UPSC Geo-Scientist 2027 Application Window Open; Check Last Date and Exam Schedule

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued the notification for the Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination 2027. The application process started from 02 September 2026 and the last date for submitting the applications is 22 September 2026 up to 6 PM.

UPSC Geo-Scientist Preliminary Examination 2027 will be conducted on 10 January 2027. UPSC has advertised this examination as a one day examination in its official website.

Key facts

• Name of Board: Geological Survey of India (GSI)Exam: Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination, 2027
• Conducting Authority: Union Public Service Commission
• Notification date: September 2, 2026
• The deadline for applications is September 22, 2026 at 6 PM.
• Preliminary Examination: January 10, 2027
• Duration: One day
• Application mode: Online
• Official website: UPSC
• UPSC Online Application Portal: www.upsc.gov.in 

What is UPSC Geo-Scientist 2027 Exam?

UPSC conducts Combined Geo-Scientist Examination for recruitment to posts of specialised officers in geoscience. The Preliminary Examination is the first stage of the examination process.

The examination covers different posts, and eligibility requirements vary by post. Candidates should therefore check the 2027 UPSC notification for the educational qualification, age limit and other conditions applicable to the post they wish to apply for.

What is the last date of the UPSC Geo-Scientist 2027?

The deadline to apply for the UPSC Geo-Scientist 2027 exam is 22nd September 2026 till 6 PM. The UPSC exam application form has been opened from September 2. The candidates must submit the application form prior to the deadline and ensure that they have entered all the details accurately in the application form before submitting it.

What is the date for UPSC Geo-Scientist Preliminary Examination?

UPSC Geo-Scientist Preliminary Exam 2027 will be held on 10/01/2027. The official examination page of UPSC says that the examination is to be conducted for 1 day. Candidates to prepare as per syllabus and exam scheme given in the official notification.

Eligibility Criteria for UPSC Geo-Scientist 2027?

Eligibility is post-specific. The educational qualification, age requirement and other conditions required for the various posts to which candidates are to apply, are prescribed.

Eligibility conditions applicable are mentioned in the official notification of UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination, 2027. Please check the 2027 notification and not the previous year eligibility criteria.

What is the application process for the candidates?

The candidates can apply online using the UPSC Online Application Portal. Applicants are required to read the official notification and check eligibility for each position before applying and submit the application before 6 PM on 22 Sept '26.

Once the application has been submitted, candidates should regularly visit the UPSC website for further notification as soon as it is available on the website in relation to the examination, admit cards and other instructions regarding the examination.

What is the next step for candidates?

The candidates who want to appear in the UPSC Geo-Scientist 2027 exam should first check their eligibility for the post they are applying for and fill the online application before the last date. Applicants can start preparing for the preliminary examination with the Preliminary Examination on January 10, 2027, based on the official syllabus and examination scheme.

Those appearing for the test should check the eligibility and form filling details from the official notification of the UPSC and don't wait till September 22 for the form.