The Union Public Service Commission has declared the final results of the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2026. Based on the preliminary examination held on 8 February 2026, main examination on 20 and 21 June 2026, and personality tests conducted in September 2026, the Commission has recommended candidates for six categories of scientific posts across geology, hydrogeology, geophysics and chemistry.
A total of 70 candidates have been recommended for appointment across all posts and categories. Candidates can access the full result and merit list on the UPSC website at www.upsc.gov.in. Individual marks are expected to be published within 15 days from the result declaration date.
Key facts
- Preliminary examination: 8 February 2026
- Main examination: 20 and 21 June 2026
- Personality tests: September 2026
- Total vacancies to be filled: 70 posts
- Geologist Group A: 21 vacancies, 20 recommended
- Scientist B (Hydrogeology) / Assistant Hydrogeologist: 23 vacancies, 22 recommended
- Geophysicist / Scientist B (Geophysics) / Assistant Geophysicist: 5 vacancies, 4 recommended
- Chemist Group A: 16 vacancies, 16 recommended
- Scientist B (Chemical) Group A: 2 vacancies, 2 recommended
- Assistant Chemist Group B: 2 vacancies, 2 recommended
- Reserved positions include seats for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Economically Weaker Sections, and Persons with Benchmark Disability
Breakdown of recommended candidates by category
For the Geologist Group A post, 20 candidates have been recommended against 21 vacancies. This includes candidates with locomotor disabilities and deaf and hard of hearing candidates filling reserved positions. One vacancy for a candidate with deaf and hard of hearing disability has been carried forward to the next recruitment year due to non-availability of a suitable candidate this year.
For Scientist B (Hydrogeology) Group A and Assistant Hydrogeologist Group B combined, 22 candidates are recommended for 23 vacancies. The posts are distributed across general merit, reserved categories and persons with disabilities.
For Geophysicist, Scientist B (Geophysics) Group A and Assistant Geophysicist Group B positions, 4 candidates have been recommended for 5 vacancies. One candidate from the Other Backward Classes category will be adjusted against a general vacancy.
For Chemist Group A, 16 candidates have been recommended for 16 vacancies, including representation from reserved categories. For Scientist B (Chemical) Group A, 2 candidates are recommended for 2 vacancies. For Assistant Chemist Group B, 2 candidates have been recommended for 2 vacancies.
Reserve lists maintained
In accordance with examination rules, the UPSC has maintained a consolidated reserve list for Scientist B (Hydrogeology) / Assistant Hydrogeologist posts with 2 candidates. A separate reserve list of 2 candidates has been prepared for Geophysicist, Scientist B (Geophysics) and Assistant Geophysicist posts. These candidates may be considered for appointment if additional vacancies arise or recommended candidates fail to complete verification procedures.
Provisional results
Results for 6 candidates remain provisional pending verification of their original documents. These candidates include those for Geologist Group A, Scientist B (Hydrogeology), Geophysicist and Chemist positions. Appointment offers will not be issued to these candidates until their documents are verified. They have three months from the result declaration date to submit required documents, after which their candidature will be cancelled if verification is not completed.
Appointment process
The Government will make final appointments based on the number of vacancies available and completion of all eligibility verification and pre-appointment formalities by candidates. Allocation to specific services and posts will follow merit ranking and the preferences indicated by candidates during the examination process.
What this means for you
If you were a candidate in this examination, you can check the merit list on www.upsc.gov.in to see if your name appears among the recommended candidates. Candidates with provisional results must immediately submit their original documents to UPSC to avoid cancellation of candidature. Those on the reserve list should remain ready for possible appointment if vacancies arise. Individual marks will be available on the website within 15 days, allowing candidates to understand their performance.
How to get more information
Candidates with questions about the examination, result or their candidature can contact the UPSC Call Centre on telephone numbers 011-40303444 or 011-24041001 between 09:00 AM and 08:00 PM.