Launch Your Career in Atomic Energy with Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)

The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) is offering exciting opportunities for engineering graduates and science post-graduates to join their prestigious training programs through the OCES-2025 and DGFS-2025 scheme. This is a unique gateway to a fulfilling career in atomic energy research and development at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) and its affiliated institutions.

OCES & DGFS Training Programs

One-Year Orientation Course for Engineering Graduates and Science Post Graduates (OCES): This one-year program provides intensive training at BARC Training School and its affiliates.
Two-Year DAE Graduate Fellowship Scheme (DGFS): This program allows candidates to pursue an M.Tech. degree in specific specializations at various Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).

Eligibility Criteria

Must be an Engineering Graduate or Science Post-Graduate with a minimum of 60% marks.
Age limit: 26 years old.

Selection Process

The selection process involves two stages:

Initial Screening: Candidates can qualify for the screening process either through a valid GATE score (GATE 2023, 2024, or 2025) in the relevant discipline or by appearing for an online test conducted by BARC on March 8 & 9, 2025.

Selection Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews in Mumbai and Hyderabad during May-June 2025.

Benefits of OCES & DGFS

Trainee Scientific Officers (TSOs) and DGFS Fellows receive a handsome stipend of ₹74,000 per month during training.
A one-time book allowance of ₹30,000 is provided.
DGFS Fellows receive tuition fee reimbursement for their M.Tech. program.
Additional financial support is available for M.Tech. project expenses and research under the BRNS Fast Track Project Scheme.

Successful Career Path

Upon successful completion of the training program, candidates will be recruited as Scientific Officers in Group-A gazetted positions at various DAE units across India. These positions offer attractive salaries (Pay Level-10 of the 7th Pay Commission: ₹56100-177500 with starting salary of ₹63000) and excellent career progression opportunities.

DAE Units Offering Positions

Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Mumbai
Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam
Raja Ramanna Centre for Advanced Technology (RRCAT), Indore
And many more… (Refer to the official notification for the complete list)

Additional Training Scheme Options

FRT-M (Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering)
FRT-E (Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering)
QA&QC (Mechanical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering)
RSES (Nuclear Engineering, Physics, and Chemistry)

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit an online application at the BARC Online Examination website between January 1, 2025, and January 26, 2025.

Application Fee

₹500 (online payment through SBI)
No fee for Women, SC/ST/PWD, and DODPKIA candidates

Important Links

BARC Online Examination Website: https://www.barcocesexam.in

Don’t Miss This Opportunity

If you are a bright and motivated graduate with a passion for science and technology, this is an exceptional opportunity to launch a rewarding career in the field of atomic energy. Research the available training programs, ensure you meet the eligibility criteria, and submit your application before the deadline.