Call for Pharma, Chemistry Fellowship at NIPER

National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Guwahati (NIPER-G) is an autonomous institute of National importance and the first national pharma institute in northeast India set up by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Govt. of India by an act of parliament, to impart high-quality Education & Research in the area of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

The Institute intends to fill the following Project positions through Online/Physical interviews for the project titled “Developing pathways / process for producing active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) using biomass derived from Furfural from NRL’s bio refinery” (GAP-185) sponsored by the Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL), Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Fellowship : Rs. 37,000 + 20% HRA
Duration : 01 year [possibility of extension for 2 more years]
Name of the Project, Sponsoring Agency : Project: Developing pathways/process for producing active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) using biomass derived from Furfural from NRL’s bio refinery” (GAP- 185) Sponsoring Agency: Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL), Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India.
Qualifications and Experience : Essential: The candidate must have a postgraduate degree (M.S.(Pharm.)/M.Pharm./M.Sc.) in Medicinal Chemistry/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry/ Chemistry / Process Chemistry from a recognized University/ Institute with a minimum of 60% marks or minimum CGPA of 6.75 on a 10-point scale.
The candidate must have cleared GPAT/GATE/CSIR-NET or any National entrance test exam conducted by any Central Govt. agency.
Desirable : Research experience in the area of multi-step organic synthesis and drug discovery (in context to Medicinal Chemistry) would be a good match for the position. Preference will be given to the candidates :
• Who understands the logic in Organic Synthesis (Reaction mechanism, Principles of synthetic planning) and related topics.
• Candidate who have expertise in structure elucidation using 1D/2D- NMR, Mass, FT-IR, retro- synthetic planning and analysis, reaction condition optimization, catalyst/solvent/reagent screening, and isolation/purification with Flash chromatography, handling of HPLC, etc.
Max. Age Limit : 28 years as on the last date of application (Age relaxation will be provided as per GoI norms)

Project Scientist -I
Fellowship : Rs. 56,000 + 20% HRA
Duration : 01 year [possibility of extension for 2 more years]
Name of the Project, Sponsoring Agency : Developing pathways/process for producing active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) using biomass derived from Furfural from NRL’s bio refinery” (GAP- 185)
Sponsoring Agency : Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL), Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India.
Qualifications and Experience : Essential: Ph.D. (Synthetic Organic Chemistry/Medicinal Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Chemistry/ Process Chemistry) Applicant must have at least one research publication in standard referred journal/SCI journal.
Desirable : Research experience in the area of organic synthesis as evident by publications and/or patents. Candidates having expertise in multi-step organic synthesis and/or total synthesis of complex molecular framework, sustainable Organic Synthesis (design and synthesis of bioactive compounds/small molecules) and drug discovery (in context to Medicinal Chemistry) would be a good match for the position. Preference will be given to the candidates :
• Who understands the logic in Organic Synthesis (Reaction mechanism, Principles of synthetic planning, metal-catalyzed chemistry) and related topics.
• Candidate who have expertise in structure elucidation using 1D/2D-NMR, Mass, FT-IR, retro-synthetic planning and analysis, reaction condition optimization, catalyst/solvent/reagent screening, and isolation/purification with Flash chromatography, handling of HPLC.
Max. Age Limit : 35 years, relaxable up to 5 years in the case of SC/ST/OBC, physically handicapped and women applicants

General Instructions
1. Nationality: Only candidates of Indian Nationality are eligible to apply for these positions.
2. Application Timeline: Interested candidates must apply using the prescribed format available on the Institute website (niperguwahati.ac.in). The application portal will be active from 30.06.2026 to 15.07.2026.
3. Application Mode: It is mandatory to submit applications online. No other forms of application will be entertained. Candidates are advised to keep high-quality scanned copies of all required supporting documents ready before starting the application process.
4. Eligibility Verification: Candidates must ensure they meet the minimum essential qualifications, age, and experience criteria as laid down in the advertisement. Screening will be based strictly on the data submitted in the application form. Providing false or incorrect information will lead to immediate rejection of the candidature at any stage of the recruitment process.
5. Finality of Submission: Once an application is submitted, it cannot be altered or resubmitted. No requests for changes to data or particulars will be entertained after the final submission.
6. Documentation: Incomplete applications or those missing self-attested supporting documents (e.g., Proof of Date of Birth, Degree Certificates, Mark Sheets, and Experience Certificates) will be summarily rejected.
7. Relaxation of Criteria: Upon the recommendation of the Screening/Selection Committee, the Competent Authority reserves the right to relax age and experience requirements in exceptionally meritorious cases.

8. Selection Prerogative: Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview call. The Institute reserves the right to set higher benchmarks for shortlisting and to not fill any of the advertised positions due to administrative exigencies.
9. Communication: All official intimations will be sent exclusively via Email or hosted on the Institute website. Candidates should regularly check their registered email and the NIPER Guwahati website for updates. 10. Language Interpretation: In the event of any dispute regarding the interpretation of clauses in versions other than English, the English version available on the NIPER Guwahati website shall be considered authoritative.
11. Canvassing: CANVASSING IN ANY FORM WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION OF THE CANDIDATURE.
12. Nature of Appointment: Appointments are strictly on a contractual basis for up to one year, extendable based on performance and fund availability. These are temporary project positions and do not carry any claim for regularization or permanent appointment against any Institute post. Any subsequent engagement will be treated as a fresh appointment.
13. Age Limit: The crucial date for determining the age limit shall be the last date of application i.e., 15.07.2026.
14. Interview Mode: Interviews will be conducted in a hybrid mode (both physical and online).
15. Attendance Preference: While candidates are encouraged to attend the interview physically, those unable to do so may participate online. The list of shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the Institute website; shortlisted individuals will receive the link via email one day prior to the scheduled interview.

The application portal will be active from 30.06.2026 to 15.07.2026.