UPSC Assistant Chemist Recruitment 2027: Apply Online Now

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027 notification for recruitment to various Geologist, Chemist, Geophysicist and related posts. The examination includes Assistant Chemist and Assistant Geologist posts under the Geological Survey of India (GSI), along with Assistant Chemist and other posts under the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB).

Candidates who meet the required educational and age criteria can submit the UPSC Geo-Scientist 2027 application online. The last date to apply is September 22, 2026, up to 6 PM.

UPSC Assistant Chemist Recruitment 2027 Key Details

The following table covers the major details of the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027. Candidates should check these details before completing the application form.

The UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination has three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Personality Test/Interview. The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for January 10, 2027, while the Main Examination will be held on June 19 and 20, 2027.

UPSC Geo Scientist Vacancy 2027

UPSC has announced tentative vacancies across posts in the Geological Survey of India and Central Ground Water Board. The vacancy count is subject to change as per the Commission's notification.

The GSI has six Assistant Chemist vacancies, while the CGWB has one Assistant Chemist vacancy. The notification also includes 29 Geologist and 34 Assistant Geologist vacancies under GSI.

UPSC Assistant Chemist Eligibility 2027

For Assistant Chemist Group B posts, candidates must have a relevant master's degree from a recognised university or institute.

Eligible qualifications include:

• M.Sc. in Chemistry
• Integrated M.Sc. in Chemistry
• M.Sc. in Applied Chemistry
• M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry
• M.Sc. in Physical Chemistry
• M.Sc. in Inorganic Chemistry
• M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry
• M.Sc. in Hydro-Chemistry
• M.Sc. in Industrial Chemistry

For the Geologist Group A post, candidates need a relevant master's degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Geological Science, Geo-Exploration, Mineral Exploration, Engineering Geology, Earth Science and other specified disciplines.

UPSC Geo Scientist Age Limit 2027

Candidates must be between 21 and 32 years of age as on January 1, 2027. They should have been born between January 2, 1995, and January 1, 2006.

Age relaxation is available for eligible reserved and other categories as per government rules. For example, SC and ST candidates can receive up to five years of relaxation, while eligible OBC candidates can receive up to three years.

UPSC Geo Scientist Application Fee 2027

Candidates applying for the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027 need to pay an examination fee of INR 200.

• General candidates: INR 200
• OBC/EWS candidates: INR 200
• Female candidates: No fee
• SC candidates: No fee
• ST candidates: No fee
• Eligible PwBD candidates: No fee

The fee can be paid through net banking, credit card, debit card or UPI.

How to Apply for UPSC Assistant Chemist Recruitment 2027

Candidates can complete the application through the UPSC online application portal.

1. Visit the UPSC online application portal.
2. Create an account and complete Universal Registration.
3. Fill in the Common Application Form.
4. Select the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027.
5. Enter educational and other required details.
6. Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
7. Pay the application fee, if applicable.
8. Review the application form carefully.
9. Submit the application.
10. Save the application number and confirmation for future reference.

The application window will remain open until September 22, 2026, at 6 PM.

UPSC Geo Scientist Exam Pattern 2027

The selection process consists of three stages:

• Stage 1: Combined Geo-Scientist Preliminary Examination
• Stage 2: Combined Geo-Scientist Main Examination
• Stage 3: Personality Test/Interview

The Preliminary Examination has two objective-type papers. Candidates who qualify for Stage 1 are allowed to appear for the Main Examination, which consists of three descriptive papers. The marks obtained in the written stages are considered for final merit as prescribed in the examination scheme.

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