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Panjab University Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 02 Ph.D. Research Fellow (KNGPRF) Posts

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Sep. 11, 2026
Ph.D. Research Fellow (Pharmaceutical Chemistry)Ph.D. Research Fellow (Pharmacology)

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Postgraduate337
Graduate309
M.Pharm10
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Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
2
Pay Scale
₹11,000/- per month
Age Limit
As per University / UGC norms
Job Location
Punjab20Chandigarh8+1 More...

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 10, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 10, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window10 – 25 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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Educational Qualification

B.Pharm and M.Pharm with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PH candidates) in relevant specializations (Pharmaceutical Chemistry or Pharmacology). Candidates must have qualified GATE, GPAT, or a Ph.D. National Entrance Test conducted by any Central Government department. Preference will be given to candidates with strong publication records and work experience.

Age Limit & Relaxations

No specific age limit is mentioned in the official advertisement. UGC/University research fellowship norms apply.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Screening & Academic Portfolio Evaluation

Document Scrutiny (Marks, GPAT/GATE Score, Research Papers, Patents)Qualifying Only

Personal Interview

Offline (Office of Chairperson, UIPS, Panjab University, Chandigarh)Merit Scored

Selection will be conducted through screening and evaluation of academic credentials (marks in B.Pharm and M.Pharm, GATE/GPAT score, number and quality of research publications, conference presentations, patents, and research accomplishments), followed by a Personal Interview in the office of Chairperson, UIPS, Panjab University, Chandigarh. No written examination will be held.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Area / ComponentAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Merits in B.Pharm & M.PharmEvaluation of academic percentage/CGPA in B.Pharm and M.Pharm in relevant specializations (Pharmaceutical Chemistry or Pharmacology).
National Examination Score (GPAT / GATE)Validation of qualified GPAT, GATE, or National Ph.D. entrance test score and national ranking.
Research Accomplishments & PublicationsEvaluation of peer-reviewed journal publications, impact factor, citations, conference presentations, patents, and prior laboratory experience in synthetic/pharmacological research.
Personal Interview & Doctoral AptitudeAssessment by the UIPS Faculty Committee on conceptual mastery in drug design, synthetic pathways, molecular pharmacology, experimental design, and doctoral research commitment.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (UIPS) at Panjab University, Chandigarh (established in 1944) is one of India's top-ranked pharmaceutical institutions and a designated UGC Centre of Advanced Study (UGC-CAS). Under the Kidar Nath Gaind Pharma Research Fellowship (KNGPRF), scholars pursue cutting-edge doctoral research under renowned supervisors: Prof. Ranju Bansal (focusing on medicinal chemistry, heterocycles, and steroid chemistry) or Prof. Kanwaljit Chopra (specializing in neuropharmacology, oxidative stress, and metabolic disorders). Scholars enjoy access to sophisticated state-of-the-art analytical equipment (LC-MS, HPLC, NMR, molecular docking platforms, and modern animal holding facilities) in a highly disciplined and intellectually vibrant academic ecosystem.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The fellowship is tenure-based for a fixed duration of two years only. The engagement terminates automatically upon completion of the 2-year tenure. It does not confer any entitlement, right, or claim for regular faculty appointment or absorption in Panjab University.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

As an academic doctoral fellowship, there is no institutional promotion hierarchy. However, completing Ph.D. research under the prestigious KNGPRF at UIPS Panjab University provides exceptional academic credentials, high-impact publications, and strong competitive leverage for securing faculty positions at premier universities (NIPERs, Central/State Universities), prestigious postdoctoral fellowships worldwide, or senior scientific positions in the pharmaceutical industry.
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  • Application Mode & Deadline: Applications along with CV must be submitted either by email to [email protected] or by post to the Chairperson's office on or before 25 September 2026.
  • Mandatory National Test Qualification: Candidates must have qualified GPAT, GATE, or a Central Government Ph.D. National Entrance Test; unqualified applicants will not be considered.
  • Academic Cutoff Percentage: Minimum 55% marks in B.Pharm and M.Pharm (50% for SC/ST/PH candidates) is strictly enforced.
  • Original Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates invited for interview must bring original mark sheets, degree certificates, test scorecards, and copies of research publications/patents.
  • No TA/DA: No travel or daily allowance will be paid for appearing in the personal interview.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • Pharmaceutical Chemistry (under Prof. Ranju Bansal)1
  • Pharmacology (under Prof. Kanwaljit Chopra)1
Total Vacancies2

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated fellowship of ₹11,000/- per month for a tenure of two years only.

₹11,000/- per month for two years only under the Kidar Nath Gaind Pharma Research Fellowship (KNGPRF) scheme.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) along with copies of B.Pharm and M.Pharm mark sheets, degree certificates, GATE/GPAT scorecard, research publications, presentations, and work experience documents.
  2. Submit the hard copy application with CV to the office of the Chairperson, University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (UIPS), Panjab University, Chandigarh - 160014, or email the complete soft copy to [email protected] on or before 25th September 2026.
  3. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview in the office of Chairperson, UIPS. Original documents must be presented at the time of the interview.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required.

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Candidates must possess B.Pharm and M.Pharm degrees with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PH candidates) in the relevant specialization (Pharmaceutical Chemistry or Pharmacology). Additionally, candidates must have qualified GATE, GPAT, or a Ph.D. National Entrance Test conducted by any Central Government department.

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