Advertisement Numbers: 4/2026(R-V) Application Last Date: 3/31/2026 Post Names: Junior Research Fellows (JRF)
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Advt. Details
Advertisement Number: 4/2026(R-V)
Application Start Date: 10 March 2026
Application Deadline: 31 March 2026
Total Vacancies: 105 (Indicative)
Post Name(s): Junior Research Fellows (JRF)
Location: Mumbai, Kalpakkam, Indore, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Visakhapatnam
About BARC
BARC Junior Research Fellowship 2026 is a drive by the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Mumbai, which is India’s premier nuclear research institute. It operates under the Department of Atomic Energy and focuses on frontier areas of scientific research and cutting-edge technologies. The Centre is currently offering fellowships to motivated students to pursue a Ph.D. through the Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI).
Vacancy Details
| Name of the Post | Eligibility | Maximum Age | No. of Vacancies | Monthly Stipend |
| Junior Research Fellow | M.Sc./B.S. + National Exam | 28 Years | 105 | ₹37,000 + Benefits |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Physics: M.Sc. in Physics with Mathematics at the B.Sc. level.
- Chemistry: M.Sc. in Chemistry with Physics as an ancillary subject at the B.Sc. and Mathematics at H.Sc. levels.
- Life Sciences: M.Sc. in relevant biological sciences with Physics or Chemistry as a subject at the B.Sc. level.
- Marks Requirement: Minimum 60% in B.Sc. and 55% in M.Sc. aggregate.
- National Exams: Candidates must have a valid score in UGC-CSIR-NET, JEST, GATE, ICMR-JRF, ICAR-JRF, DBT-JRB, or JGEEBILS.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 28 Years (as of 01-08-2026).
- Relaxation: OBC-NCL (+3 yrs), SC/ST (+5 yrs), and PwBD (+10 yrs).
Application Fee
- Women / SC / ST / PwBD: ₹0 (Exempted).
- Others: ₹500.
- Note: Once the fee is paid, it is non-refundable.
Selection Process
The selection process for the BARC Junior Research Fellowship 2026 includes:
- Stage 1: Screening/Scrutiny based on National Level Examination performance.
- Stage 2: Selection Interview (Final merit is based solely on interview performance).
- Stage 3: Document Verification.
- Stage 4: Medical Examination (as part of CHSS induction).
How to Apply for BARC Junior Research Fellowship 2026
- Visit the official portal at https://www.barcocesexam.in/jrf.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the personal and educational details in the online application form.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and academic mark sheets.
- Pay the application fee of ₹500 (if applicable) through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application and download the printed receipt for the interview.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Start | 10 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 March 2026 |
| Tentative Interview Period | June – July 2026 |
| Age Determination Date | 01 August 2026 |
Important Links
Notification links
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Apply Link
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Official links
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FAQs on BARC Junior Research Fellowship 2026
How many vacancies are available?
There are approximately 105 fellowships available for this recruitment year.
What is the last date to apply?
The deadline for online application submission is 31 March 2026.
Who can apply?
Indian nationals under 28 years of age with a consistently good academic record and a valid national-level test score (like GATE/NET) can apply.
What is the selection process?
Selection is based on academic screening followed by a performance-based Selection Interview at BARC Mumbai.
Where can I apply?
Applications must be submitted through the official BARC recruitment website at barcocesexam.in/jrf.
What is the salary offered?
Fellows receive a monthly stipend of ₹37,000 for the first two years, which increases to ₹42,000 (SRF) from the third year onwards.
Disclaimer
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