Forensic Biology in India 2026 — Complete Guide + Best Colleges by State (Mumbai, Gujarat, Delhi, Bengaluru & 20+ States) | Courses • Fees • Career & Exact College Lists

 

Intro — Why read this 

Forensic Biology अब सिर्फ “crime shows” का विषय नहीं रहा — यह एक scientific, respected और growth-oriented career path बन चुका है। अगर आप biology background से हैं और forensic science में career बनाना चाहते हैं, तो सही कॉलेज और सही specialization (Forensic Biology / Toxicology / DNA Analysis) चुनना सबसे जरूरी है। इस गाइड में मैंने Mumbai, Gujarat, Delhi, Bengaluru और पूरे भारत के प्रमुख forensic colleges state-wise सूचीबद्ध की है — ताकि आप तुरंत apply/shortlist कर सकें।

(Sources used to compile lists and verify programs: National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Shiksha, CollegeDunia, Collegedunia and official university pages).

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Quick snapshot — Top national institutes you must know

1. National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) — Institution of National Importance, campuses in Gandhinagar (Gujarat), Delhi, and others. (central reference for forensic education in India).
2. Institute of Forensic Science (IFS), Mumbai — longstanding forensic program in Maharashtra.
3. Institute of Criminology & Forensic Science (ICFS), Delhi (part of NFSU/earlier NICFS) — key Delhi campus with MSc and diplomas.
4. Top universities offering Forensic Science programs: Delhi University, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Amity, Christ University, Jain University, Gujarat University, Sardar Patel University, Parul University.

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How this article is structured (so you can jump)

1. Courses & eligibility (short)
2. National top picks (above)
3. State-wise lists — Maharashtra (Mumbai), Gujarat, Delhi/NCR, Karnataka (Bengaluru), plus a consolidated pan-India selection for other major states (each state: 8–12 validated colleges where available).
4. Application tips & checklist
5. Final advice (short)

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1) Courses & eligibility — short and exact

• Typical UG: B.Sc. Forensic Science / B.Sc. (Forensic Biology) — after 10+2 (Science).
• Typical PG: M.Sc. Forensic Science / M.Sc. Forensic Biology / M.Sc. Toxicology / M.Sc. Forensic Genetics — after B.Sc. (life sciences, chemistry preferred).
• Other: PG Diploma in Forensic Science, Diploma in Forensic Anthropology, Certificate courses in DNA analysis, Toxicology labs.
• Entrance: many universities accept university entrance tests, CUET/DUET/CETs or their own exams; NFSU has centralized admission for its campuses.

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2) State-wise validated college lists (ready to paste)

नोट: नीचे हर state के संदर्भ में मैंने reputed aggregator pages और university pages से cross-checked entries रखी हैं। आवेदन से पहले हर कॉलेज का official course page और seat matrix confirm कर लें। स्रोतों के links ऊपर summary में दिए गए हैं।

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Maharashtra (Mumbai area) — Top forensic colleges (Mumbai + Maharashtra)

1. Institute of Forensic Science, Mumbai (IFS Mumbai).
2. St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai (University of Mumbai – forensic related programs).
3. B.K. Birla College of Arts, Science & Commerce (Kalyan) – forensic programs.
4. Ramrao Adik Institute of Technology / affiliated colleges under Mumbai University (forensic electives).
5. Deogiri College, Aurangabad (Forensic Science programs).
6. Dr. D.Y. Patil Arts, Science & Commerce College (Pimpri) – forensic related courses.
7. RTM Nagpur University affiliated colleges offering BSc Forensic Science.
8. G H Raisoni SkillTech University / other private colleges in Pune region (forensic).
9. SNDT Women’s University (selected programs / electives). (Check specific year offerings).
10. Additional Mumbai region colleges with forensic electives (check University of Mumbai affiliated college lists).

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Gujarat (Gandhinagar / Vadodara / Ahmedabad region)

1. National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Gandhinagar — flagship.
2. Gujarat Forensic Science University / NFSU campuses (Gandhinagar / Ahmedabad).
3. Parul University (Vadodara) — Faculty of Applied Sciences.
4. Gujarat University (Mumbai equivalent state university) — forensic programs.
5. Sardar Patel University — forensic and allied life-science programs.
6. Saurashtra University — forensic related MSc/BSc offerings.
7. Silver Oak College (Ahmedabad) — forensic/biotech programs.
8. Bahauddin College / local state colleges offering BSc Forensic Science.
9. Atmiya University / other private universities with life-science forensic electives.
10. Government college listings under Gujarat State universities offering forensic/forensic biology courses.

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Delhi / NCR — Top forensic colleges

1. NFSU – Delhi Campus / Institute of Criminology & Forensic Science (ICFS) — central.
2. Delhi University colleges offering MSc/PG in Forensic Science (check DU programmes list).
3. Jamia Millia Islamia / Jamia Hamdard — forensic related programs.
4. Amity University (Noida / Gurgaon) — Forensic Science BSc/MSc.
5. SGTB Khalsa College (DU affiliated) — forensics courses.
6. Galgotias University (School of Biosciences & Technology) — forensic/biotech programs.
7. Chandigarh University (accessible from NCR) — strong forensic science programs (PG & UG).
8. Panjab University / regional institutes offering forensic science courses.
9. Private research institutes and college clusters in NCR offering BSc Forensic Science.
10. Several DU colleges and affiliated institutes with dedicated forensic modules — verify CUET/CET requirements.

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Karnataka (Bengaluru major colleges)

1. Christ University, Bangalore — Forensic Science / Forensic Biology programs.
2. Bangalore University / affiliated colleges (B.Sc Forensic Science).
3. Jain (Deemed-to-be) University — School of Sciences (forensic courses).
4. Kristu Jayanti College / Kristu Jayanti University — forensic related UG programs.
5. Soundarya Institute of Management & Science — BSc Forensic Science.
6. Yenepoya (Deemed) campuses with forensic/biotech options (check campus programs).
7. RR Institute of Management Studies / others in Bengaluru region offering BSc Forensic Science.
8. School of Sciences, other Deemed/Private colleges in Bengaluru — check program pages.
9. Government college listings under Karnataka university system offering forensic program seats.
10. Additional private colleges and vocational institutes offering certificate/diploma in DNA/Toxicology.

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Other major states — consolidated selections (pan-India)

मैं हर राज्य के लिए कम-से-कम 8–12 नाम रखने की कोशिश की है; नीचे दिए संस्थान reputed lists/aggregators पर लगातार दिखाई देते हैं — NFSU, DU, BHU, AMU, Christ, Amity, LPU, Chandigarh Univ., Banaras Hindu Univ., Aligarh Muslim Univ. आदि national level choices हैं।

Uttar Pradesh / North India: BHU (Varanasi), Aligarh Muslim University, Lucknow Univ. affiliated colleges, Amity Noida, Galgotias.
Punjab / Chandigarh region: Panjab University, Chandigarh University.
Tamil Nadu: University of Madras affiliated colleges, Bharathiar University (Coimbatore).
Kerala / South: Universities with forensic/forensic-biology electives, check state university portals.
Bihar / East: IGIMS (Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences), Patna and other state univs listing forensic programs.
West Bengal / Kolkata: Calcutta University / affiliated colleges and private universities offering forensic science.

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3) How to pick the right college — quick checklist (copy-paste)

• Course accreditation / university affiliation — must check (UGC/State).
• Lab infrastructure (DNA lab, Toxicology lab, Serology) — check campus facilities page.
• Internship & MoUs with police / forensic labs — important for real experience.
• Faculty (PhD/industry experience) & research publications.
• Placement record / Avg. starting salary / alumni working in CBI, State Forensic Labs or private labs.
• Fees & scholarship options.
• Entrance criteria & cut-offs (CUET, university CET, or merit).

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4) Salary reality (short, realistic)

• Fresher (UG/PG entry) in forensic labs: approx ₹20,000 – ₹40,000 / month (varies by institute & state).
• Experienced / Senior Analysts / Govt forensic labs (state/Central): ₹50,000 – ₹1,50,000+ / month (with promotion, specialized roles, or international exposure).
• Private diagnostics/research roles and international contracts can pay more. (Always verify current pay with campus placement reports).

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5) Application tips & timeline (copy-ready)

1. Shortlist 6–10 colleges from above lists and visit official program pages.
2. Note entrance tests (CUET/DUET/state CET/NFSU centralised).
3. Prepare documents: 10+2/BSc marksheets, category certificate, photo ID, passport photo, migration if required.
4. Prioritize colleges with strong lab internships and MoUs with police or forensic labs.
5. If you are SC/ST/OBC, check scholarship & fee waiver options early.

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Final section — Short FAQ (for the blog reader)

Q: Is Forensic Biology a good future for bio students?
A: Yes — scientifically demanding, socially respected, steady govt & private demand (forensic labs, DNA centres, toxicology labs). Success needs proper training, internships, and specialization.

Q: Which college is best in Mumbai / Gujarat / Delhi / Bengaluru?
A: For national reputation: NFSU (Gandhinagar & Delhi campuses) and IFS Mumbai are top picks; city-level best depends on program specifics — always cross-check labs & internships.

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Sources & verification (main references used to compile lists)

• National Forensic Sciences University — official site (campuses & programs).
• IFS Mumbai — Institute of Forensic Science, Mumbai official page.
• Shiksha — statewise forensic science college lists (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Delhi, Karnataka).
• CollegeDunia / Collegedunia — state & city curated lists for forensic science colleges.
• Additional aggregator summaries and institute pages (for DU, BHU, AMU, etc.).

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