The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 07/2025, announcing various vacancies across departments. For Geology postgraduates, this recruitment drive presents four significant opportunities in esteemed central government institutions.
In this blog, we explore all UPSC posts that require M.Sc. in Geology or Applied Geology, including eligibility, number of posts, how to apply, and other essential details.
Here is the complete detailed advertisement
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📋 Summary Table of Geology-Based Posts
Sl. No. Post Name, Department, Vacancies, Pay Level, Job Location
1 Scientist ‘B’ (Geology), CSMRS, Ministry of Jal Shakti, 1 (UR), Level 10, New Delhi
2 Assistant Mining Geologist. Indian Bureau of Mines, 12 post, Level 07 , Nagpur
3 Junior Mining Geologist Indian Bureau of Mines , 5post, Level 10 , Nagpur
4 Assistant Mineral Economist (Intel.), Indian Bureau of Mines, 6 post, Level 10 , Nagpur
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🧪 1. Scientist ‘B’ (Geology)
Vacancy No.: 25060717214
Advt. Job Serial No.: 17
Page No. in PDF: ~Page 24
Organization: Central Soil and Materials Research Station, Ministry of Jal Shakti
Vacancies: 1 (UR)
Age Limit: 35 years
Qualification:
M.Sc. in Geology
3 years’ experience in Geology
Pay Scale: Level-10 (7th CPC)
Duties: Field and lab testing, geological studies, research, reporting, R&D
PwBD: Eligible for Low Vision, Hearing Impairment, OL, OA, DW, AAV
Job Type: Permanent, Group ‘A’, Gazetted
Posting: New Delhi with AISL
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⛏️ 2. Assistant Mining Geologist
Vacancy No.: 25060725214
Advt. Job Serial No.: 25
Page No. in PDF: ~Page 35
Organization: Indian Bureau of Mines, Ministry of Mines
Vacancies: 12 (UR-7, EWS-1, OBC-2, ST-2)
Age Limit: 30 (UR/EWS), 33 (OBC), 35 (ST)
Qualification:
M.Sc. in Geology or Applied Geology
2 years’ relevant experience
Pay Scale: Level-07
Duties: Geological appraisal of ore deposits, mineral research, or teaching
PwBD: Broad eligibility across visual, hearing, locomotor, and other disabilities
Job Type: Permanent, Group ‘B’
Posting: Nagpur, AISL
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⛏️ 3. Junior Mining Geologist
Vacancy No.: 25060728214
Advt. Job Serial No.: 28
Page No. in PDF: ~Page 39
Organization: Indian Bureau of Mines
Vacancies: 5 (UR-2, EWS-1, OBC-1, SC-1)
Age Limit: 35 (UR/EWS), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC), 45 (PwBD)
Qualification:
M.Sc. in Geology or Applied Geology
3 years’ experience in mineral appraisal or teaching/research
Pay Scale: Level-10
Duties: Mine inspections, geological mapping, resource classification
PwBD: Broad eligibility (same as above)
Posting: Nagpur, All India Service Liability
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📈 4. Assistant Mineral Economist (Intelligence)
Vacancy No.: 25060726414
Advt. Job Serial No.: 26
Page No. in PDF: ~Page 37
Organization: Indian Bureau of Mines
Vacancies: 6 (UR-2, EWS-1, OBC-1, SC-1, ST-1)
Age Limit: 35 (UR/EWS), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC/ST)
Qualification:
Master’s in Geology, Applied Geology, or Economics
OR Bachelor’s in Mining Engineering
3 years’ experience in mineral economics/survey/data
Pay Scale: Level-10
Duties: Mineral intelligence, market analysis, policy input
PwBD: Multiple category eligible
Posting: Nagpur with AISL
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📝 How to Apply?
Mode: Online only
Application Portal: https://upsconline.gov.in
Start Date: 14th June 2025
Last Date: 3rd July 2025 (11:59 PM)
Print Deadline: 4th July 2025 (11:59 PM)
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⚠️ Selection Process
Shortlisting based on qualifications/experience
Interview by UPSC panel
Candidates will be informed via email or UPSC portal
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🧭 Final Words
This is a golden opportunity for postgraduates in Geology or Applied Geology to secure prestigious roles in the central government sector, particularly under ministries such as Mines and Jal Shakti.
🧾 Apply early, prepare thoroughly for the interview, and keep a close eye on https://upsconline.gov.in for updates.