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UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2027

Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination, 2027

Form opens
02 Sep 2026
Form closes
22 Sep 2026
Exam date
10 Jan 2027
Vacancies
TBA

About the exam

Recruitment examination for Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist and related scientific posts in the Government of India.

Eligibility

Relevant Master's degree in Geology / Applied Geology / Geophysics / Chemistry or related qualification depending on post.

Syllabus & exam pattern

General Studies

  • Current Affairs
  • General Science
  • Environment
  • Indian Geography

Geology

  • Geology
  • Mineralogy
  • Petrology
  • Structural Geology
  • Economic Geology

Geophysics

  • Geophysics
  • Seismology
  • Geophysical Prospecting
  • Applied Geophysics

Previous cut-offs

YearGeneralOBCSCST
2025----

Important questions

  1. Q1. Which branch of geology deals with the study of rocks?
    Answer: Petrology
  2. Q2. What is the study of earthquakes called?
    Answer: Seismology