National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER)
Overview of NIPER Recruitment 2026
The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) has initiated the recruitment process for contractual positions of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Project Scientist-I. Interested candidates meeting the specific research qualifications are invited to apply for these research project-based roles.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1 |
| Project Scientist-I | 1 |
Eligibility for NIPER Research Positions
Applicants must adhere to the following educational criteria to be considered for these roles:
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Postgraduate degree (M.S. Pharm, M.Pharm, or M.Sc.) in Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Chemistry, or Process Chemistry with a minimum of 60% marks or CGPA 6.75. Candidates must have cleared national-level entrance tests like GPAT, GATE, or CSIR-NET.
- Project Scientist-I: Ph.D. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or Process Chemistry. Candidates are required to possess at least one research publication in a standard SCI-indexed journal.
Compensation and Tenure
The selected candidates will receive monthly emoluments along with applicable House Rent Allowance (HRA):
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Rs. 37,000 + 20% HRA
- Project Scientist-I: Rs. 56,000 + 20% HRA
Steps to Apply for NIPER Recruitment 2026
Candidates must ensure their applications are submitted online before the closing date. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official NIPER Guwahati recruitment portal.
- Carefully review the official notification (Advt No: NIPERG/Project-Recrt./2026/07) to ensure all eligibility conditions are met.
- Prepare scanned copies of essential documents including academic certificates, research publications, and identification proof.
- Fill out the application form with accurate personal and academic data.
- Verify all entries before final submission, as incomplete forms will be rejected.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start Date | 2026-06-30 |
| Last Date of Submission | 2026-07-15 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the mode of selection?
A: The selection process for these posts consists of an interview, which may be conducted in a hybrid mode (physical or online).
Q: Is there any age relaxation?
A: Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India norms, including up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC, physically handicapped, and women applicants for the Project Scientist-I post.
Complete the online application form via the official NIPER website on or before 15 July 2026.
