- UPSC has released the notification for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination (CGSE) 2027 to fill 127 tentative vacancies in the Geological Survey of India (Ministry of Mines) and Central Ground Water Board (Ministry of Jal Shakti).
- Posts include Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist (Group A) and Assistant Geologist, Assistant Geophysicist, Assistant Chemist (Group B) in GSI, and Scientist 'B' and Assistant-level posts in CGWB.
- The examination is a three-stage process: Preliminary Examination (10-01-2027), Main Examination (19-06-2027 and 20-06-2027), and Personality Test/Interview.
- This notification is for the Preliminary Examination only; qualified candidates will be permitted to appear for the Main Examination separately.
UPS
Active Listing
🎓 Master's Degree
Combined Geo-Scientist Examination (CGSE) 2027 - Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist & Related Posts
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Total Vacancies
127
Job Location
Across India (posting locations include Geological Survey of India and Central Ground Water Board offices nationwide).
Apply Start
02 Sep 2026
Apply Deadline
22 Sep 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) (UPSC) |
| Job Category | UPSC |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 127 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Not specified in the notification. Pay scale varies by post and is governed by government norms for Group A/B posts. |
| Age Limits | 21 to 32 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Not specified in the notification. |
| Application Fee | - ₹200 for General/OBC/EWS candidates (non-refundable). - Exempted for Female candidates, SC/ST candidates, and Persons with Benchmark Disability. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India, subject of Nepal/Bhutan, Tibetan refugee settled in India before 01-01-1962, or a person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with intent to settle permanently in India.
- Age Limit: Must be between 21 and 32 years as on 01-01-2027 (born between 02-01-1995 and 01-01-2006).
- Age Relaxation: Up to 5 years for Government servants in GSI/CGWB, 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 3 years for disabled Defence Services personnel, 5 years for Ex-servicemen, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disability.
- Educational Qualification: Master's degree in relevant discipline (e.g., Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, Hydrogeology) from a recognized university or deemed university under UGC Act, 1956.
- Candidates awaiting final results may apply but must produce proof of passing before the Personality Test.
- Age Limit: Must be between 21 and 32 years as on 01-01-2027 (born between 02-01-1995 and 01-01-2006).
- Age Relaxation: Up to 5 years for Government servants in GSI/CGWB, 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 3 years for disabled Defence Services personnel, 5 years for Ex-servicemen, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disability.
- Educational Qualification: Master's degree in relevant discipline (e.g., Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, Hydrogeology) from a recognized university or deemed university under UGC Act, 1956.
- Candidates awaiting final results may apply but must produce proof of passing before the Personality Test.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Stage-I: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type) with two papers per stream (400 marks total).
- Stage-II: Main Examination (Conventional/Descriptive Type) with three papers per stream (600 marks total).
- Stage-III: Personality Test/Interview (200 marks).
- Final selection is based on merit position in each category, candidate preference, and number of vacancies.
- Stage-II: Main Examination (Conventional/Descriptive Type) with three papers per stream (600 marks total).
- Stage-III: Personality Test/Interview (200 marks).
- Final selection is based on merit position in each category, candidate preference, and number of vacancies.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card (strongly advised) or Voter Card/PAN Card/Passport/Driving Licence for identity verification.
- Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate for date of birth proof.
- Educational qualification certificates/mark sheets for the relevant Master's degree.
- Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD) in prescribed format and validity window.
- Photograph and signature as per Commission's upload specifications.
- Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate for date of birth proof.
- Educational qualification certificates/mark sheets for the relevant Master's degree.
- Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD) in prescribed format and validity window.
- Photograph and signature as per Commission's upload specifications.
💳 Application Fee Details
- ₹200 for General/OBC/EWS candidates (non-refundable).
- Exempted for Female candidates, SC/ST candidates, and Persons with Benchmark Disability.
- Exempted for Female candidates, SC/ST candidates, and Persons with Benchmark Disability.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for UPSC CGSE 2027?
The last date to submit the online application is 22-09-2026, up to 6:00 PM.
Q.
How many vacancies are available in UPSC CGSE 2027?
There are 127 tentative vacancies: 111 in the Geological Survey of India (Category-I) and 16 in the Central Ground Water Board (Category-II).
Q.
What is the application fee for UPSC CGSE 2027?
The application fee is ₹200 for General/OBC/EWS candidates. Female candidates, SC/ST candidates, and Persons with Benchmark Disability are exempted from the fee.
Q.
When is the UPSC CGSE 2027 Preliminary Examination scheduled?
The Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination, 2027 will be held on 10-01-2027.
Q.
What is the age limit for UPSC CGSE 2027 applicants?
Candidates must be between 21 and 32 years of age as on 01-01-2027, i.e., born between 02-01-1995 and 01-01-2006.