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Skill Development/Internship & Training Portal

CSIR-CDRI accepts applications from postgraduate students of reputed universities or colleges in relevant research areas of the institute.

Summer Internship Program

Structured internships for UG and PG students

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Dissertation /SDP

PG dissertation opportunities

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Upskilling

Short-term training programs

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Reskilling

Advance training programs

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Contact:

Dr. Anil N Gaikwad

Nodal Officer- Skill Development Programme

CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Sec-10 Jankipuram Extension, Sitapur Road Lucknow 226031 (Uttar Pradesh)

sdp[AT]cdri.res.in (Emails regarding training or dissertation work sent to any other email address will not be entertained.)

0522-2771057

Summer Internship Program

The Summer Internship Program offers students an opportunity to engage in short-term research projects within a dynamic scientific environment. The program is designed to provide practical exposure, research skills, and academic enrichment.

Overview
Designed for Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) students interested in scientific research exposure
Includes General Interns and Scholarship Awardee Interns (Indian Academy of Sciences-INSA-IASc-NASI Summer Research Fellowship, INSPIRE, UPCST, AcSIR, etc.)
Browse the list of available scientists and their research areas
Contact your preferred scientist directly via email and obtain their willingness to host you
Nominated candidates are reviewed by the institute and confirmation email is sent upon acceptance
Hostel accommodation may be provided, subject to availability
Short-term research projects for hands-on scientific training
Program Highlights

UG/PG Students Eligible

Internships via Scholarship or general ceregory

Hands-on Research under expert guidance

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Application process

Browse research areas

Email preferred scientist for consent

Scientists submit nomination

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Accommodation

Hostel may be provided
(Limited Availability)

Apply Online

Dissertation / SDP for PG Students

Our Skill Development Programs are exclusively designed for postgraduate (PG) students seeking to build hands-on research skills, technical proficiency, and industry-readiness across a broad range of science disciplines.

Overview
Designed for UG and PG students interested in scientific research exposure
Apply through official portal
Duration: 4–12 months
Certificate of completion upon 80% attendance
Training Fee: ₹5,000/month (paid one-time upfront)
Hostel accommodation may be provided, subject to availability
Skill Development programs exclusively designed for postgraduate (PG) students seeking to bulid hands-on research skills, technical proficiency, and industry-readiness across range of science disciplines.
Program Highlights

Designed for UG/PG Students interested in scientific research exposure

Apply through official portal

Aplication process

Browse research areas

Email preferred scientist for consent

Scientists submit nomination

Await email confirmation

accommodation

Hostel may be provided
(Limited Availability)

Apply Online

Reskilling / Upskilling Training Programs

The institute offers structured short-term programs aimed at upskilling and re-skilling individuals across key biomedical and pharmaceutical disciplines. Designed to enhance technical proficiency, foster research readiness, and strengthen application-based learning.

Healthcare & Life Science Programs

Skill India is an initiative launched to empower the youth of our country with skill sets that enhance their employability and productivity in the workplace. We offer seven certificate courses under CSIR-CDRI’s Skill Development Program.

These courses meet the aspirations of students, young researchers, and industry-sponsored personnel seeking training.

Programs Offered
SDP-CAD-Computational Approaches to Drug Design and Development
SDP-AST-Advanced Spectroscopic (NMR, HPLC, LC-MS, UV/IR) Techniques
SDP-PPF-Plant authentication, phytochemical extraction; formulation and HPLC analysis of herbal products
SDP-PDQ-Pharmaceutical Product Development and Quality Control
SDP-LAE-Care, Management of Laboratory Animals & Experimental Techniques
SDP-EMT-Basic Training in Electron Microscopy Techniques for Life Sciences
SDP-PTT-Pathological Tools & Techniques for Biomedical Applications
Advanced Training Program

This hands-on program is designed for PhD scholars, assistant professors, and industry professionals to upgrade their practical expertise in biomedical and pharmaceutical research.

Open to candidates with a bachelor's or equivalent in veterinary, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related fields
Fees: ₹2,000/week (PhD scholars), ₹3,000/week (academic/government staff), industry: case-based
Certification on 75% attendance and supervisor recommendation
Hostel accommodation may be provided, subject to availability
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CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Sector 10, Jankipuram Extension, Sitapur Road, Lucknow-226031

: +91-522 2772450

: director_office[AT]cdri.res.in

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