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UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2026 - 85 Posts

UPSC is filling 85 posts in the Geological Survey of India and the Central Ground Water Board through the Combined Geo-Scientist Exam 2026. Prelims was held on 8 Feb 2026 and Mains on 20-21 Jun 2026; the Mains result came on 20 Jul 2026 and interviews of 200 candidates were held on 15-18 Sep 2026. The final result is awaited.

• Organization: UPSC
• Post: Geologist, Geophysicist and Chemist (Group A) in GSI; Scientist 'B', Assistant Hydrogeologist, Assistant Chemist and Assistant Geophysicist in CGWB
• Vacancies: 85
• Qualification: Master's degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry or a related subject (as per post)
• Age limit: 21-32 years on 1 Jan 2026 (born 2 Jan 1994 to 1 Jan 2005); relaxation as per rules
• Apply from: 03 Sep 2025
• Last date: 23 Sep 2025
• Exam date: 21 Jun 2026
• Application fee: Rs 200; no fee for women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates

Official links

• Official notification
• Result
• Interview schedule
• Official website

Always verify details in the official notification before applying.