BARC OCES 2026 Overview
BARC OCES 2026 is a competitive government examination. Check the official notification for complete details on eligibility, exam dates, syllabus and salary.
| Exam Name | BARC OCES 2026 — �� �� Scientific Officer Recruitment (OCES/DGFS) |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | BARC OCES |
| Level | National |
| Mode | Offline |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Language | English & Hindi |
| Total Vacancies | TBD |
| Official Website | barcoces.nic.in |
| Negative Marking | -.297 |
Important Dates — BARC OCES 2026
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Release | December 19, 2025 | Released |
| Application Start | Check notification | Open |
| Application End | Check notification | Closed |
| Admit Card | Check notification | Awaited |
| Exam Date | Check notification | Scheduled |
| Answer Key | Check notification | Awaited |
| Result Declaration | Last week of June 2026 | Awaited |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet eligibility criteria for BARC OCES 2026 as per the official notification.
Educational Qualification
Graduate from a recognized university. Check official notification for specific requirements.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | 18 – 40 years |
| SC / ST | SC/ST: 5 years relaxation |
| PwD | PwD: 10 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per government norms |
Always verify eligibility from the official notification before applying.
Selection Process
Overview
Overview as per the official BARC OCES 2026 pattern.
Important Dates
Candidates shortlisted after written exam are called for verification.
Eligibility
Final selection based on written score and document verification.
Exam Pattern 2026
BARC OCES 2026 exam. Negative marking: -.297.
| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| BARC Online Exam – Technical Knowledge (Discipline-specific) | Core engineering or science subject content at B.E./B.Tech or M.Sc. level. For Electronics: Circuits, Signals, Control Systems, Electromagnetics. For Mechanical: Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Manufacturing, Machine Design. For CS: Data Structures, Algorithms, Operating Systems, Computer Networks. Exam tests both fundamental concepts and applied problem-solving. | 100 | 2 Hours |
| BARC Online Exam – General Aptitude | Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability, Quantitative Aptitude — standard engineering aptitude at GATE-equivalent level | 50 | 2 Hours |
| Total | 100 | 400 | 2 Hours |
Negative Marking: -.297. Verify from official notification.
Syllabus 2026
BARC OCES 2026 syllabus covers the following subjects as per the official notification.
BARC OCES — Core Subjects
- General Studies
- Aptitude & Reasoning
- Current Affairs
BARC OCES — Advanced Topics
- English Language
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Reasoning Ability
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Salary 2026
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| Post | Basic Pay | DA | HRA | Gross | In-Hand |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BARC OCES | As per notification | — | — | — | As per notification |
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