The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) through Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) invites online applications for the Doctoral Fellowship Scheme (DDFS) 2026 for engineering post-graduates. Selected candidates will pursue a full-time PhD programme under the aegis of Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI), commencing from the 3rd week of July 2026. The selection process consists of an Online Screening Test (CBT) followed by a Selection Interview. Selected candidates will receive a monthly fellowship of βΉ80,000, along with an annual contingency grant, medical benefits, and hostel accommodation. This programme offers an excellent opportunity to conduct advanced research at premier institutions such as BARC, IGCAR, IPR, VECC, and RRCAT. π Note: This recruitment is for a PhD Research Fellowship (fellowship-based programme). The βContractualβ job type is used only for website filtering purposes. This is not a permanent government job, internship, or apprenticeship.
Authority - Central Government
Application Mode - Online
Job Type - Contractual
Advertisement - DDFS-2026
Posted On
22 Dec 2025, 09:06 am
Total Posts
Not Specified
Organization
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) under Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI)
Application Start Date: 22-12-2025
Application Last Date: 21-01-2026
Correction Window: 07-02-2026 to 14-02-2026
Admit Card Release: 25-02-2026 onwards
Online CBT Exam: 14 & 15-03-2026
Interview Dates: 16-06-2026 to 18-06-2026
Final Result: Last week of June 2026
Programme Start: 3rd week of July 2026
General / OBC (Male): βΉ500 + Bank Charges
SC / ST / PwD: Exempted
Female / Transgender: Exempted
Payment Mode: Online (SBI Payment Gateway)
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age (General): 28 Years
OBC (NCL): 31 Years
SC / ST: 33 Years
PwD: Additional 10 Years
Relaxation: As per Govt. rules
PG Degree: M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc (Engg.)/Integrated M.Tech with minimum 60% marks
UG Degree: B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engineering) with minimum 60% marks
Discipline: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Electronics, CS, Instrumentation, Civil, Metallurgy
| Sl. No | Post Name | No. of Posts | Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DAE Doctoral Fellow (PhD) | Not Specified | M.Tech / M.E. | βΉ80,000/month + benefits |
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