RECRUITMENT OVERVIEW
• Recruitment authority: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
• Examination: Combined Geo-Scientist Examination, 2027.
• Notice: Examination Notice No. 01/2027-GEOL dated 02 September 2026.
• Total vacancies: 127 tentative posts.
VACANCY BREAKUP
• Geological Survey of India (Ministry of Mines): 111 posts.
• Central Ground Water Board (Ministry of Jal Shakti): 16 posts.
• Posts include Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist, Scientist B and Assistant-level geology, geophysics, chemistry and hydrogeology roles.
• Vacancy numbers may change under the official rules.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
• A relevant postgraduate degree is required.
• Accepted fields vary by post and include Geology, Applied Geology, Geo-Exploration, Mineral Exploration, Engineering Geology, Hydrogeology, Earth Science, Geophysics, Applied Geophysics, Physics, Applied Physics, Chemistry, Applied Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry.
• Check the exact post-wise degree wording in the official notification before applying.
AGE LIMIT
• Generally 21 to 32 years as on 01 January 2027.
• Government age relaxation applies to eligible reserved categories and other permitted candidates according to the official notification.
IMPORTANT DATES
• Application start date: 02 September 2026.
• Last date and time: 22 September 2026 at 6:00 PM.
• Preliminary Examination: 10 January 2027.
• Main Examination: 19 and 20 June 2027.
APPLICATION FEE
• Fee: ₹200.
• Female, SC, ST and Persons with Benchmark Disability candidates are exempt, subject to the official conditions.
SELECTION PROCESS
1. Combined Geo-Scientist Preliminary Examination.
2. Combined Geo-Scientist Main Examination.
3. Personality Test or Interview.
4. Document and eligibility verification.
HOW TO APPLY
1. Visit the official UPSC online application portal.
2. Complete account registration and the Common Application Form.
3. Open the examination-specific application module.
4. Select the correct post, stream and examination centre.
5. Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
6. Pay the applicable fee and submit before the deadline.
7. Save the application number and final submitted form.
CHECK BEFORE SUBMISSION
• Confirm nationality, age, educational qualification and post selection.
• Check category, disability and other supporting certificates where applicable.
• Verify photograph, signature and document specifications.
• Read the official notification for reservations, relaxations, eligibility rules and any corrigendum.
OFFICIAL INFORMATION
This listing is based on the official UPSC notification. The official notification and UPSC online application portal are authoritative.