- The Punjab Forensic Science Authority (PFSA), Home Department, Government of the Punjab, has announced a major recruitment drive for candidates with Punjab domicile (Advertisement No. IPL-10284).
- Applications are invited for 17 categories of posts at PFSA Lahore, the Training Laboratory, and the Container Houses and Satellite Stations.
- The posts range from Additional Director General (Forensic) to Junior Forensic Scientist in DNA and Serology, Toxicology, Firearm and Tool Marks, Latent Finger Print, Questioned Document, Polygraph, Photography, Narcotics, Pathology and Histology, Crime and Death Scene Investigation, and Computer Forensics.
- All posts are on a contract basis for three years, renewable under the Contract Appointment Policy 2004.
- Monthly pay runs from Rs. 200,000 for Junior Forensic Scientists to Rs. 1,100,000 for the Additional Director General, and most posts carry a 10% annual increment.
- Graduates in science, engineering, medicine, pharmacy, psychology, graphic design and computer science can apply, subject to the requirements of each post.
- Applications are accepted online only through the Information Technology University (ITU) portal, and the last date is 18 October 2026.
- A non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 2,000 is paid through a PSID generated after submission.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the test and interview.
Job Overview
- Organization: Punjab Forensic Science Authority (PFSA), Home Department, Govt. of the Punjab
- Advertisement No.: IPL-10284
- Job Location: PFSA Lahore, Training Laboratory, and CHs/Satellite Stations
- Total Posts: 17 categories
- Job Type: Contract basis, 3 years (renewable)
- Domicile: Punjab
- Application Mode: Online only via the ITU portal
- Processing Fee: Rs. 2,000 (non-refundable, via PSID)
- Last Date: 18 October 2026
- Websites: pfsa.punjab.gov.pk and pfsatest.itu.edu.pk/jobs
Detailed Job List
- Additional Director General (Forensic) (Special Pay Package)
- Seats: 01 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: Ph.D in Forensic Science, Chemistry, Physics, Genetics or Molecular Biology from an HEC-recognized university, with M.Sc in a relevant field
- Experience: Seven years’ relevant experience and seven publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Age Limit: 42-55 years
- Salary: Rs. 1,100,000 per month
- Director Forensic (Special Pay Package)
- Seats: 01 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: Ph.D in Forensic Science, Chemistry, Physics, Genetics or Molecular Biology from an HEC-recognized university
- Experience: Seven years in a forensic laboratory of international repute
- Age Limit: 35-50 years
- Salary: Rs. 750,000 + 10% annual increment
- Manager (Pathology & Histology) (Special Pay Package)
- Seats: 01 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: MBBS registered with PMDC, plus postgraduate Level II qualification (Ph.D, FCPS, MRCP or equivalent) in Pathology, Histopathology or Microbiology, or M.Phil or equivalent as stated in the advertisement
- Experience: Four years in a reputable pathology, histopathology or microbiology laboratory
- Age Limit: 40-55 years
- Salary: Rs. 750,000 + 10% annual increment
- Forensic Scientist (Firearm & Tool Marks) (Special Pay Package)
- Seats: 01 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: MS or M.Phil (second division) in Physics, or Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, from an HEC-recognized institution
- Experience: Three years in an accredited forensic laboratory
- Age Limit: 28-35 years
- Salary: Rs. 325,000 + 10% annual increment
- Forensic Scientist (Latent Finger Print)
- Seats: 01 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: MS or M.Phil (second division) in Chemistry or Pharm-D from an HEC-recognized institution
- Experience: Three years in an accredited forensic laboratory
- Age Limit: 28-35 years
- Salary: Rs. 325,000 + 10% annual increment
- Forensic Scientist (Questioned Document)
- Seats: 01 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: MS or M.Phil (second division) in Chemistry or Pharm-D from an HEC-recognized institution
- Experience: Three years in an accredited forensic laboratory
- Age Limit: 28-35 years
- Salary: Rs. 325,000 + 10% annual increment
- Forensic Scientist (Polygraph)
- Seats: 01 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: MS or M.Phil (second division) in Clinical Psychology, Psychology or Neuropsychology
- Experience: Three years in an accredited forensic laboratory
- Age Limit: 28-35 years
- Salary: Rs. 325,000 + 10% annual increment
- Forensic Scientist (Photography)
- Seats: 03 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: MS or M.Phil (second division) in Graphic Design or Photography, or a Master in Fine Arts (second division) in Graphic Design
- Experience: Three years in an accredited forensic laboratory
- Age Limit: 28-35 years
- Salary: Rs. 325,000 + 10% annual increment
- Forensic Scientist (Toxicology)
- Seats: 03 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: MS or M.Phil (second division) in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry or Forensic Science
- Experience: Three years in an accredited forensic laboratory
- Age Limit: 28-35 years
- Salary: Rs. 325,000 + 10% annual increment
- Forensic Scientist (DNA & Serology)
- Seats: 06 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: MS or M.Phil (second division) in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Forensic Science, Virology, Immunology, Microbiology or Genetics, or MSc (Hons) in a relevant field
- Mandatory: Special courses (four credit hours each) in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry and Population Statistics
- Experience: Three years in an accredited forensic laboratory
- Age Limit: 28-35 years
- Salary: Rs. 325,000 + 10% annual increment
- Forensic Scientist (Pathology & Histology) (Special Pay Package)
- Seats: 04 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: MBBS registered with PMDC, plus postgraduate Level II qualification (Ph.D, FCPS, MRCP or equivalent) in Pathology, Histopathology or Microbiology
- Experience: Two years in a reputable pathology, histopathology or microbiology laboratory, or as specified in the advertisement
- Age Limit: 30-40 years
- Salary: Rs. 370,000 + 10% annual increment
- Forensic Scientist (Crime & Death Scene Investigation) (Special Pay Package)
- Seats: Open Merit (male candidates only)
- Qualification: M.Sc, BS or B.Sc (Hons) (second division) in Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry, Physics, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Entomology or a related field
- Experience: Three years relevant experience
- Age Limit: 23-35 years
- Salary: Rs. 325,000 + 10% annual increment
- Junior Forensic Scientist (Firearm & Tool Marks) (Special Pay Package)
- Seats: 04 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: MS or M.Phil (second division) in Physics, or a Bachelor in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an HEC-recognized institution
- Age Limit: 23-35 years
- Salary: Rs. 200,000 (half salary during training)
- Junior Forensic Scientist (Toxicology)
- Seats: 03 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: MS or M.Phil (second division) in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- Age Limit: 23-35 years
- Salary: Rs. 200,000 (half salary during training)
- Junior Forensic Scientist (Narcotics)
- Seats: 03 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: MS or M.Phil (second division) in Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or Pharm-D (second division)
- Age Limit: 23-35 years
- Salary: Rs. 200,000 (half salary during training)
- Junior Forensic Scientist (Crime & Death Scene Investigation) (Special Pay Package)
- Seats: 02 (Open Merit, male candidates only)
- Qualification: MS or M.Phil, or B.Sc (Hons) (second division), in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Entomology or a related field
- Age Limit: 23-35 years
- Salary: Rs. 200,000 (half salary during training)
- Junior Forensic Scientist (Computer Forensics)
- Seats: 02 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: MS or M.Phil (second division) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or Electronic/Computer Engineering, or BS (Hons) (second division) in the same fields
- Age Limit: 23-35 years
- Salary: Rs. 200,000 (half salary during training)
Note: The advertisement image is small, so some seat numbers and qualification wording are hard to read. Please verify them against the original advertisement or the official portal before publishing.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must hold a Punjab domicile.
- Applicants must meet the age limit, qualification and experience requirements of the post they apply for.
- All degrees must be from an HEC-recognized university or institution.
- Candidates with foreign degrees must submit an HEC equivalence certificate.
- Most scientist posts require a second-division MS or M.Phil, while some junior posts accept BS (Hons) or B.Sc (Hons).
- Only candidates who have already completed the required degree may apply.
- Experience must be post-qualification experience related to the applied post.
- DNA & Serology candidates must have completed the special four-credit-hour courses in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry and Population Statistics.
- The Crime & Death Scene Investigation posts are open to male candidates only.
- General age relaxation applies as per the prevailing policies of the Government of the Punjab.
Benefits
- Competitive monthly salary, from Rs. 200,000 up to Rs. 1,100,000.
- 10% annual increment on most senior posts.
- Half salary during the training period for the applicable posts.
- Three-year contract, renewable under the Contract Appointment Policy 2004.
- Work in a modern, accredited forensic setting.
- Exposure to specialised laboratory disciplines.
- Strong career growth in a prestigious provincial institution.
How to Apply
- Visit the official PFSA website (pfsa.punjab.gov.pk) or the ITU recruitment portal (pfsatest.itu.edu.pk/jobs).
- Select the post you want to apply for.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload all required academic transcripts, degrees and experience documents.
- Submit the form and note the PSID generated automatically.
- Pay the Rs. 2,000 processing fee through the PSID.
- Keep a copy of the submitted form and the fee confirmation.
- Submit before the deadline of 18 October 2026.
Application Terms
- Only online applications submitted through the ITU website are accepted.
- For more than one post, submit a separate form and pay a separate fee for each.
- The Rs. 2,000 processing fee is non-refundable.
- Uploading all required academic transcripts and degrees is compulsory.
- Applications without complete documents are treated as incomplete and rejected without notice.
- The applicant is solely responsible for the accuracy of the data in the online form.
- Applications with incorrect information, intentional or unintentional, will be rejected without notice.
Terms and Conditions
- All posts are on a contract basis for three years, renewable under the Contract Appointment Policy 2004 of the Government of the Punjab.
- The competent authority may increase, decrease or cancel any post at any stage.
- Pathology & Histology posts are full-time and require observance of regular working hours.
- Salaries are fixed as per the advertised package, and training period salary is paid at half rate for the applicable posts.
- Only experience gained against the applied post counts as post-qualification experience.
- Government employees must apply through proper channel.
- TA/DA is not admissible for the test or interview.
Important Instructions
- Apply well before 18 October 2026, because no extension will be granted.
- Check your age, domicile, degree and experience against the post before paying the fee.
- Keep scanned copies of your CNIC, domicile, degrees, transcripts, experience certificates and HEC equivalence (for foreign degrees) ready.
- Make sure the details in your form match your documents exactly.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the test and interview.
- Check the official PFSA and ITU websites for updates.
- Pay only through the official PSID and never to any individual.
