UPSC Geologists Exam is a competitive examination conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for recruitment and selection to the post of Geologist, Geophysicist and Chemist Group 'A' in GSI and Junior Hydro-geologist (Scientist 'B'), Group 'A' for Central Ground Water Board.

UPSC Geologists Exam eligibility-

Master's degree in Geology/Applied Geology or Marine Geology from a recognized university;

or

Diploma of Associateship in Applied Geology of Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad;

or

Master's degree in Mineral exploration from a recognized university (for posts in GSI);

or

Master's degree in Hydrogeology from a recgonized university (for posts in CGWB)

Candidates appearing in the qualification examination can also apply

Age - limits:

21-32 years on 1st January of the year of examination.

Exam pattern-

Part I Written Examination

Candidates competing for both categories have to appear in the following papers

(i) General English 100 Marks
(ii) Geology Paper-I 200 Marks
(iii) Geology Paper-II 200 Marks
(iv) Geology Paper-III 200 Marks
(v) Hydrogeology 200 Marks

Part II : Interview for Personality Test 200 Marks

Tentative Schedule

(i) Notification of Examination June

(ii) Conduct of Examination November