UP Government Brings Back Dr. G.K. Goswami as UPSIFS Director for One Year After Retirement
The Uttar Pradesh government has once again appointed retired IPS officer Dr. G.K. Goswami to lead the Uttar Pradesh State Institute of Forensic Sciences (UPSIFS) in Lucknow. He will serve as Director for an additional one-year term, as approved by the Hon’ble Governor. His renewed tenure begins on 13 November 2025, allowing the institute to retain stable leadership during a critical phase of growth.
A Return to the Institution He Founded
Dr. Goswami stepped down from service on 30 September 2025, having served as the inaugural Director of UPSIFS. After his retirement, the state administration assessed several candidates for the position. However, given the importance of expert leadership in forensic research and the absence of a finalized successor, the government has asked Dr. Goswami to continue heading the institute through a special post-retirement assignment.
A Distinguished IPS Officer With Diverse Expertise
A 1997-batch IPS officer from the Uttar Pradesh cadre, Dr. Goswami has built a career that blends policing, academic scholarship, and forensic science innovation.
Professional Policing Roles:
Served as Additional Director General (ADG) of Police, Uttar Pradesh
Led the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terror Squad (ATS)
Held senior positions in the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), including Director of the CBI Academy in Ghaziabad
Represented India at the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) on issues relating to organized crime
Academic Accomplishments:
Holds two PhDs — one in Medicinal Chemistry and a second in Law, specializing in the use of DNA profiling in sexual assault cases
Awarded a prestigious Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) in Forensic Sciences and Law by the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Gandhinagar — becoming the first Indian ever to receive this recognition
Global Exposure:
Completed the Fulbright-Nehru Academic and Professional Excellence Fellowship (2020–21) at Cornell Law School, USA, focusing on wrongful convictions and criminal justice reform
Awards & Decorations:
Recipient of the Police Medal for Gallantry (three times)
Honored with the Police Medal for Meritorious Service
Awarded the Governor of Uttar Pradesh’s Gold Medal for Gallantry
Conferred the Kumarappa–Reckless Award by the Indian Society of Criminology for his contributions to the field
Notable Contributions to Forensic Science and Legal Research
Dr. Goswami is regarded as one of India’s foremost experts on the intersection of science and law. His contributions include:
Publishing more than 40 research papers in leading national and international journals
Authoring several books, including Handbook of DNA Forensic Applications and Interpretation
Serving as Honorary Professor at premier institutions such as:
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai
National Law University Delhi
National Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar
Rashtriya Raksha University
Jindal Global Law School
Conducting high-level training programs for judges, senior administrators, police officials, and financial sector officers on forensic tools and evidence laws
Ensuring Stability and Excellence at UPSIFS
By bringing back Dr. Goswami, the Uttar Pradesh government aims to maintain continuity in strategic planning, academic standards, and research development at UPSIFS. His renewed leadership is expected to further strengthen the institute’s position as a leading hub of forensic science in India—enhancing collaboration between policing, scientific inquiry, and the justice system.
His one-year reappointment is seen as a move that supports both institutional stability and the advancement of forensic education in the state.
