Union Public Service Commission, UPSC has release the notification for UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Examination 2024 (CGSE-2024) for the post of Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist, and Scientist ‘B’ , Geo Scientist Group-A and Group-B in the Geological Survey of India, Ministry of Mines, Central Ground Water Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, for the total of 56 Posts.
This recruitment aims to fill multiple posts, providing excellent career opportunities for candidates with postgraduate qualifications in Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, or related disciplines.
Important Dates – UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2024
Below are the key dates related to the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Recruitment 2024:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 02/2024 GEOL Dt: 20-09-2023 |
| Online Application Start Date | 20-09-2023 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10-10-2023 |
| Correction Window | 11-10-2023 to 17-10-2023 |
| Preliminary Examination Date | 18-02-2024 |
| Main Examination Date | 22-06-2024 |
Note: Candidates must apply well before the last date to secure their preferred exam center.
Application Fee – UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2024
Candidates must pay the prescribed fee while submitting the online application form.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹200/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female | Exempted |
Mode of Payment:
Through Debit/Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking, or cash at SBI Branch (Pay-in Slip).
Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2024 – Age Limit and Relaxation
The age criteria for different posts under the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Recruitment 2024 are as follows (as on 01-01-2024):
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist, Scientist ‘B’ | 21 to 32 years |
Candidate must be born between 02-01-1992 and 01-01-2003.
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
- PwBD: Up to 10 years
- Government Servants in relevant departments: Up to 7 years
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2024 – Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the following qualifications for the respective posts:
| Post Name | Educational Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Geologist (Group ‘A’) | Master’s degree in Geological Science/Applied Geology/Earth Science/Marine Geology or equivalent. |
| Geophysicist (Group ‘A’) | M.Sc. in Physics/Applied Physics/Geophysics or equivalent. |
| Chemist (Group ‘A’) | M.Sc. in Chemistry/Applied/Analytical Chemistry. |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology) | Master’s in Geology/Applied Geology/Marine Geology/Hydrogeology. |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics) | M.Sc. in Physics/Geophysics or equivalent. |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical) | M.Sc. in Chemistry/Applied Chemistry or equivalent. |
Note: Candidates appearing in their final year may also apply, subject to producing proof of qualification before the Main Examination.
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2024 Vacancy Details
The tentative vacancies under different categories are mentioned below:
| Category | Post Name | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Geological Survey of India (Ministry of Mines) | Geologist | 34 |
| Geophysicist | 1 | |
| Chemist | 13 | |
| Central Ground Water Board (Ministry of Jal Shakti) | Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology) | 4 |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical) | 2 | |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics) | 2 |
| Department | Post Name | Total Vacancy | Educational Eligibility |
| Geological Survey of India | Geologist Gr-A | 34 | Passed / Appearing Master Degree Geological Science or Geology or Applied Geology or Geo-Exploration or Mineral Exploration or Engineering Geology or Marine Geology or Earth Science or Any Other Equivalent Degree |
| Geological Survey of India | Geophysicist Group-A | 01 | Passed / Appearing Master Degree in Science in Following Stream Physics / Applied Physics / Geophysics / Marine Geophysics or Any Other Equivalent Degree |
| Geological Survey of India | Chemist Gr-A | 13 | Master Degree in Science M. Sc. Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry Passed / Appearing in Any Recognized University in India. |
| Central Ground Water Board | Scientist ‘B’ Group-A Hydrogeology Chemical | 08 | Passed / Appearing (Final Year) Master degree in Geology or Applied Geology or Marine Geology or Any Equivalent Degree in Any Recognized University in India. |
Total Vacancies: 56 (Approximate and subject to change)
Reservation: Applicable for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates as per Government norms.
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2024 Notification PDF
The official UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2024 Notification PDF can be downloaded from the official website of UPSC.
It contains detailed rules, eligibility conditions, and syllabus for the examination.
Official Notification PDF: Download from UPSC Website
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2024 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in three stages:
| Stage | Name of Examination | Type | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage-I | Preliminary Exam | Objective | 400 |
| Stage-II | Main Exam | Descriptive | 600 |
| Stage-III | Personality Test | Interview | 200 |
Final merit will be prepared based on marks obtained in all three stages.
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination Pattern 2024
Stage-I: Preliminary Examination
| Stream | Paper | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geologist/Scientist B (Hydrogeology) | General Studies + Geology/Hydrogeology | 2 hrs each | 400 |
| Geophysicist/Scientist B (Geophysics) | General Studies + Geophysics | 2 hrs each | 400 |
| Chemist/Scientist B (Chemical) | General Studies + Chemistry | 2 hrs each | 400 |
Negative Marking: ⅓ marks for each wrong answer.
Stage-II: Main Examination
| Stream | Subjects | Papers | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geologist | Geology Paper I, II, III | 3 | 600 |
| Geophysicist | Geophysics Paper I, II, III | 3 | 600 |
| Chemist | Chemistry Paper I, II, III | 3 | 600 |
| Scientist B (Hydrogeology) | Geology Paper I, II & Hydrogeology Paper III | 3 | 600 |
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2024 Syllabus
The syllabus covers both General Studies and subject-specific topics (Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, Hydrogeology).
- Paper I (General Studies): Current Affairs, Indian Polity, Geography, Environment, Science, and Economy.
- Subject Papers: Based on M.Sc. standard syllabus focusing on fundamental and applied aspects of Geology, Geophysics, and Chemistry.
A detailed syllabus is available in the official notification PDF.
Examination Centres – UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2024
The Preliminary Exam will be held in the following major cities:
| Exam Centres |
|---|
| Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cuttack, Delhi, Dispur, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Patna, Prayagraj, Shillong, Shimla, Thiruvananthapuram |
Pay Scale & Allowances – UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2024
Selected candidates will be appointed to Group ‘A’ Gazetted Posts with the following pay level:
- Pay Level: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (7th CPC) plus admissible allowances such as DA, HRA, and TA.
Probation & Service Conditions
Newly appointed candidates will be on probation for 2 years, during which they must undergo departmental training and meet performance requirements.
How to Apply for UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2024
Candidates can apply online by following the steps below:
- Visit the official website – https://upsconline.nic.in.
- Register using One Time Registration (OTR).
- Fill out the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2024 application form.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and photo ID.
- Pay the fee using online or offline mode.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
Important Links – UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2024
- Apply Online: Click Here to Apply
- Official Notification PDF: Download PDF
- Official Website: Visit UPSC Website
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