BARC OCES/DGFS 2026 Scientific Officer Recruitment through GATE

The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) has announced its prestigious recruitment drive for the year 2026, inviting applications from ambitious Engineering graduates and Science postgraduates. This recruitment serves as a gateway to becoming a Scientific Officer (Group-A post) within the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) through two distinct training schemes: the one-year Orientation Course for Engineering Graduates and Science Postgraduates (OCES) and the two-year DAE Graduate Fellowship Scheme (DGFS).

BARC OCES/DGFS 2026 Overview

Important Dates

All dates are tentative and Candidates are advised to regularly check the online portal for updates as these dates are subject to change.

BARC OCES/DGFS 2026 Eligibility Details

To apply for the BARC recruitment, candidates must meet specific academic and age criteria:

• Educational Qualification:

  • Engineering: B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engineering) / 5-year Integrated M.Tech with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in any of the eligible 8 disciplines (Mechanical, Chemical, Metallurgy, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, Instrumentation, or Civil).

  • Science: M.Sc / Integrated M.Sc in Physics, Chemistry, Biosciences, Geology, or Geophysics with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks.

• Age Limit (as of August 1, 2026):

  • General Category: 26 years.

  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 29 years.

  • SC/ST: 31 years.

• Nationality: Applicant must be a citizen of India.

BARC OCES/DGFS 2026 Exam Details & Pattern

The selection is a two-step process: screening followed by a personal interview.

1. Screening Modes

Candidates can choose one or both of the following:

• Online Screening Test: A computer-based test conducted across India in March 2026.

• GATE Score: Screening based on a valid GATE-2024, GATE-2025, or GATE-2026 score in the relevant subject.

2. Selection Interview

Shortlisted candidates will undergo a rigorous technical interview. Final selection is based solely on performance in the interview, subject to medical fitness.

Exam Pattern (Online Test)

The online test is designed to assess technical proficiency in the candidate’s core discipline:

• Total Questions: 100

• Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

• Total Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)

• Marking Scheme: +3 for every correct answer; -1 for every incorrect answer.

Participating Training Schools

Selected OCES candidates will be trained at one of the following locations depending on their discipline:

• BARC, Mumbai: For Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, and Biosciences.

• AMD, Hyderabad: For Geology and Geophysics.

For the DGFS scheme, candidates pursue M.Tech at premier institutes such as IIT Bombay (IITB) or IIT Madras (IITM) while receiving a stipend from DAE.

Application Fee

• General and OBC (Male): ₹500.

• Exempted Categories: Women, SC/ST, Transgender, PwD, and Dependents of Defense Personnel Killed in Action.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official portal at barcocesexam.in.
2. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Fill in personal and academic details as per the official notification.
4. Upload required documents (photo, signature, etc.) in the specified format.
5. Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form.

Official Links