The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) holds a competitive Examination
named Geologists Examination for recruitment to the posts of
Category I (i) Geologist (Junior), Group A (ii) Assistant Geologist, Group
B in the Geological Survey of India.
Category II (i) Jr. Hydrogeologist, Group A (ii) Assistant Hydrogeologist,
Group B in the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) at selected centres in India.
Candidates selected under category I are appointed on probation for two years.
During this period they have to undergo training and pass test or examination
prescribed by the competent authority. Candidates under category II are also
appointed on probation for two years.
It is a lucrative opening for geology and hydrology graduates in the Government
sector.
