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FACT 2026 Do's & Don'ts — 20 Rules Every Candidate Must Know

What to carry, what's strictly banned, and the exact mistakes that will get your candidature cancelled — straight from the official brochure.

EXAM DATE: 30 MAY 2026 LAST DATE TO APPLY: 10 MAY 2026 SOURCE: NFSU OFFICIAL BROCHURE

Every year, candidates lose their seat — not because they failed the paper — but because they didn't follow the rules. The FACT 2026 brochure published by NFSU (Delhi Campus) contains a dense set of instructions buried across multiple pages. We've read every word of it and distilled it into 20 clear, actionable rules so you don't miss a thing.

120 Total Questions

2 hrs Exam Duration

60% Qualifying Marks

0 Negative Marking

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The Do's — 8 Things You Must Do

01

Apply early — well before the May 10 deadline

The brochure explicitly warns candidates about last-minute rushes. NFSU bears no responsibility for network failures or technical issues if you wait too long. The portal opens from 7 April 2026.

✔ Do This

02

Enter your name exactly as it appears on your Class 10 marksheet

Your name and parents' names in the application must match your Matriculation (Xth Board) Certificate exactly. Any mismatch can create problems during certificate verification. Married women may submit an undertaking for name changes.

✔ Do This

03

Verify your eligibility before you apply — not after

Successful payment and e-admit card generation does NOT mean your candidature is accepted. NFSU can cancel you at any stage if eligibility is found lacking, even after results are declared.

✔ Do This

04

Save your Registration Number safely after applying

After successful online submission, a Registration Number is sent over email. You'll need it to download your e-Admit Card. Keep a printout of your filled application form as well.

✔ Do This

05

Carry both your e-Admit Card printout AND a photo identity card on exam day

The brochure makes both mandatory. No candidate is allowed entry without an NFSU-issued admit card. No duplicate e-admit cards will be issued at the exam centre — download and print it in advance.

✔ Do This

06

Attempt all 120 questions — there is no negative marking

Since all questions are mandatory and there's no penalty for wrong answers, leaving any question blank is purely disadvantageous. Make an educated guess if unsure — you can only gain marks, not lose them.

✔ Do This

07

Check the official NFSU website regularly for updates

All information — admit cards, results, date changes, corrigenda — will be published exclusively at www.nfsu.ac.in. NFSU will not send individual intimations by any mode, pre or post examination.

✔ Do This

08

Fill every column of the application form — leave nothing blank

Incomplete applications are summarily rejected. Double-check the entire form before final submission because no changes are allowed after submission under any circumstances.

✔ Do This

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The Don'ts — 7 Things You Must Avoid

09

Do NOT carry a mobile phone, smart watch, or any electronic device into the exam hall

The brochure is unambiguous: mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, log tables, paper chits, books, and any electronic devices are strictly prohibited. Possession of any of these means your result will not be declared — period.

✗ Never Do This

10

Do NOT register multiple times for the same exam

Multiple registrations from a single candidate will be cancelled and the examination fee forfeited. Also note: separate forms must be filled for FACT and FACT Plus — they are not combined in one registration.

✗ Never Do This

11

Do NOT try to change your exam centre after allotment

The allotted centre is final. No request for a change will be entertained — even if the exam date or city is shifted due to unforeseen circumstances. No TA/DA is provided under any scenario.

✗ Never Do This

12

Do NOT pay the fee via DD, Money Order, or IPO

Only Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI is accepted. Fees paid by any other mode will be summarily rejected. Additionally, fees once paid are non-refundable under any circumstances.

✗ Never Do This

13

Do NOT send physical documents or a printout of your application to NFSU

NFSU does not require — and will not accept — hard copies of the application form or supporting certificates at the time of applying. Everything is handled online. Documents are verified only during actual recruitment.

✗ Never Do This

14

Do NOT attempt any form of canvassing or unfair means

Canvassing in any form will straightaway disqualify you. Using unfair means (possession of banned items, impersonation, etc.) means your result will not be declared. The brochure states this without exception.

✗ Never Do This

15

Do NOT claim OBC benefits using a State Government OBC list

Only the Central Government's OBC list (as published on www.ncbc.nic.in) is valid for fee concession. Candidates covered under OBC but not under Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) must indicate their category as 'General'.

✗ Never Do This

⚠ Items Strictly Banned in the Exam Hall

• Mobile phones of any kind
• Smart watches or any wearable electronics
• Calculators and log tables
• Paper chits or any hand-written notes
• Books or notebooks
• Any other electronic or communication device

Consequence: Possession of any banned item = your result will NOT be declared.

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Disqualifiers — 5 Things That Cancel Your Candidature

16

Providing false or misleading information in your application

Your candidature can be cancelled at any stage — including after result declaration — if any submitted information is found to be false, untrue, or misrepresenting. Legal action may also follow. This applies to category claims, educational qualifications, and personal details.

! Disqualifier

17

Not fulfilling the eligibility criteria — even after appearing in the exam

The mere fact that you were issued an e-Admit Card and allowed to write the exam does not mean your candidature is accepted. NFSU will cancel results if eligibility is found lacking at any point. Final-semester students: your certificate is issued only on completing the degree within the current academic year.

! Disqualifier

18

Claiming OBC/PwD benefits with incorrect or unverifiable certificates

If category-based information is found false before, during, or after the examination, the candidature is cancelled with immediate effect and the issued certificate is declared invalid. An undertaking to this effect is collected from every candidate at registration.

! Disqualifier

19

Attempting the exam at a centre other than the one allotted on your admit card

No candidate will be allowed to appear at an examination centre other than the one allotted to them. Attempting to do so will invalidate your appearance. Carry only the admit card issued by NFSU Delhi Campus (LNJN NICFS).

! Disqualifier

20

Scoring below 50% in either Section A or Section B individually

Even if your overall score crosses 60%, you must individually score 50% or more in each section (Section A and Section B). Both thresholds are mandatory. For SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates, a 5% relaxation applies to qualifying marks.

! Disqualifier

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📋 Exam Day Checklist — Save This

✔ Carry These

• ✔ Printed e-Admit Card
• ✔ Government-issued photo ID
• ✔ Ballpoint pen (blue/black)
• ✔ Water bottle (if permitted)
• ✔ PwD accommodation letter (if applicable)

✗ Leave These Behind

• ✗ Mobile phone of any kind
• ✗ Smart watch or fitness band
• ✗ Calculator or log tables
• ✗ Books, notes, or chits
• ✗ Bluetooth earphones
• ✗ Any other electronic device

Qualifying Marks — Know the Threshold

• General candidates: Minimum 50% in each section + Overall 60% or above
• SC / ST / OBC / PwD candidates: 5% relaxation — i.e., 45% per section + 55% overall
• 120 questions × 1 mark each = 120 total marks
• Section A: 50 questions (Forensic Aptitude) — compulsory for all
• Section B: 70 questions (your chosen specialised subject) — choose ONE of 5

Important Dates at a Glance

• Application Portal Opens: 7 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 10 May 2026
• FACT (Forenoon): 30 May 2026 — 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
• FACT Plus (Afternoon): 30 May 2026 — 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
• Results: Published at www.nfsu.ac.in (no individual intimation)

The Bottom Line

The FACT exam is not just a test of your forensic science knowledge — it's also a test of your ability to follow instructions. Candidates have lost their certificates and even faced legal action for avoidable procedural mistakes. The rules listed above are not suggestions; they are the official terms and conditions published by NFSU in the FACT 2026 brochure.

Print this page. Tick off each rule. And walk into that exam hall on 24 May 2026 knowing you've done everything right.

For the official brochure and updates, always refer to www.nfsu.ac.in. For queries: facthelpdesk@nfsu.ac.in

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Written for aspirants preparing for FACT 2026 · Source: Official NFSU FACT 2026 Information Brochure · www.nfsu.ac.in

All information is subject to change. Always verify with the official NFSU website before making decisions.