BARC
BARC stands for the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, a premier Indian multidisciplinary research and development institution in Mumbai, India, under the Department of Atomic Energy.
BARC Exam
The BARC exam is a national-level competitive exam held by Bharat Atomic Research Centre to recruit Trainee Scientific Officers.
Exam Details
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Total questions | 100 |
| Format | Objective (MCQ’S) |
| Language | English |
| Marking scheme | +3 for correct answer -1 for wrong answer |
| Tools | A virtual calculator is available, but physical calculators are not allowed. |
| Eligibility | An Indian citizen, typically up to 26 years and education qualifications such as B.E./B. Tech./B.Sc. (Engineering)/5-year Integrated M. Tech. degree with at least 60% aggregate marks is generally required |
BARC Exam Syllabus
The syllabus for the BARC exam is based on your branch and includes core branches of engineering or science as well as general aptitude. Representative cores include topics such as 'Electrical Circuits', 'Thermodynamics', 'Data Structures' and 'Structural Analysis,' depending upon the student's discipline of study. The questions from general aptitude are based on verbal and analytical reasoning, data interpretation, and mathematics.
Engineering Disciplines
| Engineering field | Description |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | Network Analysis, Power Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Machines, Power Electronics. |
| Mechanical Engineering | Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Theory of Machines, Manufacturing. |
| Civil Engineering | Geotechnical Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Structural Analysis, RCC & Steel Structures. |
| Computer Science | C Programming, Data Structures, Operating Systems, Computer Networks, Theory of Computation. |
| Electronics and Communication | Network Theory, Signals & Systems, Analog & Digital Electronics, Communication Systems. |
General Aptitude and Science Subjects
| Subject | Description |
|---|---|
| Physics | Thermodynamics, Quantum Mechanics, Electromagnetic Theory, and Classical Mechanics are some of the topics. |
| Chemistry | Physical, Organic, and Inorganic Chemistry concepts like chemical kinetics, coordination compounds, and reaction mechanisms. |
| Engineering Mathematics | Calculus, Differential Equations, Algebra, Probability, and Statistics are common across disciplines. |
| General Aptitude | Includes numerical computation, estimation, data interpretation (graphs, tables), verbal aptitude (English grammar, vocabulary), and analytical and spatial aptitude (logic, patterns). |
BARC Recruitment
BARC recruitment provides jobs for Scientific/Technical Officers, Scientific Assistants and Technician and select on-line exam / GATE score and / or interview.
How to Find and Apply for BARC Jobs
- Check the official website
- Look for administrative posts
- Check other sections
- Watch for notifications
BARC OCES
BARC OCES stands for Orientation Course for Engineering Graduates and Science Postgraduates, a recruitment training program conducted by the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) to train scientific officers in the field of nuclear science and technology.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Education qualification in related field
- Minimum of 60% aggregate marks or a 6.0 CGPA
- A valid GATE score from 2023, 2024, or 2025 is required in a discipline relevant to your engineering or science degree
- Age limit is 26 years
- Candidates must meet the BARC's medical fitness standard
BARC Salary
BARC provides initial basic pay of ₹56,100 per month for posts such as Scientific Officer/C while total in hand salary amounts to approximately ₹1.34 lakh which includes allowances. During OCES training (Orientation Course for Engineering and Science graduates), ₹55,000 per month is provided as a stipend, one time book allowance of 18,000).
Nuclear Engineering
Nuclear engineering is the branch of engineering concerned with the application of the breakdown as well as the fusion of atomic nuclei and/or the application of other sub-atomic processes, based on the principles of nuclear physics.
Key Aspects include
- Nuclear energy production
- Medical applications
- Research and development
- Radiation safety and waste management
- Other applications
Engineering Jobs in BARC
Engineering jobs at the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) are also offered for positions of Trainee Scientific Officer (Scientific Officer) through OCES/DGFS programs, and technical positions—and these can range from being appointed as a Scientific Assistant or even as Technician.
How to apply
- For the latest recruitment notifications such as OCES/DGFS program visit the official careers portal of BARC. You can refer to the latest notification at the official website of BARC career portal.
- Applications are predominantly done on-line and should be in response to the specific recruitment advertisement.
How to Get in BARC Without GATE
You can get into the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) without a GATE score by taking the BARC Online Exam as part of the OCES/DGFS recruitment program. BARC considers both its own exam and a valid GATE score for screening candidates for the Selection Interview.
How to get in without GATE
Apply for the BARC Online Exam
- Visit the BARC official website
- Register and fill the form
- Choose the screening channel
- Meet eligibility
Prepare for online exam
- Target technical subjects
- Manage your time
- Be accurate
Perform well in the interview
- Attend the interview
- Focus on the interview
FAQ'S
Q1. What are the requirements to get selected in BARC?
Ans. You can enter Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) through the training programs- Orientation Course for Engineering Graduates and Science Post Graduates (OCES), and the DAE Graduate Fellowship Scheme (DGFS). There is a twofold process for selection: qualifying in screening test/interview Or an acceptable GATE score.
Q2. How to get into BARC?
Ans. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or a master’s degree in science with 60% + marks, should be of Indian nationality and fall within the age limit (26 years specifically for general category) are eligible to apply for BARC.
Q3. How to crack the BARC exam?
Ans. Study Plan – Make a study plan to cover the entire syllabus Study Material – Get the best books that can help you understand your basic concepts and test your knowledge with previous years’ papers and mock tests.
Q4. The GATE or the BARC online tests?
Ans. of easier level than GATE exam, direct question and less complicated questions of formula base rather than conceptual. But, the selection process of BARC will definitely be tougher as there is a very tough technical interview after the online test! Though GATE are bit more tricky and concept oriented kind, but three hours time is abundant whereas BARC generally -ve marked / people find difficulty in completing all questions because of large number.