The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), New Delhi has declared the final result of the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2026 on 16 October 2026. The result recommends 66 candidates in order of merit for appointment against 69 vacancies of Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist, Hydrogeologist and related Group A and Group B scientific posts. The selection was based on the Stage-I Preliminary Examination held on 8 February 2026, the Stage-II Main Examination held on 20 and 21 June 2026, and the Personality Tests held in September 2026. Candidates can check the merit list on the official website of the Commission. Read the notification for eligibility, selection process, pay scale and all other information.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Stage-I Preliminary Examination | 08 February 2026 |
| Stage-II Main Examination | 20–21 June 2026 |
| Personality Test | September 2026 |
| Final result declared | 16 October 2026 |
| Marks likely to be published | Within 15 days of the result (tentative) |
Application Fee
Not applicable to this result announcement. The fee was charged at the application stage as per the original Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2026 notification.
Vacancy Details
| Post Grouping | Vacancies | Candidates Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Geologist, Group A | 21 | 20 |
| Scientist B (Hydrogeology), Group A / Assistant Hydrogeologist, Group B | 23 | 22 |
| Geophysicist, Group A / Scientist B (Geophysics), Group A / Assistant Geophysicist, Group B | 5 | 4 |
| Chemist, Group A | 16 | 16 |
| Scientist B (Chemical), Group A | 2 | 2 |
| Assistant Chemist, Group B | 2 | 2 |
| Total | 69 | 66 |
The notice states that one Geologist vacancy (PwBD category) will be carried forward as no suitable candidate was available, and one OBC candidate in the Geophysics grouping will be considered against an unreserved vacancy. Some recommendations are provisional, subject to verification of original documents within three months.
Eligibility Criteria
As per the official Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2026 notification — post-specific postgraduate qualifications in the Geology, Hydrogeology, Geophysics and Chemistry streams.
Age Limit
As per the official Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2026 notification.
Salary/Pay Scale
As per the official Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2026 notification.
Selection Process
- Stage-I Preliminary Examination
- Stage-II Main Examination
- Personality Test
- Final merit and recommendation
Exam Pattern
The examination was conducted in three stages — Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Personality Test. Detailed pattern as per the official notification.
Documents Required
- Roll number (to check the result in the merit-list PDF)
- For recommended candidates: original certificates and documents for verification, as communicated by UPSC and the concerned department
- Photo identity proof
Recommended candidates should retain the official merit-list PDF and follow UPSC’s communication regarding document verification and appointment formalities.
How to Check the Result
- Read the official result notice on the UPSC website before proceeding.
- Visit the official website of the Union Public Service Commission at upsc.gov.in.
- Open the “Written Results” section on the homepage.
- Click on the link for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2026 final result.
- Open the merit-list PDF and use the search function to find your roll number or name.
- Confirm that you are reading the final result notice dated 16 October 2026.
- Download and save the official PDF for your records.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Check Final Result | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. When was the UPSC Geo-Scientist Final Result 2026 declared?
A. The Union Public Service Commission declared the final result on 16 October 2026.
Q2. How many candidates have been recommended in the UPSC Geo-Scientist Final Result 2026?
A. 66 candidates have been recommended in order of merit against 69 vacancies.
Q3. Which posts are covered under the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2026?
A. Geologist (Group A), Scientist B (Hydrogeology) / Assistant Hydrogeologist, Geophysicist / Scientist B (Geophysics) / Assistant Geophysicist, Chemist (Group A), Scientist B (Chemical) and Assistant Chemist (Group B).
Q4. Where can I check the UPSC Geo-Scientist Final Result 2026?
A. On the official website upsc.gov.in, in the Written Results section, using your roll number or name.
Q5. When will the marks of the Geo-Scientist Examination 2026 be available?
A. The notice states that marks are likely to be made available on the Commission’s website within 15 days of the publication of the final result.
Q6. What does a provisional result mean?
A. Some recommended candidates must submit original documents within three months of the result declaration; appointment offers will be issued only after verification.
Q7. What should recommended candidates do next?
A. Retain the official merit-list PDF and follow UPSC’s official communication regarding document verification and appointment formalities.
Sources: UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2026 final result notice dated 16 October 2026 (announced through the Press Information Bureau); upsc.gov.in.
We wish all candidates the best for their application.