BARC Stipendiary Trainee Category I & II Examination 2026: Official Notification, Pattern, Syllabus & Mock Tests
Direct recruitment of Stipendiary Trainees Category-I (Scientific Assistant posts) and Category-II (Technician posts) across BARC, IGCAR, RRCAT, VECC, and other constituent DAE units.
Examination Overview
Direct recruitment of Stipendiary Trainees Category-I (Scientific Assistant posts) and Category-II (Technician posts) across BARC, IGCAR, RRCAT, VECC, and other constituent DAE units.
| Exam Name | BARC Stipendiary Trainee Category I & II Examination |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Frequency | Periodic |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Examination |
| Language of Exam | English, Hindi & State Regional Languages |
| Official Website | https://barc.gov.in/ ↗ |
Important Dates & Events
Timeline confirmed from official notices issued by Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC).
| Event / Milestone | Important Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | Periodic Mega Drives |
| CBT Stage-1 and 2 Examination | Scheduled pan India |
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
Cat-I: Single-stage CBT (40 Qs, 120 Marks, 60 Mins) + Technical Interview. Cat-II: Stage 1 (Preliminary Screening Test, 50 Qs, 150 Marks, 60 Mins: Math 20 Qs, Science 20 Qs, GK 10 Qs) + Stage 2 (Advanced Test in trade, 50 Qs, 150 Marks, 120 Mins) + Stage 3 (Skill Test). Negative marking: 1 mark per wrong response.
| Examination Parameter | Scheme Details | Remarks / Evaluation |
|---|---|---|
| Question Format | Multiple Choice Questions (Objective MCQs) | 4 or 5 options per question |
| Evaluation Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR Sheet | Centralized Evaluation System |
| Negative Marking Scheme | Standard 1/3rd or 1/4th negative deduction | Penalized for incorrect responses |
| Language Medium | Bilingual (English & Hindi) + Regional State Languages | Language toggle available in CBT |
| Normalization | Equipercentile or Percentile method across shifts | Multi-shift normalization applied |
Selection Process & Stages
Candidate progression through sequential recruitment tiers:
Preliminary / Tier 1 Examination
Comprehensive objective screening test covering core aptitude, reasoning, general knowledge and language skills.
Mains / Tier 2 / Skill Test
Advanced written assessment or post-specific technical/descriptive examination determining the final merit order.
Document Verification & Medical
Scrutiny of original certificates, category credentials, age proofs and required medical fitness examination.
Eligibility Criteria (Age & Educational Qualification)
Category-I: Diploma in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Electronics, CS) or B.Sc with 60% marks. Category-II: SSC (10th) with minimum 60% marks + ITI Trade Certificate in relevant trade. Age: 19-24 years for Cat-I; 18-22 years for Cat-II.
| Parameter | Eligibility Condition | Relaxation Norms |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Criteria | Category-I: Diploma in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Electronics, CS) or B.Sc with 60% marks. Category-II: SSC (10th) with minimum 60% marks + ITI Trade Certificate in relevant trade. Age: 19-24 years for Cat-I; 18-22 years for Cat-II. | Recognized Board / University required |
| Age Requirement | As specified in official notification (General Category) | SC/ST: +5 Years | OBC: +3 Years | PwD: +10 Years |
| Citizenship | Citizen of India | Subject of Nepal/Bhutan as per Central/State rules |
| Language Proficiency | Regional / English & Hindi working knowledge | Applicable as per State / National jurisdiction |
Detailed Syllabus by Subject
Category-I: Diploma engineering subjects. Category-II: 10th standard Mathematics & Science, and NCVT ITI Trade syllabus.
📖 General Studies & Current Affairs
- Current National & International Events
- Indian History & Freedom Struggle
- Indian & World Geography
- General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Indian Polity, Constitution & Governance
- Basic Economic Concepts & Budget Highlights
🔢 Quantitative & Numerical Aptitude
- Simplification, Number System, HCF & LCM
- Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time, Speed & Distance, Time & Work
- Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar & Pie Charts)
🧩 Reasoning & Mental Ability
- Analogies, Classification & Series Completion
- Coding-Decoding & Blood Relations
- Direction Sense Test & Ranking Order
- Syllogisms, Statements & Assumptions
- Non-Verbal Reasoning & Figure Counting
📝 Language Comprehension
- Reading Comprehension Passages
- Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms
- Grammar, Error Spotting & Sentence Correction
- Cloze Test, Idioms & Phrases
- One Word Substitutions & Spelling Check
Preparation Strategy & Cut-Off Trends
Historical scoring benchmarks and safe score targets for BARC Stipendiary Trainee Category I & II Examination based on competitive trends:
| Category | Safe Target Percentage | Preparation Focus | Benchmark Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 75% - 82% | Speed + Negative Control in Reasoning & Quant | 90%+ Accuracy |
| OBC / EWS | 70% - 76% | High Scoring in Current Affairs & Language | 88%+ Accuracy |
| SC / ST | 62% - 70% | Syllabus Coverage & Previous Year Papers | 85%+ Accuracy |
| PwD / Ex-SM | 55% - 65% | Sectional Cut-Off clearance + Accuracy | 82%+ Accuracy |
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