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    NFSU Admission 2026 (Opened), Last Date, Merit List, Counselling

    NFSU Admission 2026 (Opened), Last Date, Merit List, Counselling

    Nikita ShawUpdated on 09 Apr 2026, 08:26 PM IST

    The National Forensic Science University has started the NFSU 2026 admission on April 9. Students can fill out the NFSU 2026 application form through the CSAS portal till June 10. The university has already released the subject-related NFSU eligibility at nfsu.ac.in. The university has cancelled the NFAT from 2026.
    Latest: NFSU Application Form 2026 Link

    This Story also Contains

    1. NFSU Admission Highlight
    2. NFSU Admission Dates 2026
    3. NFSU Admission Process 2026
    4. NFSU 2026 Eligibility Criteria
    5. NFSU 2026 Application Form
    6. NFSU Application Fee 2026
    7. NFSU Merit List 2026
    8. NFSU Counselling 2026
    NFSU Admission 2026 (Opened), Last Date, Merit List, Counselling
    NFSU Admission 2026

    From the session 2026 onwards, the NFSU CSAS admission in the PG courses like Forensic Science, Forensic Biotechnology, Criminology, Toxicology and others will be done through the CUET PG exam. While admission in UG and BSc-MSc integrated courses is done through CUET 2026. The university will conduct the counselling for admission in different courses. Aspirants are advised to read this complete article for insights into the NFSU admission process 2026.

    NFSU Admission Highlight

    Particulars

    Details

    Institution name

    NFSU

    Full name

    National Forensic Science University

    Mode of Admission

    Through the scores of CLAT, CAT, CUET, JEE, GATE, GPAT and others

    Campuses

    15

    Official website

    nfsu.ac.in

    NFSU Admission Dates 2026

    The following helps candidates track important events related to NFSU admission. Along with these dates, candidates are also advised to learn about the CUET UG and PG dates. Admission to the NFSU will be based on other national-level examinations. The NFSU will conduct the counselling based on the CUET UG, PG and other results.

    NFSU 2026 Admission Dates

    Events

    For UG courses

    For PG courses

    Release of the NFSU application in the CSAS portal

    April 9, 2026

    April 9, 2026

    Last date to fill the form through the CSAS portal

    June 10, 2026

    June 10, 2026

    Release of the merit list

    To be announced

    To be announced

    NFSU 2026 Counselling

    To be announced

    To be announced

    NFSU Admission Process 2026

    Admission to the National Forensic Science University will be based on the results of CUET UG, PG and other national-level exams.

    • Appear in the national-level exams like CUET, JEE, CAT. Or, admission is also done through the merit based.

    • Apply for the NFSU through the NFSU CSAS portal.

    • The institution will release the merit list based on the subject chosen by the candidates.

    • Counselling is conducted by the institutions for admission to different campuses.

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    NFSU 2026 Eligibility Criteria

    Students who are willing to take the NFSU admission 2026 must read the subject-wise eligibility criteria. The National Forensic Science University offers PG courses, UG courses and UG integrated courses.

    NFSU 2026 Admission Based on CUET UG

    Programme

    Admission Criteria

    Eligibility Criteria

    B.Sc.–M.Sc. Forensic Science

    CUET‑UG 2026 304-Biology/306-Chemistry/322-Physics/319- Mathematics

    Passed or appeared in 10+2 (or its equivalent) in Science, Physics / Chemistry / Biology / Mathematics with at least 55% for General/OBC (NCL)/EWS category candidates and 50% or equivalent for SC/ST and PwD category candidates.

    B.Sc. Criminology & Forensic Science

    CUET‑UG 2026 (Either of the papers‑ Chemistry 306, Biology 304, Physics 322, Mathematics 319)

    10+2 (Or its equivalent) in Science, Physics / Chemistry / Biology / Mathematics with at least 55% for General / OBC /EWS Category Candidates and 50% or equivalent for SC/ST and PwD Category Candidates.

    BBA–MBA Integrated

    CUET‑UG 2026 (Accountancy/Book Keeping-301)/ Business Studies-305/ (Computer Science/Informatics Practices - 308)/ (Economics/ Business Economics309)/(Mass Media/Mass Communication - 318)/(Core Mathematics/Applied Mathematics - 319)/General Aptitude Test-501

    Passed or appeared in 10+2 (or its equivalent) examination in any stream with at least 60% for General/OBC/EWS Category candidates and 55% or equivalent for SC/ST and PwD category candidates. Candidates appearing in the 12th Standard can apply, subject to meeting the minimum eligibility criteria in the prescribed time limit as decided by the University.

    NFSU 2026 Admission Based on CUET PG

    Programme

    Admission Criteria

    Eligibility Criteria

    M.Sc. Forensic Science

    CUET‑PG 2026 SCQP13 Forensic Science /HUQP02 Anthropology/MTQP05 Electronics, Communication, and Information Engineering/MTQP08 Nano Science Nano Technology/MTQP09 Nanoelectronics Material Sciences/SCQP03 Applied Microbiology or Microbiology/SCQP05 Biochemistry/SCQP06 Bioinformatics/SCQP07 Botany/SCQP08 Chemistry/SCQP09 Computer Science and Information Technology/SCQP10 Criminology/SCQP11 Environmental Sciences/SCQP12 Food Science and Technology/SCQP13 Forensic Science/SCQP14 Geology Earth Sciences/SCQP15 Geophysics/SCQP17 Life Science/SCQP20 Medical Laboratory Technology/SCQP22 Nanoscience/SCQP24 Physics/SCQP25 Plant Biotechnology/SCQP28 Zoology/SCQP30 Animal Science/SCQP29 Atmospheric Science/SCQP16 Horticulture/SCQP26 Soil Science/SCQP01 Agricultural Science

    Bachelor’s degree in Science / Forensic Science/ Medicine / Engineering / Pharmacy / Dentistry / Ayush with at least 55% for General/OBC (NCL)/EWS category candidates and 50% or equivalent for SC/ST and PwD category candidates.

    M.Sc. Forensic Biotechnology

    CUET‑PG 2026 HUQP02 Anthropology/MTQP08 Nano Science Nano Technology/Agricultural Science (SCQP01)/SCQP03 Applied Microbiology or Microbiology/SCQP05 Biochemistry/SCQP06 Bioinformatics/SCQP07 Botany/SCQP08 Chemistry/SCQP11 Environmental Sciences/SCQP12 Food Science and Technology/SCQP13 Forensic Science/SCQP17 Life Science/SCQP20 Medical Laboratory Technology/SCQP22 Nanoscience/Pharmacy SCQP23/SCQP25 Plant Biotechnology/SCQP28 Zoology/SCQP30 Animal Science

    Bachelor’s degree in Biology / Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Forensic Sciences / Medicine / Pharmacy / Agriculture Sciences / Environmental Sciences / Chemistry with at least 55% for General/OBC (NCL)/EWS category candidates and 50% or equivalent for SC/ST and PwD category candidates.

    M.Sc. Multimedia Forensics

    CUET‑PG 2026 SCQP13 Forensic Science/SCQP24 Physics/SCQP19 Mathematics/SCQP09 Computer Science and IT/MTQP05 Electronics, Communication & Information Engineering/MTQP04 Data Science, AI , Cyber Security & Computer Science

    Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, IT, Electronics with minimum 55% aggregate OR B.Tech. / B.E. in Computer Science, IT, Electronics & Communication with minimum 55% aggregate for General/OBC (NCL)/EWS category candidates, and 50% or equivalent for SC/ST and PwD category candidates.

    M.Sc. Cyber Security

    CUET‑PG 2026 (SCQP09)

    B.E. / B.Tech. in Computer Engineering (CE) /Technology OR Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) OR Information Technology (IT) OR Information and Communication Technology (ICT) OR Electronics and Communication (EC) OR B.Sc. (Information Technology (IT)/Computer Science (CS)/Electronics) OR Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) OR equivalent qualification from recognized University with minimum 55% (50% in case of SC/ST/PwD Candidates) at the qualifying examination.

    M.Sc. Digital Forensics & Info. Security

    CUET‑PG 2026 (SCQP09)

    B.E./B.Tech. in all Engineering/Technology Branches OR B.Sc. (Information Technology (IT)/Computer Science (CS)/Electronics) OR Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) OR B.Sc. Forensic Science in Cyber Forensics / Digital Forensics / Computer Forensics OR B.Sc. Forensic Science with Specialisation in Digital Forensics OR equivalent qualification from a recognised University with minimum 55% (50% in case of SC/ST/PWD Candidates) at the qualifying examination.

    1. For B.Sc. Forensic Science with Specialisation in Digital Forensics / Cyber Forensics / Computer Forensics, the applicant should have studied at least 4 subjects related to Digital Forensics / Computer Science / Information Technology in the Bachelor's degree.

    M.A. Clinical Psychology (RCI approved)

    CUET‑PG 2026 (HUQP20)

    4 Years B.A./B.Sc. A degree in Psychology from a university recognised by the UGC with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate. For the SC/ST category, a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate is essential, as per the GOI. The candidates who have completed their graduation programme in 3 years shall have to pass the fourth year Bridge course or the first year of the Master's Programme in psychology with

    M.Sc. Neuropsychology/ M. A. Applied Psychology/ M.Sc. Forensic Psychology

    CUET‑PG 2026 (HUQP20)

    Bachelor's degree from Arts/ Science in Psychology OR equivalent from a recognised university with minimum 55% marks in aggregate. (50% or equivalent marks for SC/ST and PwD category).

    M.A. Criminology

    CUET‑PG 2026 (SCQP10)

    Bachelor's degree from any discipline or equivalent from a recognised university with a minimum 55% marks in aggregate. (50% or equivalent marks for SC/ST and PwD category).

    M.Sc. Toxicology

    CUET‑PG 2026 SCQP11/SCQP13/SCQP17

    Bachelor’s degree in Biology / Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Forensic Sciences/ Medicine / Pharmacy / Dentistry / Ayush / Environmental Sciences / Chemistry with at least 55% or equivalent marks for General/OBC (NCL)/EWS category candidates, and 50% or equivalent marks for SC/ST and PwD category candidates

    NFSU 2026 Admission Based on Qualifying Marks

    Programme

    Admission Criteria

    Eligibility Criteria

    M.A. Mass Communication & Forensic Journalism

    Merit based on a qualifying exam in undergraduate studies

    Bachelor's degree in any stream with at least 55% for General/OBC (NCL)/EWS category candidates and 50% or equivalent for SC/ST and PwD category candidates.

    M.Sc. Nanotechnology (Specialisation in Forensic Nanotechnology)

    Merit based on the marks of the Undergraduate Qualifying Exam


    Bachelor’s degree in Science / Medicine / Engineering / Pharmacy with at least 55% for General/OBC (NCL)/EWS category candidates and 50% or equivalent for SC/ST and PwD category.

    M.Sc. Environmental Sciences (Environmental Forensics)

    Merit based on the marks of the Undergraduate Qualifying Exam


    Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or any discipline of Science (except mathematics and statistics) / B.E./B.Tech in Civil, Chemical, and Environmental Engineering and allied branches with 55% or equivalent marks (50 % or equivalent marks for SC/ST and PwD category).

    M.Sc. (Homeland Security)

    Merit based on the marks of the Undergraduate Qualifying Exam


    Bachelor’s degree in any Science stream, Medicine, Engineering or Pharmacy from a recognized university with minimum 55% or equivalent marks (50% or equivalent marks for SC/ST and PwD category).

    M.A. (Police & Security Studies)

    Merit based on the marks of the Undergraduate Qualifying Exam


    Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university with minimum 55% or equivalent marks (50% or equivalent marks for SC/ST and PwD category)

    M.Sc. Chemistry (Forensic Analytical Chemistry)

    Merit based on the marks of the Undergraduate Qualifying Exam


    Bachelor’s degree with Chemistry as one of the subjects with 55% or equivalent marks. (50% or equivalent marks for SC/ST and PwD category).

    M.Sc. Pharmaceutical Chemistry

    Merit based on the marks of the Undergraduate Qualifying Exam


    Bachelor’s degree in any discipline of Science / Pharmacy / Medicine / Engineering with minimum 55% or equivalent marks. (50 % or equivalent marks for SC/ST and PwD category)

    M.Sc. Food Technology (Specialisation in Forensic Food Analysis)

    Merit based on the marks of the Undergraduate Qualifying Exam


    Bachelor’s degree in Food Science / Technology OR Any discilpline of Science (except Mathematics and Statistics) with at least 55% for General/OBC (NCL)/EWS category candidates and 50% or equivalent for SC/ST and PwD category.

    NFSU 2026 Application Form

    The university will release the separate application link to apply for the UG and PG courses on different dates. However, the process of applying for both courses as well as for the integrated courses is the same. Follow the steps below to know the process.

    Steps to Apply for the NFSU CUET 2026 Application Form

    • Visit the NFSU official website at nfsuadm.samarth.edu.in

    • Click on the “New Registration” option

    • Enter the details

    • Then, click on the “Register” button

    • Verify your email and phone number through OTP

    • Log in using your credentials

    • Enter all the remaining details

    • Upload the documents

    • Pay the registration fees

    • Preview and confirm your selections

    • Select your course

    • Choose your preferred campus

    • Then, click on the “Submit” option

    NFSU Application Fee 2026

    Candidates who applied for the entrance examination are required to pay the NFSU 2026 application fee before the deadline. NFSU application fee payment can be made through debit/credit cards or net banking through the secure gateway of the university.

    Programme

    Fee

    All categories

    Rs. 2000

    NFSU Merit List 2026

    The university will release the NFSU merit list on its website. The NFSU 2026 merit list will be released based on the applications received on the portal. The cut-off marks for the NFSU will be decided by considering the marks obtained in the CUET UG and PG. The NFSU merit list PDF contains the names of all the selected candidates. Along with their names, application number, marks, percentile,e and date of birth will also be mentioned there.

    NFSU Counselling 2026

    Applicants qualified in the entrance examination will be eligible for the NFSU 2026 counselling process. Candidates qualified in the merit list must appear for the NFSU counselling process along with the admit card and submit all the required documents for the verification process.

    Documents to carry for NFSU 2026 Counselling

    • NFSU scorecard

    • NFSU admit card

    • Class 10 mark sheet

    • Class 12 mark sheet

    • Transfer Certificate

    • Conduct Certificate

    • Valid ID proof

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: When will the NFSU application be released?
    A:

    The university will release the NFSU admission 2026 dates on the website.

    Q: How can admission to NFSU be taken for the UG, PG and integrated courses?
    A:

    The admission in the National Forensic Science University will be done on the basis of marks obtained in the national level entrance exams such as CUET, CUET PG, NEET, JEE Main and others.

    Q: Will NFSU conduct NFAT for admission to the university?
    A:

    No, the NFSU cancelled the NFAT from the session 2026 onwards.

    Q: What is the official website of the NFSU 2026?
    A:

    Candidates can apply for admission or can check any activity for the NFSU at nfsu.ac.in.

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    Questions related to NFAT

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    Have a question related to NFAT ?

    Hi,

    National Forensic Science University has cancelled the NFAT exam from academic year 2026-27. You can go to the official website to check if CUET is mandatory and the eligibility of your desired programme.


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    Preparing for the National Forensic Admission Test (NFAT) after 12th requires a focused study plan and understanding of the test's structure. Here are some steps to help you prepare:


    1. Understand the Exam Pattern: Familiarize yourself with the NFAT exam structure, including the types of questions, subjects covered,

    The basic and main criteria for getting admission here is to have minimum 60 percent in 12th standard and 55-60 percet in graduation. There are many other entrance exams also like GATE, CLAT etc and you can apply offline also For the NFSU entrance exam for a BTech-MTech program in

    Hello Aspirant , Hope your doing great . As per your query , For NFAT UG exam 2024 cutoff was in cyber security of Btech  for Unerservered category theexpected cutoff is  80-60, for OBC is 70-50, for EWS is 65-45 , for SC is  60-40, for ST is 55-35, for

    Hello aspirant,

    Following is the eligibility criteria for NFAT:

    1) Candidates must be Indian citizens.

    2) Applicants must earn a minimum of 55% in the general category during their bachelor's degree completion.

    3) Students in the SC, ST, and PwBD categories must receive a minimum of 50%.

    For more information