Bhabha Atomic Research Centre has released the official notification inviting applications from interested and eligible candidates for Scientific Officer posts through OCES-2026 and DGFS-2026 programmes. The recruitment is conducted by BARC Training Schools under the Department of Atomic Energy.
The application process will be conducted online from 22 December 2025 to 21 January 2026. This recruitment offers training-based entry into Group-A Scientific Officer posts in various DAE units after successful completion of the programme. Required qualification, age limit, stipend details and other information are given below. Candidates are advised to check all details carefully before applying.
Overview of BARC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Training Schools, DAE |
| Advt No. | OCES / DGFS 2026 |
| Post Name | Scientific Officer |
| No. of Posts | Not specified |
| Category | Central Government |
| Type | Training followed by appointment |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Online Exam or GATE score and Interview |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are provided below. Read further to know about eligibility, important dates, selection process and application details.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates related to BARC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026.
| Start Date of Application | 22 December 2025 |
| Last Date of Application | 21 January 2026 |
| Correction Window | 07 February to 14 February 2026 |
| Online Examination | 14 and 15 March 2026 |
| GATE Score Upload | 26 March to 02 April 2026 |
| Selection Interviews | 12 May to 12 June 2026 |
| Final Result | Last week of June 2026 |
| Commencement of Training | 31 July 2026 |
Vacancy Details of BARC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | Training Scheme | No. of Posts |
| Scientific Officer | OCES-2026 | Not specified |
| Scientific Officer | DGFS-2026 | Not specified |
Eligibility Criteria of BARC Scientific Officer Vacancies
| Post | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
| Scientific Officer (OCES) | B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engineering) / Integrated M.Tech or M.Sc in specified science disciplines with minimum 60% marks | 18 to 26 years for General category |
| Scientific Officer (DGFS) | B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engineering) / Integrated M.Tech with minimum 60% marks and valid GATE score | 18 to 26 years for General category |
Age relaxation is applicable for OBC, SC, ST, PwBD, J&K domicile and other eligible categories as per rules mentioned in the notification.
BARC Official Notification and Apply Details
Official Website: barcocesexam.in
Apply Online: APPLY LINK
Official Notification PDF: DOWNLOAD PDF