Exam date and Schedule

Stay updated with the official AIFSET 2026 timeline to ensure you don’t miss registration, exam, or admission deadlines

When will the forensic science entrance exam registrations start?

Registrations are open now for the
2026-27 academic year.


Last date for Online Registration: 30th, Oct 2025

Exam Date for AIFSET 2026: 31st, Oct 2025

Result Date for AIFSET 2026: 3rd, Nov 2025

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How to apply for the AIFSET Entrance Exam?

The AIFSET application is an entirely online procedure with simple steps. The All India Forensic Science Entrance Test (AIFSET) is a Online-based examination test of 60 minutes duration.

  • 1Step

    Register

    Enrol for AIFSET 2026 through the registration portal

  • 2Step

    Exam

    Take the exam remotely

  • 3Step

    Result

    View the result on the official website and download it

  • 4Step

    Counseling

    Enrol for a counselling session and choose the desired university

  • 5Step

    Admission

    Complete the provisional admission process and reserve your seat.

Which universities accept AIFSETscores for admission?

AIFSET has over 150 partner universities across India offering specialised forensic science courses that accept the AIFSET scores for admission.

What courses are offered by partner universities of AIFSET?

Once the candidate has cleared AIFSET, he/she can pursue a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Forensic Science.

Undergraduate
Courses

  • B.Sc. Forensic Science
  • B.Sc. Forensic Science & Criminology
  • B.Sc. Cyber Forensic
  • B.Sc. Cyber Security

Postgraduate
Courses

  • M.Sc. Forensic Science
  • M.Sc. Cyber Forensic
  • M.Sc. DNA Fingerprinting & Profiling
  • M.Sc. Forensic Psychology
  • M.Sc. Digital & Cyber Forensic

Note: Different universities offer different combinations of these courses for specialization, research, and placement. Students must research about the courses offered in their desired universities before finalising the campus.

What are the Career opportunities after Forensic Science in India?

In India, forensic science is an emerging career with great opportunities in the government, private, and research fields. Upon the completion of a B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Forensic Science, through AIFSET partner universities, students have the opportunity to pursue careers in:

Government sector

  • Forensic Scientist in state or central forensic labs (CFSL, SFSL, CBI, IB).
  • Crime Scene Investigator with police departments.
  • Forensic Toxicologist for drug and poison analysis.
  • Forensic Ballistics Expert in arms and ammunition cases.
  • Cyber Forensic Analyst in cyber-crime investigation cells.
  • DNA Analyst in forensic DNA profiling labs.

Private Sector

  • Digital Forensics Expert in IT and cybersecurity firms.
  • Fraud Examiner / Risk Analyst in banking and finance.
  • Forensic Consultant for law firms and insurance companies.
  • Private Detective Agencies (with forensic expertise).

Academics & Research

  • Teaching positions in universities and colleges.
  • Researcher in forensic science specializations (DNA, cyber, psychology).
  • Pursue higher education (M.Sc or Ph.D)
  • Work in International crime labs, law enforcement, or research institutions.

Recognition and Approvals of Partner Universities

All the partner universities of AIFSET are recognised and approved by UGC authorities, ensuring the degrees are valid. They also hold top rankings in NAAC and NIRF.

FAQs About AIFSET 2026

Find answers to commonly asked questions about the forensic science entrance exam, its application process, and admissions.

All India Forensic Science Entrance Test (AIFSET) is a national-level entrance exam for admission into B.Sc. and M.Sc. Forensic Science and related programs. Students who have completed or are appearing for Class 12th can take the exam to pursue B.Sc forensic science courses, and those seeking to pursue M.Sc forensic science courses can take the exam after completion of their UG degree.

AIFSET is an online proctoring exam enabling you to take the test remotely from anywhere through phone, laptop or PC with good internet connection.

Candidates can attempt the AIFSET exam max three times.

Both undergraduate and postgraduate courses offered by AIFSET partner universities. Click here to check all the course list.

With the rapidly growing demand for forensic experts, new career opportunities are surfacing year after year. Some of the career opportunities include jobs in government forensic labs, crime investigation departments, cyber cells, law enforcement, private detective agencies, logistics, e-commerce, cyber security experts in MNC’s and research organizations.

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