BARC, Mumbai has announced Research Associate (RA) Fellowships through Advertisement. These fellowships are for research work in areas like nuclear science, chemistry, materials, lasers, plasma technologies, agriculture and other advanced fields.
Fresh PhD holders can apply for these positions. Selected candidates will get the chance to work with senior scientists at BARC, Trombay, Mumbai.
BARC Research Associate 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) |
| Advertisement No. | 3/2026(R-V) |
| Post Name | Research Associate (RA-I / RA-II / RA-III) |
| Total Vacancies | 56 |
| Job Location | Trombay, Mumbai |
| Application Mode | Offline (by Post) |
| Last Date | 24/04/2026 |
| Official Website | www.barc.gov.in |
BARC RA Vacancy Details
There are 56 Research Associate positions spread across 25 different R&D projects.
| Name of the Research Project | No. of RA |
|---|---|
| Radiochemical Research and Chemical Quality Control (CQC) for Nuclear Fuels and Reactor Materials | 1 |
| Radiochemical Research and Chemical Quality Control (CQC) for Nuclear Fuels and Reactor Materials | 1 |
| Radiochemical Research and Chemical Quality Control (CQC) for Nuclear Fuels and Reactor Materials | 1 |
| Radiochemical Research and Chemical Quality Control (CQC) for Nuclear Fuels and Reactor Materials | 1 |
| Radiochemical Research and Chemical Quality Control (CQC) for Nuclear Fuels and Reactor Materials | 1 |
| Development of Laser, Plasma, Electron Beam Technologies and their Applications | 2 |
| Development of Laser, Plasma, Electron Beam Technologies and their Applications | 1 |
| Development of Laser, Plasma, Electron Beam Technologies and their Applications | 1 |
| Development of Laser, Plasma, Electron Beam Technologies and their Applications | 1 |
| Development of Laser, Plasma, Electron Beam Technologies and their Applications | 1 |
| Development of Laser, Plasma, Electron Beam Technologies and their Applications | 1 |
| Development of Laser, Plasma, Electron Beam Technologies and their Applications | 1 |
| Development of Laser, Plasma, Electron Beam Technologies and their Applications | 1 |
| Development & Deployment of Chemical engineering technologies for nuclear fuel cycle, hydrogen production and water purification | 1 |
| Development & Deployment of Chemical engineering technologies for nuclear fuel cycle, hydrogen production and water purification | 1 |
| Development & Deployment of Chemical engineering technologies for nuclear fuel cycle, hydrogen production and water purification | 2 |
| Development & Deployment of Chemical engineering technologies for nuclear fuel cycle, hydrogen production and water purification | 3 |
| Development & Deployment of Chemical engineering technologies for nuclear fuel cycle, hydrogen production and water purification | 3 |
| Development & Deployment of Chemical engineering technologies for nuclear fuel cycle, hydrogen production and water purification | 2 |
| Development & Deployment of Chemical engineering technologies for nuclear fuel cycle, hydrogen production and water purification | 2 |
| Development of indigenous technologies for the production of high purity rare earth oxides, phosphors, rare earth metals, alloys and recovery of uranium and other metals from different sources | 4 |
| Design, setting up and demonstration of Muon tomography-based ICS | 2 |
| Nuclear agriculture and food preservation to enhance food security | 15 |
| Upgradation of facilities for enhanced production of radiochemicals and development of new radiochemicals, radiopharmaceuticals and radiation sources | 4 |
| Development of Niobium Quarter Wave Resonator, ECRIS upgrade and Utilisation, Production Target for RIBs and Precision Reactor Neutrino Studies using enhanced ISMRAN Setup | 2 |
| Accelerator & Reactor Based Nuclear Physics Research | 1 |
Note: Candidates must apply separately for each Research Project with a separate set of documents.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit: Not mentioned in the notification.
Educational Qualification
All positions require PhD in relevant subjects:
| Name of Research Project (Short) | Exact Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Radiochemical Research & CQC (Polymer Electrolytes) | PhD in Chemical Science, Physical Science or Polymer Science with experience in synthesis of polymer composites & their characterizations. Mathematics at Undergraduate level is compulsory. (Li-ion batteries / broadband spectroscopy experience preferred) |
| Radiochemical Research & CQC (Actinide Complexes) | Ph.D. |
| Radiochemical Research & CQC (Functionalized Nanoparticles) | Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences with expertise in multidentate ligand synthesis |
| Radiochemical Research & CQC (Molten Salt Reactor Fuels) | Ph.D. in Chemical Science. Electrochemistry experience preferred |
| Radiochemical Research & CQC (Thermophysical Properties) | Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences. Thermo-physical property evaluation experience preferred |
| Laser/Plasma/EB Technologies (Rare Earth Evaporation & Oxidation) | Ph.D. (Chemical Engineering / Metallurgical Engineering / Chemistry or related field with focus on materials science, oxidation processes or corrosion) |
| Laser/Plasma/EB Technologies (Bio-implant Surface Modification) | Ph.D. (Physics / Bio-physics) |
| Laser/Plasma/EB Technologies (Fluorescence & Supramolecular Chemistry) | Ph.D. in Chemistry / Biochemistry |
| Laser/Plasma/EB Technologies (Thermal Spray Coating) | PhD in Thermal Plasma (Physics) |
| Laser/Plasma/EB Technologies (High Power Air Plasma Torch) | Ph.D. in Physics in the area of Plasma / Electromagnetic design & simulation using Multiphysics software / CFD / material science |
| Laser/Plasma/EB Technologies (Magnets & RF Devices for Accelerators) | PhD in Physics |
| Laser/Plasma/EB Technologies (Laser Spectroscopy) | Ph.D. in Physics (Laser Spectroscopy experience preferred) |
| Laser/Plasma/EB Technologies (Ti:Sapphire Laser for Quantum Computing) | Ph.D. in Physics |
| Chemical Engg. Technologies (Hydrometallurgy Modelling) | PhD in Chemical Engineering / Chemistry / Materials Science |
| Chemical Engg. Technologies (Copper-Chlorine Cycle for Green Hydrogen) | PhD in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering |
| Chemical Engg. Technologies (Catalytic Hydrogenation & Ligand Synthesis) | PhD in Chemical Engineering |
| Chemical Engg. Technologies (Ligands, Waste Glass & Reactor Materials) | PhD in Chemistry / Physics / Materials Science |
| Chemical Engg. Technologies (High-Recovery Desalination & Brine Management) | PhD in Chemical Engineering (2) / Chemistry (1) |
| Chemical Engg. Technologies (Ion Exchange & Bipolar Membranes) | PhD in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Material Science |
| Chemical Engg. Technologies (Advanced Membrane Modules) | PhD in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering |
| Indigenous Rare Earth Technologies (Hydrometallurgy & Pyrometallurgy) | PhD (Chemistry / Chemical Engineering) |
| Muon Tomography-based ICS | First RA: B.Tech / B.E. / M.Tech / M.E. in Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunication / Electronics & Computer Engineering (1 yr high-speed digital & embedded systems exp. preferable) Second RA: B.Tech / B.E. / M.Tech / M.E. in Computer Science / Information Technology / Electronics & Computer Engineering (Monte Carlo, data acquisition, image reconstruction exp. preferable) |
| Nuclear Agriculture & Food Preservation | Ph.D. in Agriculture, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Botany, Zoology, Soil Science, Plant Science, Genetics & Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Entomology, Life Sciences, Bioinformatics or Food Technology (with practical research experience & relevant publications) |
| Radiochemicals & Radiopharmaceuticals Upgradation | Ph.D. in Chemistry – 03 posts Ph.D. in Biosciences – 01 post (Animal Molecular Biology, Genetic Engineering, Biotechnology or related field; phage/ribosomal display & animal experimentation desired) |
| Niobium QWR, ECRIS & RIB Production | Ph.D. in Physics in areas related to accelerator development or Experimental Nuclear Physics |
| Accelerator & Reactor Based Nuclear Physics Research | Ph.D. in experimental nuclear physics |
Important Note: Training experience during PhD will not be counted as post-PhD experience.
Experience
Most projects require PhD + relevant research experience. Preference is given for:
- Hands-on lab work in synthesis, spectroscopy, electrochemistry, materials characterisation, laser/plasma systems, etc.
- Publications in reputed journals
- Specific skills mentioned in each project (e.g., polymer composites, Monte Carlo simulation, membrane development, etc.)
Selection Process
Step 1: Screening of Applications: All applications received by the deadline will be screened based on the project-specific qualifications, experience and the quality of the Ph.D. thesis and publications.
Step 2: Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. The interview committee will assess the candidate’s research aptitude, subject knowledge and performance. The final fellowship level (RA-I, RA-II, or RA-III) will be decided based on:
- Quality of Ph.D. thesis.
- Post-Ph.D. research experience (publications, products/processes developed).
- Performance in the Selection Interview.
Fellowship Amount (Monthly Stipend)
| Level | Monthly Fellowship | Additional Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| RA-I | ₹58,000 | Contingency Grant of ₹50,000/- per annum + HRA as applicable |
| RA-II | ₹61,000 | Contingency Grant of ₹50,000/- per annum + HRA as applicable |
| RA-III | ₹67,000 | Contingency Grant of ₹50,000/- per annum + HRA as applicable |
Documents Required
Candidates must send the following (one set of photocopies):
- Duly filled application form (in prescribed format)
- SSC onwards mark sheets & certificates
- PhD degree / provisional certificate
- Experience certificates
- Research publications / conference details
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- PAN / Aadhaar card copy
- Recent passport-size photograph
Note: Bring all original documents at the time of interview.
How to Apply (Offline Mode)
- Download the application form from BARC website or use the format given in the notification.
- Fill the form carefully in your own handwriting or typed.
- Attach all required documents.
- Send the complete application by Post / Speed Post to: Deputy Establishment Officer, Recruitment-V,
Central Complex, BARC, Trombay, Mumbai – 400085 - Superscribe the envelope with the Research Project No.
- Apply separately for each project with a separate set of documents.
| Send the complete application | Deputy Establishment Officer, Recruitment-V, Central Complex, BARC, Trombay, Mumbai – 400085 |
| Download Official PDF | Download Now |
| Official website | Click here |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 27th March 2026 |
| Last Date to Receive Application | 24th April 2026 |
Final Thoughts
BARC Research Associate Fellowship 2026 has announced 56 positions. These fellowships come with a good monthly amount, a contingency grant and the chance to work on advanced projects in nuclear science and other scientific areas.
PhD holders in subjects like Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology and related fields can apply. Selected candidates will work with senior scientists at BARC, Mumbai and gain valuable research experience.
This is a golden opportunity for young researchers to start their career at India’s leading nuclear research centre, contribute to important projects and grow in the field of science.
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