CSIR-CDRI Research Intern Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 8 Posts

CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI), Lucknow, has invited online applications under Advertisement No. 12/2026 (dated 06.11.2026) for 8 Research Intern positions in the "CSIR-CDRI Research Internship Program" (project code CLP09007). The stipend is Rs. 12500/- p.m. consolidated, the tenure runs up to 31.03.2027, and the essential qualification is a Master Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Sciences, Medicinal Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Chemistry completed in 2025-2026. The upper age limit is 28 years, and the last date of online application is 12.11.2026.

CSIR-CDRI Research Intern at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About the Institute

CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, is described in the notice as a premier institute functioning under the aegis of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). CSIR is an autonomous body under the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. The notice calls this an engagement of Research Interns, held online for the interview stage.

Who Can Apply

The upper age limit is 28 years, reckoned as on the last date of submission of application. The notice requires essential qualifications to be held as on that last date.

Age Relaxation

The upper age limit is relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates and by 3 years for OBC candidates, or as per Government of India instructions issued from time to time. Candidates seeking relaxation must enclose the relevant certificate, in the prescribed format, issued by the appropriate authority.

Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of the post.

How to Apply for CSIR-CDRI Research Intern

Applications for Position Code 001 are to be submitted online on or before 12.11.2026. The notice does not print the web address of the application portal or step-by-step form instructions, but it says what the application must contain.

1. Mention in the application all qualifications and experience in the relevant area over and above the minimum prescribed qualification.
2. Attach the supporting documents for those qualifications and experience.
3. If the final certificates show CGPA/SGPA/OGPA grades, convert the grade to an equivalent percentage using the University's approved formula in the online form, and attach a copy of the conversion.
4. Candidates seeking age relaxation enclose the relevant certificate in the prescribed format.

Documents named in the notice

• Supporting documents for qualifications and experience
• Copy of the grade-to-percentage conversion, where the final certificates show grades
• Age relaxation certificate, where relaxation is sought

Selection and Interview

The notice describes shortlisting by a Screening Committee followed by an online interview.

• If a large number of candidates apply, the Screening Committee may add screening criteria beyond the essential and desirable qualifications and shortlist candidates for interview in proportion to the available vacancies.
• The prescribed essential qualifications are the minimum. Holding them does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview, as the Screening Committee will adopt its own criteria.
• The list of shortlisted candidates will be notified on the CDRI website.
• The date of interview will be communicated to shortlisted candidates through e-mail. The interview date is not specified in the notice.
• On selection, the original documents, including eligibility qualification, date of birth, caste and age relaxation certificate, will be verified. If any discrepancy is found, the selection stands cancelled automatically.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Applications submitted after the scheduled date and time will not be considered for the interview and will be summarily rejected.
• Only candidates who strictly fulfil the eligibility criteria and hold the degree or mark sheets in the subjects above should apply.
• The engagement in this program does not confer any right, implicit or explicit, to consideration for regularisation against any CSIR/CDRI post.
• No TA/DA or allowances will be paid to candidates for attending the interview.
• The advertisement or post may be cancelled at any stage due to force majeure, including closure of project, non-availability of fund, compromised integrity or unethical practices.
• The decision of CSIR-CDRI on eligibility, acceptance or rejection of applications, mode of selection and conduct of the interview is final and binding.
• Interim enquiries will not be entertained.

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