UPSC Geo-Scientist 2027 Notification Out, Apply for 127 Posts

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the UPSC Geo-Scientist 2027 notification for the Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination. The recruitment drive is for 127 tentative vacancies under the Geological Survey of India (GSI) and Central Ground Water Board (CGWB).

The UPSC Geo-Scientist application form 2027 is available online from September 2, 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications until September 22, 2026, up to 6 PM. The UPSC Geo-Scientist Preliminary Examination 2027 will be conducted on January 10, 2027.

UPSC Geo-Scientist 2027: Key Highlights

The table below covers the major details of the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027, including vacancies, application dates, fee and exam dates.

UPSC Geo-Scientist Vacancy 2027

The UPSC Geo-Scientist vacancy 2027 includes posts in geology, geophysics, chemistry and hydrogeology-related fields. The vacancies are distributed between GSI and CGWB.

The vacancy details are given below:

The vacancies are tentative and may be changed by the Commission as per the requirements of the concerned organisations.

UPSC Geo-Scientist 2027 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the educational and age requirements prescribed for their respective posts.

Educational qualification:

• Candidates need relevant postgraduate qualifications for the post they are applying for.
• Eligible disciplines include Geology, Applied Geology, Geophysics, Physics, Chemistry, Hydrogeology and related subjects.
• The exact qualification varies according to the post.

Age limit:

• Minimum age: 21 years
• Maximum age: 32 years
• The age will generally be calculated as on January 1, 2027.
• Age relaxation will apply to eligible reserved categories as per government rules.

UPSC Geo-Scientist 2027 Application Fee

The UPSC Geo-Scientist application fee is INR 200 for candidates required to pay the examination fee.

Female candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST and PwBD categories are exempt from payment of the examination fee.

UPSC Geo-Scientist Exam Date 2027

The UPSC Geo-Scientist Preliminary Examination 2027 is scheduled for January 10, 2027. Candidates who qualify in the Preliminary Examination will proceed to the Main Examination.

The Main Examination is scheduled for June 19 and 20, 2027, followed by the Personality Test for candidates who meet the prescribed qualifying requirements.

The Preliminary Examination will consist of two objective papers carrying a total of 400 marks. General Studies will carry 100 marks, while the stream-specific paper will carry 300 marks. Each paper will have a duration of two hours, with negative marking for incorrect answers.

How to Apply for UPSC Geo-Scientist 2027

Candidates can complete the UPSC Geo-Scientist application form 2027 through the UPSC online application portal.

Follow these steps:

• Visit the UPSC online application portal.
• Complete the required registration process and generate the Universal Registration Number (URN), if applicable.
• Complete the Common Application Form.
• Select the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027.
• Enter the required personal and educational details.
• Upload the prescribed documents, photograph and signature.
• Pay the applicable examination fee.
• Check all details carefully before final submission.
• Submit the application form and save the confirmation for future reference.

Candidates should complete the application well before the September 22, 2026, 6 PM deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

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