UPSC Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027 – 127 Posts, Apply Online
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027. Candidates with the required Master's Degree or...
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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027. Candidates with the required Master's Degree or equivalent qualification in Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, Hydrogeology and related subjects can apply for this examination. The online application process started on 2nd September 2026 and the last date to apply is 22nd September 2026 up to 6:00 PM. The UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027 will be conducted in three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Personality Test/Interview. The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 10th January 2027, while the Main Examination will be held on 19th and 20th June 2027. UPSC Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027 Check the complete basic information for this recruitment such as organization, post name, number of vacancies, salary range, age limit, and qualification requirements. This section helps candidates understand eligibility criteria and examination details before proceeding with the application process.
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Advertisement Details
The table below contains the official advertisement number and notification date released by the Union Public Service Commission for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027.
| Advertisement No. | 01/2027-GEOL |
| Advertisement Date | 02 Sep 2026 |
Basic Details
Check the complete basic information for the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027 including organization name, posts, vacancies, salary structure, qualification requirements, and age limit.
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission |
| Designation | Geo Scientist |
| Total Vacancies | 127 |
| Salary | ₹47,600 - ₹177,500 |
| Qualifications | Master's degree |
| Age Limit | 21 - 32 Years (Age relaxation applicable as per government rules) |
Important Dates
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| Notification Date | 02 Sep 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 02 Sep 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 Sep 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination Date | 10th January 2027 |
| Main Examination Date | 19th & 20th June 2027 |
| Admit Card Date | Will be informed soon |
| Answer Key Date | Will be informed soon |
| Exam Date | Will be informed soon |
| Result Date | Will be informed soon |
Vacancy Details
Check the post-wise vacancy distribution announced in the official UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027 notification. The total number of tentative vacancies is 127.
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Geologist, Group A | 29 |
| Geophysicist, Group A | 00 |
| Chemist, Group A | 07 |
| Assistant Geologist, Group B | 34 |
| Assistant Geophysicist, Group B | 35 |
| Assistant Chemist, Group B | 06 |
| Scientist B (Hydrogeology), Group A | 05 |
| Scientist B (Chemical), Group A | 01 |
| Scientist B (Geophysics), Group A | 01 |
| Assistant Hydrogeologist, Group B | 07 |
| Assistant Chemist, Group B | 01 |
| Assistant Geophysicist, Group B | 01 |
| Total | 127 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the prescribed nationality, age and educational qualification requirements mentioned in the official UPSC notification.
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Geologist | Master's Degree in Geological Science, Geology, Applied Geology, Geo-Exploration, Mineral Exploration, Engineering Geology, Marine Geology, Earth Science and Resource Management, Oceanography and Coastal Areas Studies, Petroleum Geosciences, Geochemistry or other prescribed equivalent qualifications. |
| Geophysicist / Scientist B (Geophysics) | M.Sc. in Physics, Applied Physics, Geophysics, Exploration Geophysics, Applied Geophysics, Marine Geophysics or prescribed equivalent qualification. |
| Chemist / Scientist B (Chemical) | M.Sc. in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or prescribed equivalent qualification. |
| Scientist B (Hydrogeology) / Assistant Hydrogeologist | Master's Degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Marine Geology, Hydrogeology or prescribed equivalent qualification. |
| Assistant Geologist | Master's Degree or Integrated Master's Degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Mineral Exploration, Marine Geology, Earth Science or prescribed equivalent qualification. |
| Assistant Geophysicist | M.Sc., M.Sc. Tech. or Integrated M.Sc. in Geophysics, Exploration Geophysics, Applied Geophysics, Geo-Exploration, Marine Geophysics, Physics, Applied Physics, Applied Geology or prescribed equivalent qualification. |
| Assistant Chemist | M.Sc. or Integrated M.Sc. in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Hydro-Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry or other prescribed equivalent qualifications. |
Age Limit: Candidates must be between 21 and 32 years of age as on 1st January 2027. Candidates must have been born not earlier than 2nd January 1995 and not later than 1st January 2006. Age relaxation is applicable to eligible reserved categories as per government rules.
Application Fee
Check the category-wise application fee and available payment methods for the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027.
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 200/- |
| Female / SC / ST / PwBD | Exempted |
| Payment Mode |
Candidates can make the application fee payment through the prescribed online payment modes available during the application process.
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Selection Process
Candidates will be selected through the Combined Geo-Scientist Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Personality Test/Interview conducted by UPSC.
- Stage-I: Combined Geo-Scientist Preliminary Examination – Objective Type
- Stage-II: Combined Geo-Scientist Main Examination – Descriptive / Conventional Type
- Stage-III: Personality Test / Interview
| Stage | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | 400 |
| Main Examination | 600 |
| Personality Test / Interview | 200 |
The Preliminary Examination carries 400 marks, the Main Examination carries 600 marks and the Personality Test carries 200 marks. One-third of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every wrong answer in the Preliminary Examination. There is no penalty for questions left blank.
Important Links
Find all important recruitment links including the official notification, online application form, admit card, answer key, and result updates released by UPSC.
| Official Notification | Download Notification |
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Admit Card | Save post to get notification when available |
| Answer Key | Save post to get notification when available |
| Result | Save post to get notification when available |
How to Apply
Follow the step-by-step online application process carefully before submitting the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027 application form.
- Visit the official UPSC online application portal
- Complete the required registration and profile details
- Select the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Upload the required photograph, signature and other documents as prescribed
- Pay the applicable application fee
- Submit the application form before 22nd September 2026 up to 6:00 PM
- Download and keep a copy of the final application form for future reference
Documents Upload Guidelines
Candidates must upload the required documents and images in the format and specifications prescribed by UPSC during the online application process. Candidates should ensure that the uploaded information and documents are clear and valid to avoid rejection of the application.
| Photograph | Upload as per the specifications prescribed in the UPSC online application portal. |
| Signature | Upload as per the specifications prescribed in the UPSC online application portal. |
| Educational Qualification Documents | Keep the required educational qualification documents ready as prescribed in the notification. |
| Category / Reservation Documents | Upload or produce valid certificates wherever applicable as prescribed by UPSC. |
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