Kidar Nath Gaind Pharma Research Fellowship: Panjab University Invites Applications for Ph.D. Research Fellow

The University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (UIPS) at Panjab University, Chandigarh, has officially invited applications from suitable candidates for one Ph.D. Research Fellow position under the prestigious Kidar Nath Gaind Pharma Research Fellowship (KNGPRF) scheme. The fellowship is designated for specialization in Pharmaceutical Chemistry under the supervision of Professor Ranju Bansal.

Fellowship Overview & Details

Position: Ph.D. Research Fellow (01 Post)
Scheme: Kidar Nath Gaind Pharma Research Fellowship (KNGPRF)
Specialization: Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Supervisor: Professor Ranju Bansal
Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 11,000/- per month (tenable for two years only)
Application Deadline: 21 October 2026
Interview Date & Time: 22 October 2026 at 2:30 PM

Essential Qualifications and Eligibility Criteria

Educational Requirements:
- B.Pharm and M.Pharm degrees with a minimum of 55% marks (relaxed to 50% for SC/ST/PH candidates).
- M.Pharm must be in related specializations.
National Examination Qualification: Candidates must have qualified GATE, GPAT, the Ph.D. Entrance Test, or any national-level entrance examination conducted by a Central Government department.
Preferences: Preference will be granted to candidates with strong publication records and relevant work experience.

Application Procedure and Interview Guidelines

Submission Mode: Interested applicants must submit hard copies of their application alongside a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the office of the Chairperson via email at chairperson.uips@pu.ac.in or via post no later than 21 October 2026.
Interview Venue: Office of the Chairperson, UIPS, Panjab University, Chandigarh.
Evaluation Criteria: Candidate assessment will be conducted based on marks secured in B.Pharm and M.Pharm, GATE/GPAT scores, volume and quality of publications, presentations, patents, and other research accomplishments. Candidates must carry all relevant original documents for verification. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.