| Important Dates | Application Fee |
| • Notification Release Date: 02/09/2026 • Online Application Start Date: 02/09/2026 • Last Date to Apply Online: 22/09/2026 (till 18:00 Hrs) • Date of Preliminary Examination: 10/01/2027 • Date of Main Examination: 19/06/2027 & 20/06/2027 | • UR / OBC / EWS (Male): Rs. 200/- • Female / SC / ST / PWD: Nil • Mode of Payment: Online |
| Age Limit Details |
| • Age Limit: 21-32 Years • Age as on: 01/01/2027 • Age relaxation extra as per rules. |
| Vacancy Details – Total: 127 | ||
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Geologist, Group ‘A’ (GSI) | 29 | Master’s degree in Geological Science / Geology / Applied Geology / Geo-Exploration / Mineral Exploration / Engineering Geology / Marine Geology / Earth Science and Resource Management / Oceanography & Coastal Areas Studies / Petroleum Geosciences / Geochemistry |
| Geophysicist, Group ‘A’ (GSI) | 00 | M.Sc. in Physics / Applied Physics / Geophysics / Integrated M.Sc. (Exploration Geophysics) / Applied Geophysics / Marine Geophysics / M.Sc. (Tech.) (Applied Geophysics) |
| Chemist, Group ‘A’ (GSI) | 07 | M.Sc. in Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry |
| Assistant Geologist, Group ‘B’ (GSI) | 34 | Master’s degree or Integrated Master’s degree in Geology / Applied Geology / Mineral Exploration / Marine Geology / Earth Science |
| Assistant Geophysicist, Group ‘B’ (GSI) | 35 | M.Sc. / M.Sc. (Tech) / Integrated M.Sc. in Geophysics / Exploration Geophysics / Applied Geophysics / Geo-Exploration / Marine Geophysics / Physics / Applied Physics / Applied Geology |
| Assistant Chemist, Group ‘B’ (GSI) | 06 | M.Sc. or Integrated M.Sc. in Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Physical Chemistry / Inorganic Chemistry / Organic Chemistry / Hydro-Chemistry / Industrial Chemistry |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology), Group ‘A’ (CGWB) | 05 | Master’s degree in Geology / Applied Geology / Marine Geology / Hydrogeology |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical), Group ‘A’ (CGWB) | 01 | M.Sc. in Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics), Group ‘A’ (CGWB) | 01 | M.Sc. in Physics / Applied Physics / Geophysics / Integrated M.Sc. (Exploration Geophysics) / Applied Geophysics / Marine Geophysics / M.Sc. (Tech.) (Applied Geophysics) |
| Assistant Hydrogeologist, Group ‘B’ (CGWB) | 07 | Master’s degree in Geology / Applied Geology / Marine Geology / Hydrogeology |
| Assistant Chemist, Group ‘B’ (CGWB) | 01 | M.Sc. or Integrated M.Sc. in Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Physical Chemistry / Inorganic Chemistry / Organic Chemistry / Hydro-Chemistry / Industrial Chemistry |
| Assistant Geophysicist, Group ‘B’ (CGWB) | 01 | M.Sc. / M.Sc. (Tech) / Integrated M.Sc. in Geophysics / Exploration Geophysics / Applied Geophysics / Geo-Exploration / Marine Geophysics / Physics / Applied Physics / Applied Geology |
| Quick Overview |
| • Post Name: Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist, Scientist ‘B’, Assistant Geologist, Assistant Geophysicist, Assistant Chemist, Assistant Hydrogeologist |
| UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Recruitment 2027 Selection Process |
| The selection process for UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Recruitment 2027 includes the following stages: • Stage-I: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type – 400 Marks) • Stage-II: Main Examination (Descriptive Type – 600 Marks) • Stage-III: Personality Test / Interview (200 Marks) • Document Verification • Medical Examination |
| Stage-I: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type) |
| The preliminary examination consists of two objective-type papers for each stream conducted on OMR sheets. Question papers are set in English only. Negative marking applies: 1/3rd of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every wrong answer. • Paper-I: General Studies (Common for all streams) – 2 Hours – 100 Marks • Paper-II: Stream-Specific Subject (Geology/Hydrogeology OR Geophysics OR Chemistry) – 2 Hours – 300 Marks • Total: 400 Marks |
| Stage-II: Main Examination (Descriptive Type) |
| Candidates qualifying Stage-I will be called for Stage-II. It consists of three conventional/descriptive papers for each stream, answered in English only. Non-programmable pocket calculators are permitted. • Paper-I: Stream Subject – 3 Hours – 200 Marks • Paper-II: Stream Subject – 3 Hours – 200 Marks • Paper-III: Stream Subject – 3 Hours – 200 Marks • Total: 600 Marks |
| Stage-III: Personality Test / Interview |
| Candidates who obtain the minimum qualifying marks in Stage-II will be called for the Personality Test carrying 200 Marks. There are no minimum qualifying marks for the interview. Final merit is determined based on aggregate marks obtained across Stage-I, Stage-II, and Stage-III. |
| How to Apply for UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Recruitment 2027 |
| • Visit the official UPSC online portal at upsconline.nic.in. • Complete the Universal Registration Number (URN) profile / Account Creation if applying for the first time. • Fill out the Common Application Form (CAF), uploading required document scans, signature (3 times in black ink on white paper), and live photo capture. • Select the Examination Specific Module for “Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027”. • Pay the application fee of Rs. 200/- online (if applicable; exempted for Female/SC/ST/PwBD). • Verify all entered details carefully, submit the application form before 22.09.2026 (18:00 Hrs), and download/print the confirmation slip for future reference. |
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