BARC 2026 Exam Notification | OCES and DGFS 2026 Eligibility, Syllabus, Selection Process, Cutoff, PDF

The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), India's premier nuclear research facility under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), recruits Scientific Officers through its prestigious training programs: OCES-2026 (Orientation Course for Engineering Graduates and Science Postgraduates) and DGFS-2026 (DAE Graduate Fellowship Scheme). These programs offer a unique opportunity for talented engineers and scientists to contribute to India's nuclear technology advancements while securing a stable, high-reward government career.

Objectives of BARC OCES/DGFS-2026

The primary goal of these programs is to train and absorb highly skilled professionals as Scientific Officers (Group A Gazetted) in DAE units, including BARC, NPCIL, and others. Successful candidates contribute to cutting-edge research in nuclear energy, reactor design, radiation technologies, and related fields. The programs emphasise hands-on training, innovative R&D, and career progression in a secure government setup.

Target Audience and Eligible Criteria for BARC

This recruitment targets fresh or recent graduates in engineering and science disciplines who aspire to a research-oriented career in atomic energy. It's ideal for those passionate about national development through advanced technology.

Eligible Disciplines:

Age Limits (as on August 1, 2026):

• General Category: 26 years
• OBC (NCL): 29 years
• SC/ST: 31 years
• Additional relaxations for certain categories (e.g., 1984 riot dependents, Kashmir domiciles) up to 31 years
• Persons with Benchmark Disability (≥40%): Age relaxation as applicable
• Minimum age: 18 years

Key Features and Benefits of BARC

• During Training :
  • Monthly Stipend: ₹74,000
  • One-time Book Allowance: ₹30,000 (for OCES)
  • Full tuition fee coverage (for DGFS)
  • Hostel accommodation provided
• After Appointment :
  • Starting Salary: ~₹1,35,000 per month (including increments based on performance)
  • Prestigious Group-A Gazetted Officer post
  • Annual air travel allowance
  • Comprehensive health scheme and other government perks

BARC Selection Process

Selection is a two-step process:

1. Screening:

• BARC Online Screening Examination : This is a computer-based test conducted in multiple engineering and science disciplines across more than fifty cities in India. No travel allowance is provided for appearing in this examination. The exam tests subject knowledge in the chosen discipline.
• OR Valid GATE Score : Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can be screened directly based on a valid GATE score from GATE-2024, GATE-2025, or GATE-2026 in the relevant subject/paper.

Candidates are advised to attempt both for better chances.

2. Selection Interview

• Only candidates who are screened in (shortlisted) through the above process are called for a personal interview. The interview assesses technical knowledge, aptitude, and suitability for a career in nuclear research and technology. Final selection is based primarily on performance in the interview.
• This process ensures selection of highly qualified candidates for training as Scientific Officers in the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) units.

Important Dates for OCES/DGFS-2026 (Tentative):

• Download Important Date PDF: BARC Notification
• Download Brochure: BARC Official Brochure

Applying and Screening

Interview and Selection

Syallbus and Cutoff of Computer Science (CS) Discipline in BARC

For CS aspirants (Code: 26), the BARC online exam covers core subjects including:

• Digital Logic
• DBMS
• Theory of Computation (TOC)
• Compiler Design
• Operating System
• Algorithms
• C Programming + Data Structures
• Computer Organization and Architecture (COA)
• Software Engineering
• Discrete Mathematics
• Computer Networks

Historical Cutoffs for CS in BARC

1. OCES / DGFS 2025 Cutoff

2. OCES / DGFS 2024 Cutoff

3. OCES / DGFS 2023 Cutoff

4. OCES / DGFS 2022 Cutoff