Vacancy for Engineer and Scientist Posts at Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)
This article provides information regarding the vacancy for the post of Engineer and Scientist at the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) through its training programs, OCES-2025 and DGFS-2025. The approximate monthly salary is ₹1,34,000/- (with three increments), and there are multiple vacancies across various disciplines.
Organization: Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) Training Schools.
Post: Scientific Officer (Group-A post of the Government of India)
Stipend During Training: ₹74,000/- per month for both OCES TSOs and DGFS Fellows. OCES TSOs receive an additional one-time book allowance of ₹30,000/-. DGFS Fellows also receive tuition fee reimbursement, a contingency grant, and additional funding for their M.Tech. project.
Salary After Training: Level 10 (Basic pay- ₹56,100/-) of 7th CPC Pay Matrix with additional allowances.
Training Programs: One-Year Orientation Course for Engineering Graduates & Science Postgraduates (OCES-2025) and Two-Year DAE Graduate Fellowship Scheme for Engineering Graduates (DGFS-2025).
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria vary based on the chosen discipline. A minimum of 60% aggregate marks (or equivalent CGPA) is generally required. Here's a summary:
Discipline | Qualifying Degree | GATE Paper |
Mechanical Engineering | B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc.(Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering | ME |
Chemical Engineering | B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc.(Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering, Electrochemical Engg | CH |
Metallurgical Engineering | B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc.(Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech. in Metallurgy/Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science etc. | MT |
Electrical Engineering | B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc.(Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech. in Electrical Engineering/Electrical & Electronics Engineering | EE |
Electronics Engineering | B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc.(Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech. in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engg etc. | EC |
Computer Science | B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc.(Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering | CS |
Instrumentation Engg. | B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc.(Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech. in Instrumentation Engg, Instrumentation & Controls Engg, Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engg etc. | IN |
Civil Engineering | B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc.(Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech. in Civil Engineering | CE |
Physics | M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. in Physics; or B.E./B.Tech./Integrated M.Tech. in Engineering Physics | PH |
Chemistry | M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. in Chemistry | CY |
Biosciences | M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. in Biosciences, Life Sciences, Agriculture, Biochemistry etc.; or B.E./B.Tech in Food Technology | XL or BT |
Geology | M.Sc. or equivalent M.Tech. in Geology, Applied Geology, Applied Geochemistry; or 5 or 6-year Integrated M.Tech in Geological Technology | GG |
Age Limit
Category | Maximum Age (as on August 1, 2025) |
General | 26 years |
OBC (Non Creamy Layer) | 29 years |
SC/ST | 31 years |
Dep. 1984 | 31 years |
Dom Kashmir | 31 years |
Minimum age: 18 years
Important Dates
Launching of Online Application Portal for OCES/DGFS-2025: 2nd January 2025 (Tentative)
Last date for Online Application OCES/DGFS-2025: 26th January 2025
Correction window for online application OCES/DGFS-2025: 7th Feb.-14th Feb. 2025
Allocation of online exam Venue: 15th Feb. - 25th Feb. 2025
Online Examination OCES/DGFS-2025: 8th & 9th March 2025
Candidates to upload their GATE-2025 score: 19th March - 24th March 2025
Display of List of candidates shortlisted for Interview: First week of April 2025
Availability based option to select Interview Slot: 17th April-24th April 2025
Selection Interviews: 19th May-13th June 2025
Display of List of Candidates finally selected for OCES-2025: Last week of June 2025
Last Date for Selected OCES-2025 Candidates desirous of DGFS-2025 to give details of M.Tech. admission: 1st week of July 2025
Declaration of List of Applicants Selected for DGFS-2025: 2nd week of July 2025
Pre-employment Medical Test for Selected Candidates: 24th July 31st July 2025
Commencement of OCES/DGFS-2025: 1st August 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the selection process? The selection process involves a two-step procedure: screening based on online examination or GATE score, followed by a selection interview.
What is the stipend amount? The stipend during training is ₹74,000/- per month for both OCES and DGFS programs, with additional allowances for OCES.
Where can I find more details? Visit the official website: https://www.barcocesexam.in for detailed information and application procedures.