The UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Preliminary Exam is divided into two papers, both featuring multiple-choice questions.Paper 1 focuses on General Studies, while Paper 2 covers Geology/Hydrogeology, Geophysics, and Chemistry. The total exam duration is 2 hours, with Paper 1 worth 100 marks and Paper 2 worth 300 marks. Aspirants can view the official notification from here.
UPSC CGS 2024: Important dates
Candidates can check the important dates as mentioned here to avoid missing out on any essential event.
Candidates can modify their OTR profile only once after registration. This change can be made within 7 days from the day after the application window closes for their first final exam. For those applying for the first time by October 1, 2024, the modification deadline will be October 8, 2024.
UPSC CGS 2024: Steps to apply
Aspirants intending to apply for upcoming exams conducted by the Commission must first register on the OTR platform by providing their basic personal details. After completing the registration, this information will be securely stored on the Commission’s servers. When applying for an examination, the candidate’s details will be auto-populated on the online application form.
Follow the steps mentioned here to register on the OTR platform. Check the complete eligibility criteria from the official website before filling the application.
Step 1: Go to the official UPSC website for One-Time Registration at upsconline.nic.in.
Step 2: Complete your registration by providing the necessary documents and credentials, such as a valid email address, mobile number, personal details from your 10th-grade certificate, and the roll number from your 10th-grade certificate.
Step 3: Log in using your registered email ID, mobile number, and the One-Time Registration ID.
Step 4: Confirm and verify the information you have entered.
Step 5: Proceed to apply for the examination, make any required payments, and upload your photograph, signature, and photo ID document.
Alternatively, candidates can click on the link provided here to apply for the UPSC CGS 2024 positions.
UPSC CGS 2024: Vacancy details
Candidates can check the complete breakdown of the vacancies according to posts and categories.
