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Senior Scientific Officer (Explosive)

Haryana Public Service Commission — Senior Scientific Officers (Explosive, Scene of Crime, Toxicology, Psychology, NDPS, DNA, Ballistics, Lie-Detection)

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Qualification

Graduate Degree - Science

Location

Haryana - Kamal, Haryana - Kamal

Category

State Government

Description

Qualification: Graduate Degree - Science, Post Graduate Degree - Forensic Science / Chemistry. Streams: Forensic Science, Explosives, Chemistry, Applied Physics. Department: Forensic Science Laboratory, Madhuban, Kamal, Haryana.

Required Skills

Forensic Science

Application Fee

Category	Fee
PH / Ex-Servicemen	Free

Recruitment Timeline

Notification Date18 Apr 2024

Notification Date

18 Apr 2024

Related Updates (2)

Update

15 Apr 2025

Hpsc Sso Dna 2025 Interview Schedule

The Haryana Public Service Commission has re-evaluated documents of candidates for Senior Scientific Officer (DNA) post after a High Court order, and declared 10 candidates ineligible, reaffirming prior rejections dated 06.09.2024 and 22.10.2024. No further notice will be issued to these candidates.

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Additional Information

Exam Pattern

Subject Knowledge Test

Duration Hours

Total Marks

150

Type

Subjective

Language

English

Passing Criteria

Minimum 35% marks required to qualify for interview

Weightage

87.5

Interview

Weightage

12.5

Selection Process

Syllabus Structure

Explosive

Topics

Introduction to Forensic Science
Crime Scene Management
Forensic Statistics
Analytical Chemistry
Spectroscopic Techniques
Chromatography and Electrophoresis
Basic Organic Chemistry
Arson and Burning Cases
Explosives: History, Classification, Power, Reactions
Post Blast Analysis
Explosives Act

Scene Of Crime

Topics

Crime Scene Management
Crime Theories & Types
Related Laws (CrPC, Evidence Act, IPC)
Forensic Science Definition & History
Crime Scene Documentation & Reconstruction
Pattern Evidence Analysis
Report Writing & Court Testimony
Crime Detection Devices
Important Organizations

Toxicology

Topics

Introduction to Toxicology
Analytical Chemistry
Collection & Preservation of Biological Evidence
Qualitative & Quantitative Analysis
Solvent Extraction
Spectroscopy & Microscopy
Chromatography
Analysis of Poisons & Drugs
Forensic Pharmacology
Alkaloids
Chemical Foundations

Ndps

Topics

Introduction to Forensic Science & Crime Scene
Analytical Chemistry
Statistical Analysis
Chemical Periodicity
Qualitative Analysis
Solvent Extraction
Chromatography & Electrophoresis
Spectrophotometry
Extraction of Alkaloids & Drugs
Medicinal Chemistry
NDPS Act, 1985
Narcotic Drugs & Psychotropic Substances
Controlled Substances
Plant Analysis

Dna

Topics

Examination of Biological Evidences
Genetics & Genome Organization
Mutations & Repair
DNA & Molecular Genetics
Molecular Biology Techniques
Forensic DNA Analysis
DNA Extraction & Quantification
STR Genotyping
Non-human DNA Testing
Forensic Botany

Ballistics

Topics

Introduction to Forensic Science & Crime Scene
Basic Statistics
Expert Testimony
Metric System & Measuring Devices
Laser Physics
Mechanics & Fluid Mechanics
Spectroscopic Techniques
Firearms Characteristics & Classification
Ammunition Construction
Internal & External Ballistics
Terminal Ballistics
Firearm Identification
GSR Analysis
Range Determination
Microscopy & IBIS
Arms Act, 1959

Psychology

Topics

Foundations of Psychology
Research Methods
Human Development
Sensation & Perception
Learning
Memory
Thinking & Problem Solving
Motivation & Emotion
Intelligence & Aptitude
Personality
Attitude, Values, Interests
Language & Communication
Modern Contemporary Psychology
Psychological Measurement
Mental Disorders & Therapeutic Approaches
Work Psychology
Educational Psychology
Community Psychology
Rehabilitation Psychology
Disadvantaged Groups
Social Integration
IT & Mass Media
Economic Development
Environment & Technology
Other Fields (Military, Sports, Media, Terrorism, Gender)

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