The CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI) located in Lucknow has officially released Advertisement No. 12/2026 to engage qualified candidates for Research Intern positions under project code CLP09007. This program offers a consolidated monthly stipend of Rs. 12,500 for a tenure running up to 31.03.2027. Selected individuals will contribute directly to ongoing pharmaceutical and chemical research initiatives managed by the institute.
Engaging in this structured research internship provides invaluable laboratory exposure within a premier national scientific institution. It enhances practical scientific skills and allows young postgraduates to work alongside distinguished scientists, thereby building a strong foundation for future careers in research and development.
| Research Intern (Position Code 001) | 8 Posts |
The official notification specifies no application fee for any category. All candidates can submit their applications free of cost.
The selection procedure comprises an initial shortlisting phase followed by a virtual interview session. A dedicated Screening Committee evaluates all submitted applications against essential and desirable parameters. If the volume of applicants is high, the committee applies enhanced screening benchmarks to short-list candidates in proportion to available openings.
Shortlisted individuals receive interview notifications via email, specifying the date and virtual meeting details. Final selection is contingent upon rigorous verification of original educational certificates, date of birth proofs, and category documents.
Selection does not involve a traditional written examination. Candidates are shortlisted based on academic records and screening criteria, followed by a personal interview conducted online.