The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially declared the UPSC Geo Scientist Final Result 2026 for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination (Advt No. 01/2026 GEOL). Candidates who participated across the Preliminary Examination, Mains Written Examination, and Personality Test (Interview) can now check their qualifying status and merit ranks. The recruitment drive fills 85 Total Vacancies across prestigious scientific roles in the Geological Survey of India (GSI) and Central Ground Water Board (CGWB). Complete details regarding cutoff trends, step-by-step result checking, and vacancy breakdowns are published below by Rojgar Site.
UPSC Geo Scientist 2026: Executive Overview
The Combined Geo-Scientist Examination is conducted annually by the Union Public Service Commission to recruit highly qualified Earth Scientists, Geologists, Geophysicists, and Chemists into premier central government departments. Below is the recruitment snapshot:
| Recruitment Overview & Key Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2026 |
| Advertisement Number | 01/2026 GEOL |
| Total Posts | 85 Posts |
| Participating Departments | Geological Survey of India (GSI) & Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) |
| Result Status | Final Result Released (October 16, 2026) |
| Official Portal | upsc.gov.in |
Important Examination & Result Dates
Keep track of the complete timeline from registration initiation to final merit list announcement:
| Activity / Event | Scheduled Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Submission Start Date | 03 September 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | 23 September 2025 (06:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 23 September 2025 |
| Preliminary Examination Admit Card | 30 January 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Result | 02 March 2026 |
| Mains Exam Admit Card | 12 June 2026 |
| Mains Examination Date | 20 – 21 June 2026 |
| Mains Examination Result | 20 July 2026 |
| Final Result Announcement | 16 October 2026 (Declared) |
Application Fee Structure
Fee payment for the UPSC Geo-Scientist recruitment was accepted exclusively through digital payment gateways and State Bank of India challans:
| Candidate Category | Application Fee | Accepted Modes of Payment |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹200/- | Debit Card (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard), Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, IMPS, or SBI Cash Challan branch facility. |
| SC / ST Candidates | ₹0/- (Exempted) | |
| Female (All Categories) & PwBD | ₹0/- (Exempted) |
Age Limit Criteria & Category-Wise Relaxations
The crucial date for eligibility calculation was determined as 01 January 2025. Candidates must fall within the stipulated age boundaries:
| Parameter / Category | Prescribed Limits / Permissible Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age Limit | 21 Years (as of 01/01/2025) |
| Maximum Age Limit | 32 Years (Born not earlier than 02 Jan 1993 and not later than 01 Jan 2004) |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer) | Upper age relaxation up to 3 Years (Max: 35 Years) |
| SC / ST Candidates | Upper age relaxation up to 5 Years (Max: 37 Years) |
| PwBD Candidates (Benchmarked Disabilities) | Upper age relaxation up to 10 Years (Max: 42 Years) |
| Ex-Servicemen / Departmental Candidates | As per standard Government of India guidelines |
Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Educational Qualifications
The UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination recruits candidates for Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ scientific positions distributed across two major organizations: Geological Survey of India (Ministry of Mines) and Central Ground Water Board (Ministry of Jal Shakti).
| Post Designation & Classification | Total Posts | Required Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|---|
| Geologist, Group ‘A’ (Category-I: GSI) | 85 Vacancies Overall |
Master’s Degree in Geological Science, Geology, Applied Geology, Geo-Exploration, Mineral Exploration, Engineering Geology, Marine Geology, Earth Science and Resource Management, Oceanography and Coastal Areas Studies, Petroleum Geosciences, or Petroleum Exploration from a recognized university. |
| Geophysicist, Group ‘A’ (Category-I: GSI) | M.Sc. in Physics, Applied Physics, Geophysics, Applied Geophysics, Marine Geophysics, or Integrated M.Sc. (Tech) Exploration Geophysics from a recognized institute. | |
| Chemist, Group ‘A’ (Category-I: GSI) | M.Sc. in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, or Analytical Chemistry from a recognized university or institute. | |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Hydrogeology), Group ‘A’ (Category-II: CGWB) | Master’s degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Marine Geology, or Hydrogeology from a recognized university. | |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Chemical), Group ‘A’ (Category-II: CGWB) | Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, or Analytical Chemistry from a recognized university. | |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Geophysics), Group ‘A’ (Category-II: CGWB) | Master’s Degree in Geophysics, Applied Geophysics, or Physics/Applied Physics from an accredited institution. | |
| Assistant Hydrogeologist, Group ‘B’ (CGWB) | Master’s Degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Marine Geology, or Hydrogeology. | |
| Assistant Chemist, Group ‘B’ (CGWB) | M.Sc. or Integrated M.Sc. in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Physical, Analytical, Inorganic, or Organic Chemistry. | |
| Assistant Geophysicist, Group ‘B’ (CGWB) | Master’s Degree in Geophysics, Applied Geophysics, Exploration Geophysics, or Applied Physics. |
Selection Process Stages
The selection methodology of the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination is rigorous and multistaged to ensure technical excellence:
Stage 1: Preliminary Computer Based Examination (400 Marks)
An objective-type screening examination containing two papers: Paper-I (General Studies – 100 Marks) and Paper-II (Domain Specific Stream: Geology/Geophysics/Chemistry/Hydrogeology – 300 Marks). Marks obtained in the Prelims count toward final merit ranking.
Stage 2: Mains Conventional Written Examination (600 Marks)
Consists of three descriptive, conventional papers of 200 marks each, testing comprehensive subject knowledge across three-hour sessions per paper.
Stage 3: Personality Test / Interview (200 Marks)
Candidates qualifying the Mains written test are summoned for an exhaustive board interview at Dholpur House, New Delhi, evaluating intellectual caliber, analytical aptitude, leadership potential, and scientific temper.
Stage 4: Document Verification (DV) & Comprehensive Medical Examination
Original educational certificates, caste status, EWS validity, age proofs, and physical fitness standards (conducted in designated central government hospitals) are scrutinized prior to issuing formal appointment orders.
How to Check UPSC Geo Scientist Final Result 2026 & Application Guide
Candidates who appeared in the Interview and Mains stages can download their merit PDF directly by following the step-by-step instructions below:
- Visit the official portal of UPSC at upsc.gov.in or access the direct PDF download via Rojgar Site.
- Navigate to the “Final Results” section on the homepage and click on “Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2026 Final Result”.
- Open the newly launched PDF document containing the list of recommended candidates in order of merit.
- Use Ctrl + F (on desktop) or the Search icon (on mobile) and enter your Roll Number or Candidate Name.
- Verify your roll number, category recommendation, and departmental allocation. Save and print the merit PDF for future reference.
- For New Applications / Future Cycles: Candidates must resize documents & photos with Rojgar Site Photo & Signature Resizer Tool to strictly comply with UPSC pixel and dimension constraints.
- For PDF file compression and merging, use Rojgar Site Online PDF Tools to ensure application forms and educational portfolios adhere to official size specifications.