UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2027: Recruitment, Eligibility & Important Dates
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2027 is part of CareerSphere’s UPSC Recruitment 2027–28 coverage. This page explains specialist geological, geophysical and related scientific recruitment, with confirmed information separated from details that remain To Be Announced (TBA).
Candidates should use the already released 2027 notification because post-wise scientific qualifications are important.
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2027: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission |
| Recruitment | UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2027 |
| Vacancy | To Be Announced / official notification |
| Application | Online through the official UPSC system |
| Selection | As prescribed by UPSC |
Important Dates
The notification was released on 2 September 2026; the application deadline was 22 September 2026 at 6:00 PM; the Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 10 January 2027 and the Main Examination for 19 June 2027.
Vacancy Details
The exact vacancy count and category-wise distribution must be taken from the official UPSC notification or advertisement. Previous-year figures are not confirmed 2027–28 vacancies.
Who Should Apply?
Candidates should use the already released 2027 notification because post-wise scientific qualifications are important. Candidates should match their academic background and other eligibility conditions to the exact examination notice before applying.
Eligibility
Qualifications are specialist and vary by post, including relevant geology, applied geology, geophysics, chemistry or hydrogeology backgrounds as prescribed.
Educational Qualification
The prescribed qualification must be satisfied under the applicable notification or service rules. Candidates should not assume that a similar qualification is automatically accepted.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The applicable age limit and relaxation are determined by the relevant recruitment rules and official notification.
Application Fee
The fee and exemptions are notification-specific. Where the applicable 2027 notification is not yet available, the fee remains TBA.
Selection Process
Selection may include a written or preliminary examination, recruitment test, interview, physical or medical standards and document verification depending on the recruitment. The exact stages are stated by UPSC.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official UPSC website and application portal.
- Open the relevant examination or recruitment advertisement.
- Read the complete eligibility and service conditions.
- Register or log in as required.
- Enter accurate personal, educational and professional details.
- Upload the prescribed certificates and documents.
- Pay the applicable fee, if required.
- Review the application carefully.
- Submit it before the closing date.
- Save the final application and reference details.
Documents Checklist
- Educational certificates and mark sheets
- Date-of-birth proof where required
- Category or reservation certificates where applicable
- Experience or service certificates where required
- Professional registration documents where applicable
- Photograph and signature in the prescribed format
Candidate Action Plan
- Mark the official notification or examination date on your calendar.
- Read the complete notification rather than relying on summaries.
- Confirm eligibility before submitting an application.
- Prepare required certificates early.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Monitor UPSC notices for corrigenda, tests, interviews and results.
CareerSphere Updates
Related UPSC guides: Civil Services 2027 | Engineering Services 2027 | CDS 2027 | NDA 2027 | CMS 2027 | CAPF 2027
CareerSphere will update this article when UPSC publishes a notification, advertisement, corrigendum, examination notice, recruitment-test update or result. The official UPSC notice remains the final authority.
Post-wise scientific eligibility matters
Combined Geo-Scientist recruitment covers specialist scientific roles, so the academic subject combination is particularly important. Candidates should identify the post they are targeting and match their qualification to that post in the notification.
Keeping degree certificates, marksheets and subject details ready is especially useful for specialist recruitment. Candidates should not substitute a similar qualification unless UPSC expressly permits it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
The exact number will be reported from the official notification. CareerSphere will not present an estimate or previous-year figure as a confirmed vacancy.
Who can apply?
Only candidates meeting the exact eligibility requirements of the relevant examination, service or advertisement can apply.
Where should candidates apply?
Applications should be submitted through the official UPSC application system specified in the notice.
Where can I check official updates?
Check the official UPSC website for notifications, advertisements, schedules, recruitment tests, results and corrigenda.
Official UPSC Website
Visit the official UPSC website for official information.
Last updated: 4 October 2026
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