Alumni of Goa’s Forensic Science fraternity have urged the Home De partment to prioritise MSc Forensic Science graduates in the recently announced recruitment for posts in the Forensic Science Lab oratory (FSL) and Scene of Crime (SOC) units. In a letter addressed to the Secretary, Home De partment, the graduates pointed out that Goa, being home to the National Fo rensic Sciences University (NFSU), produces a large number of qualified foren sic professionals each year. However, despite their specialised training, many remain unemployed or underutilised as recruit ment often favours gener al science postgraduates over forensic science spe cialists. The alumni highlighted that forensic science grad uates undergo intensive academic and field train ing in forensic biology, chemistry, toxicology, bal listics, digital forensics, and crime scene manage ment. “These graduates are uniquely equipped to handle evidence scientif ically, maintain the chain of custody, apply analyti cal techniques, and inter pret findings that aid law enforcement and the judi ciary,” they stated. They further argued that prioritizing candi dates with forensic sci ence backgrounds would enhance the scientific ac curacy and credibility of investigations undertaken by the Goa FSL and CSI units. “While general M.Sc. graduates may possess theoretical knowledge, fo rensic science postgradu ates bring domain-specific expertise vital for reliable forensic analysis,” the let ter added. Expressing concern that NFSU-trained profession als are often overlooked, the alumni noted that this not only deprives qualified candidates of suitable em ployment but also under mines the state’s capacity to ensure high standards in forensic work. The alumni body urged the Home Department to give first preference to MSc Forensic Science graduates for all foren sic-related positions and promote the recruitment of NFSU Goa-trained pro fessionals.
Goa Forensic Alumni Urge Home Dept to Prioritise MSc Forensic Science Graduates in FSL Recruitment
