Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Combined Geo-Scientist Preliminary Examination 2025: Result Announced
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the result for the Combined Geo-Scientist Preliminary Examination 2025. This recruitment drive aimed to fill 85 vacancies.
Key Dates
- Application Start Date: 03 September 2025
- Application Last Date: 23 September 2025
- Preliminary Examination Date: 08 February 2026
- Preliminary Admit Card Release: 30 January 2026
- Preliminary Result Release: 02 March 2026
Application Fee
- General, OBC: Rs. 200/-
- SC, ST, Female Candidates: Rs. 0/-
Payment can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, and other accepted payment modes.
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Recruitment Rules. For precise age calculations, please use the Age Calculator.
Vacancy Details
A total of 85 posts were announced.
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Geologist Group A (Cat-I) | 39 |
| Geophysicist Group A (Cat-I) | 02 |
| Chemist Group A (Cat-I) | 15 |
| Scientist B (Hydrogeology) Group A (Cat-II) | 05 |
| Scientist B (Chemical) Group A (Cat-II) | 02 |
| Scientist B (Geophysics) Group A (Cat-II) | 01 |
| Assistant Hydrogeologist, Group ‘B’ | 18 |
| Assistant Chemist, Group ‘B’ | 02 |
| Assistant Geophysicist, Group ‘B’ | 01 |
Educational Qualifications
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| 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 an Equivalent Degree. Candidates appearing for the final year are also eligible. |
| Geophysicist Group A (Cat-I) | Master’s Degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Geophysics, Marine Geophysics, or an Equivalent Degree. Candidates appearing for the final year are also eligible. |
| Chemist Group A (Cat-I) | Master’s Degree in Science (M.Sc) in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or an Equivalent Degree from a recognized Indian University. Candidates appearing for the final year are also eligible. |
| Scientist B (Hydrogeology) Group A (Cat-II) | Master’s degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Marine Geology, or an Equivalent Degree from a recognized Indian University. Candidates in their final year of study are eligible. |
| Scientist B (Chemical) Group A (Cat-II) | Master’s degree in Chemistry or an equivalent degree from a recognized university. (Note: The provided text had a discrepancy here, this reflects a likely intended qualification based on context.) Candidates in their final year of study are eligible. |
| Scientist B (Geophysics) Group A (Cat-II) | Master’s degree in Geophysics or an equivalent degree from a recognized university. (Note: The provided text had a discrepancy here, this reflects a likely intended qualification based on context.) Candidates in their final year of study are eligible. |
| Assistant Hydrogeologist, Group ‘B’ | Master’s degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Marine Geology, or Hydrogeology from a Recognized University. |
| 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 from a recognized university or institute. |
| Assistant Geophysicist, Group ‘B’ | Master of Science or Integrated Master of Science in Physics, Applied Physics, Geophysics, Marine Geophysics, or an Equivalent Degree from a recognized university or institute. (Note: The provided text had a discrepancy here, this reflects a likely intended qualification based on context.) |
Selection Process
The selection process comprises the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Personality Test/Interview
How to Download UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Preliminary Result 2026
Candidates who appeared for the examination can download their results by following these steps:
- Visit the official UPSC website or use the direct link provided below.
- Navigate to the ‘Results’ section.
- Locate and click on the link for “Result – UPSC Geo-Scientist Recruitment 2025”.
- Candidates will need to enter their Registration Number/Roll Number and Password/Date of Birth to access their results.
- The result can also be checked from the official site of the UPSC.
Important Links
- Download Preliminary Result (Replace with actual link when available)
- Download Preliminary Admit Card (Replace with actual link when available)
- Download Preliminary Admit Card Notice (Replace with actual link when available)
- Apply Online (Replace with actual link when available)
- Download Notification (Replace with actual link when available)
- Sarkari Exam Mobile App
- Join WhatsApp Channel
- Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Has the UPSC Geo-Scientist Preliminary Result 2026 been released?
A. Yes, the UPSC Geo-Scientist Preliminary Result 2026 has been released.
Q. When was the UPSC Geo-Scientist Preliminary Result 2026 officially announced?
A. The UPSC Geo-Scientist Preliminary Result 2026 was officially announced on 02 March 2026.
Q. Where can I check the UPSC Geo-Scientist Preliminary Result 2026?
A. You can check your result on the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in.
Q. What should I search for on the website to find the UPSC Geo-Scientist Preliminary Result 2026?
A. Look for the notification titled “Result – UPSC Geo-Scientist Recruitment 2025” in the results or notifications list.
Q. What details are required to download the Result?
A. Candidates need to provide their Registration Number/Roll Number and Password/Date of Birth to download the result.
Q. What is the official website of UPSC?
A. The official website of UPSC is https://upsc.gov.in/.