CSIR-CDRI Lucknow Walk-in Interview 2026: Research Recruitment for Pharma, Chemistry & Life Sciences

The CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI), Lucknow, a flagship laboratory under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, is inviting eligible candidates for a massive walk-in interview drive. These positions are purely temporary and linked to prestigious projects funded by CSIR, ICMR, DRDO, and the Ministry of Earth Sciences.

Overview of Vacancies

The recruitment covers 49 positions across various disciplines. Here is a breakdown of the key roles:

Area	Post Codes	Total Posts	Essential Qualification	Max Stipend (PM)
Chemical Sciences	001, 003, 005, 009, 010	15	M.Sc. Chemistry / Chemical Sciences	Rs. 37,000 + HRA
Pharma Sciences	002, 004, 006, 007, 008, 011-015	16	M.Pharm / MS (Pharm) / M.Sc. Pharm Chemistry	Rs. 31,000 + HRA
Life Sciences	016 – 022	18	M.Sc. Life Sciences / Biotech / Microbiology / B.Sc.	Rs. 31,000 + HRA

Interview Schedule & Venue

Candidates must report by 09:00 AM. Those arriving after 10:00 AM will not be entertained.

Chemical & Pharma Sciences (Post Codes 001 to 015): 6th April, 2026
Life Sciences (Post Codes 016 to 022): 7th April, 2026

Venue: CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Sector 10, Jankipuram Extension, Sitapur Road, Lucknow – 226031.

Important Highlights

Age Limit: Generally 35 years (up to 50 years for specific codes). Relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC.
Selection Process: Walk-in Interview. A written test may be conducted for shortlisting if the number of candidates is high.
Tenure: Varies by project, with some extending up to March 2031.
Eligibility: “Result awaited” candidates or those with tentative mark sheets are not eligible. Candidates must be able to produce original certificates on the day of the interview.
PhD Registration: Project staff may be allowed to register for a PhD if the project duration is 3 years or more, subject to institute policy.