University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh (UIPS) has invited applications for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under Advt No. UIPS/26/3589. Applications are to be sent offline and must reach the organisation by 18 November 2026.
The post is for University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh. Qualification required: B.Pharm. and M.Pharm. with a minimum of 55% marks (50% in case of SC/ST/PH candidates); M.Pharm. should be in a relevant specialization. GPAT/GATE/Ph.D. Entrance Test or any National Entrance Test conducted by a Central Government Department preferred. The pay is Rs. 10,000 per month for two years only. Selection is by shortlisting of eligible candidates and interview in the office of Chairperson, UIPS, Panjab University, Chandigarh. Eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 18 November 2026
- Vacancies: 1
- How to apply: Offline, by post or in person as the notification says
- Pay: Rs. 10,000 per month for two years only
- Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
- Place: University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh
UIPS Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh (UIPS) |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| No of Posts | 1 |
| Advt No | UIPS/26/3589 |
| Job Type | Project-based, Temporary |
| Pay | Rs. 10,000 per month for two years only |
| Place of Posting | University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh |
| Qualification | B.Pharm. and M.Pharm. with a minimum of 55% marks (50% in case of SC/ST/PH candidates); M.Pharm. should be in a relevant specialization. GPAT/GATE/Ph.D. Entrance Test or any National Entrance Test conducted by a Central Government Department preferred. |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 18 November 2026 |
| Send Application To | Office of Dr. Vandita Kakkar, Associate Professor of Pharmaceutics, University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
UIPS Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. UIPS/26/3589 gives the full conditions for the post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Download UIPS notification PDF
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: B.Pharm. and M.Pharm. with a minimum of 55% marks (50% in case of SC/ST/PH candidates); M.Pharm. should be in a relevant specialization; Candidates having qualified GPAT/GATE/Ph.D. Entrance Test or any National Entrance Test conducted by a Central Government Department will be preferred
- Experience: Preference to candidates having relevant research experience, publications and knowledge of pharmaceutical formulation development
Other conditions:
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Desirable:
- Qualified GPAT/GATE/Ph.D. Entrance Test or any National Entrance Test conducted by a Central Government Department
- Good academic records
- Relevant research experience and publications
Pay and Terms of Engagement
- Fellowship for a period of two years only
- Under Industry Academie Research Grant sponsored by Impa Laboratories
- Work under the supervision of Dr. Vandita Kakkar in Pharmaceutical Formulation Development
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 28 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 18 November 2026 |
How Will UIPS Select Candidates?
- Shortlisting of eligible candidates
- Interview in the office of Chairperson, UIPS, Panjab University, Chandigarh
- Evaluation on the basis of marks obtained in B.Pharm. and M.Pharm.
- Shortlisted candidates must bring relevant documents to support the application at the interview
Documents to Enclose
- Curriculum Vitae
- Copies of academic certificates
- Mark sheets
- Other relevant documents
How to Apply for UIPS Recruitment 2026 Offline
- Prepare the application with Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic certificates, mark sheets and other relevant documents.
- Submit it to the office of Dr. Vandita Kakkar, Associate Professor of Pharmaceutics, UIPS, Panjab University, Chandigarh, or by email to [email protected].
- Submit latest by 18-11-2026.
Other Points to Note
- Enquiries: [email protected]; Phone +91-172-2541142, 253-4101 & 4110
UIPS Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download UIPS notification PDF |
| Application Form | Application form for UIPS Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit UIPS official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh, Advertisement No. UIPS/26/3589, dated 28 October 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
