Sources:“A Closer Look On Forensic Science“ written by Archana Singh

INTRODUCTION

Due to increase in crime rate and criminals, the scope of Forensic Science is increased. There are lots of job opportunities in the field of Forensic Science

JOB PROFILES

Below are some of the top designations in the field of forensic science:

Crime Analyst
Legal counselors
Forensic Expert
Forensic Scientist
Forensic Odontologist
Teacher / Professor
Handwriting Expert
Crime Scene Investigator
Forensic Engineer
Forensic Architects
Forensic Psychiatrist
Crime Reporter
Forensic Toxicologist
Forensic Serologist

Top Recruiting Areas

Colleges and Universities,
Police department,
Research Laboratories,
Hospitals,
Pharmaceutical Companies, etc.

Some places where one can find a job are given below:

Intelligence Bureau (IB)
Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
Central Govt. Forensic Sciences Labs
Law Firms
Private Detective Agencies
Hospitals
Police Department
Quality Control Bureau
Universities
Banks
Defense/Army

Salary

After completing a qualification in forensic science, the starting salary is between Rs. 3 Lac to Rs. 4 Lac per annum. With experience, professionals can earn Rs 6 Lac to Rs 8 Lacs per year.

In abroad, you can earn the average salary of $55,040 per year.