UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027
Official Notification & Recruitment Details for Geological Survey of India (GSI) and Central Ground Water Board (CGWB)
Examination Notice No.: 01/2027-GEOLOrganization Details
Organization Name: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Participating Departments:
- • Geological Survey of India (GSI), Ministry of Mines
- • Central Ground Water Board (CGWB), Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti
Quick Summary
Examination Name: Combined Geo-Scientist Examination, 2027
Mode of Application: Online Only
Notification Release Date: 02.09.2026
Important Dates & Schedule
| Event Description | Important Date / Timeline |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification of Examination | 02.09.2026 (September 2, 2026) |
| Last Date for Filling up of Online Application | 22.09.2026 (September 22, 2026) till 18:00 Hours |
| Date of (Preliminary) Examination | 10.01.2027 (January 10, 2027) |
| Date of (Main) Examination | 19.06.2027 & 20.06.2027 (June 19 & June 20, 2027) |
Available Designations & Posts
The Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027 is conducted for recruitment to the following Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ posts across participating departments:
Geological Survey of India (GSI)
- Group A Geologist Group ‘A’
- Group A Geophysicist Group ‘A’
- Group A Chemist Group ‘A’
- Group B Assistant Chemist Group ‘B’
- Group B Assistant Geologist Group ‘B’
- Group B Assistant Geophysicist Group ‘B’
Central Ground Water Board (CGWB)
- Group A Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics) Group ‘A’
- Group A Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical) Group ‘A’
- Group A Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology) Group ‘A’
- Group B Assistant (Hydrogeologist) Group ‘B’
- Group B Assistant (Chemist) Group ‘B’
- Group B Assistant Geophysicist Group ‘B’
Minimum Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess the relevant degrees from recognized Universities incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or educational institutions established by an Act of Parliament or declared deemed universities under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956:
1. For Geologist Group ‘A’ in Geological Survey of India
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
2. For Geophysicist Group ‘A’ in Geological Survey of India and Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics) Group ‘A’ in C.G.W.B.
M.Sc. or Integrated degree in:
- M.Sc. in Physics or Applied Physics
- M.Sc. (Geophysics)
- Integrated M.Sc. (Exploration Geophysics)
- M.Sc. (Applied Geophysics)
- M.Sc. (Marine Geophysics)
- M.Sc. (Tech.) (Applied Geophysics)
3. For Chemist Group ‘A’ in Geological Survey of India and Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical) under C.G.W.B.
Master's degree in:
- M.Sc. in Chemistry
- Applied Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
4. For Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology) Group ‘A’ and Assistant (Hydrogeologist) Group ‘B’ in C.G.W.B.
Master’s degree in:
- Geology
- Applied Geology
- Marine Geology
- Hydrogeology
5. For Assistant Chemist Group ‘B’ in Geological Survey of India and Assistant (Chemist) Group ‘B’ in C.G.W.B.
Master of Science or Integrated Master of Science in:
- Chemistry
- Applied Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Hydro-Chemistry
- Industrial Chemistry
6. For Assistant Geologist Group ‘B’ in Geological Survey of India
Master’s degree or Integrated Master’s degree in:
- Geology
- Applied Geology
- Mineral Exploration
- Marine Geology
- Earth Science
7. For Assistant Geophysicist Group ‘B’ in Geological Survey of India and Assistant Geophysicist Group ‘B’ in C.G.W.B.
Master of Science or Master of Science (Tech) or Integrated Master of Science in:
- Geophysics
- Exploration Geophysics
- Applied Geophysics
- Geo-Exploration
- Marine Geophysics
- Physics
- Applied Physics
- Applied Geology
Application Fee Structure & Mode of Payment
General / Unreserved / Other Candidates
₹ 200/-
(Rupees Two Hundred only)
Fee Exemption Category
NIL (Exempted)
Female Candidates, SC, ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) Candidates are exempted from payment of fee.
Accepted Payment Modes:
Payment can be made either by using the net banking facility of any bank or by using Visa / Master / RuPay Credit / Debit Card / UPI Payment for appearing in the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination, 2027.
Application Submission Instructions
- Candidates are required to apply online exclusively through the official UPSC portal.
- The online applications can be filled up to 22nd September, 2026 till 18:00 Hours.
- Eligible candidates must ensure that they satisfy all educational qualification requirements and criteria before submitting their form.
- Candidates must complete the fee payment of ₹ 200/- (unless falling under the exempted categories: Female/SC/ST/PwBD) using online modes before the stipulated deadline.
Official Examination Notification
Access the complete and authentic notification document directly from the official portal below:
Download Official Notification PDF (01/2027-GEOL)Direct Link: https://www.upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/Notif-CGSPE-2027-Engl-020926.pdf
