Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites online applications for the Combined Geo Scientist Examination 2026. The recruitment is for various Group A and B posts including Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist, Scientist B, Assistant Hydrogeologist, Assistant Chemist, and Assistant Geophysicist with a total of 85 vacancies. Candidates must have relevant Master’s or M.Sc. degrees and be aged between 21 and 32 years as of 01-01-2026. The selection process includes Preliminary, Main examinations, and a Personality Test. The last date to apply is 23-09-2025. Application fee is Rs 200, with exemptions for female, SC/ST, and disabled candidates.
Vacancy Details
- Geologist, Group A: 39 vacancies
Qualification: 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 Resource Management or Oceanography and Coastal Areas Studies or Petroleum Geosciences or Geochemistry - Geophysicist, Group A: 2 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. in Physics or Applied Physics or M.Sc. (Geophysics) or Integrated M.Sc. (Exploration Geophysics) or M.Sc (Applied Geophysics) or M.Sc. (Marine Geophysics) or M.Sc. (Tech.) (Applied Geophysics) - Chemist, Group A: 15 vacancies
Qualification: M. Sc. in Chemistry or Applied Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry - Scientist ‘B’: 8 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in Geology or applied Geology or Marine Geology or Hydrogeology - Assistant Hydrogeologist: 18 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in Geology or applied Geology or Marine Geology or Hydrogeology - Assistant Chemist: 2 vacancies
Qualification: Master of Science or Integrated Master of Science in Chemistry or Applied Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry or Physical Chemistry or Inorganic Chemistry or Organic Chemistry or Hydro-Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry - Assistant Geophysicist: 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. in Physics or Applied Physics or M.Sc. (Geophysics) or Integrated M.Sc. (Exploration Geophysics) or M.Sc (Applied Geophysics) or M.Sc. (Marine Geophysics) or M.Sc. (Tech.) (Applied Geophysics)
Qualification Requirements
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 Resource Management or Oceanography and Coastal Areas Studies or Petroleum Geosciences or Geochemistry; M.Sc. in Physics or Applied Physics or M.Sc. (Geophysics) or Integrated M.Sc. (Exploration Geophysics) or M.Sc (Applied Geophysics) or M.Sc. (Marine Geophysics) or M.Sc. (Tech.) (Applied Geophysics); M. Sc. in Chemistry or Applied Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry; Master of Science or Integrated Master of Science in Chemistry or Applied Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry or Physical Chemistry or Inorganic Chemistry or Organic Chemistry or Hydro-Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 32 years
Application Fees
- General: ₹200
- Female/SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability: ₹0
Selection Process
stage: Stage-I
description: Objective type Preliminary Examination with two papers to select candidates for Main Examination.
stage: Stage-II
description: Descriptive type Main Examination with three papers for selection to Personality Test.
stage: Stage-III
description: Personality Test or Interview to assess candidate’s personality and suitability.
How to Apply
- Submit online application through the official portal before 23-09-2025.
- Fill in accurate personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned photo and signature.
- Print and save the application form for future reference.
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Important Dates
- Application Last Date: 23-09-2025
- Preliminary Examination Date: 08-02-2026
- Main Examination Date: 20-06-2026
- Main Examination Date: 21-06-2026
