Scientific Assistant and Laboratory Assistant

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has opened applications for **208 Scientific Assistant and Laboratory Assistant posts** in the state's Forensic Science Laboratory. Advertisement No. 15-Exam/2026 covers 147 Scientific Assistant vacancies and 61 Laboratory Assistant vacancies across general and special-selection categories.

Online applications opened on July 27 and close on August 17, 2026. The final date for fee reconciliation and application correction is August 24. Applicants must use their PET-2025 registration details on the UPSSSC portal; this is not an open recruitment route for candidates without a valid PET-2025 score. The [reported vacancy and eligibility breakdown](https://www.livehindustan.com/career/upsssc-forensic-science-laboratory-vacancy-2026-for-208-posts-date-eligibility-age-limit-salary-201785052549668.html) matches the dates and post totals stated in the commission notice.

## PET-2025 scores control main-exam shortlisting

Candidates need a valid, non-zero and non-negative normalized score from UPSSSC PET-2025. The commission will use that score to shortlist candidates for the main written examination. Applicants should therefore confirm that their PET registration details are available and accurate before starting the form. The main-exam date has not yet been announced.

## Science qualifications differ by subject domain

The recruitment covers Biology, Physical Science, Chemistry and Computer Science domains. Eligible qualifications vary by post and domain and include relevant BSc routes; computer-domain eligibility can include specified computer science, engineering or NIELIT qualifications. Candidates should match their degree subject and marksheet wording against the detailed advertisement instead of relying on the broad post name alone.

Scientific Assistant posts carry Pay Level 6, reported as Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400. Laboratory Assistant posts carry Pay Level 4, reported as Rs 25,500 to Rs 81,100. The age band is 21 to 40 years as of July 1, 2026, with Uttar Pradesh reservation relaxations applied under state rules. Candidates tracking other UPSSSC windows can also read the [UPSSSC Sugarcane Supervisor July application guide](https://www.pagalishor.in/articles/upsssc-sugarcane-supervisor-recruitment-july-window).

## The application charge is Rs 25

The stated online processing fee is Rs 25 for all categories. Candidates should complete the application, payment and final submission by August 17. The later August 24 date is for the specified correction and fee-reconciliation window; it should not be treated as an extension of the initial application deadline.

## Frequently asked questions

Q: How many posts are available in the UPSSSC forensic laboratory recruitment? A: There are 208 posts in total: 147 Scientific Assistant vacancies and 61 Laboratory Assistant vacancies when general and special-selection posts are combined.

Q: Can a candidate apply without PET-2025? A: No. The recruitment requires participation in PET-2025 and a valid normalized score because the commission uses PET performance for main-exam shortlisting.

Q: What is the application deadline? A: The online application and fee deadline is August 17, 2026. The correction and fee-reconciliation deadline is August 24, 2026.