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BARC Scientific Officer Syllabus 2027
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Scientific Officer (via GATE) Recruitment
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Department of Atomic EnergyGATE Score-based Written Test + Interview (CBT Online)Annual — BARC Scientific Officer recruitment is notified each year
Total Questions100
Duration60 min
Total Marks100
Marking Scheme+1 for correct, -0.25 for wrong answer (in BARC-specific written test)
Exam Pattern
| # | Subject / Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Technical Subject (Core Engineering/Science — 100 Questions) | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
Syllabus by Subject
Eligibility & Attempts
EEligibility Criteria
B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc. in relevant discipline with minimum 60% marks; valid GATE score in corresponding paper is mandatory for shortlisting
ANumber of Attempts
Age limit: up to 26 years for general (30 for OBC, 31 for SC/ST); GATE score validity for 3 years
Exam Schedule
Frequency
Annual — BARC Scientific Officer recruitment is notified each year
Next Exam Date
To be announced
Registration Opens
To be announced
Preparation Tips
- 1GATE score is the primary gate (the pun is intended) — rank in the top 500–1000 in your discipline to be competitive for BARC shortlisting; treat GATE preparation as the foundation.
- 2The BARC written test is entirely subject-specific and harder than GATE in depth — solve advanced textbook problems and BARC previous year papers beyond GATE PYQs.
- 3For the interview, study BARC's annual reports and current research focus areas; being able to discuss topics like fast breeder reactors, thorium cycle, or nuclear waste reprocessing makes a strong impression.
- 4The OCES selection also considers academic record: a strong aggregate throughout B.Tech plus GATE rank gives you a holistic competitive profile for BARC.
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