UPSSSC Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2026 — 208 Vacancies

UPSSSC is hiring 208 Scientific Assistants and Laboratory Assistants for the UP Forensic Science Laboratory. If you have a B.Sc. or M.Sc. in a relevant science discipline and a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 score, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 17 August 2026. You should be between 21 and 40 years old, and the application fee is just Rs. 25 for every category.

Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) Scientific Assistant & Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 208 Posts

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released Advertisement No. 15-Exam/2026 to fill 208 posts of Scientific Assistant and Laboratory Assistant in the UP Forensic Science Laboratory. This recruitment covers four post categories — Scientific Assistant, Scientific Assistant (Special Recruitment), Laboratory Assistant and Laboratory Assistant (Special Recruitment) — across disciplines like Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Computer Science. You must hold a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 score to apply, and science graduates from Uttar Pradesh should not miss this opportunity.

Vacancy Breakdown by Post

• Scientific Assistant: 134 posts
• Laboratory Assistant: 56 posts
• Scientific Assistant (Special Recruitment): 13 posts
• Laboratory Assistant (Special Recruitment): 5 posts

Category-wise breakdown: General - 77, OBC - 61, EWS - 18, SC - 47, ST - 5 (Total 208 posts).

Who Can Apply?

For Scientific Assistant (Biology):

• B.Sc. in Biology / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Genetics / Cell Biology / Microbiology (with Biology or Forensic Science as a subject), or M.Sc. in Toxicology / Forensic Science / Genetics / Biotechnology / Microbiology.

For Scientific Assistant (Physics):

• B.Sc. in Physics / Nuclear Science / Instrumentation / Electronics (with Physics or Forensic Science as a subject), or B.Tech. in Instrumentation / Electrical & Electronics / Civil / Mechanical Engineering.

For Scientific Assistant (Chemistry):

• B.Sc. in Chemistry (with Chemistry or Forensic Science as a subject), or M.Sc. in Chemistry / Forensic Science.

For Scientific Assistant (Computer Science):

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science / Information Technology.

All applicants must also have a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 score card.

Age Limit

• You should be between 21 and 40 years old as on 1 July 2026.
• Age Relaxation: Extra relaxation applies for reserved categories as per UPSSSC recruitment rules — check the official notification for exact details.

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 25
• SC / ST / PH: Rs. 25
• Payment mode: Online only, through credit card, debit card or net banking.

Selection Process

UPSSSC will select candidates through the following stages:

1. Shortlisting: Based on your UPSSSC PET 2025 score.
2. Written Exam: Shortlisted candidates appear for a written examination for the post.
3. Document Verification: You need to submit your original certificates and category documents.
4. Medical Examination: As applicable for the post.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in.
2. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Log in and fill the application form with your personal, educational and category details.
4. Upload your scanned photo, signature and documents.
5. Pay the Rs. 25 application fee online.
6. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for your records.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Number: 15-Exam/2026
• Online Application Start: 27 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 17 August 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 17 August 2026
• Correction Window: 27 July 2026 to 24 August 2026
• Exam Date: To be announced

• Examine and test physical evidence samples like biological, chemical or digital exhibits sent to the lab
• Handle and calibrate forensic lab equipment such as spectrometers, microscopes and chromatography instruments
• Prepare detailed test reports for use in criminal investigations and court proceedings
• Maintain chain-of-custody records for all evidence samples
• Follow lab safety and quality control protocols during testing
• Assist senior scientific officers with case analysis and reporting
• Keep lab registers and case files updated and organized