NFSU Delhi Recruitment 2026: 6 Cyber Security & Digital Forensics Jobs — Who Can Apply and How
NFSU's Delhi Campus is hiring six cyber security and digital forensics posts on contract. Pay, eligibility and how to apply before the 5 July 2026 deadline.
The National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), an Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Home Affairs, is hiring for its Delhi Campus, and the latest advertisement is unusually rich for anyone building a career in cyber security or digital forensics. Under Advertisement No. NFSU_DC/2497/Admin/2025-26/Part-II (dated 26 June 2026), the University's School of Cyber Security & Digital Forensics alone has six contractual posts on offer, from faculty roles to scientific officer and lab positions. Applications close on 5 July 2026.
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At a glance
NFSU, which describes itself as the world's first university dedicated to forensic sciences, runs its Delhi Campus from the LNJN National Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science in Rohini. The advertisement covers 23 contractual posts across the University's schools; this guide focuses on the six in the School of Cyber Security & Digital Forensics, then summarises the rest.
The cyber security & digital forensics posts
| Post | Area | Vacancies | Consolidated pay (per month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | Cyber Security | 01 | ₹90,000 (Ph.D.) / ₹75,000 (NET) |
| Assistant Professor | Digital Forensics | 01 | ₹90,000 (Ph.D.) / ₹75,000 (NET) |
| Junior Scientific Officer | Cyber Security | 02 | ₹60,200 |
| Scientific Assistant | Cyber Security | 01 | ₹47,400 |
| Lab Assistant | Cyber Security | 01 | ₹34,200 |
All roles are purely on a contractual basis. The remuneration is a consolidated fixed monthly amount, not a regular pay scale.
Who can apply: eligibility by post
Assistant Professor (Cyber Security / Digital Forensics)
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Essential | Ph.D. in a relevant/allied discipline with first class in the preceding degree, plus an M.Sc./MCA/M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering, Information Security, Cloud Computing, Big Data, Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, Cyber Forensics, Network Technology, Information Technology, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, IoT Security, Robotics, or Semiconductor Security & Forensics (or a relevant discipline) with a very good academic record throughout. |
| Desirable | Experience in the relevant field; one publication in an SCI journal. |
| Pay | ₹90,000/month with a Ph.D.; ₹75,000 if UGC-NET qualified; ₹68,000 at the Lecturer level where applicable. |
Junior Scientific Officer (Cyber Security) — 2 posts
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Age | Not more than 35 years. |
| Essential | Master's degree in Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Electronics & Communication (or equivalent) with 2 years' experience in industry/government/research in cyber security and digital forensics. OR B.E./B.Tech in IT/CS/Electronics & Communication, or M.Sc.(IT)/MCA, with 5 years' experience. |
| Desirable | A relevant certification (CISSP, ISMS LA, CISA, ISA or CEH); FACT PLUS qualified. |
| Pay | ₹60,200/month. |
Scientific Assistant (Cyber Security) — 1 post
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Age | Not more than 30 years. |
| Essential | Master's degree in Cyber Security Management, Digital Forensics, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Forensic Science with specialisation in Cyber Forensics / Information Security / Network Security / Operation Technology Security / Multimedia Forensics / ICT / Artificial Intelligence / Computer Science & Engineering. OR B.E./B.Tech in IT, Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, ICT or EEE. |
| Desirable | A relevant certification (CFFI, ISMS LA, SANS, ISO 17025 or CEH); experience investigating cyber security cases. |
| Pay | ₹47,400/month. |
Lab Assistant (Cyber Security) — 1 post
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Age | Not more than 30 years. |
| Essential | Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Electronics & Communication (or equivalent) with a good academic record. |
| Desirable | Experience with digital forensics and cyber security tools and a working knowledge of networking; practical knowledge of handling laboratory equipment. |
| Pay | ₹34,200/month. |
Across all the cyber posts, adequate knowledge of English and Hindi is expected. Refer to the official advertisement for the full criteria, age relaxations and reservation details.
The wider advertisement (23 posts)
The same notice advertises 23 contractual posts across five schools. If your background is not in cyber security, the other schools may still fit:
| School | Posts on offer |
|---|---|
| Cyber Security & Digital Forensics | Assistant Professor (Cyber Security, Digital Forensics); Junior Scientific Officer, Scientific Assistant and Lab Assistant in Cyber Security |
| Behavioral Forensics | Associate Professor (Clinical Psychology, RCI); Assistant Professor (Criminology); Scientific Assistant (Forensic Psychology); Lab Assistant (Clinical Psychology) |
| Forensic Sciences | Assistant Professor (General Chemistry); Junior Scientific Officer (FPQD); Scientific Assistant (Chemistry, Toxicology, Physics, Ballistics, Biology, DNA); Lab Assistant (Forensic) |
| Law, Forensic Justice & Policy Studies | Associate Professor (Criminal Law / Procedure Law); Assistant Professor (Corporate Law) |
| Management Studies | Assistant Professor (Finance & Accounting) |
Consolidated remuneration
The notice fixes a consolidated monthly remuneration by post:
| Post | Consolidated pay (per month) |
|---|---|
| Associate Professor | ₹1,94,000 |
| Assistant Professor (with Ph.D.) | ₹90,000 |
| Assistant Professor (UGC-NET qualified) | ₹75,000 |
| Lecturer | ₹68,000 |
| Junior Scientific Officer | ₹60,200 |
| Scientific Assistant | ₹47,400 |
| Lab Assistant | ₹34,200 |
Where a suitable Ph.D.-qualified candidate is not found, the University may appoint at a lower level (Assistant Professor on NET, or Lecturer) at the corresponding lower remuneration.
How to apply
Apply online through the University's Google Form. Read the official advertisement first, because eligibility and the post you are applying for must be confirmed before you submit.
- Read the official advertisement. Download the NFSU Delhi Campus Contractual Engagement Advertisement (PDF) and confirm the post, area and eligibility that fit you.
- Fill the application form. Apply online at the University's form: forms.gle/NL7oX88yp3HiMzRn7. This is the application route given in the notice.
- Pay the application fee. ₹500 + GST, via the University's payment link: rzp.io/rzp/kpexNSD. SC/ST/PwD candidates are exempt. Keep the online transaction receipt — you must carry it to the interview.
- Submit before the deadline. The last date to apply is 5 July 2026. Check the University website regularly for updates.
- Attend the interview. Note your interview date by school (below) and carry all original documents. There is no TA/DA for attending.
Key dates, interviews and fee
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 5 July 2026 |
| Application fee | ₹500 + GST (exempt: SC, ST, PwD) |
| Mode of payment | Online via rzp.io/rzp/kpexNSD (carry the receipt) |
| Apply at | forms.gle/NL7oX88yp3HiMzRn7 |
Interviews are scheduled by school:
| Date | Schools / posts |
|---|---|
| 8 July 2026 | Forensic Sciences & Management Studies |
| 9 July 2026 | Cyber Security & Digital Forensics; Behavioral Forensics; Law, Forensic Justice & Policy Studies (faculty) |
| 16 July 2026 | Cyber Security & Digital Forensics — Junior Scientific Officer / Scientific Assistant / Lab Assistant |
| 17 July 2026 | Forensic Sciences — Junior Scientific Officer / Scientific Assistant / Lab Assistant |
| 18 July 2026 | Behavioral Forensics — Scientific Assistant |
If a large number of candidates appear, the University may hold a screening or skill test before the interview. All communication to eligible candidates is by email only.
Why this one matters
Dedicated cyber security and digital forensics openings inside a central forensic-sciences university are rare, and this notice has six of them at once, spanning the full ladder: faculty (Assistant Professor), a scientific-officer track for experienced practitioners, and entry points for early-career graduates through the Scientific Assistant and Lab Assistant roles.
For a working professional, the Junior Scientific Officer post is the standout: a master's plus two years in the field (or an engineering degree plus five) puts you in line for a ₹60,200/month role at a national institution, with recognised certifications such as CEH, CISA or CISSP listed as desirable. For a fresh graduate, the Lab Assistant role asks only for a relevant bachelor's degree and offers hands-on exposure to digital forensics tooling and lab work. And for academics, an Assistant Professor post at NFSU is a route into teaching and research at one of India's flagship forensic institutions.
These are contractual, not permanent, posts, so weigh the consolidated pay and fixed term against your plans. But as a way into the public-sector cyber and digital-forensics ecosystem in India, the School of Cyber Security & Digital Forensics at NFSU Delhi is a serious door to knock on.
Frequently asked questions
How many cyber security posts are there? Six in the School of Cyber Security & Digital Forensics: two Assistant Professor posts (Cyber Security and Digital Forensics), two Junior Scientific Officer posts, one Scientific Assistant and one Lab Assistant.
Do I need a Ph.D. for the faculty posts? A Ph.D. carries the full ₹90,000 Assistant Professor remuneration. If a suitable Ph.D. candidate is not found, the University may appoint a UGC-NET-qualified candidate at ₹75,000, or a Lecturer at ₹68,000.
Can a fresher apply? Yes, for the Lab Assistant (Cyber Security) post, which needs a relevant bachelor's degree and no mandatory experience. The Junior Scientific Officer post does require 2–5 years' experience depending on your degree.
What is the salary? Consolidated monthly pay ranges from ₹34,200 (Lab Assistant) to ₹90,000 (Assistant Professor with Ph.D.) for the cyber posts; Associate Professor posts elsewhere in the advertisement pay ₹1,94,000.
How much is the application fee? ₹500 + GST, paid online. SC, ST and PwD candidates are exempt. Carry the transaction receipt to the interview.
When is the last date to apply? 5 July 2026. Interviews for the cyber school's faculty are on 9 July and for the JSO/SA/LA posts on 16 July 2026.
Is the job permanent? No. All posts in this advertisement are on a purely contractual basis with consolidated remuneration.
Source: National Forensic Sciences University, Delhi Campus — Contractual Engagement Advertisement (No. NFSU_DC/2497/Admin/2025-26/Part-II, dated 26 June 2026). Verify eligibility, reservation and terms in the official notice and on nfsu.ac.in before applying. Applicants should rely on the official advertisement, which prevails over this summary.
Hero image: National Forensic Sciences University campus, Gandhinagar (the University's headquarters; the Delhi Campus operates from the LNJN-NICFS premises in Rohini) · Credit: Rushi Mehta, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 3.0 · source
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