RTMNU M.Sc Forensic Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Yes, students from other universities can apply but seats are very limited. Out of 20 total seats, 18 are reserved for RTMNU B.Sc Forensic Science graduates. One seat is reserved for candidates from other Maharashtra universities and one for candidates from outside Maharashtra. If reserved seats go unfilled they are reallocated to RTMNU graduates.

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year M.Sc Forensic Sciences programme at RTMNU is INR 27,000. Backward class students are exempt from tuition fee under the Maharashtra government free studentship scheme. A processing charge of INR 1,000 is deducted if a student cancels admission before the last date and applies for a refund. Examination fees for each semester are payable separately.

Ans. Yes, CUET-PG conducted by the National Testing Agency is the mandatory entrance examination for postgraduate admissions at RTMNU. Candidates must register separately for CUET-PG, appear for the exam, and then apply on the RTMNU admission portal after results are declared. Admission is based on merit derived from the CUET-PG score and academic performance.

Ans. Students must secure a minimum of 40% marks separately in theory, practical, and seminar components in each semester to be considered as passed. The programme follows a choice-based credit system with four semesters. The minimum qualifying grade is Grade E in the 10-point grading scale adopted by the university for all postgraduate programmes.

Ans. Graduates can work as forensic scientists or crime laboratory analysts with state police forensic science laboratories, Central Bureau of Investigation, and Central Forensic Science Laboratories across India. Other career roles include fingerprint expert, document examiner, digital forensics analyst, and forensic consultant. Teaching and research positions at forensic science institutes and universities are also accessible after this degree.

Ans. RTMNU has separate hostel facilities for male and female postgraduate students on the main campus. Students enrolled in M.Sc Forensic Sciences are eligible to apply for on-campus hostel accommodation. Hostel charges are paid separately and are not included in the INR 27,000 course fee. Applications for hostel are submitted directly to the university hostel administration.