The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) has officially announced its prestigious recruitment drive for Scientific Officers (Group-A) through the OCES-2026 and DGFS-2026 programs. This is a golden opportunity for engineering graduates and science postgraduates to contribute to India’s nuclear energy and research sector.

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✅ Important Dates for BARC Recruitment 2026

1. Online Application Portal Opens: December 22, 2025 (Tentative).

2. Last Date for Online Submission: January 21, 2026.

3. Correction Window for Applicants: February 7 to February 14, 2026.

4. Online Screening Examination: March 14 and March 15, 2026.

5. Uploading of GATE-2026 Score: March 26 to April 2, 2026.

6. Selection Interviews: May 12 to June 12, 2026.

7. Commencement of OCES-2026 Training: July 31, 2026.

✅ Eligibility Criteria and Academic Requirements

1. Nationality: Candidates must be citizens of India to apply for these Group-A Gazetted posts.

2. Educational Qualification: Applicants must hold a B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Sc. (Engineering) or a 5-year Integrated M.Tech. degree with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks.

3. Science Stream Qualification: Postgraduates in Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biosciences, or Geology) are eligible if they have an M.Sc. or Integrated M.Sc. with at least 60% marks.

4. Final Year Students: Those who are in their final year of study (academic year 2025-26) are also eligible to apply.

5. Age Limit (as of August 1, 2026): The maximum age is 26 years for General candidates, 29 years for OBC, and 31 years for SC/ST categories.

✅ Selection Process and Screening Modes

1. Parallel Screening Channels: Candidates can be shortlisted through two modes: either the BARC Online Examination or a valid GATE score (2024, 2025, or 2026).

2. Dual Application Advantage: Applicants are encouraged to choose both options (Exam + GATE) to improve their chances of being shortlisted for the interview.

3. Technical Interview: Shortlisted candidates will undergo a rigorous technical interview in Mumbai or Hyderabad.

4. Final Selection Criteria: The final merit list is prepared solely based on performance in the Selection Interview, subject to medical fitness.

✅ Salary, Stipend, and Professional Benefits

1. Training Stipend: During the one-year OCES or two-year DGFS program, trainees receive a monthly stipend of ₹74,000.

2. One-time Allowance: A book allowance of ₹30,000 is provided to assist with academic materials during training.

3. Pay Scale on Appointment: Successful candidates are appointed as Scientific Officer (Grade C) in Level 10 of the 7th Pay Matrix (Basic Pay: ₹56,100).

4. Total Monthly Emoluments: In metro cities like Mumbai, the total monthly salary including HRA and allowances is approximately ₹1,35,000.

✅ How to Apply Online for BARC 2026

1. Visit the official recruitment portal at www.barcocesexam.in.

2. Complete the primary registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.

3. Fill in the online application form with personal, academic, and discipline-specific details.

4. Upload clear scanned copies of your photograph and signature as per the specified dimensions.

5. Pay the application fee of ₹500 (Note: Women candidates, SC/ST, and PwD applicants are exempted from this fee).

6. Submit the final form and print the acknowledgment page for future reference.