BARC Recruitment 2026 is a fantastic opportunity for medical professionals and science graduates looking to build a career with the Government of India. The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 (R-IV) inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for 21 vacancies. These posts include Scientific Officers and Technical Officers in specialized fields like Cardiology, ENT, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and Hospital Administration. The selected candidates will be posted in BARC Mumbai, RMC Mumbai, or RMRC Kolkata, with excellent salaries under the Pay Matrix Levels 10, 11, and 12. The application link activates on January 30, 2026, so make sure to check your eligibility and apply before the deadline on February 27, 2026.
BARC Recruitment 2026 Overview
Criteria
Details
Organization Name
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)
Post Names
Scientific Officer (Medical) & Technical Officer
Advertisement Number
01/2026 (R-IV)
Total Vacancies
21 Posts
Job Location
Mumbai & Kolkata (All India Transfer Liability)
Category
Central Government Jobs (Medical/Scientific)
Official Website
www.barc.gov.in / recruit.barc.gov.in
BARC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date / Timing
Notification Release Date
January 2026
Application Start Date
30/01/2026 (10:00 Hrs)
Last Date For Registration
27/02/2026 (23:59 Hrs)
Last Date For Fee Payment
27/02/2026
Admit Card Release Date
To be notified later
Exam/Interview Date
To be notified later
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS (Male)
₹ 500/-
SC / ST Candidates
₹ 0/- (Exempted)
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability)
₹ 0/- (Exempted)
Women Candidates (All Categories)
₹ 0/- (Exempted)
Payment Mode
Online Only (Through ‘Make Payment’ option)
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Age Limit (As on 27/02/2026)
Minimum Age
18 Years for all posts
Max Age: SO/E (Post DR/01, DR/02, DR/11)
50 Years
Max Age: SO/D (Post DR/02 to DR/07, DR/09, DR/12)
40 Years
Max Age: Tech Officer/D (Post DR/10, DR/13)
40 Years
Max Age: SO/C (Post DR/08)
35 Years
Age Relaxation (SC/ST)
5 Years (Only for posts reserved for SC/ST)
Age Relaxation (PwBD – Unreserved)
5 Years (For Post Code DR/08)
Age Relaxation (Others)
As per Govt. of India/DAE Orders (Ex-Servicemen, 1984 Riot Victims, etc.)
MBBS/BDS + PG Degree/Diploma in Hospital Admin + 3 to 8 Years Exp. (Depends on Grade).
DR/03 ENT
MBBS + MS/MD/DNB in ENT.
DR/04 Radiology
MBBS + MD/DNB in Radio-diagnosis OR MBBS + Diploma + 3 Years Exp.
DR/05 Ophthalmology
MBBS + MS/DNB in Ophthalmology.
DR/06 Pathology
MBBS + MD/DNB in Pathology.
DR/07 Anaesthesiology
MBBS + MD/DNB in Anaesthesia.
DR/08 General Duty MO
MBBS + 1 Year Institutional Experience.
DR/09, DR/11, DR/12 Nuclear Medicine
MBBS + MD/DNB in Nuclear Medicine (+ Experience for SO/E).
DR/10, DR/13 Technical Officer
M.Sc (60%) + DMRIT/DNMT/DFIT (50%) OR M.Sc in Nuclear Medicine Tech (60%). Experience required.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Category
Vacancies
Unreserved (UR)
20 Posts
Scheduled Caste (SC)
01 Post (Specifically for DR/08)
Other Categories
Candidates from other categories can apply against UR posts but without relaxation.
PwBD Reservation
1 Post reserved within DR/08 (LD-OL/LD-OA/HH).
State-Wise Vacancy Details
Location/Scope
Details
Who Can Apply?
All India (Eligible Indian Citizens from any state).
Initial Posting Locations
BARC (Mumbai), RMC (Mumbai), RMRC (Kolkata).
Transfer Liability
Candidates are liable to be posted to any BARC/DAE unit across India.
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Requirement
Education Proof
Mark sheets (Year/Semester wise) & Degree Certificates.
Age Proof
10th (Matriculation) Certificate or Birth Certificate.
Caste Certificate
SC/ST/OBC Certificate in prescribed format (if applicable).
Disability Certificate
PwBD Certificate in Govt format (if applicable).
No Objection Certificate
NOC is mandatory for candidates already working in Govt/PSU.
Experience Proof
Experience certificates as per the post requirement.
BARC Recruitment 2026 Syllabus Overview
Component
Details
Selection Mode
Primarily based on Personal Interview.
Screening Test
If application volume is high, a Screening Test may be conducted.
Syllabus Content
Questions will be based on the specific academic discipline (e.g., Cardiology, General Medicine, Nuclear Medicine, Hospital Administration) and practical knowledge related to the job duties.
Selection Process
Stage
Description
Stage 1: Screening (Optional)
A screening test may be held to shortlist candidates if the number of applicants is large.
Stage 2: Interview
Final selection is based purely on performance in the Personal Interview.
Verification
Original documents must be produced at the time of the interview.
What is the last date to apply for BARC Recruitment 2026?
The online application process for BARC Recruitment 2026 ends on February 27, 2026, at 23:59 hours. The application link opens on January 30, 2026.
Who is eligible to apply for the Scientific Officer and Technical Officer posts?
Eligibility varies by post; Scientific Officer roles generally require an MBBS with MD/MS/DNB in relevant specialties, while Technical Officer roles require an M.Sc. with 60% marks and specialized diplomas like DMRIT or DNMT.
What is the application fee for BARC Recruitment 2026?
General, OBC, and EWS male candidates must pay a fee of ₹ 500. SC, ST, PwBD, and all women candidates are completely exempted from paying the application fee.
What is the age limit for the various positions at BARC?
The maximum age limit depends on the post grade: 50 years for SO/E, 40 years for SO/D and Technical Officer/D, and 35 years for SO/C, as of February 27, 2026.
How are candidates selected for these vacancies?
Selection is primarily based on a Personal Interview. However, if there are a high number of applicants, BARC may conduct a preliminary screening test to shortlist candidates for the interview stage.
What is the starting salary for a Scientific Officer at BARC?
The starting basic pay ranges from ₹ 56,100 (Level 10) to ₹ 78,800 (Level 12) depending on the post, plus Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) for medical officers and other government benefits.
Where will the selected candidates be posted?
Initial postings will be at BARC Mumbai, RMC Mumbai, or RMRC Kolkata. However, candidates have all-India transfer liability to any BARC or DAE unit across the country.
