Opportunities from Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

Examination Notice 01/2027-GEOL covers 111 tentative vacancies in the Geological Survey of India under the Ministry of Mines and 16 in the Central Ground Water Board under the Ministry of Jal Shakti. The notified posts include Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist, Assistant Geologist, Assistant Geophysicist, Assistant Chemist, Scientist B Hydrogeology/Chemical/Geophysics and Assistant Hydrogeologist roles. Selection proceeds through the preliminary examination, main examination and personality test. The preliminary examination is scheduled for 10 January 2027. The notification states that appointments are temporary in the first instance and includes applicable reservation provisions.

Eligibility varies by post. The notification sets nationality conditions for Indian citizens and specified eligible categories including certain subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, Tibetan refugees and persons of Indian origin subject to the prescribed eligibility certificate where applicable. Role-specific educational requirements generally require a relevant master's or M.Sc. qualification in geology/geosciences, physics/geophysics, chemistry, hydrogeology or another field specified for the post. Applicants should consult the official notice for the exact age, degree and category conditions for their chosen service.