Eligibility
📅 Published on Sep 11, 2026
IPR Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age Limit, GATE Qualification & DAE Norms
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Candidates aspiring to build a career at the Institute for Plasma Research (IPR) must satisfy explicit educational standards, minimum aggregate marks, national examination qualifications, and age criteria. As an apex institution of the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), IPR strictly adheres to statutory central guidelines. For active vacancies and recruitment notices, visit the IPR Recruitment 2026 Hub.
Cadre-Wise Educational Qualifications & Minimum Marks
| Designation / Cadre | Required Degree / Academic Stream | Minimum Aggregate Percentage | Mandatory Screening Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientific Officer / Engineer 'SC' (Engineering) | Regular B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Computer Science, Cryogenics | Minimum 60% aggregate (or equivalent CGPA) | Valid GATE Score in relevant discipline (or IPR Written Test) |
| Scientific Officer / Scientist 'SC' (Physics) | Regular M.Sc in Physics / Applied Physics with B.Sc having Physics & Mathematics | Minimum 60% aggregate in both B.Sc and M.Sc | Valid CSIR-UGC NET (JRF) / GATE / JEST score |
| Scientific Assistant 'B' | Regular 3-year Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation) or B.Sc (Physics) | Minimum 60% aggregate from State Board / UGC university | Written Examination conducted by IPR |
| Technician 'A' | SSC (10th standard) with Science and Mathematics + 2-Year ITI / NTC Certificate in relevant trade | Minimum 60% in SSC and ITI trade | Preliminary & Advanced CBT / Trade Test |
Age Limit & Statutory Relaxations
The standard maximum age limits as on the closing date of application are:
- Scientific Officer / Engineer 'SC': 30 Years (Unreserved / EWS)
- Scientific Assistant 'B': 30 Years (Unreserved / EWS)
- Technician 'A': 25 Years (Unreserved / EWS)
| Candidate Category | Statutory Age Relaxation | Maximum Upper Age (Scientist 'SC') |
|---|---|---|
| General / Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | No relaxation | 30 Years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 Years | 33 Years |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) / Scheduled Tribes (ST) | +5 Years | 35 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | +10 Years (Gen), +13 Years (OBC), +15 Years (SC/ST) | 40 to 45 Years |
| Departmental Candidates (DAE Regular Staff) | Up to 40 Years (as per DAE service orders) | 40 Years |
💡 DAE Nationality & Medical Fitness Prerequisite
Only Indian citizens can apply. Appointees must undergo comprehensive physical and radiological safety clearance under DAE medical board guidelines. Verify eligibility notifications via the IPR Recruitment Portal.
Important Application Caveats
- Regular Full-Time Degrees: Distance learning or part-time engineering degrees are strictly not acceptable for Scientific Officer recruitments.
- Final Year Students: Candidates appearing for their final semester exams may apply provided their final result with minimum 60% marks is issued before the interview date.
Official Recruitment Application Guidelines
Ensure your category certificates (OBC-NCL, SC/ST, EWS, PwBD) are issued in the standard Government of India format. Track all ongoing recruitment updates on our central entity portal.
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