A forensic pathologist is a medical professional who specialises in investigating the cause of death in cases where it may be suspicious, violent or unexplained. They are responsible for conducting autopsies and analysing tissue samples, bodily fluids as well as other evidence to determine the cause and manner of death.

Forensic pathologists often work with law enforcement agencies and coroners providing critical information to aid in criminal investigations or legal proceedings. They may also be called upon to testify in court as expert witnesses.

In addition to their work with law enforcement, forensic pathologists also play an important role in public health, identifying patterns of disease or injury that may pose a risk to the public. They may also work in research or academia, contributing to our understanding of the medical and biological factors that can contribute to sudden or unexpected deaths.

For Bachelor’s

• Aspirants need to pass 10+2 with at least 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology from any recognised board. 
• Moreover, students need to pass a national level entrance exam like NEET, CET or any other to get admission in an MBBS course. 

For Masters

• Seekers can pursue a PG program after completing their MBBS.
• Students can choose MD (Doctor of Medicine) courses. 
• One can also choose the DNB (Diplomate National Board) program after MBBS and for that national level entrance exam NBE is conducted. 

Apart from working as a forensic pathologist, there are several other job profiles that a person with a background in forensic pathology can pursue. Some of these job profiles include:

• Medical Examiner
• Forensic Anthropologist
• Forensic Toxicologist
• Forensic Odonotologist
• Forensic Scientist
• Death Investigator

Employment Sector

• Medical Labs
• Hospitals
• Clinics
• Medical Institutes
• Healthcare Centres
• Research Centres
• Crime Department
• Government Agencies

There are many recruiters from leading companies who enlist potential medical students. Following are some Recruiters from where students can find an employment opportunity in India: 

• Central Forensic Science Laboratory
• Central Bureau Investigation (CBI) 
• State or Central Investigation Department

The salary range may vary from company to company, but the salary of a Forensic Pathologist is very impressive in India.

• Problem-solving skills
• Decision-making skills
• Leadership skills
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Critical Thinking

Forensic pathologists are medical doctors who specialise in the investigation of deaths or injuries that may have resulted from criminal activities, accidents or natural causes. They use their expertise in both medicine and the law to help determine the cause and manner of death and their findings may be used in criminal investigations or court cases.

Moreover, the career scope of a forensic pathologist is broad and includes working in a variety of settings including government agencies, medical examiner's offices, hospitals, universities as well as private companies.

• Handsome salary
• Constant learning
• Exciting job for interested ones
• Opportunity to work with experts

• Experience & knowledge is highly required
• High Pressure
• Long working Hours
• Time Constrained