UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027: Apply Online for 127 Geologist, Geophysicist & Chemist Posts (Notice No. 01/2027-GEOL)
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) ne Geological Survey of India (Ministry of Mines) tatha Central Ground Water Board (Ministry of Jal Shakti) me Group ‘A’ aur Group ‘B’ cadre ke antargat Combined Geo-Scientist Examination, 2027 (CGSE 2027) ka official detailed notification jari kar diya hai. Is pariksha ke madhyam se Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist, Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology, Chemical, Geophysics), Assistant Geologist, Assistant Geophysicist aur Assistant Chemist ke kul 127 padon par niyamit direct recruitment ki jayegi.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027 ke antargat Geology, Applied Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, Applied Chemistry ya Physics me Master’s Degree (M.Sc / M.Tech) pass ya appearing yogy candidates online aavedan kar sakte hain. Online aavedan 02 September 2026 se 22 September 2026 (Shaam 06:00 Baje tak) swikar kiye jayenge. Preliminary examination 10 January 2027 ko aayojit ki jayegi. Selected candidates ko 7th CPC ke tahat Level-8 (Group B) aur Level-10 (Group A) ka aakarshak salary package aur central government allowances milenge. Is article me aapko UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027 se judi saari jankari jaise Post-wise Vacancy, Educational Qualification, Age Limit, Stage-I Prelims & Stage-II Mains Exam Pattern, Application Fee aur Step-by-Step Apply Process vistaar se di gayi hai.
Commission
UPSC New Delhi
Total Vacancies
127 Posts
Qualification
Master’s Degree (PG)
Job Location
All Over India
1. UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027 – Important Highlights
| Recruitment Commission | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Examination Name | Combined Geo-Scientist Examination, 2027 (CGSE 2027) |
| Examination Notice Number | Notice No. 01/2027-GEOL (Dated 02.09.2026) |
| Participating Departments | 1. Geological Survey of India (Ministry of Mines) 2. Central Ground Water Board (Ministry of Jal Shakti) |
| Total Vacancies | 127 Tentative Vacancies (GSI: 111 Posts, CGWB: 16 Posts) |
| Selection Methodology | Stage-I: Preliminary (400 Marks) + Stage-II: Main (600 Marks) + Stage-III: Interview (200 Marks) |
| Application Mode | Online Only (UPSC OTR Portal: upsconline.nic.in) |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Candidates applying for UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027 should carefully review the eligibility criteria and exam guidelines before submitting the form.
2. Important Dates (Mahatvapurna Tithiyan)
- Official Notification Release Date: 02 September 2026
- Online Application Submission Start Date: 02 September 2026
- Last Date for Online Application Submission: 22 September 2026 (Till 18:00 Hours / 06:00 PM)
- Schedule of Stage-I (Preliminary Examination): 10 January 2027
- Schedule of Stage-II (Main Examination): 19 June 2027 & 20 June 2027
- Crucial Cut-off Date for Age Calculation: 01 January 2027
- Declaration of Preliminary Examination Result: February / March 2027
3. Department-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Reservation
| Department Name | Post Designation | Classification | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category-I: Geological Survey of India (GSI), Ministry of Mines | Geologist | Group ‘A’ | 29 Posts (01 OH Reserved) |
| Geophysicist | Group ‘A’ | 00 Posts (Nil) | |
| Chemist | Group ‘A’ | 07 Posts (01 HH Reserved) | |
| Assistant Geologist | Group ‘B’ | 34 Posts (01 OH, 01 HH Reserved) | |
| Assistant Geophysicist | Group ‘B’ | 35 Posts (03 HH Reserved) | |
| Assistant Chemist | Group ‘B’ | 06 Posts (01 HH Reserved) | |
| Category-II: Central Ground Water Board (CGWB), Ministry of Jal Shakti | Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology) | Group ‘A’ | 05 Posts (01 HH Reserved) |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical) | Group ‘A’ | 01 Post | |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics) | Group ‘A’ | 01 Post | |
| Assistant Hydrogeologist | Group ‘B’ | 07 Posts (01 LDCP Reserved) | |
| Assistant Chemist | Group ‘B’ | 01 Post | |
| Assistant Geophysicist | Group ‘B’ | 01 Post | |
| GRAND TOTAL VACANCIES | 127 Posts | ||
4. Essential Educational Qualifications (Post-Wise)
A. For Geologist Group ‘A’ & Assistant Geologist Group ‘B’ (in GSI):
- Recognized University se Geological Science / Geology / Applied Geology / Geo-Exploration / Mineral Exploration / Engineering Geology / Marine Geology / Earth Science and Resource Management / Oceanography / Petroleum Geosciences ya Geochemistry me Master’s Degree (M.Sc / M.Tech).
B. For Geophysicist Group ‘A’, Assistant Geophysicist Group ‘B’ (GSI) & Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics) / Assistant Geophysicist (CGWB):
- Physics / Applied Physics / Geophysics / Exploration Geophysics / Applied Geophysics / Marine Geophysics me M.Sc. ya M.Sc. (Tech).
C. For Chemist Group ‘A’, Assistant Chemist Group ‘B’ (GSI) & Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical) / Assistant Chemist (CGWB):
- Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Physical Chemistry / Inorganic Chemistry / Organic Chemistry / Hydro-Chemistry / Industrial Chemistry me M.Sc. Degree.
D. For Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology) Group ‘A’ & Assistant Hydrogeologist Group ‘B’ (in CGWB):
- Geology / Applied Geology / Marine Geology / Hydrogeology me Master’s Degree.
Note: Final year/semester ke aise candidates jinhone qualifying exam diya hai aur result awaited hai, ve bhi Stage-I Preliminary exam ke liye aavedan kar sakte hain. Unhe Personality Test/Interview se pehle passing certificate prastut karna hoga.
All post-wise qualifications for UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027 must be completed from a recognized university or institute.
5. Age Limit & Permissible Age Relaxations (As on 01.01.2027)
| Category | Age Limit Benchmark | Born Between (Both Dates Inclusive) |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) / EWS Candidates | 21 to 32 Years | 02 January 1995 to 01 January 2006 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates | 21 to 35 Years (3 Years Relaxation) | 02 January 1992 to 01 January 2006 |
| SC / ST Candidates | 21 to 37 Years (5 Years Relaxation) | 02 January 1990 to 01 January 2006 |
| PwBD Candidates (Benchmark Disability) | 21 to 42 Years (10 Years Relaxation) | 02 January 1985 to 01 January 2006 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) Personnel | Up to 5 Years relaxation as per central government guidelines | |
| Departmental Candidates (GSI & CGWB Regular Employees) | Up to 5 Years relaxation for corresponding notified posts | |
6. Application Fee & Mode of Payment
- General (UR), OBC aur EWS Male Candidates: ₹200/- (Rupees Two Hundred Only).
- All Female Candidates, SC, ST aur PwBD Candidates: ₹0/- (Poori tarah se fee exempted).
- Payment Modes: Fee ka bhugtan online net banking, Visa, MasterCard, RuPay Debit/Credit Card ya UPI ke madhyam se 22 September 2026 (Shaam 06:00 Baje tak) kiya ja sakta hai.
- Dono categories (GSI aur CGWB) me aavedan karne par keval ek hi application form bharna hoga aur ek hi baar ₹200/- fee deni hogi.
The category-wise fee structure for UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Recruitment 2027 is detailed in the official examination notification.
7. Selection Process & Examination Scheme
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Pariksha 3 charano me sampann hoti hai:
Stage-I: Preliminary Examination (Computer/OMR Based Objective – 400 Marks):
| Stream / Discipline | Paper Name | Duration | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stream-I: Geologist & Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology) | Paper-I: General Studies (Common for All Streams) | 2 Hours | 100 Marks |
| Paper-II: Geology / Hydrogeology | 2 Hours | 300 Marks | |
| Stream-II: Geophysicist & Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics) | Paper-I: General Studies (Common for All Streams) | 2 Hours | 100 Marks |
| Paper-II: Geophysics | 2 Hours | 300 Marks | |
| Stream-III: Chemist & Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical) | Paper-I: General Studies (Common for All Streams) | 2 Hours | 100 Marks |
| Paper-II: Chemistry | 2 Hours | 300 Marks | |
| TOTAL STAGE-I PRELIMS SCORE | 400 Marks | ||
- Negative Marking: Stage-I Objective papers me har galat uttar par one-third (0.33) marks ki katauti ki jayegi.
- Stage-I ke marks final merit list me count honge. Preliminary exam qualify karne wale lagbhag 6 se 7 guna candidates ko Mains Exam ke liye bulaya jayega.
Stage-II: Main Examination (Conventional Descriptive – 600 Marks):
- Mains Exam me har stream ke liye 3 conventional subjective papers honge (3 Hours and 200 Marks each).
- All conventional descriptive papers must be written in English only. Candidates non-programmable pocket calculator use kar sakte hain.
Stage-III: Personality Test / Interview (200 Marks):
- Mains me qualify karne wale lagbhag 2 guna candidates ko 200 marks ke Personality Test ke liye bulaya jayega. Isme koi minimum qualifying cut-off hoti hai.
- Final merit list Stage-I (400) + Stage-II (600) + Stage-III (200) = Kul 1200 marks ke aadhar par banegi.
8. Document Uploading & Signature Guidelines
- Universal Registration Number (URN) & CAF: Candidate ko UPSC portal par ek baar URN aur Common Application Form (CAF) create karna anivarya hai.
- Live Photo Capture: Form bharte waqt candidate ko webcam ya smartphone camera ke samne sidha baith kar plain light background me live photo capture karni hogi (bina chashma, topi ya mask ke).
- Signature Upload: Plain white paper par black ink pen se 3 baar signature (ek ke niche ek) karke scan karke upload karein.
- Photo ID: Candidate apna photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter Card, PAN Card, Driving License ya Passport) submit karein.
9. How to Apply Online Step-by-Step
- Sabse pehle niche diye gaye Important Links section me jayein aur Apply Online Link par click karein.
- UPSC Online portal
https://upsconline.nic.inpar jakar Account Creation aur Universal Registration Number (URN) generate karein. - Common Application Form (CAF) me personal details, educational qualifications aur address information submit karein.
- Live photograph capture karein, prescribed format me triple signature upload karein aur valid Photo Identity Card select karein.
- Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027 ke Examination Specific Module me jakar apni stream (Geology, Geophysics ya Chemistry) aur post preference select karein.
- Apna pasandida Preliminary Exam Centre select karein aur applicable aavedan shulk (₹200/-) online pay karein. (Exempted candidates bina fee ke finalize karenge).
- Application form final submit karne ke baad Application Number aur confirmation page ka clean printout apne paas future reference ke liye save kar lein.
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