
The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Guwahati (NIPER-G), an Institute of National Importance, has announced vacancies for research positions under a CCRAS-sponsored project. The project, titled “Pre-clinical evaluation of coded drug Ayush Manas as adjunct therapy to prevent chemotherapy-induced Neuropathy and Cognitive impairment in experimental animals,” is a collaborative effort with CARI Guwahati.
Vacancy Details
| Position | No. of Posts | Essential Qualification | Monthly Fellowship |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF-01) | 01 | M.S./M.Pharm in Pharm. Analysis / Analytical Chemistry / QA (Min 60%) + GPAT/GATE/CSIR-NET | ₹42,000 + 20% HRA |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF-02) | 01 | M.S./M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics (Min 60%) + GPAT/GATE/CSIR-NET | ₹42,000 + 20% HRA |
| Project Assistant (PA-01) | 01 | Graduate in Science / Pharmacy / Life Sciences / MLT (Min 60%) | ₹25,000 (Consolidated) |
Key Eligibility Criteria
- National Exam Requirement: For SRF positions, a valid score in GPAT, GATE, CSIR-NET, or equivalent Central Govt. entrance exams is mandatory.
- Age Limit (as of 01.05.2026):
- SRF: Max 32 years.
- Project Assistant: Max 30 years.
- Relaxation: Up to 3 years for SC/ST/OBC, PwD, and Women applicants.
- Desirable Skills: * SRF-01: Experience with HPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and analytical method validation.
- SRF-02: Expertise in NDDS (nanoparticles, liposomes), herbal formulations, and QbD/DoE.
- Project Assistant: Lab maintenance, reagent preparation, and histopathological techniques.
Selection & Appointment
- Mode of Selection: * SRF: Performance in the interview.
- Project Assistant: Interview or a combination of Written Test + Interview (based on applicant volume).
- Tenure: Initial appointment is for one year, extendable for another year based on performance and fund availability.
- Interview Format: Candidates are encouraged to attend physically, though an online option is available for those unable to travel.
How to Apply
Interested Indian nationals must apply through the online portal on the official NIPER Guwahati website.
- Application Link: niperguwahati.ac.in
- Application Window: 16th April 2026 to 1st May 2026
- Important: Ensure all soft copies of degrees, mark sheets, and experience certificates are ready before starting the online form.
