NFAT 2025 new exam dates out for admission to forensic science courses

NFSU 2025 Admissions: The computer-based entrance test for admission to various undergraduate, postgraduate, and PG diploma courses will be held in multiple shifts.

The NFAT 2025 will conducted on June 28 and 29 in three shifts. (Representational image: Freepik)
The NFAT 2025 will conducted on June 28 and 29 in three shifts. (Representational image: Freepik)

Suviral Shukla | June 16, 2025 | 12:38 PM IST

The National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) has announced the new exam dates for the NF Admission Test (NFAT) 2025 today. As per the new schedule, the test will be conducted on June 28 and 29 in multiple shifts.

Earlier, the NFAT 2025 exam for admission to various undergraduate, postgraduate and postgraduate diploma courses in forensic science and related fields was scheduled for June 8 and 9. However, the university has rescheduled the exam, citing technical difficulties.

The pen and paper-based test will be conducted in three shifts. The first shift will be held from 9 am to 10:30 am, while the second session will take place from 1 pm to 2:30 pm and the third shift will be from 5 pm to 6:30 pm.

The university has not announced the new date to release the NFAT 2025 admit card as earlier, the exam hall ticket was supposed to be issued on June 5.

As per the marking scheme, candidates will be awarded one mark for each correct answer, whereas 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong response.

Notably, no marks will be provided for un-answered or un-attempted questions.

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NFAT 2025 Exam Rescheduled: Syllabus

Candidates can check the entrance exam syllabus for admission to few courses from the table given below.

Post Graduate Programme

Syllabus of NFSU 2025

MSc Forensic Science

Physics, Chemistry, Biology and the Basics of Forensic Science

MSc Multimedia Forensics

Physics, Chemistry, Basic Forensic Science, Computer Science, and Electronics. IT and logical reasoning.

MTech Cyber Security

The syllabus is divided into two parts:


1. 60 % would include Networking, Operating Systems, Data Structure, Assembly Language, Programming Concepts (C, C++, Java, .Net, Python etc.), Database Management Systems, Internet Technology, Digital Electronics, Web Development Technology, Emerging Trends and Technology, Software Engineering, System Analysis and Design, Computer Organization and Architecture, Digital Logic Design, System Design, Theory of Computation.


2. 40% would include Reasoning, English Grammar, General Knowledge and General Awareness. The standard of questions will be of graduation level.

MTech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (Specialisation in Cyber Security)


M.Tech Civil Engineering

The entrance test will be based on the bachelor-level syllabus of civil engineering.

M.Phil Clinical Psychology

Syllabus for M.Phil. The Clinical Psychology entrance exam will cover different areas like General Psychology, Systems of Psychology, Personality, Psychopathology, Psychotherapy, Social Psychology, Biological Psychology, Psychological Measurement, Research Methodology and Statistics.

M.Sc Homeland Security

General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning, Mathematical Aptitude, Data Interpretation, Basics of Computer application, Overview of National Security, Indian Security Forces, Police Organization & Functioning, History of Terrorism & Insurgency in India, Current affairs, Governance, and Disaster Management.

M.Sc Forensic Biotechnology

Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Basics of Forensic Science

M.Sc Food Technology

Entrance tests will be based on the bachelor-level syllabus of Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Food Science, and Forensic Science.

M.Sc Forensic Nanotechnology

Entrance tests will be based on the bachelor-level syllabus of Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Food Science, and Forensic Science.

M.Sc Clinical Psychology

The entrance test will be based on the General Psychology, Research Methodology and Statistics.

M.A Mass Communication and Journalism (with Specialisation in Forensic Journalism)

60% would consist of General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning and Aptitude, Mathematical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Communication etc.

40% will be related to Journalism, General Trends of Mass Communication, Print Media, Electronic Media, Social Media, Media Laws etc.

M.A. Police & Security Studies

General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning, Mathematical Aptitude, Data Interpretation, Basics of Computer application, Overview of National Security, Indian Security Forces, Police Organization & Functioning, History of Terrorism & Insurgency in India, Current affairs, Governance, and Disaster Management.

M.Sc Neuropsychology

Entrance test will be based on General Psychology, Research Methodology and Statistics.

MA Criminology

The candidates are required to appear in the Entrance Test consisting of 100 multiple choice questions (MCQ) carrying a total of 100 marks from the subjects Criminology, Sociology, Social Psychology, Social Work- related areas.

M.Sc Toxicology

Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Basics of Forensic Science

MBA Cyber Security Management

The entrance examination for the admission to MBA program will be conducted by NFSU. The syllabus of the entrance test is divided into two parts.

60% would consist of General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning and Aptitude, Mathematical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Communication etc.

40% will be related to Fundamentals of Management subjects namely Principles of Management, Financial Management, Marketing Management, Human Resource Management, Strategic Management, Business Statistics, and Business Communication.

M.Sc Forensic Psychology

The entrance test will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 100 marks from the subjects of General Psychology, Research Methodology and Statistics.

B.A. - M.A. Criminology

The candidates shall be required to appear in the Entrance Test consisting of 100 multiple choice questions (MCQ) carrying a total of 100 marks from the English Language Comprehension, Analytical abilities, and General Knowledge.

MBA Hospital and Healthcare Management

The entrance examination for the admission to MBA program will be conducted by NFSU. The syllabus of the entrance test is divided into two parts.

  1. 60% would consist of General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning and Aptitude, Mathematical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Communication etc.

  2. 40% will be related to Fundamentals of Management subjects namely Principles of Management, Financial Management, Marketing Management, Human Resource Management, Strategic Management, Business Statistics, and Business Communication.

M.Pharm Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance

The entrance test will be based on the bachelor-level syllabus of Pharmacy.

LLB Hons

English Language Comprehension, Analytical Abilities, Legal Awareness & Aptitude and General Knowledge.

M. Tech. Robotics and Automation


  1. 60% of the total questions would be based on topics related to Computer Science, Networking, Robotics & Automation.

  2. 40% of questions would be based on Reasoning, English Grammar, General knowledge and General Awareness.

M.Sc Chemistry

Entrance tests will be based on the bachelor-level syllabus of Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Food Science, and Forensic Science.

BBA MBA Integrated

General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning and Aptitude, Mathematical, Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Communication, etc.

M.Sc. Environmental Science (with specialisation in Environmental Forensics)

Entrance tests will be based on the bachelor-level syllabus of Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Food Science, and Forensic Science.

M. Tech. Applied Data Science and Artificial Intelligence


  1. 60% of the total questions would be based on topics related to Computer Science, Programming, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence.

  2. 40% of questions would be based on Reasoning, English Grammar, General Knowledge and General Awareness.

M.Pharma Forensic Pharmacy

The entrance test will be based on bachelor level syllabus of the Pharmacy

M.Sc Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Entrance tests will be based on the bachelor-level syllabus of Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Food Science, and Forensic Science.


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