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NAAC Accredited · UGC 12(B) · AICTE Approved

DBFS
School of Science

Department of Biochemistry & Forensic Sciences — fourteen specialised programmes shaping the next generation of forensic scientists, biochemists, toxicologists and digital-forensic experts.

2006
Established
14
Programmes
25+
Specialised Labs
A++
NAAC
M.Sc. · 2-Year Postgraduate

Seven specialised
M.Sc. programmes.

Two-year postgraduate tracks across Forensic Science, Biochemistry, Toxicology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Cyber Security, Clinical Embryology & Medical Lab Technology — built around live casework, instrumentation training and industry placement.

B.Sc. Eligibility 4 Semesters Live Casework Internship
Integrated · 5-Year · NEP 2020

From Class XII
to Master's — in one continuous track.

Four flagship 5-year integrated programmes — enter after 10+2 and graduate with a full Master's degree. Multi-entry / multi-exit framework aligned with NEP 2020.

10+2 Entry UG + PG Continuous Multi Entry/Exit Save 1 Year
Doctoral Research · Ph.D.

Pursue a Ph.D.
that moves science forward.

Six doctoral research tracks under faculty mentorship — full-time or part-time, with UGC-CARE / Scopus / Web of Science publication support and access to 25+ specialised laboratories.

06
Doctoral Tracks
12
Active Scholars
02
DBFS Journals
25+
Research Labs
01 / 04
About DBFS

A young department
with a serious purpose.

The Department of Biochemistry & Forensic Science (DBFS) at Gujarat University is a dynamic and interdisciplinary department established in August 2006 in collaboration with the Directorate of Forensic Science (DFS), Gandhinagar. It started with the first M.Sc. Forensic Science programme in Western India.

It has now evolved into a full-fledged department offering 14 specialised programmes — integrating science, technology, healthcare and justice to prepare professionals for impactful careers in research, diagnostics, forensic investigation and emerging scientific fields.

Est. Aug 2006 14 Programmes 25+ Labs DFS Partnership
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Vision

"To be the nation's finest centre for nurturing competent, credible and ethical scientists who serve truth, justice and human well-being."

Recognised, both nationally and internationally, as a centre of excellence where rigorous science is practised in the service of society.

Mission
  • Enhance academic excellence through balanced teaching and research.
  • Adopt innovative teaching methods promoting creativity and critical thinking.
  • Review curriculum regularly against international benchmarks.
  • Nurture vibrant doctoral and post-doctoral research culture.
  • Build durable partnerships with industry, government and the judiciary.
Core Values & Motto

"Science in Service of Truth, Justice and Society"

Whether the work is the molecular dissection of a metabolic pathway, the toxicological screening of a forensic exhibit, or the optimisation of an embryo-culture protocol — the underlying purpose is the same: to use the rigour of science to discover what is true, to defend what is just, and to serve the well-being of society.

Best Practices
Outcome-based curriculum
Instrumentation-first pedagogy
Live casework internships
Research-led teaching
Ethics & wellness modules
Continuous skill building
Doctoral mentorship
IQAC oversight
Specialisation in Science

Integrated, M.Sc. & Ph.D.
One scientific mission.

Each specialisation pairs rigorous foundational science with hands-on instrumentation, live casework and industry collaboration — so graduates step out of DBFS already job-ready.

5-YEAR
Integrated · 01

Integrated M.Sc.
Cyber Security

Five-year integrated UG–PG programme entered after Class XII. NEP 2020 multi-entry, multi-exit framework — full Master's in one continuous track.

10+2 Entry UG + PG NEP 2020
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M.Sc. · 02

Cyber Sec. & Forensics

Digital forensics, malware analysis, ethical hacking and network security — with State Cyber Cell collaboration on real cases.

Digital Forensics Pen-Test Malware
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M.Sc. · 03

Forensic Science

DNA profiling, ballistics, questioned documents and crime-scene reconstruction — with live casework at DFS Gandhinagar and FSL Ahmedabad.

DNA Ballistics Documents
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M.Sc. · 04

Biochemistry

Molecular biology, enzymology, metabolomics and clinical biochemistry — bridging fundamental life-science research with diagnostic application.

Molecular Clinical Enzymology
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M.Sc. · 05

Toxicology

Forensic, clinical, environmental and industrial toxicology — analytical screening, drug-of-abuse profiling and risk assessment.

Forensic Clinical Environmental
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M.Sc. · 06

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Drug discovery, formulation, quality control, pharmacognosy and regulatory affairs — aligned with NABL and pharma-industry standards.

QC/QA Pharmacognosy Regulatory
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M.Sc. · 07

Clinical Embryology & ART

In-vitro fertilisation, ICSI, pre-implantation genetic testing and cryopreservation — clinical IVF lab paired with Nova IVF internships.

IVF · ICSI PGT Cryo
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M.Sc. · 08

Medical Lab Technology

Haematology, microbiology, clinical pathology and biochemistry — aligned with NABL ISO 15189 standards and Metropolis-style diagnostic networks.

Haematology Microbiology Pathology
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06 Tracks
Doctoral · 09

Ph.D. Programmes

Six doctoral research tracks across all DBFS specialisations. UGC 2022 regulations, active scholarships, supervised by core faculty.

Forensic Biochem +4 more
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Nine programmes across the academic ladder
Integrated M.Sc. (5-year) · 7 M.Sc. specialisations · 6 Ph.D. doctoral tracks.
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Research Output

DBFS Research Journals

Two peer-reviewed international journals published by the department — open platforms for original research, case studies and reviews from across the global scientific community.

Peer-Reviewed
Journal 01 · Open Access

IJCERB

International Journal of Clinical Embryology & Reproductive Biology

Original research, clinical studies, reviews and case reports across assisted reproduction, embryology, andrology and reproductive endocrinology.

IVF
Focus
2x
Per Year
Open
Access
IVF · ICSI PGT Cryopreservation Andrology Reproductive Bio.
Peer-Reviewed
Journal 02 · Open Access

IJCSF

International Journal of Cyber Security & Forensic Science

Research papers, technical notes, case studies and reviews on digital forensics, cyber crime investigation, malware analysis and information security.

CYB
Focus
2x
Per Year
Open
Access
Digital Forensics Cyber Crime Malware Network Sec. Cyber Law

"Science in Service of Truth, Justice and Society."

— Departmental Motto
14
Programmes
06
Doctoral Tracks
25+
Specialised Labs
2006
Established
Research & Innovation

Six thrust areas.
One scientific frontier.

DBFS faculty and doctoral scholars actively pursue research across six interdisciplinary thrust areas — bridging fundamental science with applied real-world impact.

Thrust 01

AI in Forensic & Healthcare

Machine learning for forensic image analysis, predictive diagnostics, and intelligent healthcare systems.

Thrust 02

Molecular Diagnostics & Genomics

PCR-based assays, sequencing, biomarkers and precision-diagnostic platforms for human disease.

Thrust 03

Toxicological Research

Forensic, clinical and environmental toxicology — drug-of-abuse profiling and exposure science.

Thrust 04

Cybercrime & Digital Forensics

Memory forensics, malware reverse-engineering, IoT security and digital evidence frameworks.

Thrust 05

Assisted Reproductive Tech.

IVF protocols, vitrification of oocytes, pre-implantation genetic testing and embryo culture systems.

Thrust 06

Pharmaceutical Development

Drug formulation, nanopharmaceuticals, herbal/phyto-drug development and regulatory studies.

In Summary

A centre of excellence for science, justice & society.

DBFS combines education, research and innovation — producing skilled professionals dedicated to scientific truth and social well-being.

Our Team

Meet the Faculty & Researchers

Four core faculty supported by an active community of doctoral scholars, post-doctoral researchers and project staff working across all seven DBFS disciplines.

HOD
HP

Prof. Himanshu Pandya

Professor & Head

Forensic Science · Biochemistry

DNA Molecular Research
42
Pubs
06
Ph.D.
18
Yrs
KK

Dr. Kapil Kumar

Associate Professor

Forensic Toxicology · Analytical

LC-MS Toxicology Casework
28
Pubs
04
Ph.D.
12
Yrs
RJ

Dr. Rushikesh Joshi

Assistant Professor

Biochemistry · Molecular Biology

Enzymology PCR Cell Cult.
18
Pubs
02
Ph.D.
08
Yrs
AP

Dr. Ankita Patel

Assistant Professor

Forensic Biology · DNA

DNA Profile STR Casework
14
Pubs
02
Ph.D.
06
Yrs
#
Scholar
Discipline
Research Topic
Year
Status
01
SP
Shreya Parekh
Forensic Science
Touch DNA in latent fingerprints
2022
Ongoing
02
RM
Rohan Mehta
Biochemistry
Metabolomics in diabetes screening
2021
Ongoing
03
AS
Aastha Sharma
Toxicology
Pesticide residue in surface water
2023
Ongoing
04
DJ
Dhruv Jadeja
Pharmaceutical
Nanoformulation of phyto-drugs
2020
Awarded
05
AS
Aakash Solanki
Cyber Sec.
Memory forensics in IoT devices
2022
Ongoing
06
PR
Priya Raval
Clinical Embryo.
Vitrification protocols in oocytes
2023
Ongoing
07
NM
Nidhi Modi
MLT
Antimicrobial resistance markers
2021
Ongoing
08
KP
Karan Pandya
Forensic Science
Document age determination
2019
Awarded
Constitutional

Constitutional Cells

Departmental

Departmental Committees

CommitteeChairperson
Board of Studies (BoS) Prof. Himanshu Pandya
Research Advisory Prof. Himanshu Pandya
Lab Safety Committee Dr. Kapil Kumar
Anti-Ragging Committee Dr. Ankita Patel
Women Development Cell Dr. Ankita Patel
Student WelfareDr. Rushikesh Joshi
Placement & IndustryDr. Kapil Kumar
Institutional BiosafetyProf. Himanshu Pandya
Life @ DBFS

Student Clubs & Activities

Forensic Science Club

Mock crime-scene investigations, expert talks, FSL/DFS field visits, and inter-college competitions.

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CyberForensic Club

National CTF competitions, ethical-hacking workshops, and industry interaction sessions.

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Biochem & Biotech Club

Journal clubs, lab demonstrations, national-level science quiz, biotech symposium.

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Allied Health Sciences Club

Hospital visits, MLT skill workshops, free diagnostic camps for community.

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Quality Assurance

Recognitions & Approvals

Aligned with national and international quality frameworks.

UGC
UGC Recognised
Section 2(f) & 12(B)
NAAC
NAAC Accredited
Gujarat University
NIRF
NIRF Ranked
National Ranking
AICTE
AICTE Approved
Technical Education
NBA
NBA Outcome
PO/PSO/CO
NEP
NEP 2020
Multi-entry / exit
Alumni

Success Stories

Forensic
SP

Shreya Parikh

Scientific Officer · DFS Gandhinagar

"The hands-on casework training prepared me for real forensic investigations. I joined DFS within two months of graduation."

M.Sc. Forensic Science · Batch 2022
IVF
PR

Priya Raval

Embryologist · Nova IVF Fertility

"DBFS's IVF lab gave me an industry-ready exposure to ICSI, PGT and embryo cryopreservation — exactly what Nova IVF needed."

M.Sc. Clinical Embryology · Batch 2023
Cyber
AS

Aakash Solanki

Cyber Forensic Analyst · State Cyber Cell

"Working alongside police on real cases during my course is something no textbook teaches. That's the DBFS edge."

M.Sc. Cyber Sec. & Forensics · Batch 2023
Infrastructure

Specialised Laboratories

Twenty-five-plus programme-aligned laboratories — from BSL-4 high-containment to clinical IVF, mass spectrometry to malware sandbox.

Pharmaceutical Lab

QC/QA · Drug Analysis · Pharmacognosy · Regulatory Affairs

04 sub-labs

Toxicology Lab

Clinical · Forensic · Environmental · Industrial Toxicology

04 sub-labs

Biochemistry Lab

Molecular Biology · Cell Culture · Enzymology · Metabolomics

04 sub-labs

Forensic Science Lab

DNA · Ballistics · Documents · Fingerprint & Crime Scene

04 sub-labs

Cyber Security Lab

Digital Forensics · Malware Sandbox · Pen-Testing · Network

04 sub-labs

MLT Lab

Haematology · Microbiology · Clinical Pathology · Biochem.

04 sub-labs

IVF / Embryology Lab

ICSI · IVF · PGT · Embryo & Sperm Cryopreservation

Industry-Spec

BSL-3 / BSL-4

High-containment · WHO Compliant · Bio-Safety Class III & IV

High-Containment
Partnerships

MoUs & Industry Collaboration

Strategic partnerships across forensic, pharmaceutical, healthcare and cyber-security sectors.

DFS Gandhinagar

Directorate of Forensic Science

Live casework training, internships, and joint research with the state's forensic agency.

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FSL Ahmedabad

Forensic Science Laboratory

Advanced toxicology, ballistics, and DNA training programmes for postgraduates.

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Nova IVF Fertility

Clinical Embryology Partner

Industry-aligned IVF/ICSI/PGT training and direct internship-to-placement pipeline.

View MoU

State Cyber Cell

Gujarat Police

Joint training in cyber forensics and digital evidence investigation with serving officers.

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NABL Accredited Labs

Industry Network

Pharmaceutical QC/QA placements and analytical chemistry internships across NABL labs.

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Metropolis Healthcare

Diagnostic Industry

Medical Lab Technology placements aligned with NABL ISO 15189 standards.

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For Students

Student Support Services

Academic Counselling

One-to-one mentoring & semester planning

Career Guidance

Placement prep, mock interviews, GD

Health Centre

Campus medical & wellness facility

IT Help Desk

LMS · email · Wi-Fi · resources

Mentor–Mentee

Faculty mentor for every student

Counselling Cell

Confidential mental-health support

Personality Dev.

Soft skills, communication, leadership

Case Study Centre

Real forensic, clinical & cyber cases

Placement & Internship

Where our graduates work

Class of 2024

95%
Placement Rate
₹6L+
Average Package
50+
Active Recruiters
100%
Internship Placement
Full Report

Top Recruiters

Our students get hired across forensic agencies, pharma, healthcare and cyber sectors.

DFS
Gandhinagar
FSL
Ahmedabad
Sun Pharma
Pharmaceuticals
Zydus
Healthcare
Nova IVF
Fertility
Metropolis
Diagnostics
CDSCO
Govt of India
Cyber Cell
State Police
Cipla
Pharma
Torrent
Pharma
SRL
Diagnostics
+ many more
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Admissions 2025–26 Open

Begin a career
built on science.

Applications are now invited for all M.Sc., Integrated M.Sc., and Ph.D. programmes for the 2025–26 academic session.

Quick Eligibility

M.Sc. Programmes
B.Sc. with 50% (45% for reserved) in relevant subject
Integrated M.Sc.
10+2 with PCM/PCB/CS, 50% aggregate
Ph.D. Programmes
M.Sc. (relevant) + UGC NET / GUSET / interview
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