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.

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BARC OCES/DGFS Scientific Officers Recruitment 2026 Overview

BARC OCES/DGFS Scientific Officers Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details 

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

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.

General Information/Instructions

• OCES-2026 is a one-year Orientation Course conducted at BARC Training Schools at BARC, Mumbai and AMD, Hyderabad for engineering graduates and science postgraduates, leading to appointment as Scientific Officers in DAE units or Atomic Energy Regulatory Board upon successful completion.
• DGFS-2026 is a two-year DAE Graduate Fellowship Scheme for engineering graduates who secure M.Tech. admission in designated DGFS institutes and specializations, and who perform well in OCES Selection Interviews.
• On successful completion of OCES/DGFS training, Trainee Scientific Officers are posted as Scientific Officers in various DAE units such as BARC, IGCAR, RRCAT, VECC, HWB, NFC, BRIT, NPCIL, BHAVINI, AMD, UCIL, DCSEM and AERB, based on programme needs and trainee performance.
• Selected candidates must execute an agreement and personal indemnity bond to serve DAE for at least three years after completion of training; the bond covers stipend, book allowance, tuition fee and contingency grants as applicable.
• DAE strives to maintain gender balance and encourages women candidates to apply for OCES/DGFS-2026 programmes.
• Only online applications are accepted, and applicants are advised to regularly visit the online application portal for important updates and information.
• Records of applicants for BARC Training Schools OCES/DGFS-2026 programme will not be preserved beyond four months from the date of publication of the final selection result.
• In all matters concerning OCES/DGFS-2026 recruitment, decisions of the competent authority in BARC, Mumbai are final and binding; disputes are subject to exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Mumbai, India.

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.

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BARC OCES/DGFS Scientific Officers Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

1. What is the starting date to apply for BARC OCES/DGFS Scientific Officers Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Starting date to apply is 22nd December 2025, the tentative date for launching of the online application portal for OCES/DGFS-2026.

2. What is the last apply date for BARC OCES/DGFS Scientific Officers Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Last date for online application is 21st January 2026.

3. What is the eligibility to apply for BARC OCES/DGFS Scientific Officers Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Eligibility includes specified B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc.(Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech. degrees in approved engineering disciplines and M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. degrees in approved science disciplines with minimum 60% aggregate marks and other academic requirements detailed in the Eligibility Criteria section.

4. What is the maximum age limit to apply for BARC OCES/DGFS Scientific Officers Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Maximum age is 26 years for General category, 29 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and 31 years for SC/ST, Dependents of 1984 riots and persons domiciled in Kashmir Division during specified period, as on 01 August 2026.

5. How many vacancies are being recruited through BARC OCES/DGFS Scientific Officers Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The notification does not specify the exact number of vacancies; selection is for Scientific Officers through OCES-2026 and DGFS-2026 training programmes as per requirements of DAE programmes.

6. What is the stipend during the OCES/DGFS-2026 training programme?

Ans: During training, OCES Trainee Scientific Officers and DGFS fellows receive a stipend of ₹ 74,000/- per month, and OCES Trainee Scientific Officers also receive a one-time book allowance of ₹ 30,000/-.

7. What is the pay scale on appointment as Scientific Officer after OCES/DGFS-2026?

Ans: On appointment, Scientific Officers are placed in Group-A post in Level 10 (basic pay ₹ 56,100/-) of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix with total monthly emoluments of approximately ₹ 1,35,000/- for those posted in Mumbai, including allowances.

8. What are the screening modes for BARC OCES/DGFS-2026 selection?

Ans: Screening is conducted through an online screening examination in specified engineering and science disciplines and through GATE-2024, GATE-2025 or GATE-2026 scores in relevant GATE subjects.

9. Are final year students eligible to apply for OCES/DGFS-2026 programme?

Ans: Candidates graduating in academic year 2025-26 and awaiting final results may apply, provided they complete all academic requirements before 31st July 2026 and submit final marksheets as per the conditions mentioned in the notification.

10. Is there any service bond for selected candidates of OCES/DGFS-2026?

Ans: Selected candidates are required to execute an agreement and a personal indemnity bond to serve the Department of Atomic Energy for at least three years after completion of training, covering stipend, book allowance, tuition fees and related grants as applicable.