BARC Junior Research Fellowship 2025: Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Mumbai, a premier institute under the Government of India, invites applications for Junior Research Fellowships (JRFs) in Physical, Chemical and Life Sciences. Selected candidates will register for Ph.D. in Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI). The program offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in nuclear energy and related scientific disciplines.
BARC Junior Research Fellowship 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 28/04/2025 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 19/05/2025 |
| Tentative Interview Dates | June-July 2025 |
| Fellowship Name | Number of Positions | Stipend | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | 105 (Indicative) | ₹37,000/month (first 2 years), ₹42,000/month (as SRF from 3rd year) | 5 years maximum |
- General: Less than 28 years as on 01-08-2025
- OBC-NCL: Up to 31 years (3 years relaxation)
- SC/ST: Up to 33 years (5 years relaxation)
- PwBD: Up to 38 years (10 years relaxation)
Note: Only SSC/Matriculation Certificate or Birth Certificate accepted as proof of date of birth.
A. Mandatory National Level Examination (Valid as on 01-08-2025):
- UGC-CSIR-NET Fellowship (SLET/Lectureship not eligible)
- JEST Score
- ICMR-JRF Test, ICAR-JRF Test
- DBT-JRB Biotechnology Eligibility Test
- GATE Score in Physics/Chemistry/Life Sciences/Biotechnology
- JGEEBILS
B. Educational Qualifications:
- M.Sc. candidates: Minimum 60% aggregate in B.Sc. and 55% in M.Sc.
- Integrated M.Sc./B.S-M.S: Minimum 55% aggregate
- 4-year B.S. degree: Minimum 75% aggregate
- Candidates awaiting final results may apply with certain conditions
C. Subject Requirements:
- Physics: Mathematics at B.Sc. level
- Chemistry: Physics at B.Sc. level and Mathematics at H.Sc. level
- Life Sciences: Physics/Chemistry/Biochemistry/allied Chemistry at B.Sc. level
Note: Several specializations are explicitly excluded - refer to original notification for details.
- Application Screening: Based on academic performance and qualifying exam scores
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview at BARC, Mumbai
- Final Selection: Based on interview performance
The decision of the Selection Committee will be final and binding.
- Application Mode: Online only at https://recruit.barc.gov.in
- Application Fee:
- ₹500/- (General/OBC)
- Exempted for Women/SC/ST/PwBD candidates
- Required Documents:
- All educational mark sheets and certificates (SSC to highest qualification)
- Qualifying examination score card
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Passport size photograph and signature
- Important Notes:
- Multiple applications will lead to disqualification
- All information must be correct as per SSC certificate
- No changes allowed after final submission
- Official Website: http://www.barc.gov.in
- Application Portal: https://recruit.barc.gov.in
- Contact Email: jrf@barc.gov.in
- Stipend: ₹37,000/month (JRF), ₹42,000/month (SRF from 3rd year)
- Contingency Grant: ₹60,000/year including book allowance
- Accommodation: Subsidized hostel accommodation (mandatory)
- Medical: Eligible for Contributory Health Services Scheme
- TA for Interview: Reimbursement of Third AC rail fare by shortest route
Physical Sciences:
Charged Particle Accelerator Development, Nuclear Physics, Astrophysics, Plasma Physics, Laser Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, Quantum Materials, Nanomaterials, etc.
Chemical Sciences:
Materials Chemistry, Nuclear Materials, Electrochemistry, Catalysis, Nuclear and Radiochemistry, Actinide Chemistry, Radiopharmaceuticals, etc.
Life Sciences:
Cancer Biology, Immunology, Nuclear Medicine, Structural Biology, Bioremediation, Plant Biotechnology, Food Preservation, Biosensors, etc.
