UPSC – Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2026 (Prelims Result & Main Exam Notice)
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)- The Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination 2026 Result has been officially declared by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). The Preliminary Exam was conducted on 08 February 2026, and the result was published on 02 March 2026
Candidates who have qualified in the Prelims are now eligible to appear for the Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination 2026.
📌 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release (01/2026-GEOL) | 03 September 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 03 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 24 September 2025 (Approx.) |
| Preliminary Examination Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Prelims Result Declaration | 02 March 2026 |
| Main Examination Date | 20 & 21 June 2026 |
| Main Admit Card Release | 1 Week Before Main Exam |
| Final Result | To Be Announced |
📌 Services Covered Under the Result
The result includes candidates shortlisted for the following services:
🟢 Geologist Group ‘A’
- Scientist B (Hydrogeology)
- Assistant Hydrogeologist Group ‘B’
🔵 Geophysicist Group ‘A’
- Scientist B (Geophysics)
- Assistant Geophysicist Group ‘B’
🟣 Chemist Group ‘A’
- Scientist B (Chemical)
- Assistant Chemist Group ‘B’
(As mentioned in the official result notification)
📄 Result Status
- The result contains roll numbers of qualified candidates.
- The candidature of shortlisted candidates is purely provisional at all stages
- Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions as per the Examination Rules.
📝 What Next After Prelims Result?
Candidates who qualified must:
- Appear in Stage-II (Main Examination).
- Download their e-Admit Card from UPSC website.
- Prepare for descriptive papers.
📅 Main Examination Dates: 20 & 21 June 2026
🎫 Admit cards will be available approximately one week before the exam
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📊 Cut-Off Marks & Marks
- Marks and category-wise cut-off of Prelims will be uploaded after the final result declaration of the entire examination process
- No individual marks are released at this stage.
🚫 Important Instructions
- No request for change of exam centre or discipline for Mains will be entertained
- Mobile phones are strictly banned inside UPSC exam halls .
- Keep checking the official website for updates.
📞 UPSC Contact Details
Candidates may contact UPSC Facilitation Counter for queries:
- Phone: 23388088 / (011)-23385271 / 23381125 / 23098543
- Email: usgeol-upsc@nic.in
- Timing: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Working Days)
🔎 How to Check UPSC Geo-Scientist Result 2026
- Visit official website: https://www.upsc.gov.in
- Click on “What’s New” section.
- Open “Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination 2026 Result”.
- Download the PDF file.
- Search your Roll Number using Ctrl + F.
📌 UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2026 – Job Summary
🗳️ Recruiting Authority
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Conducts Combined Geo-Scientist Examination through a competitive selection process of Prelims, Mains, and Interview.
📋 Total Number of Vacancies
🟡 Total Vacancies: 85 posts
This is the total number of seats notified in the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2026 Notification.
🔎 Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
(as per official linked sources — specific post numbers may vary based on official notification details)
| Post Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Geologist, Group A | 39 |
| Geophysicist, Group A | 2 |
| Chemist, Group A | 15 |
| Scientist B (Hydrogeology), Group A | 5 |
| Scientist B (Chemical), Group A | 2 |
| Scientist B (Geophysics), Group A | 1 |
| Assistant Hydrogeologist, Group B | (included in total) |
| Assistant Chemist, Group B | (included in total) |
| Assistant Geophysicist, Group B | (included in total) |
| TOTAL | 85 |
🧑🔬 Posts Available
The following scientific posts are included in this recruitment cycle:
✔ Geologist (Group A)
✔ Geophysicist (Group A)
✔ Chemist (Group A)
✔ Scientist B (Hydrogeology)
✔ Scientist B (Chemical)
✔ Scientist B (Geophysics)
✔ Assistant Hydrogeologist (Group B)
✔ Assistant Chemist (Group B)
✔ Assistant Geophysicist (Group B)
🎓 Eligibility Summary
- Educational Qualification:
Master’s degree (M.Sc./M.Sc. Tech) in relevant disciplines such as Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, etc. — specific requirements per post. - Age Limit:
Typically 21–32 years (relaxations for reserved categories as per Government rules).
🗂️ Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination (Objective)
- Main Examination (Descriptive)
- Personality Test / Interview
✔ Final selection based on cumulative performance.

📌 Summary
The UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Prelims Result 2026 has been declared on 02 March 2026. Qualified candidates will now appear for the Main Examination scheduled on 20–21 June 2026. Cut-off marks will be released only after the final result.




