“Every contact leaves a trace.”— Dr. Edmond Locard, pioneer of forensic science
The Institute of Forensic Science offers a wide range of programmes including B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Forensic Science with specializations in Questioned Documents, Fingerprints and Biometrics, Digital and Cyber Forensics, Forensic Physics & Ballistics, Forensic Chemistry & Toxicology, and Forensic Biology, Serology & DNA Fingerprinting. It also offers postgraduate diploma courses and plans to introduce short-term professional courses.
The institute is a constituent college of Dr. Homi Bhabha State University, Mumbai, and is located in the historic Institute of Science campus. The campus blends heritage architecture with modern infrastructure including advanced laboratories and libraries.
Academically, the institute consists of seven multidisciplinary departments: Forensic Science, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Psychology, Digital & Cyber Forensics, and Law. The goal is to create industry-ready professionals capable of supporting criminal justice systems, corporates, and financial institutions.
The institute achieved a B+ Grade in its NAAC evaluation, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence and continuous improvement. NEP-2020 has been implemented from the academic session 2023–24, introducing a flexible credit-based curriculum. The CBCS system allows students to choose interdisciplinary subjects and build dynamic career pathways aligned with modern industry needs.
Our Mission
Educate and train professionals to combat modern crime through scientific rigour, ethics and legal understanding.
Our Vision
To become a global forensic excellence hub advancing research, casework and justice.
Research
DNA, cyber forensics and toxicology innovation supporting evidence-led justice.
Casework
Supporting law enforcement and the justice system through scientific analysis.
Dr. Homi Bhabha State University
The Institute of Forensic Science is a constituent college of Dr. Homi Bhabha State University (HBSU), Mumbai — established in 2019 as the first cluster university of the Government of Maharashtra. The University brings together several heritage institutions of the State under one academic umbrella.
| Chancellor | Shri Jishnu Dev Varma |
|---|---|
| Acting Vice-Chancellor | Prof. Ravindra Kulkarni |
| Registrar | Prof. Vilas Padhye |
| Constituent Colleges | Institute of Science · Elphinstone College · Sydenham College · SIMSREE · Secondary Training College · Institute of Forensic Science |