UPSC CGSE 2027 Notification Out for 127 Posts – Apply Online

UPSC CGSE 2027 Notification has been released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination, 2027. The examination is being conducted for 127 tentative vacancies in the Geological Survey of India (GSI) and Central Ground Water Board (CGWB).

Eligible candidates with the required Master’s degree in Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, Hydrogeology or related disciplines can submit their applications online from 02 September 2026 to 22 September 2026 up to 6:00 PM.

The UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Preliminary Examination 2027 will be conducted on 10 January 2027, while the Main Examination is scheduled for 19 and 20 June 2027.

Candidates interested in UPSC CGSE Recruitment 2027 should check the complete notification for eligibility criteria, vacancy details, application fee, important dates, examination pattern and selection process before applying.

UPSC CGSE Vacancy 2027

The UPSC has announced 127 tentative vacancies under the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027. The vacancies are divided between the Geological Survey of India and Central Ground Water Board.

UPSC CGSE 2027 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the prescribed nationality, educational qualification and age limit before applying for UPSC CGSE 2027.

Nationality

• A citizen of India; or
• A subject of Nepal; or
• A subject of Bhutan; or
• A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 01 January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India; or
• A person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India, subject to the eligibility requirements prescribed by the Government of India.

UPSC CGSE Educational Qualification 2027

Candidates must possess the relevant Master’s degree for the post/stream they are applying for.

• The qualifying degree must be obtained from a recognized university or institution as prescribed in the official UPSC notification.
• Candidates awaiting their qualifying examination results may also apply where permitted under the examination rules, but they must produce the required proof of qualification at the prescribed stage.

UPSC CGSE Age Limit 2027

• Attained 21 years of age; and
• Must not have attained 32 years of age as on 01 January 2027.

Therefore, candidates should have been born not earlier than 02 January 1995 and not later than 01 January 2006.

Age Relaxation

Relaxation in the upper age limit is available to eligible candidates according to Government of India rules, including:

• The fee can be paid online through UPI, debit/credit card or net banking. The fee is non-refundable.

UPSC CGSE 2027 Exam Pattern

The UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination is conducted in three stages:

1. Preliminary Examination
2. Main Examination
3. Personality Test/Interview

Stage 1 – Preliminary Examination

The Preliminary Examination is objective type and carries a total of 400 marks.

Stage 2 – Main Examination

• Candidates who qualify in the Preliminary Examination are shortlisted for the Main Examination.
• The Main Examination consists of three conventional/descriptive papers relevant to the candidate’s stream and carries 600 marks in total.
• The Main Examination is scheduled for: 19 June 2027 and 20 June 2027

Stage 3 – Personality Test

• Candidates who qualify in the Main Examination are called for the Personality Test/Interview, which carries 200 marks.
• The final merit is prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the Main Examination and Personality Test, subject to the applicable UPSC rules.

UPSC CGSE 2027 Selection Process

• Preliminary Examination → Main Examination → Personality Test/Interview → Final Merit List

• The Preliminary Examination is used to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination. Candidates qualifying in the Main Examination are subsequently called for the Personality Test.
• Final selection is made according to merit, candidate preferences and the number of vacancies available in the respective categories/posts.

UPSC CGSE 2027 Exam Centres

Preliminary Examination Centres

• Ahmedabad
• Bengaluru
• Bhopal
• Chandigarh
• Chennai
• Cuttack
• Delhi
• Dispur
• Ghaziabad
• Gurugram
• Hyderabad
• Jaipur
• Jammu
• Kolkata
• Lucknow
• Mumbai
• Patna
• Prayagraj
• Shillong
• Shimla
• Thiruvananthapuram

Candidates are advised to apply early because examination centres are allotted on a first-apply-first-allot basis, subject to the prescribed capacity and UPSC rules.

Main Examination Centres

The Main Examination will be conducted at:

• Bhopal
• Chennai
• Delhi
• Dispur (Guwahati)
• Hyderabad
• Kolkata
• Lucknow
• Mumbai
• Shimla

Documents Required for UPSC CGSE Application

Candidates should keep the following documents/details ready while completing the online application:

• Matriculation/Secondary School certificate for date of birth
• Master’s degree certificate/mark sheets
• Relevant educational qualification documents
• Category certificate, if applicable
• OBC-NCL/EWS certificate, wherever applicable
• PwBD certificate, if applicable
• Valid photo identity details
• Recent photograph as per UPSC specifications
• Signature as per prescribed specifications
• Other documents/details required in the online application form

Candidates should carefully follow the document and photograph specifications mentioned by UPSC.

How to Apply Online for UPSC CGSE 2027

Candidates can apply online for the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027 by following these steps:

Step 1: Visit the UPSC Online Application Portal

• Open the official UPSC online application portal.

Step 2: Complete Registration

• Create an account and complete the required registration process to obtain the applicable registration details/URN.

Step 3: Complete the Common Application Form

• Enter personal, educational and other required details carefully.

Step 4: Select UPSC CGSE 2027

• Open the examination-specific application module for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027.

Step 5: Select Category/Stream

• Select the applicable category/post preferences according to your educational qualification and eligibility.

Step 6: Upload Required Details

• Upload the photograph, signature and other information/documents as required by UPSC.

Step 7: Pay Application Fee

• Pay the prescribed ₹200 application fee, if applicable.

Step 8: Select Examination Centre

• Choose the preferred examination centre. Candidates are advised to apply early because centre allotment is subject to availability.

Step 9: Submit the Application

• Review all details carefully and submit the application before the deadline.

Step 10: Save the Application

• Download or save a copy of the submitted application form and payment confirmation for future reference.

Last date to apply: 22 September 2026 up to 6:00 PM.

UPSC CGSE 2027 Important Instructions

Candidates should carefully follow the examination instructions issued by UPSC.

• Electronic devices such as mobile phones, smart watches, Bluetooth devices and pagers are prohibited at the examination venue.
• Candidates must carry the prescribed e-Admit Card and valid photo identity document.
• Entry to the examination venue closes before the commencement of the examination as specified by UPSC.
• Face authentication and identity verification may be conducted at the examination venue.
• Candidates should use only the permitted writing instrument for marking the OMR sheet.
• There is negative marking in the objective-type papers.
• The e-Admit Card will be made available online through the UPSC website; it will not be sent by post.
• Candidates should carefully read the instructions printed on the e-Admit Card before appearing for the examination.

UPSC CGSE 2027 Important Links

Apply Online – Click Here

UPSC CGSE 2027 Notification – Click Here

Official UPSC Website – https://www.upsc.gov.in/