BARC Scientist Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Scientific Officers Posts

 

Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Scientific Officers Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official BARC website. The last date to submit the application form is 21-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the BARC Scientific Officers Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is inviting applications for the Scientific Officer positions through the OCES/DGFS 2026 recruitment. This prestigious program offers engineering graduates and science postgraduates the chance to join the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) through two distinct training schemes: the one-year Orientation Course for Engineering Graduates and Science Postgraduates (OCES-2026) and the two-year DAE Graduate Fellowship Scheme for Engineering Graduates (DGFS-2026). Successful candidates will undergo intensive training, with a stipend of ₹74,000 per month during the training period. Upon appointment, they will be placed in Group-A posts with an attractive pay scale under the 7th CPC, totaling approximately ₹1,35,000 per month, along with various allowances.

This recruitment offers a unique opportunity to contribute to India's nuclear and atomic energy programs in various DAE units, such as BARC, IGCAR, and NPCIL. Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications, including a minimum of 60% marks in engineering or science degrees, and fulfill the age criteria (18 to 31 years). The selection process includes an online examination, GATE score-based shortlisting, and a final interview. Interested candidates can apply online from 22 December 2025 to 21 January 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring scientists to be part of a prestigious and impactful sector.

 

BARC OCES/DGFS Scientific Officers Recruitment 2026 Overview

Company Name	Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Training Schools, Department of Atomic Energy (BARC Training Schools (DAE))
Post Name	Scientific Officers through Orientation Course for Engineering Graduates and Science Postgraduates (OCES-2026) and DAE Graduate Fellowship Scheme for Engineering Graduates (DGFS-2026)
No of Posts	Not specified
Salary	During training: stipend of ₹ 74,000/- per month for OCES Trainee Scientific Officers and DGFS fellows; on appointment: Level 10 (basic pay ₹ 56,100/-) of 7th CPC Pay Matrix with total monthly emoluments approximately ₹ 1,35,000/- for those posted in Mumbai, plus applicable allowances.
Qualification	Eligible engineering degrees and science postgraduate degrees in specified disciplines with minimum 60% aggregate marks and other academic requirements as per Eligibility Criteria.
Age Limit	Minimum 18 years and maximum age 26 years (General), 29 years (OBC-NCL), 31 years (SC/ST, Dependent 1984 riots, DOM Kashmir) as on 01 August 2026.
Start Date for Apply	22 December 2025 (Launching of online application portal for OCES/DGFS-2026)
Last Date for Apply	21 January 2026 (Last date for online application OCES/DGFS-2026)
Official Website	https://www.barcocesexam.in

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BARC OCES/DGFS Scientific Officers Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details 

Post Name	Training Scheme / Discipline	Vacancy / Intake Detail
Scientific Officer (through Training School)	OCES-2026: One-year Orientation Course for Engineering Graduates and Science Postgraduates	Number of posts not specified; selection through OCES-2026 programme for eligible disciplines.
Scientific Officer (through DGFS)	DGFS-2026: Two-year DAE Graduate Fellowship Scheme for Engineering Graduates	Number of fellows not specified; DGFS fellowship awarded as per needs of DAE programmes to best performing candidates in OCES selection interview.

Eligibility Criteria

• Qualifying degrees and academic requirements for OCES/DGFS-2026 include B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc.(Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech. in eligible engineering disciplines such as Civil, Chemical, Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Metallurgical Engineering with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks, as detailed in the notification.
• Eligible science disciplines include M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, Biosciences, Geology and Geophysics with specified subject combinations at B.Sc. level and minimum 60% aggregate marks in qualifying degrees, as per the detailed discipline-wise criteria.
• For screening based on GATE Score, candidates must have valid GATE-2024, GATE-2025 or GATE-2026 scores in the relevant GATE subjects/papers corresponding to their discipline as mentioned in the advertisement.
• Only regular educational degrees obtained through full-time/on-campus mode are considered; degrees obtained through correspondence, distance education/learning, by research or part-time modes are not eligible.
• Applicants must satisfy discipline-specific inclusion and exclusion of degree titles as listed, including ineligible specializations for each engineering and science discipline.
• Candidates graduating in the academic year 2025-26 and awaiting final results may apply, subject to completion of all academic requirements for the qualifying degree before 31 July 2026 and submission of final marksheet by 31 December 2026 (for OCES) or as per DGFS institute requirement.
• Applicants must be citizens of India and, for those working in Central/State Government units/PSUs/Aided Institutes, a No Objection Certificate from their organization must be produced at the time of selection interview.

Salary/Stipend

• During training, OCES Trainee Scientific Officers and DGFS fellows are paid a stipend of ₹ 74,000/- per month.
• OCES Trainee Scientific Officers receive a one-time book allowance of ₹ 30,000/- during the training period.
• DGFS fellows are reimbursed tuition fee for the M.Tech. programme and receive a one-time contingency grant of ₹ 60,000/- per annum for two years, along with funding up to ₹ 4,00,000 under the BRNS fast track project scheme for project-related equipment/consumables.
• On appointment, Scientific Officers are placed in Group-A post of Government of India in Level 10 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix with basic pay of ₹ 56,100/-; total monthly emoluments including dearness allowance, house rent allowance and transport allowance are approximately ₹ 1,35,000/- for those posted in Mumbai.
• Additional allowances include leave travel concession by air (as per conditions), children’s education allowance, annual professional update allowance and Performance Related Incentive Scheme (PRIS) as per government norms, along with a comprehensive Contributory Health Service Scheme for employees and dependent family members.

Age Limit (as on 01-08-2026)

• Minimum Age Limit: 18 years (Age as on August 1, 2026).
• Maximum Age Limit for General Category: 26 years.
• Maximum Age Limit for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 29 years.
• Maximum Age Limit for SC/ST: 31 years.
• Maximum Age Limit for Dependents of those who died in the riots of 1984: 31 years.
• Maximum Age Limit for Persons domiciled in Kashmir Division of Jammu and Kashmir State from 01/01/1980 to 31/12/1989: 31 years.
• Persons with physical disability with extent of disability 40% or more will be considered for age relaxation and may be permitted a scribe as per rules.

Application Fee

• A non-refundable Application Fee of ₹ 500/- is chargeable from male applicants belonging to General and OBC categories.
• Women candidates, transgender candidates, candidates belonging to SC/ST category, Dependents of Defence Personnel Killed in Action (DODPKIA) and physically challenged candidates are exempted from payment of Application Fee.
• Candidates who have availed fee exemption are required to bring valid relevant proof for verification at the exam centre.

Important Dates

Event	Date / Period
Launching of online application portal for OCES/DGFS-2026	22nd December 2025 (tentative)
Last date for online application OCES/DGFS-2026	21st January 2026
Correction window for online application OCES/DGFS-2026	7th February – 14th February 2026
Allocation of online exam venue and generation of hall ticket/admit card	15th February – 20th February 2026
Online Exam for OCES/DGFS-2026	14th and 15th March 2026
Candidates to upload their GATE-2026 score	26th March – 2nd April 2026
Display of list of candidates shortlisted for selection interview on online application portal	2nd week of April 2026
Option to select interview slot for screened-in candidates on online application portal	20th April – 26th April 2026
Selection Interviews	12th May – 12th June 2026
Display of list of candidates finally selected for OCES/DGFS-2026 programme on online application portal	Last week of June 2026
Providing details of M.Tech. admission in DGFS institute by selected candidates desirous of DGFS-2026	1st week of July 2026
Declaration of list of applicants selected for DGFS-2026 programme on online application portal	2nd week of July 2026
Pre-employment Medical Test for selected candidates of OCES/DGFS-2026 programme	1st July 2026 and 23rd July – 30th July 2026
Commencement of OCES-2026 programme	31st July 2026

Selection Process

• Selection to OCES/DGFS-2026 is a two-step process consisting of screening of candidates followed by a Selection Interview.
• Screening for Selection Interview is conducted through two alternative channels: an online screening examination and GATE-score-based shortlisting.
• The online screening examination is conducted in eight engineering OCES disciplines (codes 21-28) and five science OCES disciplines (codes 41-43, 45 and 46) at more than fifty cities across India.
• Candidates meeting eligibility criteria with valid GATE-2024, GATE-2025 or GATE-2026 scores in prescribed papers may be screened in for Selection Interview on the basis of GATE scores.
• Cut-off GATE scores for Screening Interview are decided after conclusion of the online exam, and candidates are advised to maximize their chances by availing both screening avenues.
• Selection Interviews for shortlisted candidates in all disciplines except Geology and Geophysics are conducted at BARC Training School, Mumbai; interviews in Geology and Geophysics disciplines are held in Hyderabad.
• Outstation applicants travelling for Selection Interview are eligible for reimbursement of to-and-fro AC-III tier normal train fare by shortest route or actual fare, whichever is less, upon submission of original tickets.
• Final selection is solely on the basis of performance in Selection Interview, subject to medical fitness as determined by DAE doctors.

How to Apply

• Only online applications will be accepted for OCES/DGFS-2026 programme.
• Candidates are required to visit the website https://www.barcocesexam.in during the period specified in the Important Dates table and submit the online application by following the instructions provided there.
• Applicants should carefully read the Information Brochure and FAQs available on the online application portal before filling the online application form.
• Candidates must enter accurate details regarding qualifying degree, discipline, GATE score (if applicable) and other required information as per the advertisement.
• Candidates graduating in academic year 2025-26 and awaiting final results must ensure that all academic requirements for award of qualifying degree are completed before 31 July 2026 and provide necessary certificates at the time of joining.

  

BARC OCES/DGFS Scientific Officers Recruitment 2026 Important Links

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