About the Institution
The Uttar Pradesh State Institute of Forensic Sciences (UPSIFS), Lucknow, has invited applications for the engagement of Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, and Teaching Associates on a contractual basis across its Schools of Law, Cyber Security & Digital Forensics, and Forensic Science.
Type / Nature of Opportunity
Academic and Legal Faculty Opportunity (Contractual)
Positions Available
- Associate Professor
- Assistant Professor
- Teaching Associate
Location
UPSIFS, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Areas / Domains
School of Law, Forensic Justice & Policy Studies
Specializations include:
- Cyber and Information Technology Law
- Criminal Law
- Corporate and Commercial Law
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Constitutional Law
- Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
School of Cyber Security & Digital Forensics
Specializations include:
- Cyber Security
- Digital Forensics
- Network Security & Forensics
- Web Application Security & Forensics
- Mobile Forensics
- Audio & Video Forensics
- Computer Forensics
- IoT & AI Forensics
- Biometrics
- Artificial Intelligence
- Internet of Things
- Cryptography
- Mobile & Web Application Development
- Quantum Technology
Eligibility Criteria
Associate Professor (School of Law, Forensic Justice & Policy Studies)
- Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Master’s Degree in Law with minimum 55% marks or equivalent
- Minimum 8 years of teaching/research experience
- At least 5 publications in Peer-Reviewed/UGC-listed journals
Preferred:
- Experience in Cyber Law, Criminal Law, Corporate & Commercial Law, ADR
- Legal Research, Moot Court, Drafting & Pleading experience
- Ph.D. guidance experience
Assistant Professor (School of Law, Forensic Justice & Policy Studies)
- Master’s Degree in Law with at least 60% marks
- Ph.D. in relevant discipline (mandatory)
- NET or equivalent qualification preferred
- Research publications preferred
Teaching Associate (School of Law, Forensic Justice & Policy Studies)
- Master’s Degree in Law with at least 60% marks
- NET or equivalent qualification mandatory
- Ph.D./JRF preferred
- Research publications preferred
Mode of Work
Offline / On-Campus
Selected candidates will be required to work at the UPSIFS campus in Lucknow.
Salary / Remuneration
Associate Professor & Assistant Professor
- Salary as per applicable UGC/AICTE pay scales (Basic + DA consolidated)
Teaching Associate
- Consolidated remuneration of ₹57,700 per month
- No additional benefits such as HRA will be provided
Important Dates and Timelines
- Notification Date: 10 June 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 28 June 2026
Application Process
Application Fee
- ₹1,000 per application (non-refundable)
Online Application Portal
Selection Procedure
- Candidates will be shortlisted by the Scrutiny Committee of the Institute.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
- Interview schedule will be notified on the Institute website.
- Interviews will be conducted in person at UPSIFS, Lucknow.
- Requests for online interviews will not be entertained.
Important Notes
- All appointments are purely contractual and need-based.
- The medium of instruction for all courses will be English.
- Candidates must produce original documents relating to educational qualifications, experience, and other eligibility requirements during the interview.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Selected candidates are expected to join at the earliest.
- All communications will be made through the registered email address.
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