The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has notified the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination, 2027 under Examination Notice No. 01/2027-GEOL dated 02.09.2026. The examination will fill Group A and Group B scientific posts in the Geological Survey of India (Ministry of Mines) and the Central Ground Water Board (Ministry of Jal Shakti).
The UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027 online application process is open till 22nd September 2026 (6:00 PM). The Preliminary Examination will be held on 10th January 2027 and the Main Examination on 19th and 20th June 2027. This article covers vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, fee, exam stages, official notification and the apply-online link.
UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027
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Post Name |
Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist, Hydrogeologist & Assistant Level Posts |
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| Total Vacancies |
127 Posts |
| Age Limit |
21–32 years (as on 01.01.2027) |
| Salary |
Group A / Group B pay as per Government of India rules |
| Minimum Qualification |
Master’s / Integrated Master’s in Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, Hydrogeology or related subject |
| Application Fee |
₹200 (Gen/OBC/EWS) | Nil (SC/ST/PwBD and all female candidates) |
| Selection Process |
Prelims + Mains + Personality Test + Medical + Document Verification |
| Job Location |
Across India (GSI / CGWB) |
| Last Date |
22 September 2026 (upto 06:00 PM) |
✅ UPSC Geo Scientist Vacancy 2027 Post Wise List:
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Post Name |
No. of Vacancies |
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| Category-I – Geological Survey of India, Ministry of Mines | |
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Geologist, Group A |
29 |
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Geophysicist, Group A |
00 |
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Chemist, Group A |
07 |
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Assistant Geologist, Group B |
34 |
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Assistant Geophysicist, Group B |
35 |
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Assistant Chemist, Group B |
06 |
| Category-II – Central Ground Water Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti | |
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Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology), Group A |
05 |
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Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical), Group A |
01 |
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Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics), Group A |
01 |
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Assistant Hydrogeologist, Group B |
07 |
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Assistant Chemist, Group B |
01 |
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Assistant Geophysicist, Group B |
01 |
✅ UPSC Combined Geo Scientist 2027 Eligibility Criteria:
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Post / Stream |
Essential Qualification |
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Geologist / Assistant Geologist |
Master’s / Integrated Master’s in Geological Science, Geology, Applied Geology, Geo / Mineral / Engineering / Marine Geology, Earth Science, Petroleum Geosciences, Geochemistry or related field |
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Geophysicist / Scientist B (Geophysics) / Assistant Geophysicist |
M.Sc. / Integrated M.Sc. / M.Sc. (Tech.) in Physics, Applied Physics, Geophysics, Exploration / Applied / Marine Geophysics or Applied Geology (as specified for the post) |
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Chemist / Scientist B (Chemical) / Assistant Chemist |
M.Sc. / Integrated M.Sc. in Chemistry, Applied / Analytical / Physical / Inorganic / Organic / Hydro / Industrial Chemistry |
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Scientist B (Hydrogeology) / Assistant Hydrogeologist |
Master’s in Geology, Applied Geology, Marine Geology or Hydrogeology |
Age limit as on 01.01.2027 is 21 to 32 years (born not earlier than 02.01.1995 and not later than 01.01.2006). Category-wise age relaxation will be as per UPSC / Government of India rules.
✅ UPSC Combined Geo Scientist 2027 Selection Process:
The examination has three successive stages. Marks of both Prelims and Mains count towards the final merit.
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Stage-I: Preliminary Examination (Objective) – 10 January 2027 – two papers
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Stage-II: Main Examination (Descriptive) – 19 & 20 June 2027 – three papers (centres: Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Shimla)
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Stage-III: Personality Test / Interview
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Medical Examination and Document Verification
✅ UPSC Geo Scientist 2027 Application Fee:
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹200
- SC / ST / PwBD and all female candidates: Nil
- Payment Method: Online only
✅ UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027 Important Dates:
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Date of Notification |
02 September 2026 |
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Start of Online Application |
02 September 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply Online |
22 September 2026 (upto 06:00 PM) |
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Preliminary Examination |
10 January 2027 |
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Main Examination |
19 & 20 June 2027 |
✅ UPSC Combined Geo Scientist 2027 Important Links:
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UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Detailed Notification PDF |
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UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Apply Online |
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UPSC Official Website |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027?
Candidates must apply online only through the UPSC Online Application Portal. Applications are invited at present only for the Preliminary Examination.
- Step 1: Open the UPSC Online portal and complete One Time Registration (OTR), if not already done.
- Step 2: Fill the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination, 2027 form with personal, educational and stream details.
- Step 3: Upload photograph, signature and required documents as per UPSC specifications.
- Step 4: Pay ₹200 online if fee is applicable (SC/ST/PwBD and all women candidates are exempted).
- Step 5: Submit the application on or before 22 September 2026, 6:00 PM and take a printout for future use.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027?
127 posts in GSI and CGWB (Group A and Group B).
What is the age limit for UPSC Geo Scientist Exam 2027?
21 to 32 years as on 01.01.2027 (born between 02.01.1995 and 01.01.2006), plus category-wise relaxation.
What is the last date for UPSC Combined Geo Scientist 2027?
22 September 2026 up to 6:00 PM.
When will the UPSC Geo Scientist Prelims and Mains be held?
Prelims: 10 January 2027. Mains: 19 and 20 June 2027.
What is the application fee for UPSC Combined Geo Scientist 2027?
₹200 for General/OBC/EWS. SC/ST/PwBD and all female candidates need not pay any fee.
Does the Preliminary Exam count for the final merit?
Yes. Marks of both the Preliminary and Main Examinations are counted for deciding the final merit, followed by the Personality Test.