Aurobindo Pharma has announced an exciting FRD Internship 2026 in Hyderabad for M.Pharm candidates interested in building a career in pharmaceutical Research & Development (R&D) and Formulation Research & Development (FRD). The internship offers a monthly stipend of ₹12,000 and provides selected candidates with an opportunity to support pharmaceutical R&D activities while gaining practical industry exposure.

Candidates with an M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or Pharmaceutical Analysis can apply. Applicants should have fundamental pharmacy knowledge and an understanding of updated ICH guidelines.

There are 10 internship openings, with the internship scheduled to start on September 1, 2026. Interested candidates should submit their applications before August 21, 2026.

Aurobindo Pharma FRD Internship 2026 – Overview

About the FRD Internship

The Aurobindo Pharma FRD Internship in Hyderabad is designed for postgraduate pharmacy candidates who want exposure to pharmaceutical research and development.

FRD generally refers to Formulation Research and Development, an important pharmaceutical R&D function involved in developing and improving drug formulations and dosage forms.

Selected interns will support R&D departments and work in an environment where knowledge of pharmacy concepts, formulation development, solid oral dosage forms, and applicable ICH guidelines can be valuable.

Roles and Responsibilities

Selected candidates for the Aurobindo Pharma internship 2026 will primarily:

• Support pharmaceutical Research & Development departments.
• Assist teams with formulation research and related R&D activities.
• Apply fundamental concepts of pharmacy during assigned activities.
• Support formulation development-related tasks as required by the R&D team.
• Work with an understanding of current and updated ICH guidelines.
• Learn pharmaceutical R&D processes under the guidance of experienced professionals.
• Follow applicable documentation, quality, and departmental procedures.

Specific day-to-day assignments may vary depending on the R&D team’s requirements.

Qualification and Eligibility

Candidates applying for the Aurobindo Pharma FRD Internship 2026 should have an M.Pharm qualification in one of the following specializations:

• M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics
• M.Pharm in Regulatory Affairs
• M.Pharm in Quality Assurance
• M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Analysis

The job listing specifically identifies M.Pharm as the postgraduate educational requirement.

Skills and Knowledge Required

Applicants should have:

• Basic to strong understanding of pharmacy concepts
• Knowledge of updated ICH guidelines
• Understanding of pharmaceutical Research & Development
• Knowledge of formulation development
• Understanding of solid oral dosage forms
• Academic knowledge relevant to pharmaceutical formulation and analysis
• Willingness to learn and support R&D activities

Internship Stipend

Selected candidates will receive a stipend of:

₹12,000 per month

This makes the opportunity particularly relevant for M.Pharm candidates looking for paid pharmaceutical industry exposure in an R&D environment.

Internship Benefits

The Aurobindo Pharma FRD Internship provides several potential career-development benefits:

• ₹12,000 monthly stipend
• Internship certificate
• Exposure to pharmaceutical R&D activities
• Opportunity to understand formulation development in an industry environment
• Practical exposure relevant to M.Pharm academic concepts
• Experience working within a pharmaceutical organization
• Opportunity to strengthen knowledge of ICH guidelines and R&D processes

Important Dates

Application Deadline: August 21, 2026
Internship Start Date: September 1, 2026

Candidates interested in the opportunity should apply as early as possible rather than waiting until the application deadline.

How to Apply

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