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Vacancy Details
- Scientific Officer (SOC): 5 vacancies
Qualification: Master of Science (Forensic Science/Chemistry/Zoology/Microbiology/Genetics/Biotechnology/Physics) with at least second class; minimum 2 years’ practical experience in a State/Central Forensic Science Laboratory; knowledge of Konkani and computer skills required; PhD desirable. - Scientific Assistant (DNA): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree with second class in Microbiology/Genetics/Zoology/Biotechnology/Forensic Science with Zoology as a B.Sc. subject; knowledge of Konkani and computers required. - Scientific Assistant: 5 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in Science with at least second class in specified specialisations per division (Biology & Serology: Zoology/Forensic Science/Microbiology/Genetics/Biotechnology; Ballistics & Physics: Physics/Chemistry/Forensic Science; Toxicology, Chemistry & Narcotics: Chemistry/Forensic Science); knowledge of Konkani required. - Searcher (SOC): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Science from a recognised university; knowledge of Konkani and computers required; must meet vision and physical standards. - Photographer: 3 vacancies
Qualification: Secondary School Certificate plus either (a) Diploma in Photography and one year practical experience, or (b) Six-month certificate course in Photography and three years’ practical experience; knowledge of Konkani required. - Videographer: 9 vacancies
Qualification: Secondary School Certificate plus either (a) Diploma in Photography and one year practical experience as videographer, or (b) Six-month certificate course in Photography and three years’ practical experience; knowledge of Konkani required.
Qualification Requirements
Selection Process
- Document scrutiny and shortlisting: The Directorate will examine all applications and shortlist candidates. The list of shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the Goa Government Portal.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at the Directorate of Forensic Sciences, Verna-Goa. Candidates must bring original documents. No TA/DA is payable.
- Selection and joining: Selected names will be displayed on the Goa Government Portal and communicated by email/post. Selected candidates must sign a contract on non-judicial stamp paper (Rs.100) and submit an undertaking that they will not claim regularisation of service.
How to Apply
- Download and use the Annexure-B application form printed in the official notification (Annexure-B).
- Fill every field: name in block letters, father’s/husband’s name, postal address, mobile number, email ID, nationality, DOB, gender, Employment Registration No.
- State FACT/FACT+ qualification status if applicable; enter educational qualifications with year, board/university and marks; enter experience details.
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph and self-attest it; sign the declaration with place and date.
- Attach required enclosures (self-attested marksheets, certificates, experience proof) and submit a separate application for each post.
- Submit the completed hard copy by hand or by post at Directorate of Forensic Sciences, Near Verna Police Station, Verna, Salcete, Goa, 403722 between 10:00–13:00 and 14:30–17:30 on working days so it reaches by 17-11-2026 (by 5:30 p.m.).
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Important Dates
- Advertisement dated:
- Submission of applications begins:
- Last Date to Apply (applications must be received):
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility and qualification requirements?
Eligibility varies by post. Scientific Officers require an M.Sc. (relevant specialisation) with at least second class and 2 years’ practical forensic experience; Scientific Assistants require an M.Sc. in specified subjects; Searcher requires a B.Sc.; Photographer/Videographer require SSC plus photography diploma/course and specified experience. Knowledge of Konkani and computer skills are required for many posts.
How do I apply for these DFS Goa posts?
Apply offline by filling the Annexure-B application form (in the official notification), attach required self-attested documents and submit the completed hard copy by hand or by post to the Directorate of Forensic Sciences, Near Verna Police Station, Verna, Salcete, Goa, 403722 between 28-10-2026 and 17-11-2026 during working hours.
What is the last date to apply?
Applications must be received by 17-11-2026 (by 5:30 p.m.). Submission begins on 28-10-2026.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection has two stages: document scrutiny/shortlisting by the Directorate, followed by an interview at the Directorate of Forensic Sciences, Verna-Goa. Shortlisted and selected candidate lists will be displayed on the Goa Government Portal.
What are the salary and pay scale details?
Pay is consolidated monthly remuneration depending on the post, ranging from Rs.22,300/- to Rs.60,800/-. Specific consolidated monthly amounts are listed per post in the notification.
