The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research's Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI), Lucknow, has announced an upcoming walk-in interview for project-based research positions in 2026. The premier pharmaceutical research laboratory is looking to recruit qualified candidates for various ongoing research projects spanning drug discovery, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and related disciplines. Candidates holding relevant postgraduate or doctoral degrees in life sciences, pharmacy, chemistry, and allied fields are eligible to apply. The institute typically advertises these positions through its official website and national scientific recruitment portals. Applicants are expected to bring original research proposals, academic transcripts, publication records, and identification documents on the day of the interview. Selected candidates will be appointed on a project-specific tenure, with stipends and allowances as per prevailing CSIR guidelines. The walk-in process is designed to fast-track hiring for time-sensitive research initiatives that require immediate team expansion. CSIR-CDRI remains one of India's leading institutions in drug research and development, with a legacy spanning several decades of contribution to public health and pharmaceutical innovation.