Job Title: 🔬 NIPER KOLKATA JRF RECRUITMENT 2026 📢 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – ANRF Sponsored Project

🔬 NIPER KOLKATA JRF RECRUITMENT 2026 📢 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – ANRF Sponsored Project National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) Kolkata has invited applications from eligible Indian citizens for 1 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under an ANRF-sponsored research project in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology. 📌 Vacancy Details • Post: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) • Total Vacancy: 01 Post • Department: Pharmacology & Toxicology • Project: Investigating novel GABA producing bacteria as Anti-Epileptics • Job Type: Purely contractual / project-based • Initial Tenure: 1 year • Maximum Tenure: Up to 3 years, subject to performance and project continuation 🎓 Eligibility Criteria Candidates must have: • M.S. (Pharm) / M.Pharm in Pharmacology / Pharmacology & Toxicology or equivalent qualification. • Minimum 60% marks or 6.5/10 CGPA is required. • Valid GPAT/GATE qualification is mandatory. • Candidates with experience in behavioural animal studies and knowledge of cell & molecular biology will be preferred. • Previous experience of working on a funded project will also be preferred. 🎂 Age Limit • Maximum Age: 30 years • Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates will be applicable as per Government of India rules. 💰 Salary / Fellowship • ₹37,000 per month + HRA as per ANRF norms. 💳 Application Fee • No application fee is mentioned in the official advertisement. • Therefore, candidates should not assume that any fee is payable unless instructed by the institute. 📝 How to Apply 📧 Mode of Application: Online via Email Candidates have to prepare: • Updated CV/Resume • Attested copies of relevant certificates and mark sheets • Experience certificates, if applicable • All documents should be combined into a single PDF. 📩 Send the application to: sbanerjee@niperkolkata.ac.in 📌 Email Subject: “Application for the Post of JRF in GABA producing bacteria as Anti-Epileptics” ⏰ Last Date: 21 September 2026 Applications must reach the concerned email address on or before the last date. Late applications may not be considered. 🏢 Job Location 📍 NIPER Kolkata, West Bengal 🎤 Selection Process • Applications will be screened/shortlisted. • Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email regarding the interview. • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. ⚠️ Important Points 🔹 This is a purely contractual project position, not a regular permanent post. 🔹 The initial tenure is 1 year, which may be extended up to a maximum of 3 years, depending on performance and project duration. 🔹 Continuation is subject to satisfactory performance. 🔹 The selected candidate cannot claim regular appointment/absorption in NIPER Kolkata. 🔹 Canvassing in any form can lead to disqualification. 📅 Important Dates 🗓️ Advertisement Date: 02 September 2026 🗓️ Last Date to Apply: 21 September 2026 ⏳ Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be notified through email. 📞 Contact / Principal Investigator 👨‍🔬 Dr. Sugato Banerjee Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology 📧 sbanerjee@niperkolkata.ac.in 📍 Institute: National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) Kolkata 168, Maniktala Main Road, Kolkata – 700054, West Bengal. ⚠️ Disclaimer: This information is prepared from the official recruitment advertisement for informational purposes. Candidates should carefully verify the eligibility, documents, deadlines and other conditions from the official NIPER Kolkata notification before applying. Recruitment rules may be subject to change by the institute.