The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) has released the official notification for BARC Scientist Recruitment 2026 through the prestigious OCES-2026 and DGFS-2026 programmes. This recruitment provides an excellent opportunity for engineering graduates and science postgraduates to join the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) as Scientific Officers (Group-A).
Eligible candidates can apply online from 22 December 2025 to 21 January 2026 through the official portal barcocesexam.in.
📌 Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | BARC Training Schools, Department of Atomic Energy |
| Post Name | Scientific Officer (OCES / DGFS) |
| Training Schemes | OCES-2026, DGFS-2026 |
| Vacancies | Not Specified |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 22 December 2025 |
| Last Date | 21 January 2026 |
| Official Website | barcocesexam.in |
🎓 Training Schemes Explained
🔹 OCES-2026
- One-year Orientation Course
- For engineering graduates & science postgraduates
- Leads directly to appointment as Scientific Officer
🔹 DGFS-2026
- Two-year DAE Graduate Fellowship
- Sponsored M.Tech at selected institutes
- Appointment as Scientific Officer after completion
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
Engineering Disciplines
- B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc.(Engg.)/Integrated M.Tech
- Disciplines include: Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil, Chemical, Computer Science, Instrumentation, Metallurgy, etc.
- Minimum 60% aggregate marks
Science Disciplines
- M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, Biosciences, Geology, Geophysics
- Subject-specific requirements as per notification
- Minimum 60% aggregate marks
🔹 Valid GATE 2024 / 2025 / 2026 score can be used for screening
🔹 Only full-time regular degrees are eligible
🔹 Final-year students (2025-26) may apply conditionally
🎯 Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
- General: 26 Years
- OBC (NCL): 29 Years
- SC / ST / Kashmir Domicile / 1984 Riot Dependents: 31 Years
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
Age relaxation as per Government rules.
💰 Salary / Stipend Details
During Training
- Stipend: ₹74,000 per month
- Book Allowance (OCES): ₹30,000 (one-time)
After Appointment
- Basic Pay: ₹56,100 (Level-10, 7th CPC)
- Total Monthly Salary: ~₹1,35,000 (Mumbai posting)
- Additional benefits: HRA, DA, Transport Allowance, LTC, PRIS, Medical Facilities
💳 Application Fee
- General / OBC (Male): ₹500
- Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Transgender / DODPKIA: Exempted
📝 Selection Process
- Screening through:
- Online Examination OR
- GATE Score (2024 / 2025 / 2026)
- Selection Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
🔹 Final selection is based only on interview performance
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 22 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 January 2026 |
| Correction Window | 07 – 14 February 2026 |
| Admit Card | 15 – 20 February 2026 |
| Online Exam | 14 & 15 March 2026 |
| Interview Period | 12 May – 12 June 2026 |
| Final Result | Last Week of June 2026 |
| OCES Training Starts | 31 July 2026 |
🖥️ How to Apply for BARC Scientist Recruitment 2026?
- Visit barcocesexam.in
- Register using valid email & mobile number
- Fill online application carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and download confirmation page
🔗 Important Links
- Apply Online: Available on official portal
- Official Notification PDF: Available online
- Official Website: barcocesexam.in
❓ FAQs – BARC Scientist Recruitment 2026
Q1. When does BARC OCES/DGFS 2026 application start?
👉 22 December 2025
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
👉 21 January 2026
Q3. What is the stipend during training?
👉 ₹74,000 per month
Q4. What is the salary after appointment?
👉 Approx. ₹1.35 lakh per month
Q5. Is GATE mandatory?
👉 Not mandatory, but useful for screening