CSIR-CDRI Pharma Jobs 2026 | Walk-in Interview for M Pharm Candidates with GPAT Qualification
Looking for a Pharma Govt Job with a Walk-in Interview opportunity? CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) has released Advertisement No. 05/2026, offering exciting roles for M.Pharm candidates in cutting-edge research projects. This is a great chance for candidates seeking Pharma Govt Job opportunities through Walk-in Interview and online modes to work in advanced pharmaceutical R&D.
- Position: Project Technical Support
- Position Code No.: 001
- Location: Lucknow – 226031
About the Institute
CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) is a leading institute under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, focusing on drug discovery and development. Dedicated to improving human health, CDRI invites applications from highly qualified individuals for various project-related positions.
Project Details
1. Project Technical Support-III (ICMR – GAP0509)
- Project Title: “Development, Safety Evaluation and Clinical Validation of a Thermosensitive In Situ Gel for Dry Socket Management and Bone Regeneration.”
- Focus Area: Formulation development and pharmaceutical research
- Work Involves: In situ gel development, safety evaluation, and clinical validation
- Tenure: Up to 01.03.2029
2. Project Associate-I (Pharmacology) – ANRF (GAP0475)
- Project Title: “Novel β3-adrenergic agonists as senolytics and insulin sensitizers: Studies in adipose tissue of metabolic dyshomeostasis model systems”
- Focus Area: Pharmacology and metabolic research
- Work Involves: In vivo studies, molecular techniques, and drug mechanism analysis
- Tenure: Up to 12.06.2027
3. Project Associate (PAT-II – Pharmaceutics) – BMGF (GAP0506)
- Project Title: “Long-acting injectable (LAIs) for TB.”
- Focus Area: Pharmaceutics and drug delivery systems
- Work Involves: Development of long-acting injectable formulations for tuberculosis
- Tenure: Up to 04.01.2028
Qualifications
1. Project Technical Support-III
- M. Pharm./MS (Pharm)
- Experience in formulation development, pharmaceutical analysis and LC-MS
- GPAT qualified
2. Project Associate-I (Pharmacology)
- M. Pharm (Pharmacology)
- GPAT qualified
- Experience in in vivo studies and molecular techniques
3. Project Associate (PAT-II – Pharmaceutics)
- Master of Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)
- 2 years’ experience in R&D
- Experience in Formulation Development
Stipend Details
- ₹28,000 + 20% HRA
- ₹35,000 + 20% HRA
- ₹37,000 + 20% HRA
Important Dates
- Online Application Start: 29.04.2026
- Last Date: 10.05.2026
- Walk-in Interview Date: 12.05.2026
How to apply online?
- All applicants must fulfill the essential qualification for the position and other conditions stipulated in the advertisement as on the last date of submission of the application.
- The prescribed essential qualifications are the minimum, and the mere possession of the same does not entitle candidates to be called for an interview.
- A list of shortlisted candidates meeting the criteria shall be notified on the CDRI Website.
- Date and mode of interview shall be communicated to the shortlisted candidates through email.
- The position/s are purely temporary, extendable based on performance and project duration.
Instructions to Candidates for Part-II (Walk-In-Interview):
- Eligible candidates are required to report for the Walk-In-Interview for position code 001 to 005 on 12.05.2026 from 09:00 AM onwards.
- Candidates reporting after 10:00 A.M will not be entertained. The interview may continue for subsequent days; therefore, candidates coming from outstations are requested to make their own arrangements accordingly.



