Forensic Science Universities

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NFSU Gandhinagar Campus

National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) is the country's first and only Institution of National Importance dedicated to forensic and investigative sciences. It was created by an Act of Parliament in 2020, building on the foundation of the Gujarat Forensic Sciences University (GFSU) established in 2009. GFSU was the first university anywhere in the world devoted exclusively to forensic studies, and the NFSU Act extended that mandate nationally.

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NFSU Delhi Campus

Rohini, Delhi

Central

The Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan National Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science was established by the Government of India in 1972 under the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D) following the recommendations of the UGC to promote education and research in Criminology and Forensic Science. Inspired by the UNESCO Symposium held in London in 1955, the institute played an important role in bringing forensic and criminological studies into mainstream university education. Initially started as a training institute for officers of the criminal justice system, it later expanded its activities in research, professional training, and academic development. Over the years, thousands of officers from police, judiciary, forensic laboratories, defense forces, and civil administration — including participants from several foreign countries — have received specialized training from the institute. In 1991, the institute was upgraded to a National Institute and was later renamed after Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan. In 2020, after the establishment of National Forensic Sciences University as an Institution of National Importance, the institute became the Delhi Campus of NFSU. Today, the Delhi Campus offers a wide range of programmes in Forensic Science, Criminology, Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, Forensic Psychology, Forensic Accounting, Investigative Science, and related disciplines at undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, certificate, and doctoral levels. Popular programmes include M.Sc. Forensic Science, M.Sc. Cyber Security, M.Sc. Digital Forensics and Information Security, integrated courses in Criminology and Forensic Science, as well as various professional diploma and training programmes for working professionals. The campus is equipped with modern laboratories, advanced instrumentation facilities, and research centers that support practical learning and innovation in forensic and allied sciences.

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NFSU Dharwad Campus

Dharwad, Karnataka

Central

The National Forensic Sciences University Dharwad Campus is the first campus of the university established in South India, marking an important step in expanding forensic science education across the country. The establishment of this campus fulfilled the long-standing vision of bringing specialized education and research opportunities in forensic science, cybersecurity, criminology, and allied fields to students in the southern region of India. Situated in Dharwad, a prominent educational and administrative city in the north-western part of Karnataka, the campus is surrounded by a strong academic environment. Dharwad is widely known for its educational institutions and cultural heritage, making it an ideal location for higher studies and research. The campus aims to provide quality education, advanced laboratory facilities, practical training, and industry-oriented programs that prepare students for careers in forensic investigation, law enforcement, cyber security, and criminal justice systems. The Dharwad Campus also focuses on promoting research, innovation, and skill development in emerging areas of forensic and behavioral sciences. Through modern infrastructure, experienced faculty members, and collaborations with government agencies and industry experts, the campus is steadily developing into a major center for forensic education and professional training in South India.

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NFSU Bhopal Campus

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

Central

The National Forensic Sciences University Bhopal Campus was inaugurated on 22 August 2022 by the Hon’ble Union Home Minister of India in the presence of the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, the Vice Chancellor of NFSU, and several distinguished dignitaries from both the Central and State Governments. Soon after its inauguration, the campus became operational and began functioning from the temporary premises of the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) located at Village Barkhera Bonder on the Super Corridor near the Indore Bypass Road.

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NFSU Goa Campus

Ponda, Goa

Central

The National Forensic Sciences University Goa Campus is located in the scenic town of Ponda in the coastal state of Goa. It was inaugurated on 14 October 2021 by the Hon’ble Union Minister of Home Affairs, India, and soon became a fully functional academic institution.

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Banaras Hindu University

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Central

The Centre of Forensic Science was established in 2014 and has been offering the M.Sc. Forensic Science programme since the academic session 2014–15. The course is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and practical training in various areas of forensic science through a multidisciplinary approach.

Panjab University

Chandigarh, Chandigarh

State

The Panjab University Department of Forensic Science, formerly known as the Institute of Forensic Science and Criminology (IFSC), was established in the academic session 2009–2010 with the aim of promoting education and research in forensic science and criminology. In January 2026, the institute was officially renamed as the Department of Forensic Science (DFS). The department focuses on the scientific application of knowledge to legal investigations while also studying crime, criminal behavior, and the criminal justice system from a social and scientific perspective.

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Amity Institute of Forensic Sciences

Noida, Uttar Pradesh

Private

The Amity University established the Amity Institute of Forensic Sciences (AIFS) with the vision of providing quality education and professional training in the field of forensic science. The foundation of the institution was inspired by the vision of Dr. Ashok K. Chauhan, Founder of the Ritnand Balved Education Foundation (RBEF), who aimed to create a world-class center for knowledge and academic excellence. Established under the Amity University Uttar Pradesh Act, 2005, the institute focuses on developing skilled forensic professionals through a combination of theoretical learning and practical exposure.

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Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan National Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science

New Delhi, Delhi

Institute

The Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan National Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science (LNJN NICFS) sits under the Ministry of Home Affairs and is one of India''s most senior centres for police training in scientific investigation. Established in 1971 as the Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science and renamed in 1991 after Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan, it serves both as a teaching institution and as a principal training arm for the central and state police forces in modern investigative methods.

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Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya

Sagar, Madhya Pradesh

Central

Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya is a central university in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, named after its founder Sir Hari Singh Gour, the jurist and educationist who endowed his personal fortune to establish what was originally the University of Saugor in 1946. It was made a central university by Act of Parliament in 2009.