National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) — established by an Act of Parliament in 2020 under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India — is the world's first and only university dedicated to forensic sciences. It offers specialized UG, PG, Integrated, Law, MBA, M.Tech, Diploma and PhD programmes across its 15 campuses in India (Gandhinagar, Delhi, Goa, Tripura, Bhopal, Pune, Guwahati, Manipur, Dharwad, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Jaipur, Nagpur, Raipur) and one international campus in Uganda. From 2026-27, NFSU has transitioned from its own NFAT exam to accepting scores from CUET / JEE Main / GATE / CLAT / CAT.
๐️2020
Established by Parliament
๐15+
Campuses Across India
๐50+
Specialised Programmes
๐ฐ₹67L
Highest Package (2023)
๐งช Entrance Exams Accepted – 2026-27
๐จ Key Update: NFAT (National Forensic Admission Test) conducted by NFSU has been CANCELLED for 2026-27. All admissions are now based on scores of national-level entrance examinations listed below.
CUET-UG 2026For UG & Integrated Programmes
- B.Sc-M.Sc Forensic Science
- B.Sc Criminology & Forensic Science
- BBA-MBA Integrated
- B.Sc-LLB, BBA-LLB (via CLAT also)
CUET-PG 2026For PG Programmes
- M.Sc Forensic Science, Biotechnology
- M.Sc Cyber Security, Digital Forensics
- M.Sc Toxicology, Psychology
- M.A. Criminology, Applied Psychology
JEE Main 2026For B.Tech-M.Tech Integrated
- B.Tech-M.Tech CSE (Cyber Security)
- Session 2: April 2–9, 2026
- 60% in 10+2 (PCM) required
GATE 2026For M.Tech Programmes
- M.Tech Cyber Security (CS/EC)
- M.Tech AI & Data Science (CS/EC/DA)
- GATE 2026 held Feb 7,8,14,15
CLAT / PG-CLAT 2026For Law Programmes
- B.Sc-LLB (Hons.) – CLAT UG 2026
- BBA-LLB (Hons.) – CLAT UG 2026
- LLM (Cyber Law) – PG-CLAT 2026
- LLM (Criminal Law) – PG-CLAT 2026
CAT 2025For MBA Programmes
- MBA Forensic Accounting & Fraud Investigation
- MBA Cyber Security Management
- MBA Hospital & Healthcare Management
- MBA Business Analytics & Intelligence
๐ School-wise Programmes & Eligibility – 2026-27
๐ฌ School of Forensic Science
| Programme | Level | Entrance | Eligibility (Minimum %) |
| B.Sc–M.Sc Forensic Science (5-yr Integrated) |
UG/Int. |
CUET-UG 2026 (Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Maths) |
10+2 Science with 55% (Gen/OBC/EWS); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Sc Forensic Science |
PG |
CUET-PG 2026 (SCQP13 Forensic Science + related) |
B.Sc / Medicine / Engg. / Pharmacy / Dentistry / Ayush with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Sc Forensic Biotechnology |
PG |
CUET-PG 2026 |
B.Sc in Biology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Forensic Sciences/Medicine/Pharmacy with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST) |
| M.Sc Multimedia Forensics |
PG |
CUET-PG 2026 (SCQP13/Physics/CS/Electronics) |
B.Sc Forensic/Physics/Maths/CS/Electronics or B.Tech CSE/IT/ECE with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST) |
| M.A. Mass Communication & Forensic Journalism |
PG |
Merit-based (qualifying exam) |
Bachelor's degree in any stream with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
๐ School of Cyber Security & Digital Forensics
| Programme | Level | Entrance | Eligibility |
| B.Tech–M.Tech CSE (Cyber Security) (5-yr Integrated) |
UG/Int. |
JEE Main 2026 |
10+2 with PCM + any one (Chemistry/CS/Electronics/IT/Biology); 60% aggregate, 60% in Maths+Physics (Gen); 55% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Tech Cyber Security |
PG |
GATE 2026 (CS/EC) |
B.E./B.Tech. CSE/IT/ICT/ECE or MCA or M.Sc CSE/IT with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Tech AI & Data Science (Cyber Security) |
PG |
GATE 2026 (CS/EC/DA) |
B.E./B.Tech. CSE/IT/ICT/ECE or MCA or M.Sc CSE/IT with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Sc Cyber Security |
PG |
CUET-PG 2026 (SCQP09 – CS & IT) |
B.E./B.Tech CSE/IT/ICT/ECE or B.Sc IT/CS/Electronics or BCA with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Sc Digital Forensics & Info. Security |
PG |
CUET-PG 2026 (SCQP09) |
B.E./B.Tech. (any branch) or B.Sc IT/CS/Electronics or BCA or B.Sc Forensic Science (Cyber/Digital/Computer Forensics) with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
๐ง School of Behavioural Forensics
| Programme | Level | Entrance | Eligibility |
| M.A. Clinical Psychology (RCI Approved) |
PG |
CUET-PG 2026 (HUQP20) |
4-yr BA/B.Sc Psychology with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST). Candidates with 3-yr degree must pass 4th year Bridge course with 55%. |
| M.Sc Neuropsychology |
PG |
CUET-PG 2026 (HUQP20) |
BA/B.Sc Psychology or equivalent with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.A. Applied Psychology |
PG |
CUET-PG 2026 (HUQP20) |
BA/B.Sc Psychology or equivalent with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Sc Forensic Psychology |
PG |
CUET-PG 2026 (HUQP20) |
BA/B.Sc Psychology or equivalent with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.A. Criminology |
PG |
CUET-PG 2026 (SCQP10 – Criminology) |
Bachelor's in any discipline with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| B.Sc Criminology & Forensic Science |
UG |
CUET-UG 2026 (Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Maths) |
10+2 Science (Physics/Chemistry/Biology/Maths) with 55% (Gen/OBC/EWS); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
๐ผ School of Management Studies
| Programme | Seats | Entrance | Eligibility |
| MBA Forensic Accounting & Fraud Investigation |
— |
CAT 2025 |
Any Bachelor's degree with 55% (Gen/OBC/EWS); 50% (SC/ST/PwD). Final year students can apply. |
| MBA Cyber Security Management |
— |
CAT 2025 |
BCA/B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc CS/IT/Cyber Security or any graduate with specialization in CS/IT/Cyber Security with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| MBA Hospital & Healthcare Management |
— |
CAT 2025 |
Any Bachelor's degree with 55% (Gen/OBC/EWS); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| MBA Business Analytics & Intelligence |
— |
CAT 2025 |
Any Bachelor's degree with 55% (Gen/OBC/EWS); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| BBA–MBA Integrated (5-yr) |
— |
CUET-UG 2026 (Accountancy/Business Studies/Economics/ Maths/GAT-501) |
10+2 in any stream with 60% (Gen/OBC/EWS); 55% (SC/ST/PwD). Appearing candidates can apply. |
⚖️ School of Law, Forensic Justice & Policy Studies
| Programme | Level | Entrance | Eligibility |
| B.Sc–LL.B. (Hons.) 5-yr Integrated |
UG/Int. |
CLAT 2026 |
10+2 (Science/Commerce/Arts with Maths or Statistics) with 50% (Gen); 45% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| B.B.A–LL.B. (Hons.) 5-yr Integrated |
UG/Int. |
CLAT 2026 |
10+2 in any stream with 50% (Gen); 45% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| LL.B. (Hons.) 3-year |
UG |
Merit-based (qualifying exam marks) |
Bachelor's degree in any discipline with 45% (Gen); 40% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| LL.M. Cyber Law & Crime Investigation |
PG |
PG-CLAT 2026 (COQP14) |
3-yr LL.B. after graduation or 5-yr integrated law programme with 50% aggregate |
| LL.M. Criminal Law & Criminal Justice Admin. |
PG |
PG-CLAT 2026 (COQP14) |
3-yr LL.B. after graduation or 5-yr integrated law programme with 50% aggregate |
๐งช Other Schools – Pharmacy · Medico-Legal · Engineering · Police & Security
| Programme | Level | Entrance | Eligibility |
| M.Pharm Forensic Pharmacy |
PG |
Merit-based |
B.Pharmacy from recognized university with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Pharm Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance (PCI) |
PG |
Merit-based |
B.Pharmacy with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Sc Chemistry (Forensic Analytical Chemistry) |
PG |
Merit-based |
Bachelor's degree with Chemistry as subject with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Sc Toxicology |
PG |
CUET-PG 2026 (SCQP11/13/17) |
B.Sc Biology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Forensic/Medicine/Pharmacy/Chemistry/Env. Sciences with 55%; 50% SC/ST |
| M.Sc Forensic Nursing |
PG |
Merit-based |
B.Sc Nursing (INC approved) with 55% + 1 year work experience (Basic B.Sc Nursing); 50% for SC/ST |
| M.Sc Forensic Dentistry |
PG |
Merit-based |
BDS from DCI recognised institution with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Tech Civil Engineering (Forensic Structural Engg.) |
PG |
Merit-based |
B.E./B.Tech Civil Engineering with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Sc Environmental Science (Environmental Forensic) |
PG |
Merit-based |
B.Sc Environmental Science or any Science (except Maths/Stats) or B.Tech Civil/Chemical/Environmental Engg. with 55%; 50% SC/ST |
| M.Sc Nanotechnology (Forensic Nanotechnology) |
PG |
Merit-based |
B.Sc Science / Medicine / Engg. / Pharmacy with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Sc Food Technology (Forensic Food Analysis) |
PG |
Merit-based |
B.Sc Food Science/Technology or any Science (except Maths/Stats) with 55%; 50% SC/ST/PwD |
| M.Sc Homeland Security |
PG |
Merit-based |
Bachelor's in Science / Medicine / Engg. / Pharmacy with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.A. Police & Security Studies |
PG |
Merit-based |
Bachelor's in any stream with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| PG Professional Diploma in Security Studies |
PG Dip. |
Merit-based |
Bachelor's in any stream with 50% (Gen); 45% (SC/ST/PwD) |
| M.Sc Pharmaceutical Chemistry |
PG |
Merit-based |
B.Sc any Science / Pharmacy / Medicine / Engg. with 55% (Gen); 50% (SC/ST/PwD) |
๐บ️ NFSU Campuses – 15 in India + 1 International
Programmes are offered across multiple campuses. Campus preference can be selected during application.
๐️ Gandhinagar
(HQ, Gujarat)
Delhi
Goa
Bhopal
Pune
Guwahati
Manipur
Tripura (Agartala)
Dharwad
Bhubaneswar
Chennai
Jaipur
Nagpur
Raipur
๐ Uganda
(International)
๐ฐ Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS – ₹ 500 per programme
SC / ST / PwD – ₹ 250 per programme
Payment: Online via RAZORPAY (UPI / Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking)
⚠️ Note: Application fee is non-refundable. Do not pay again if payment is showing "pending" — wait at least 24 hours. Merely filling the form is NOT sufficient — fee payment must be completed for successful application submission. Check Dashboard for application status.
๐ฅ️ How to Apply – Step by Step (Online)
1
Visit the official NFSU Information Page: https://nfsu.ac.in/admission
Then go to the Online Admission Portal: https://nfsuadm.samarth.edu.in/2026/
2
New Registration: Click "New Registration" and enter your name (exactly as in Class X marksheet/Passport), personal email ID and mobile number. Verify via OTP sent to your email.
3
Complete Profile: Login and fill in all mandatory details — personal info, date of birth, family details, address, category, bank account details. Click "Save & Next".
4
Upload Documents: Upload Photo, Signature, Date of Birth Certificate in JPEG/PDF format (10 KB–500 KB). Then lock your profile — profile cannot be changed after locking.
5
Programme Selection: Select programme level (UG/PG/Integrated) → select desired programme → choose campus preference (if offered at multiple campuses, select in order of preference).
6
Academic Details: Fill in Class X, XII and/or graduation details. If result is in CGPA, convert to % as per your institution's formula. "Appearing" candidates enter average up to last semester.
7
Upload Academic Docs: Upload all required academic and other mandatory documents. Ensure scans are clearly visible. Poorly visible / forged documents may lead to cancellation.
8
Preview & Pay: Preview the complete form. Click "Submit" → tick Declaration checkbox → click "Pay Now" via RAZORPAY. Application is submitted only after successful fee payment.
9
Track Application: Check application status on your Dashboard. "Application Submitted" = success. "Not Paid / Not Submitted" = incomplete. Note down the Form Number generated after payment.
๐ Documents Required at Time of Admission
Class X Marksheet & Certificate
Class XII Marksheet
Bachelor's Degree Marksheets
Provisional / Degree Certificate
Transfer Certificate (TC)
Migration Certificate
Character / Conduct Certificate
Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
PwD Certificate (min. 40% disability)
EWS Certificate (if applicable)
GATE / JEE / CUET / CLAT / CAT Scorecard
Work Experience Certificate (if applicable)
Anti-Ragging Undertaking
Passport Size Photographs
Scanned Signature
๐ Contact Information
⚠️ Important Notice: Always check the official website nfsu.ac.in/admission for the latest notifications. Admission dates are subject to revision by the University. Ensure your entrance exam scores (CUET/JEE/CLAT/GATE/CAT) are valid and uploaded correctly. Campus availability for each programme may vary — check programme-specific notifications.
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