The Punjab Forensic Science Authority (PFSA), Home Department, Government of Punjab, is hiring 37 forensic staff — Additional Director General, Director, Manager, Forensic Scientists and Junior Forensic Scientists — for its Lahore laboratories, satellite stations and crime scene units. Punjab domicile is required.
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Apply online ONLY through the Information Technology University website at https://jobs.itu.edu.pk before 18 October 2026.
| Organization | Punjab Forensic Science Authority (PFSA), Home Department, Government of Punjab |
| Post Name | Additional Director General; Director; Manager; Forensic Scientist; Junior Forensic Scientist |
| Total Vacancies | 37 posts |
| Location | Lahore laboratories + satellite stations / crime scene units |
| Qualification | PhD / M.Phil / MS / MSc / BS / Pharm-D in relevant science, engineering, computing or medical discipline |
| Experience | Post-qualification experience required for senior/scientist posts (3 years in an accredited lab for Forensic Scientist) |
| Age Limit | 23–35 (Junior); 28–35 (Scientist, 30–40 for Pathology); 35–50 (directors) |
| Salary | Rs. 375,000/mo (Forensic Scientist; Rs. 325,000 Pathology & Histology); Rs. 200,000/mo (Junior) + 10% annual increase; 3-year renewable contract |
| Ad Date | October 2026 (Jang, IPL 10284) |
| Last Date | 18 October 2026 |
Details of Vacancies
Senior Management (3 posts)
1 Additional Director General (Forensics), 1 Director Forensics and 1 Manager (Pathology & Histology). Senior academic qualifications and relevant experience apply, with age limits up to 35–50 years.
Forensic Scientists (23 posts)
Across disciplines including Firearms & Toolmark, Latent Fingerprint, Questioned Document, Photography, Polygraph, Toxicology, DNA & Serology, Pathology & Histology, and Crime & Death Scene Investigation. Requires 3 years of post-qualification experience in an accredited forensic laboratory; age 28–35 (30–40 for Pathology & Histology). Pay: Rs. 375,000/month (Rs. 325,000 for Pathology & Histology) with 10% annual increase.
Junior Forensic Scientists (11 posts)
Age 23–35 years. Pay: Rs. 200,000/month with 10% annual increase; half salary is paid during the training period.
All appointments are on a 3-year renewable contract. Punjab domicile is required; Crime Scene posts are male-only.
How to Apply
- Apply online ONLY at https://jobs.itu.edu.pk by 18 October 2026.
- Pay the non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 2,000 via the PSID generated after submission, before the closing date.
- Submit a separate application form (and fee) for each post applied for.
- Queries: 0301-816025 / jobs@itu.edu.pk.
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FAQs
How do I apply for PFSA forensic scientist jobs 2026?
Apply online only through the Information Technology University website at https://jobs.itu.edu.pk before 18 October 2026. Pay the Rs. 2,000 non-refundable fee via the PSID generated after submission, and use a separate form for each post.
What is the salary of a forensic scientist in PFSA?
A Forensic Scientist earns Rs. 375,000 per month (Rs. 325,000 for Pathology & Histology), while a Junior Forensic Scientist earns Rs. 200,000 per month, each with a 10% annual increase. Half salary is paid during training.
What qualification is needed for PFSA forensic scientist jobs 2026?
PhD, M.Phil, MS, MSc, BS or Pharm-D in the relevant science, engineering, computing or medical discipline, depending on the post. Forensic Scientist posts also require 3 years of post-qualification experience in an accredited forensic laboratory.
What is the age limit for PFSA forensic scientist jobs?
The age limit is 23–35 years for Junior Forensic Scientist and 28–35 years for Forensic Scientist (30–40 for Pathology & Histology). Senior management posts go up to 35–50 years.
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