other method will not be accepted, and no extra time will be allowed after the closing date.
Last Date to Apply: 10 October 2026
The advertisement and application information are available through the PFSA and ITU websites.
Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 2,000/- through PSID, which is automatically generated after successful submission of the online application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/interview.
Important Details
Organization | Punjab Forensic Science Authority (PFSA), Home Department, Government of the Punjab
Job Type | Contract
Contract Period | 03 Years, Renewable
Domicile | Punjab
Total Posts | 40
Application Method | Online
Last Date | 10 October 2026
Application Processing Fee | Rs. 2,000
Fee Method | PSID
Application Portal | jobs.itu.edu.pk
PFSA Website | pfsa.punjab.gov.pk
Contact | 0311-6116525
Email | pfsa.inquiry@itu.edu.pk
PFSA Contact | 042-37840007
Location | Lahore / PFSA Training Laboratory / CSDe-Satellite Stations
Address | Old Multan Road, Thokar Niaz Baig, Lahore
General Terms & Conditions
Only male candidates can apply for Forensic Scientist (Crime & Death Scene Investigation) and Junior Forensic Scientist (Crime & Death Scene Investigation).
All posts are full-time in nature.
Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate online applications and separate processing fees.
Uploading all required academic transcripts and degrees is compulsory.
Incomplete applications without complete transcripts will be rejected.
General age relaxation will be applicable according to prevailing Government of Punjab policies.
Government employees must apply through proper channel.
Foreign degree holders must submit an HEC equivalence certificate.
Only candidates who have completed the required degree for the specific post should apply.
Original documents must be produced at the time of interview.
No TA/DA will be admissible for test/interview.
Only post-qualification experience will be considered.
The competent authority reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts.
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