| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Name of Post | Geologist & others |
| No of Posts | 127 posts |
| Qualification | Master's Degree |
| Age Limit | 32 years |
| Application Fee | Rs. 200/- |
| Start Date | 2nd September 2026 |
| Last Date | 22nd September 2026 |
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification of Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027 for the recruitment of 127 Vacancy. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who want to build their career in Geology. Candidates can apply online for these posts latest by 22nd September 2026.
Interested and eligible candidates may check this article for detailed official notification,educational qualification, age limit, salary details, and application procedure to be followed.
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination Details
Name of exam: UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027
Name of organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Advertisement No.: 01/2027-GEOL
Name of post/s: Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist, Assistant Geologist, Assistant Geophysicist, Assistant Chemist (GSI); Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology/Chemical/Geophysics), Assistant Hydrogeologist, Assistant Chemist, Assistant Geophysicist (CGWB)
No of posts: 127 posts
Mode of application: Online
Date of Preliminary Examination: 10th Jan 2027
Date of Main Examination: 19th & 20th June 2027
Helpline no. 011-24041001/011-40303444 or email ID – upscsoap@nic.in
Vacancy Details
Category I: Geological Survey of India
| Post | Group | No of posts |
| Geologist | A | 29 |
| Geophysicist | A | 0 |
| Chemist | A | 7 |
| Assistant Geologist | B | 34 |
| Assistant Geophysicist | B | 35 |
| Assistant Chemist | B | 6 |
| Total | 111 | |
Category II: Central Ground Water Board
| Post | Group | No of posts |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology) | A | 5 |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical) | A | 1 |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics) | A | 1 |
| Assistant Hydrogeologist | B | 7 |
| Assistant Chemist | B | 1 |
| Assistant Geophysicist | B | 1 |
| Total | 16 | |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
A candidate must have attained the age of 21 years and must not have attained the age of 32 years on the first day of the month of January of the year in which the Examination is to be held [i.e. as on 1st January, 2027] i.e. he/she must have been born not earlier than 2nd January, 1995 and not later than 1st January, 2006.
Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation will be 3 years for OBC candidates, 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 10 years for PWD candidates.
Payment Mode: Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Card/UPI or by using Internet Banking.
Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation will be 3 years for OBC candidates, 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 10 years for PWD candidates.
Educational Qualification
| Name of post/s |
Educational Qualification
|
| Geologist (Group A)/Assistant Geologist (Group B) |
Master’s in Geological Science, Geology, Applied Geology, Mineral
Exploration, Marine Geology, Earth Science, Petroleum Geosciences or
Geochemistry
|
| Geophysicist (Group A)/Assistant Geophysicist (Group B)/Scientist ‘B’ Geophysics |
M.Sc. in Physics, Applied Physics, Geophysics, Exploration/Applied/Marine Geophysics
|
| Chemist (Group A)/Assistant Chemist (Group B)/Scientist ‘B’ Chemical |
M.Sc. in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry
|
| Scientist ‘B’ Hydrogeology (Group A)/Assistant Hydrogeologist (Group B) |
Master’s in Geology, Applied Geology, Marine Geology or Hydrogeology
|
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| Female/SC/ST/PwBD | Nil |
| Others | ₹ 200/- |
Selection Process
The selection process of UPSC Geo Scientist Exam consists of following three stages:
| Stage | Type | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Stage-I: Preliminary Examination | Objective Type (2 papers) | 400 |
| Stage-II: Main Examination | Descriptive/Conventional Type (3 papers) | 600 |
| Stage-III: Personality Test/Interview | — | 200 |
Preliminary Examination
| Stream | Paper-I: General Studies | Paper-II (Stream-Specific) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stream-I (Geology/Hydrogeology) | 100 marks (2 hrs) | Geology/Hydrogeology – 300 marks (2 hrs) | 400 |
| Stream-II (Geophysics) | 100 marks (2 hrs) | Geophysics – 300 marks (2 hrs) | 400 |
| Stream-III (Chemistry) | 100 marks (2 hrs) | Chemistry – 300 marks (2 hrs) | 400 |
Main Examination
| Stream | Paper I | Paper II | Paper III | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geology/Hydrogeology | Geology – 200 | Geology – 200 | Hydrogeology – 200 | 600 |
| Geophysics | Geophysics – 200 | Geophysics – 200 | Geophysics – 200 | 600 |
| Chemistry | Chemistry – 200 | Chemistry – 200 | Chemistry – 200 | 600 |
Personality Test/ Interview
The Stage-III of the selection process will consist of a Personality Test/Interview carrying 200 marks. There will be no minimum qualifying marks for this stage.
Candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Stage-II, as decided by the Commission, will be shortlisted for the Stage-III Personality Test/Interview.
The number of candidates called for the Personality Test will be approximately twice the number of vacancies to be filled.
Candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Stage-II, as decided by the Commission, will be shortlisted for the Stage-III Personality Test/Interview.
The number of candidates called for the Personality Test will be approximately twice the number of vacancies to be filled.
How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment ?
Interested and eligible candidates may apply online for UPSC Recruitment by visiting at official recruitment portal of UPSC. They may follow below mentioned steps .
- Scroll down, go to Important Web-Links section .
- Click on Online Application Form link .
- A new webpage will be opened.
- Enter all your personal and educational details as required .
- Upload your passport sized photograph and signature and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee as per your category and at the end click on submit button .
- Don't forget to take a print of submitted application form .
Important Dates of UPSC Geo-Scientist Recruitment 2027
- Starting date of online application submission: 02nd September 2026
- Last date of online application submission: 22nd September 2026
- Date of prelims exam: 10th January 2027
- Date of mains exam: 19th & 20th June 2027
Important Web-Links of UPSC Geo-Scientist Recruitment
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| PYQ | Click Here |
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FAQs of UPSC Recruitment
What is the starting date to apply online for UPSC Recruitment ?
The starting date to apply online for UPSC Recruitment is 02nd September 2026.
What is the last date to apply online for UPSC Recruitment ?
The last date to apply online for UPSC Recruitment is 22nd September 2026.
What is the total number of vacancies in UPSC Recruitment ?
The total number of vacancies in UPSC Recruitment is 127.
