The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has invited online applications for various posts, including Junior Scientific Assistant in different specializations under the Forensic Science Laboratory, Government of NCT of Delhi.
DSSSB Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for Online Application | 16 June 2026 (12:00 Noon) |
| Closing Date for Online Application | 15 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
DSSB 2026 Vacancies for Junior Scientific Assistant
| Post Code | Name of the Post | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 21/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Biology) | 44 |
| 22/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Ballistics) | 18 |
| 23/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Chemistry) | 37 |
| 24/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Lie-Detection) | 12 |
| 25/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Documents) | 15 |
| 26/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (HRD/QC) | 5 |
| 27/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Photo) | 14 |
| 28/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Cyber Forensic) | 81 |
| 29/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Crime Scene/District Mobile Forensic Unit) | 46 |
| 30/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Finger Print) | 1 |
| 31/26 | Junior Scientific Assistant (Physics) | 16 |
Total Junior Scientific Assistant Posts: 289
DSSSB Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Post Specialization | Essential Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Biology | Master's degree in Zoology/Botany/Microbiology/Anthropology/Biology/Human Biology/Life Science/Biochemistry/Genetics/Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Forensic Science (with Zoology or Botany at B.Sc.) OR B.E./B.Tech in Biotechnology |
| Ballistics | Master's degree in Physics/Mathematics/Applied Mathematics/Forensic Science (with Physics or Mathematics at B.Sc.) |
| Chemistry | Master's degree in Chemistry/Toxicology/Biochemistry/Forensic Science (with Chemistry at B.Sc.) |
| Lie-Detection | Master’s degree in Psychology/Criminology |
| Documents | Master's degree in Physics/Chemistry/Forensic Science (with Physics or Chemistry studied for at least 2 years at B.Sc.) |
| HRD/QC | Master’s degree in Physics/Mathematics/Computer Science/Chemistry/Botany/Zoology/Forensic Science/Psychology/Toxicology/Biotechnology/Genetics OR 2-year PG Diploma in HR/Management OR MCA OR B.Tech in CS/Electronics/IT/ECE/Instrumentation |
| Photo | Master’s degree in Physics/Computer Science/Data Analytics/AI/IT/Forensic Science OR B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence |
| Cyber Forensic | Master’s in Computer Science/Computer Application/IT/Physics (with Electronics specialization)/Cyber Security OR B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/ECE/EEE |
| Crime Scene / Mobile Forensic | Master’s degree in Zoology/Botany/Anthropology/Microbiology/Chemistry/Physics/Toxicology/Biochemistry/Forensic Science |
| Finger Print | Master’s degree in Physics/Chemistry/Forensic Science (with Physics or Chemistry at B.Sc. for at least 2 years) |
| Physics | Master’s degree in Physics/Forensic Science (with Physics at B.Sc.) |
Note: Qualifications are relaxable at the discretion of the competent authority for well-qualified candidates. All candidates must complete mandatory induction training of at least 2 weeks.
Age Limit (as on closing date)
- Between 18 - 27 years
Age Relaxation:
- As per Government of NCT of Delhi / Central Government rules.
- Departmental candidates / Contractual employees of the same department get additional relaxation (details available in the detailed advertisement).
DSSSB Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2026 Application Procedure
- Applications must be submitted online only through the official website.
- No offline applications will be accepted.
- Candidates are advised to read the detailed advertisement carefully before applying.
- Application fee (if any) and other instructions will be available in the detailed notification.
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected as per the recruitment rules of the indenting department and DSSSB norms. The detailed scheme of examination (written test / skill test / interview, if any) will be notified later on the DSSSB website.
Salary Structure (Pay Scale)
- Pay Level – 5: ₹29,200 – 92,300 (Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial)
DSSSB Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2026 Steps to Apply
- Visit the DSSSB website.
- Register and fill the online application form.
- Upload required documents and pay the fee (if applicable).
- Submit and take a printout for future reference.
Important: Candidates must visit the official DSSSB website regularly for updates regarding the exam date, admit card, and further stages of recruitment.