Union Public Service Commission has released the UPSC Geo Scientist Recruitment 2026 notification for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027. A total of 127 vacancies are available for various Group A and Group B Geo-Scientist posts, including Geologist, Chemist, Assistant Geologist, Assistant Geophysicist, Scientist ‘B’ and other posts. Eligible candidates with the required Master’s Degree qualifications can apply through the online mode.
The UPSC Recruitment 2026 online application process started on 02 September 2026 and the last date to submit the application is 22 September 2026. The selection process consists of the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Personality Test/Interview. Interested candidates should check the post-wise educational qualification, age limit and other eligibility conditions before applying.
| UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Highlights:- |
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission |
| Examination Name | Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027 |
| Notification No. | 01/2027-GEOL |
| Post Name | Geo-Scientist Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 127 |
| Job Category | Central Government Jobs |
| Employment Type | Regular Basis |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 22 September 2026 |
| UPSC Vacancy Details:- |
- Geologist, Group A – 29 Posts
- Geophysicist, Group A – Nil
- Chemist, Group A – 07 Posts
- Assistant Geologist, Group B – 34 Posts
- Assistant Geophysicist, Group B – 35 Posts
- Assistant Chemist, Group B – 06 Posts
- Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology), Group A – 05 Posts
- Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical Department), Group A – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics), Group A – 01 Post
- Assistant Hydrogeologist, Group B – 07 Posts
- Assistant Chemist, Group B – 01 Post
- Assistant Geophysicist, Group B – 01 Post
Salary:
- Group A Posts: Pay Level 10 – ₹56,100/- basic pay
- Group B Posts: Pay Level 8 – ₹47,600/- basic pay
| UPSC Eligibility Criteria:- |
Educational Qualification:
Geologist, Group A:
- Master’s Degree in Geological Science or Geology or Applied Geology or Geo-Exploration or Mineral Exploration or Engineering Geology or Marine Geology or Earth Science and related subjects from a recognised University.
Geophysicist, Group A:
- M.Sc. in Physics, Applied Physics, Geophysics, Applied Geophysics, Marine Geophysics or an equivalent qualification from a recognised University.
Chemist, Group A:
- M.Sc. in Chemistry or Applied Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry from a recognised University.
Assistant Geologist, Group B:
- Master’s Degree in Geology, Applied Geology or related geological sciences from a recognised University.
Assistant Geophysicist, Group B:
- Master’s Degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Geophysics, Applied Geophysics or related subjects as prescribed in the notification.
Assistant Chemist, Group B:
- Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry from a recognised University.
Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology), Group A:
- Master’s Degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Hydrogeology or an equivalent relevant qualification from a recognised University.
Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical Department), Group A:
- Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry or an equivalent qualification as prescribed.
Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics), Group A:
- Master’s Degree in Geophysics, Applied Geophysics or a relevant equivalent qualification.
Assistant Hydrogeologist, Group B:
- Master’s Degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Hydrogeology or related geological science subject.
Assistant Chemist, Group B:
- Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry or relevant equivalent qualification.
Assistant Geophysicist, Group B:
- Master’s Degree in Geophysics, Applied Geophysics or relevant equivalent qualification.
Age Limit:
- Geologist, Group A – 21 to 32 years
- Geophysicist, Group A – 21 to 32 years
- Chemist, Group A – 21 to 32 years
- Assistant Geologist, Group B – 21 to 32 years
- Assistant Geophysicist, Group B – 21 to 32 years
- Assistant Chemist, Group B – 21 to 32 years
- Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology), Group A – 21 to 32 years
- Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical), Group A – 21 to 32 years
- Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics), Group A – 21 to 32 years
- Assistant Hydrogeologist, Group B – 21 to 32 years
- Assistant Chemist, Group B – 21 to 32 years
- Assistant Geophysicist, Group B – 21 to 32 years
- Age relaxation will be applicable as per UPSC Government rules.
| Selection Process:- |
UPSC May Follow the Certain Process to Select the Candidates.
- Stage I: Geo-Scientist Preliminary Examination – Objective Type
- Stage II: Geo-Scientist Main Examination – Descriptive Type
- Stage III: Personality Test / Interview
Application Fee
- SC/ST/Female/PwBD Candidates: Nil
- Other Candidates: ₹200/-
| Important Dates:- |
- Online Application Starting Date: 02 September 2026
- Online Application Last Date: 22 September 2026
| Apply Now – Direct Link:- |
- Click below to apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026
| Description | Link |
| UPSC Official Notification | Notification PDF |
| UPSC Online Apply Link | Online Application Link |
| UPSC Official Website | Official Website |
| How to Apply for UPSC 2026:- |
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Open the online application section and find the Recruitment 2026 link.
- Read the official recruitment instructions carefully before applying.
- Register and enter the required personal and educational details.
- Upload the necessary documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment method.
- Submit the application form and save or print a copy for future reference.
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