# UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2024 (2025 Exam) Mains Admit Card Released
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the release of the Mains Admit Card for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2024 (for the 2025 exam cycle). This recruitment drive aims to fill 85 vacancies across various Geo-Scientist and related posts. The application process for this recruitment took place from September 4, 2024, to September 24, 2024. The Mains examination is scheduled to be conducted on June 28 and 29, 2025. Candidates who successfully applied and qualified for the Mains exam can now download their admit cards.
Below is a detailed overview of the examination:
## Important Dates
* **Notification Date:** September 4, 2024
* **Application Start Date:** September 4, 2024
* **Application Last Date:** September 24, 2024
* **Correction Window:** September 25 to October 1, 2024
* **Prelims Exam Date:** February 9, 2025
* **Prelims Admit Card:** January 31, 2025
* **Prelims Result:** March 28, 2025
* **Mains Exam Date:** June 28 - 29, 2025
* **Mains Admit Card:** June 13, 2025
## Application Fee
* **General / OBC:** ₹200/-
* **SC / ST / Female:** ₹0/-
Payment of the examination fee can be made through various online modes including Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, etc.
## Age Limit
* **As On:** January 1, 2025
* **Minimum Age:** 21 Years
* **Maximum Age:** 32 Years
Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC recruitment rules.
**Note:** To calculate your exact age as of the cutoff date, you can use an [Age Calculator](https://exam.pscnotes.com/calculator/age-calculator/).
## Vacancy Details
A total of 85 posts are available under the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist recruitment. The distribution is as follows:
| Post Name | Group | Category | No. of Posts |
| :-------------------------------- | :------- | :------- | :----------- |
| Geologist | Group A | Cat-I | 16 |
| Geophysicist | Group A | Cat-I | 06 |
| Chemist | Group A | Cat-I | 02 |
| Scientist B (Hydrogeology) | Group A | Cat-II | 13 |
| Scientist B (Chemical) | Group A | Cat-II | 01 |
| Scientist B (Geophysics) | Group A | Cat-II | 01 |
| Assistant Hydrogeologist | Group ‘B’ | | 31 |
| Assistant Chemist | Group ‘B’ | | 04 |
| Assistant Geophysicist | Group ‘B’ | | 11 |
| **Total Posts** | | | **85** |
## Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess or be in the final year/appearing for the relevant Master's Degree from a recognized University as listed below:
* **Geologist Group A (Cat-I):** Master's Degree in Geological Science, Geology, Applied Geology, Geo-Exploration, Mineral Exploration, Engineering Geology, Marine Geology, Earth Science, or any other equivalent degree.
* **Geophysicist Group A (Cat-I):** Master's Degree in Science in Physics, Applied Physics, Geophysics, Marine Geophysics, or any other equivalent degree.
* **Chemist Group A (Cat-I):** Master's Degree in Science (M.Sc.) in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or equivalent.
* **Scientist B (Hydrogeology) Group A (Cat-II):** Master's Degree (Passed / Appearing Final Year) in Geology, Applied Geology, Marine Geology, or any equivalent degree.
* **Scientist B (Chemical) Group A (Cat-II):** Master's Degree (Passed / Appearing Final Year) in Geology, Applied Geology, Marine Geology, or any equivalent degree.
* **Scientist B (Geophysics) Group A (Cat-II):** Master's Degree (Passed / Appearing Final Year) in Geology, Applied Geology, Marine Geology, or any equivalent degree.
* **Assistant Hydrogeologist, Group ‘B’:** Master’s degree in Geology, applied Geology, Marine Geology, or Hydrogeology.
* **Assistant Chemist, Group ‘B’:** Master of Science or Integrated Master of Science in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Hydro-Chemistry, or Industrial Chemistry.
* **Assistant Geophysicist, Group ‘B’:** Master of Science or Integrated Master of Science in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Hydro-Chemistry, or Industrial Chemistry.
## Selection Process
The selection process for the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist examination includes the following stages:
1. Preliminary Examination (Prelims)
2. Mains Examination
3. Personality Test / Interview
## How To Download UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Mains Admit Card 2025
Candidates can download their Mains Admit Card from the official UPSC website. Follow these steps:
1. Visit the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
2. Look for the 'Admit Cards' section, usually available on the homepage or under the 'Examination' tab.
3. Find the link for 'E-Admit Card: Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination, 2025'.
4. Click on the download link.
5. You will likely be prompted to log in using your Registration Number / Roll Number and Date of Birth / Password.
6. Enter the required details and any specified captcha code.
7. Submit the details to view and download your admit card.
8. Save the admit card and take a printout for the examination.
You can also find the direct download link in the important links section below.
## Important Links
* [Download Mains Admit Card](https://upsconline.nic.in/eadmitcard/upsc/2025/geol/main/esign/) (Link as provided in source, assuming this leads to the download page)
* [Download Mains Exam Date Notice](https://upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/Datesheet_CGS_Main_Exam_2025_120624.pdf) (Link as provided in source)
* [Download Prelims Result (Name Wise)](https://upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/WR-CGGE-24-28032024-Name.pdf) (Link as provided in source)
* [Download Prelims Result](https://upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/WR-CGGE-24-28032024-Roll.pdf) (Link as provided in source)
* [Download Notification (English)](https://upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/Notif-CGGE-24-eng-04092024.pdf) (Link as provided in source)
* [Download Notification (Hindi)](https://upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/Notif-CGGE-24-Hin-04092024.pdf) (Link as provided in source)
* [UPSC Official Website](https://upsc.gov.in/)
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## Frequently Asked Questions
* **Q. When did online applications for UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2024 start?**
A. Online applications commenced on September 4, 2024.
* **Q. What was the last date to apply for UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2024?**
A. The last date to submit online applications was September 24, 2024.
* **Q. What is the age limit for UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Vacancy 2024?**
A. The age limit is 21 to 32 years as of January 1, 2025, with relaxation as per rules.
* **Q. What are the educational qualifications for UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Online Form 2024?**
A. Candidates are required to possess a Master's Degree in a relevant field or be appearing for the final year. Refer to the detailed qualifications section above for post-wise eligibility.
* **Q. How can I download the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Mains Admit Card 2025?**
A. The admit card can be downloaded from the official UPSC website using your registration/roll number and date of birth. A direct link is available in the 'Important Links' section.
* **Q. What is the official website of UPSC?**
A. The official website of UPSC is [https://upsc.gov.in/](https://upsc.gov.in/).
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