MPSC Mizoram Junior Scientific Officer (JSO) Recruitment 2026 – 12 Posts | Advt No. 18 of 2026-27 (Apply by 27.08.2026)
Mizoram Public Service Commission (MPSC), Aizawl invites online applications for the Direct Recruitment Examination for the post of Junior Scientific Officer (JSO) in the Directorate of Forensic Science Laboratory, Home Department, Government of Mizoram, vide Advertisement No. 18 of 2026-27 dated 24.07.2026.
Post Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|
| Name of Post | Junior Scientific Officer (JSO) |
| Department | Directorate of Forensic Science Laboratory, Home Department |
| Classification | Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted) |
| No. of Posts | 12 (twelve) |
| Pay Scale | Level-7 in the Pay Matrix |
Specialization-wise Vacancies
| Specialization | Posts |
|---|
| JSO (DNA) | 03 |
| JSO (Fingerprint) | 03 |
| JSO (Chemistry) | 02 |
| JSO (Ballistics & Toolmarks) | 01 |
| JSO (Questioned Documents) | 01 |
| JSO (Photography) | 01 |
| JSO (Cyber Forensic) | 01 |
| Total | 12 |
JSO conducts scientific examination and analysis of forensic exhibits in the respective division (DNA, Fingerprint, Chemistry, Ballistics & Toolmarks, Questioned Documents, Photography, Cyber Forensics); attends crime scenes for identification, documentation, collection and preservation of evidence; maintains chain of custody; operates forensic instruments; prepares scientific reports; assists investigating agencies; and deposes as expert witness in courts.
Educational Qualifications (Specialization-wise)
- JSO (DNA): M.Sc. Forensic Science OR M.Sc. Human Genetics OR M.Sc. Biotechnology OR M.Sc. Biochemistry OR M.Sc. Microbiology OR M.Sc. Genetics / Molecular Biology.
- JSO (Fingerprint): M.Sc. Forensic Science.
- JSO (Chemistry): M.Sc. Forensic Science OR M.Sc. Chemistry OR M.Sc. Biochemistry.
- JSO (Ballistics & Toolmarks): M.Sc. Forensic Science OR M.Sc. Physics OR M.Sc. Mathematics / Applied Mathematics OR B.E. (Civil/Mechanical).
- JSO (Questioned Documents): M.Sc. Forensic Science.
- JSO (Photography): M.Sc. Forensic Science (Digital/Multimedia specialization) OR B.E./B.Tech. or above in Computer Science or Electronics.
- JSO (Cyber Forensic): M.Sc. (Cyber/Digital Forensics) OR M.Sc. Forensic Science (Digital/Cyber specialization) OR B.Tech. (Cyber/Digital Forensics) OR MCA/M.Sc. IT OR B.E. and above in Computer Science.
- Desirable for all: Working experience in a recognized forensic science laboratory.
Eligibility Conditions
- Age (as on 01.08.2026): Minimum 18 years and maximum 30 years. Upper age limit relaxable up to 5 years for ST/SC candidates.
- Computer Proficiency: As prescribed by Mizoram Group 'A', 'B' & 'C' posts Service/Recruitment (Amendment) Rules, 2023.
- Mizo Language Proficiency: Pass mark in qualifying test required (exempted for those who studied Mizo in Class-X or opted Mizo as MIL outside Mizoram).
Application Fee
Fee payment through UPI / online as prescribed by MPSC; fee once paid is non-refundable. Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are exempted from payment of application fees.
Important Dates
- Last date for online application: 27.08.2026 up to 4:00 PM
- Applicants must register on the one-time-registration portal and submit their application well in advance.
How to Apply
- Visit the MPSC online portal mpsconline.mizoram.gov.in.
- Register on the one-time-registration (OTR) portal if not already registered.
- Fill the application, make payment and upload mandatory documents (marksheets & certificates HSLC and above, computer proficiency proof, Mizo language proof, SC/ST certificate if applicable, proof of date of birth).
- Verify that the application is actually submitted after payment. Last date for submission: 27.08.2026 upto 4:00 PM.
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