UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Recruitment 226: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination (CGSE) 2027 under Examination Notice No. 01/2027-GEOL. The online applications began on 2 September 2026, and the last date to apply is 22 September 2026. This exam is a golden chance for postgraduates in Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, or Hydrogeology to join top government scientific bodies. UPSC will fill 127 posts (tentative) in the Geological Survey of India (GSI) and the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB). Selection includes a Preliminary Exam, a Main Exam, and a Personality Test/Interview. Interested candidates should read the full details before applying.
UPSC CGSE 2027 Highlights
Candidates can find all the information about UPSC Geo-Scientist Recruitment 2026 in the table given below:
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Particulars
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Details
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Conducting Body
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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
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Exam Name
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Combined Geo-Scientist Examination (CGSE) 2027
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Notification No.
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01/2027-GEOL
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Notification Release Date
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2 September 2026
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Mode of Application
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Online
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Application Start Date
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2 September 2026
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Last Date to Apply
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22 September 2026 (till 6:00 PM)
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Official Website
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upsc.gov.in / upsconline.nic.in
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Total Vacancies
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127 (Tentative, liable to change)
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Recruiting Organisations
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Geological Survey of India (GSI); Central Ground Water Board (CGWB)
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Posts Offered
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Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist, Assistant Geologist, Assistant Geophysicist, Assistant Chemist (GSI); Scientist 'B' and Assistant-level posts (CGWB)
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Job Group
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Group 'A' and Group 'B'
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Eligibility
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Postgraduate degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, or Hydrogeology
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Age Limit
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21 to 30 years (relaxation for reserved categories)
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Selection Process
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Preliminary Examination → Main Examination → Personality Test/Interview
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Exam Stage Covered by This Notification
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Preliminary Examination only
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UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Notification PDF
UPSC has officially started the UPSC Geo-Scientist Recruitment 2026 on September 2, 2026. Interested candidates must check the detailed notification PDF in the table given below to know about its eligibility, vacancy details, and selection process.
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UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Recruitment 2026
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UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, candidates must fulfil all the eligibility criteria listed below to avoid last-minute issues:
Age Limit:
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The minimum age is 21 and minimum age is 32 years as on 1 January 2027 (born between 2 January 1995 and 1 January 2006).
Age relaxation:
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5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 5 years for government servants and ex-servicemen, and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
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Nationality: Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee (pre-1962), or a person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries for permanent settlement.
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must check the detailed post-wise educational qualification for the UPSC Geo-Scientist Recruitment 2026:
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Stream / Posts
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Required Qualification
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Geologist (GSI)
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Master's in Geological Science, Geology, Applied Geology, Geo-Exploration, Mineral Exploration, Engineering Geology, Marine Geology, Earth Science, Petroleum Geosciences, or Geochemistry
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Assistant Geologist (GSI)
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Master's / Integrated Master's in Geology, Applied Geology, Mineral Exploration, Marine Geology, or Earth Science
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Geophysicist / Scientist 'B' (Geophysics)
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M.Sc. in Physics, Applied Physics, Geophysics, Exploration Geophysics, Applied Geophysics, or Marine Geophysics
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Assistant Geophysicist
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M.Sc. / Integrated M.Sc. in Geophysics, Exploration Geophysics, Applied Geophysics, Physics, Applied Physics, or Applied Geology
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Chemist / Scientist 'B' (Chemical)
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M.Sc. in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, or Analytical Chemistry
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Assistant Chemist
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M.Sc. / Integrated M.Sc. in Chemistry and allied branches
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Scientist 'B' (Hydrogeology) / Assistant Hydrogeologist
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Master's in Geology, Applied Geology, Marine Geology, or Hydrogeology
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UPSC CGSE 2027 Apply Online
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination (CGSE) 2027. The Application starts on September 2, 2026, on its official website, upsc.gov.in. Interested candidates can also apply by following the direct link given below:
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UPSC CGSE 2027
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Steps to Apply for UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Exam 2027
Candidates must follow these steps to apply for UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist recruitment 2026:
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Visit the UPSC Online Application Portal (upsconline.nic.in)
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Register to create an account and generate a Universal Registration Number (URN), if not already registered.
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Complete the Universal Registration and the Common Application Form (CAF)
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Fill in photo ID details, capture a live photo, and upload a signature signed three times on plain white paper in black ink.
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Fill in the examination-specific module for CGSE 2027, including choice of stream, category (GSI, CGWB, or both), and preferred exam centre.
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Pay the application fee of Rs. 200 online
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Review all details carefully
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Submit the application before 22 September 2026, 6:00 PM.