UPSC CGSE 2027 Notification Out – Apply Online for 127 Combined Geo-Scientist Preliminary Exam Posts
UPSC CGSE 2027
COMBINED GEO-SCIENTIST PRELIMINARY EXAM
📢 127 Vacancies | Group A & B Posts
📝 APPLY ONLINE
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Geo-Scientist Preliminary Examination 2027 under Examination Notice No. 01/2027-GEOL [citation:1][citation:9]. The notification was issued on 02 September 2026 [citation:1][citation:8].
This prestigious examination is being conducted for recruitment to 127 tentative vacancies across the Geological Survey of India (GSI) under the Ministry of Mines and the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) under the Ministry of Jal Shakti [citation:1][citation:7][citation:8].
📋 Quick Summary
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) [citation:8] |
| Examination Notice No. | 01/2027-GEOL [citation:1][citation:9] |
| Examination Name | Combined Geo-Scientist Preliminary Exam, 2027 [citation:2] |
| Total Vacancies | 127 (Tentative) [citation:1][citation:7] |
| Category-I (GSI) | 111 Posts [citation:7] |
| Category-II (CGWB) | 16 Posts [citation:7] |
| Application Mode | Online [citation:2] |
| Application Start Date | 02 September 2026 [citation:1][citation:8] |
| Application Last Date | 22 September 2026 (6:00 PM) [citation:1][citation:9] |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 10 January 2027 [citation:1][citation:7] |
| Main Exam Date | 19 & 20 June 2027 [citation:1][citation:8] |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in / upsconline.nic.in [citation:1] |
📊 Vacancy Details
Category-I: Geological Survey of India (GSI) – 111 Posts [citation:7]
| Post Name | Group | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Geologist | Group 'A' | 29 |
| Geophysicist | Group 'A' | 0 |
| Chemist | Group 'A' | 7 |
| Assistant Geologist | Group 'B' | 34 |
| Assistant Geophysicist | Group 'B' | 35 |
| Assistant Chemist | Group 'B' | 6 |
| Total (GSI) | 111 | |
Category-II: Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) – 16 Posts [citation:7]
| Post Name | Group | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist 'B' (Hydrogeology) | Group 'A' | 5 |
| Scientist 'B' (Chemical) | Group 'A' | 1 |
| Scientist 'B' (Geophysics) | Group 'A' | 1 |
| Assistant Hydrogeologist | Group 'B' | 7 |
| Assistant Chemist | Group 'B' | 1 |
| Assistant Geophysicist | Group 'B' | 1 |
| Total (CGWB) | 16 | |
📌 Grand Total: 127 Vacancies [citation:1][citation:7]
Note: No vacancy has been notified for the Geophysicist, Group 'A' post in GSI for this examination cycle [citation:2][citation:8]. The vacancy figures are tentative and may be modified by the Commission before the recruitment process is completed [citation:7].
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality [citation:13][citation:15]:
A candidate must be either:
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
- A Tibetan refugee who came over to India before January 1, 1962, or
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2027) [citation:1][citation:2][citation:8]:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 32 Years |
| Birth Period | Born between 02 January 1995 and 01 January 2006 [citation:8][citation:13] |
Age Relaxation [citation:1][citation:13]:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| Government Servants (GSI/CGWB) | 5 Years |
| Defence Services Personnel | 3 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | 10 Years |
Educational Qualification [citation:2][citation:9][citation:13]:
| Stream / Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Geologist / Assistant Geologist | 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, or Geochemistry |
| Geophysicist / Assistant Geophysicist / Scientist 'B' (Geophysics) | M.Sc. in Physics, Applied Physics, Geophysics, Exploration Geophysics, Applied Geophysics, or Marine Geophysics |
| Chemist / Assistant Chemist / Scientist 'B' (Chemical) | M.Sc. in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, or Analytical Chemistry |
| Hydrogeologist / Scientist 'B' (Hydrogeology) | Master's degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Marine Geology, or Hydrogeology |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS Male | ₹200 [citation:2][citation:12] |
| Female Candidates | Nil [citation:2][citation:7] |
| SC / ST Candidates | Nil [citation:2][citation:7] |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | Nil [citation:2][citation:7] |
📌 Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Visa, MasterCard, RuPay Debit/Credit Card, UPI [citation:12].
📌 Selection Process [citation:7][citation:8]
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
| Paper | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Studies (For all streams) | 100 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-II | Stream-Specific Subject (Geology/Chemistry/Geophysics/Hydrogeology) | 300 | 2 Hours |
| Total | 400 | 4 Hours | |
Stage 2: Main Examination (Descriptive)
- Total Marks: 600
- Three Papers: Stream-Specific (200 Marks each)
- Streams: Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, Hydrogeology [citation:1]
Stage 3: Personality Test / Interview
- Total Marks: 200 [citation:1]
- Assessment: Subject knowledge, personality, and administrative capability
Note: Negative marking (1/3rd of the marks) applies to incorrect answers in the Preliminary Examination (objective paper) [citation:7][citation:8].
💰 Salary Details [citation:5]
| Post Category | Pay Level | Basic Pay Range | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group 'A' Posts | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 | DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, CGHS, NPS, Central Govt Benefits |
| Group 'B' Posts | Level 7 | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 | DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Medical Benefits, NPS |
📝 How to Apply for UPSC CGSE 2027 [citation:2][citation:8]
- Visit the Official UPSC Website: Go to upsconline.nic.in [citation:1][citation:15].
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR): First-time users must complete the Universal Registration Number (URN) profile [citation:2][citation:8].
- Fill the Common Application Form (CAF): Enter personal, educational, and contact details [citation:2].
- Upload Documents: Upload the required documents, signature, and live photograph as per specifications [citation:2].
- Select the Examination: Choose the examination-specific module for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination, 2027 [citation:2].
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the applicable fee online (if not exempted) [citation:2][citation:12].
- Verify and Submit: Review all details carefully before submitting the form [citation:2].
- Print Confirmation: Download or print the confirmation slip for future reference [citation:2].
📌 Important Notes
- The present notification is only for the Preliminary Examination. Candidates who qualify in the Prelims will become eligible to appear for the Main Examination [citation:8][citation:9].
- Applicants must ensure they meet the age, educational, and nationality criteria before applying [citation:13][citation:15].
- Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted.
- Candidates are advised to keep their email and mobile number active for all communication from the Commission.
- Female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from payment of the application fee [citation:2][citation:7].
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| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | 📝 Apply Online |
| Official Notification | 📄 Download Notification |
| Official Website | 🌐 Visit Website |
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