GATE Application Date:28 Aug' 25 - 28 Sep' 25
BARC Recruitment through GATE 2025 for OCES/DGFS - BARC Training School commenced the selection interviews of BARC recruitment 2025 through GATE 2025 on May 20, 2025. Candidates will be called for the selection interviews based on the slots chosen by them during the interview slot booking window. The authority will conclude the Selection interviews for BARC recruitment by June 13, 2025. The screening results of the BARC recruitment through GATE for individual candidates will also be updated from April 11 to June 13, 2025. Candidates must check their results before the last date, as selected candidates will be called for interviews. The final results will be posted in the last week of June 2025. Candidates can find detailed information about the BARC Recruitment through GATE exam in the article below.
The authority released the list of shortlisted students for the selection interview on April 8, 2025. Candidates who have attempted the exam can check their GATE 2025 results from March 19, 2025. The GATE 2025 scorecard is available for download till May 31, 2025.
The authority closed the online portal to choose interview slots for shortlisted candidates on April 18, 2025. The direct link to access the BARC 2025 slot booking portal is also available below. The authority commenced the slot booking and interviews from April 11, 2025. The authority closed the portal for the upload of GATE scores for BARC recruitment on April 4, 2025 by 4 PM. The BARC OCES/DGFS 2025 portal for the upload of GATE 2025/2024 or 2023 scores was opened on April 1, 2025.
The authority issued the BARC OCES/DGFS exam 2025 admit card on February 25, 2025 onwards. Moreover, candidates have to fulfil the other eligibility criteria for BARC OCES /DGFS recruitment through GATE 2025. The eligible candidates could fill the BARC OCES/DGFS application form on the website, barc.gov.in. The authority conducted the BARC OCES/DGFS exam for recruitment through GATE 2025 on March 8 & 9, 2025.
The authority conducted the allocation of online exam venue from February 12 to 20, 2025. The registration for the recruitment of Scientific Officers (Group-A post of Government of India) through its training programmes OCES 2025 and DGFS-2025 was also conducted from January 2 to February 5, 2025. The application form correction window was open from February 7 to 11, 2025.
PSU Name: Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
Programmes:
1: Orientation Course for Engineering Graduates and Science Postgraduates (OCES-2025):
It is a one-year orientation course for engineering graduates and science post-graduates for 2025-2026. The authority will conduct the program at the five BARC training schools located in Mumbai, Kalpakkam, Indore, and Hyderabad.
2: DAE Graduate Fellowship Scheme for Engineering Graduates and Physics Postgraduates (DGFS-2025):
This is a two-year program where engineering graduates and physics postgraduates excelled in the selection interviews for the BARC Training Schools’ programs and independently secured admission for M. Tech. / M. Chem. Engg. in select Institutes and specializations as specified are paid a stipend and tuition fee to pursue an M. Tech. / M. Chem. Engg. degree while retaining their employment in DAE.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
Start Date to Fill Online Application Application | January 2, 2025 |
Last day to submit online application form |
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Correction of application form | February 7 to |
Allocation of online exam Venue |
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Admit Card | February 25, 2025 |
Online exam | March 8 & 9, 2025 |
Upload GATE score |
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Display of shortlisted candidates | April 8, 2025 |
Slot booking for an interview |
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Interview dates |
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| Final selected candidates list for OCES | Last week of June 2025 |
| Last Date for Selected OCES-2025 Candidates desirous of DGFS to give details of M. Tech admission in the selected DGFS institute | First week of July 2025 |
| Declaration of List of Applicants Selected for DGFS-2025 on Online Application Portal | Second week of July 2025 |
| Medical test | July 24 to 31, 2025 |
| Commencement of OCES 2025 | August 1, 2025 |
The authorities have published the eligibility criteria for BARC recruitment through GATE 2025. Candidates can check the detailed BARC recruitment 2025 through the GATE eligibility criteria below.
S.No | Parameters | Details |
|---|---|---|
1 | Qualifying Degrees and Other Academic Requirements | OCES/DGFS-2025: For Engineering Disciplines ( (codes ME (21), CH (22), MT(23), EE(24), EC(25), CS(26), IN(27), CE(28)): Candidates must have passed B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Sc. (Engineering) / 5-year Integrated M.Tech. with a minimum of 60%* aggregate marks in one of the engineering disciplines as mentioned in the table below/ For Physics Discipline ( Code PH (41)): i. M.Sc. or Integrated M.Sc. in Physics (Physical Science)/Applied Physics with Physics and Mathematics at B.Sc./B.Tech./B.Sc. (Engg.) or at subsidiary and/or ancillary level in case of a 5-year Integrated M.Sc. OR For Chemistry Discipline (Exam Discipline Code CY (42)) : M.Sc. or Integrated M.Sc. in Chemistry: Must include Physics up to B.Sc. or up to subsidiary and/or ancillary level (for 5-year Integrated M.Sc.), Mathematics at Std. XII or at B.Sc. or at subsidiary and/or ancillary level (for 5-year Integrated M.Sc.), Must have a minimum of 60%* aggregate marks (or minimum of 6.0 CGPA on a scale of 10 or equivalent) in M.Sc. OR (For candidates without a 5-year Integrated M.Sc. degree):, Must have a minimum of 60%* aggregate marks (or minimum of 6.0 CGPA on a scale of 10 or equivalent) in B.Sc. |
For Admission to DGFS: Candidates having a qualifying degree in the Engineering disciplines (ME(21), CH(22), MT(23), EE(24), EC(25), CS(26), IN(27) & CE(28)) and who meet the corresponding eligibility criteria listed above are eligible to apply for DGFS provided they are selected for OCES-2025 and additionally secure admission for M.Tech./ M.Chem. Engg. starting in the academic year 2025-26 in select Institutes and specializations listed. | ||
2 | Final Year Students | Such candidates can also apply provided they submit the mark sheet of their final result. |
3 | Age Limit (Age as on August 1, 2025) | General Category - 26 years OBC-29 years, SC/ST–31 years, Dependents of those who died in the riots of 1984 (Dep1984) -31 years, Delhi NCR - NoidaPersons domiciled in Kashmir Division of Jammu & Kashmir State from 01/01/1980 to 31/12/1989 (Dom Kashmir) –31 years, Physically Challenged persons of all categories are eligible for an age relaxation of 10 years |
4 | Nationality | Only Indian Nationals |
5 | NOC | Candidates who are working in Central or State Governments or their Units / PSUs / Aided Institutes should produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their organization at the time of the Selection Interview |
6 | GATE Scores: | Candidates must have valid GATE 2023 / GATE 2024/GATE 2025 Scores |
7 | Non Eligible disciplines | Engineering disciplines: Aerospace, Automobile, Industrial Production, Reliability, Ceramics, Architecture, Geology, Mining, Bio-Medical Electronics / Instruments, Communication, Information Technology, Master of Computer Applications, Dyes & Dye Intermediates, Electrochemical, Energy Systems, Oils & Fats, Paints & Varnishes, Petrochemicals, Plastics, Paper, Sugar Technology, Textiles, Mechatronics will not be considered Physics disciplines: Candidates having M.Sc. with specialization in Nanoscience & Technology, Medical Physics, Chemical Physics, Astronomy, Geophysics, M.Tech. in Physics (Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology) Chemistry Disciplines: Candidates with the following degrees or specializations are NOT eligible: Nanoscience/Nanotechnology Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Textile Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Petroleum Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Chemical Science & Technology, Applied Natural Sciences. |
Photo: The image must be of 4.5 x 3.5 cm dimensions in jpg/jpeg format and the file size should not exceed 50KB
Signature: The image must be of size 2 x 4.5 cm in jpg/jpeg format and the file size should not exceed 20KB.
The conducting body of BARC commenced the registration process for BARC recruitment through GATE 2025. Candidates can check the steps given below to know the steps to fill out the application form in simple steps. Candidates must not that they will be able to proceed to each stage from the home page. Editing of the stages could also be done till the final submission is made.
Step 1 - Registration: Candidates have to enter the following
Applied Discipline (ie. Examination Discipline)
Qualifying Degree
Name
Mother’s Name
DOB
Email ID
Mobile number
Login Id: check if the login ID is available
Password: The password chosen must be 5 to 10 characters and a combination of letters, numbers and special characters
Activation: After registration, an OTP will be sent to the candidate’s registered mobile number and an activation link will be sent to the registered e-mail id. Candidates can activate their application either by clicking that link or by using the “Activate through OTP” option in the portal. The candidate can proceed further after the activation of the application.
Step 2 – Logging In and filling out the application form:
Personal Information: Candidates have to enter their details, address, and any such information that is required. They must also upload their signature and photograph as specified.
Academic Information: Candidates have to enter details of their Class 10th, and 12th, relevant degree details, and Additional Qualifications (if applicable).
Step 3 - Screening Information: Candidates will have to enter the channel which they wish to use i.e. GATE or Online entrance exam. Candidates will also have to choose the exam centres if they choose the online exam. Candidates who select GATE must upload their GATE scorecard along with their application form.
Step 4 - Payment: The application fees can be paid as per the given table online through net banking/debit card/credit card.
Application Fees and Age Limit Chart:
Category | Maximum age limit as of August 1, 2025 | Fee | Maximum age limit as on August 1, 2025 | Fee |
Candidates with No Disability | Physically challenged candidates | |||
General* | 26 years | Rs 500 + Bank charges | 36 years | Fee exempted |
OBC* | 29 years | Rs 500 + Bank charges | 39 years | Fee exempted |
SC/ST | 31 years | Fee exempted | 41 years | Fee exempted |
DODPKIA | 26 years | Fee exempted | 36 years | Fee exempted |
Dep 1984 | 31 years | Rs 500 + Bank charges | 41 years | Fee exempted |
Domicile of Kashmir | 31 years | Rs 500 + Bank charges | 41 years | Fee exempted |
* Woman candidates of all categories are exempted from paying the application fees | ||||
Note: Candidates who are exempted from paying fees could directly proceed to the Final Submission.
Step 5 - Final Submission:
Before making the final submission, candidates will have to check all the details and make any changes if they need to. The form cannot be edited once it is submitted. After submissions, a unique registration number will be generated. Candidates can view their application and print it too.
Candidates must check the exam pattern for the BARC OCES / DGFS exam online. The exam pattern includes details such as the mode of the exam, type of question, number of questions, and more. The authority will conduct the entrance test for BARC recruitment through GATE 2025 as a computer-based test. The duration of the test is 120 minutes. Below is the detailed exam pattern for BARC OCES/DGFS exam 2025.
SNo | Exam pattern | Details |
1 | Exam Mode & Language | Online with questions in English only |
2 | Type of Questions | objective type (multiple choice questions with only one correct choice of answer |
3 | Total number of questions | 100 |
4 | Duration of exam | 120 minutes |
5 | Marking scheme | Correct answer- 3 marks Wrong answer – penalty of 1 mark |
The syllabus for the Online Exam is specific to the Engineering discipline that a candidate has selected. The questions are intended to assess the basic understanding of subjects in the area of the Engineering/Science discipline selected by the candidate. Emphasis would be on the knowledge and problem-solving ability rather than on the memory of the candidate. General English, General Knowledge, Aptitude, etc are not assessed.
SNo | City Name | SNo | City Name |
1 | Agartala | 27 | Kolkata |
2 | Ahmedabad | 28 | Kota |
3 | Bengaluru | 29 | Kozhikode |
4 | Bhopal | 30 | Kurukshetra |
5 | Bhubaneswar | 31 | Lucknow |
6 | Chandigarh | 32 | Madurai |
7 | Chennai | 33 | Mangaluru |
8 | Coimbatore | 34 | Mumbai & Mumbai Suburban up to Andheri (Western) and Ghatkopar (Main)# |
9 | Darbhanga | 35 | Mumbai Suburban beyond Andheri (Western) and Navi Mumbai # |
10 | Dehradun | 36 | Nagpur |
11 | Delhi (Proper)* | 37 | Patna |
12 | Delhi NCR – Gurugram (Gurgaon)* | 38 | Prayagraj (Allahabad) |
13 | Delhi NCR - Noida* | 39 | Pune |
14 | Durgapur | 40 | Raipur |
15 | Ernakulam | 41 | Ranchi |
16 | Guwahati | 42 | Rourkela |
17 | Gwalior | 43 | Shimla |
18 | Hubli-Dharwad | 44 | Siliguri |
19 | Hyderabad | 45 | Srinagar (J&K) |
20 | Indore | 46 | Tezpur |
21 | Jabalpur | 47 | Thiruvananthapuram |
22 | Jaipur | 48 | Tirupati |
23 | Jammu | 49 | Vadodara (Baroda |
24 | Kalaburagi | 50 | Varanasi |
| 25 | Kanpur | 51 | Vijayawada |
| 26 | Kolhapur | 52 | Vishakhapatnam (Vizag) |
Candidates can download the BARC OCES/DGFES admit card 2025 after logging in using their login ID and password. Note that students will first have to book their slots as per specified dates. In addition to a printout of the admit card, candidates must also carry the following
A valid photo identity card (such as passport/driving license/Aadhar/voter’s card/identity card issued by the candidate’s college etc), and,
Original 10th (or equivalent) marks sheet.
Candidates who have availed fee exemption under the category SC/ST/Dependents of Defence Personnel Killed in Action (DODPKIA)/Physically Challenged will be required to bring valid proof of category for verification at the test centre
Mock Test for BARC Online Test for OCES/DGFS: Link will be provided soon by BARC.
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance in GATE 2023/24/25 or the BARC Online test.
Thereafter they will have to face a personal interview.
They must attend the interview with all their testimonials in original along with a set of copies.
Selection Interviews of short-listed candidates will be conducted in Mumbai (in all disciplines except Geology and Geophysics) and Hyderabad (in Geology and Geophysics).
Outstation applicants will be paid two-way second-class sleeper train fare, from their registered residential address, by the shortest route or actual fare whichever is less.
Candidates who clear the interview will be selected as “Scientific Officers”.
Candidates can choose their interview slots by logging in.
Appointment in all the units shall be as a Scientific Officer 'C' (SO/C) in Level 10 - ₹ 56,100 of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix
Appointment will be at the beginning of the pay scale with OCES TSOs getting two or three increments depending on their performance during the OCES program and the DGFS Fellows# getting three or four increments depending on their performance in M. Tech. / M. Chem. Engg. and four-month Orientation Course for DGFS Fellows (OCDF).
#DGFS Fellows whose performance in the M.Tech./M.Chem.Engg. and OCDF programs that are below a specified threshold will get zero increments.
Monthly emoluments (with three increments) at the time of joining including Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and Transport Allowance at the present Mumbai rate, will be approximately ₹1,34,000.
In addition, other Allowances such as Leave Travel Concession by air, every year up to the first eight years (subject to conditions) and once in two years thereafter, Children's Education Allowance, and Professional Update Allowance are also payable.
A comprehensive Contributory Health Service Scheme or equivalent for employees and their dependent family members is also available at all DAE Units.
BARC cutoff is the minimum mark required to score by candidates to pass the exam. Candidates scoring more than or equal to the cutoff shall be eligible to participate in BARC recruitment through the GATE 2025 selection process. The authorities will release the BARC cutoff on the official website. Until the official cutoff is released candidates can check the previous year cutoff.
| GATE Paper | Category | Cutoff |
| Civil Engineering (CE) | General | 855 |
| OBC | 855 | |
| SC | 855 | |
| ST | 855 | |
| EWS | 855 | |
| General (PwD) | 855 | |
| OBC (PwD) | 855 | |
| SC (PwD) | 855 | |
| ST (PwD) | 855 | |
| EWS (PwD) | 855 | |
| Chemical Engineering (CH) | General | 725 |
| OBC | 725 | |
| SC | 725 | |
| ST | 725 | |
| EWS | 725 | |
| General (PwD) | 725 | |
| OBC (PwD) | 725 | |
| SC (PwD) | 725 | |
| ST (PwD) | 725 | |
| EWS (PwD) | 725 | |
| Computer Science and Information Technology (CS) | General | 880 |
| OBC | 880 | |
| SC | 880 | |
| ST | 880 | |
| EWS | 880 | |
| General (PwD) | 880 | |
| OBC (PwD) | 880 | |
| SC (PwD) | 880 | |
| ST (PwD) | 880 | |
| EWS (PwD) | 880 | |
| Chemistry (CY) | General | 775 |
| OBC | 775 | |
| SC | 775 | |
| ST | 775 | |
| EWS | 775 | |
| General (PwD) | 775 | |
| OBC (PwD) | 775 | |
| SC (PwD) | 775 | |
| ST (PwD) | 775 | |
| EWS (PwD) | 775 | |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC) | General | 840 |
| OBC | 840 | |
| SC | 840 | |
| ST | 840 | |
| EWS | 840 | |
| General (PwD) | 840 | |
| OBC (PwD) | 840 | |
| SC (PwD) | 840 | |
| ST (PwD) | 840 | |
| EWS (PwD) | 840 | |
| Electrical Engineering (EE) | General | 859 |
| OBC | 859 | |
| SC | 859 | |
| ST | 859 | |
| EWS | 859 | |
| General | 859 | |
| OBC | 859 | |
| SC | 859 | |
| ST | 859 | |
| EWS | 859 | |
| Geology and Geophysics (GG) | General | 730 |
| OBC | 730 | |
| SC | 730 | |
| ST | 730 | |
| EWS | 730 | |
| General | 730 | |
| OBC | 730 | |
| SC | 730 | |
| ST | 730 | |
| EWS | 730 | |
| Instrumentation Engineering | General | 770 |
| OBC | 770 | |
| SC | 770 | |
| ST | 770 | |
| EWS | 770 | |
| General (PwD) | 770 | |
| OBC (PwD) | 770 | |
| SC (PwD) | 770 | |
| ST (PwD) | 770 | |
| EWS (PwD) | 770 | |
| Mechanical Engineering (ME) | General | 830 |
| OBC | 830 | |
| SC | 830 | |
| ST | 830 | |
| EWS | 830 | |
| General (PwD) | 830 | |
| OBC (PwD) | 830 | |
| SC (PwD) | 830 | |
| ST (PwD) | 830 | |
| EWS (PwD) | 830 | |
| Metallurgical Engineering (MT) | General | 722 |
| OBC | 722 | |
| SC | 722 | |
| ST | 722 | |
| EWS | 722 | |
| General | 722 | |
| OBC | 722 | |
| SC | 722 | |
| ST | 722 | |
| EWS | 722 | |
| Physics (PH) | General | 720 |
| OBC | 720 | |
| SC | 720 | |
| ST | 720 | |
| EWS | 720 | |
| General (PwD) | 720 | |
| OBC (PwD) | 720 | |
| SC (PwD) | 720 | |
| ST (PwD) | 720 | |
| EWS (PwD) | 720 | |
| XL Food Technology | General | 830 |
| OBC | 830 | |
| SC | 830 | |
| ST | 830 | |
| EWS | 830 | |
| General (PwD) | 830 | |
| OBC (PwD) | 830 | |
| SC (PwD) | 830 | |
| ST (PwD) | 830 | |
| EWS (PwD) | 830 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The authority will release the results for the BARC recruitment in the last week of June 2025.
No, candidates can only use the last 3 years scorecards to apply for BARC Recruitment. Hence, they can only apply using the GATE 2023, 2024 & 2025 scorecards.
On Question asked by student community
Hello
As an EEE (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) graduate, your core GATE paper is EE (Electrical Engineering).
You can also choose papers like IN (Instrumentation) or EC (Electronics and Communication) if you're comfortable. GATE now allows two-paper combinations EE plus IN is a valid pair.
Choose based on your strengths and future goals (e.g., PSU jobs, M.Tech). Always check the latest GATE brochure for updated paper codes and combinations.
How to clear GATE Exam :
First, know the syllabus and exam pattern.
Make a small study plan and follow it every week.
Read from good books or trusted online notes.
Practice old GATE question papers.
Give mock tests to check speed and accuracy.
Revise your notes and formulas again and again.
How to get Job in PSU:
Score high in GATE, because PSUs take only top ranks.
Keep checking PSU job notices regularly.
Apply on time with your GATE score.
Be ready for interviews or group discussions.
Work on subject knowledge and also your communication skills.
Yes, it will be acceptable. In GATE registration, the name should match your valid photo ID proof in terms of spelling, not the order. Many Indian IDs have surname written first, while the portal generates it as first–middle–last. Since all three parts of your name (Vikash, Rameshbhai, Bhagel) are correct, there won’t be any issue. Just ensure you upload the correct ID proof. During verification, they check spelling, photo, and signature, not the word order.
Hello,
Yes, you can change your category from General to OBC during the GATE 2026 correction window.
GATE always allows candidates to correct details like category. You will need to pay a small correction fee for this change. Make sure you upload a valid OBC certificate as per the format and date mentioned by GATE.
So, wait for the correction window, log in to your application, and update your category to OBC.
Hope it helps !
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