GPSC Assistant Geologist Recruitment 2026

About This Job

Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) is hiring 9 Assistant Geologist posts in the Gujarat Mining Service, Class-II, under the Industries and Mines Department. If you have a PG degree in Geology or Applied Geology with 55% marks and about 3 years of relevant experience, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 19 June 2026 by 23:59. Salary is Rs. 53,100 to Rs. 1,67,800 per month under Pay Level-09.

GPSC Assistant Geologist Recruitment 2026 - 9 Posts

Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released Advertisement No. 26/2026-27 for Assistant Geologist posts in the Industries and Mines Department. The recruitment is for Gujarat Mining Service, Class-II, and the application window is open from 05 June 2026 to 19 June 2026. This is a strong option for geology postgraduates who already have mining, mineral administration, mineral legislation, or mineral exploration experience.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Total Vacancies: 9 posts
• General: 1 post
• EWS: 1 post
• SEBC: 2 posts
• SC: 1 post
• ST: 4 posts
• Women Reservation: 1 post out of total vacancies is reserved for women candidates
• PwD Reservation: No post is reserved for PwD candidates, but candidates with listed movement-related disability categories like LC and AAV can apply as per the notice.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• Qualification: You must have a post-graduate degree in Geology or Applied Geology with at least 55% marks.
• University: The degree should be from a recognised university, deemed university, or recognised educational institution.

Experience

• Option 1: About 3 years of experience on a post not below Mines Supervisor, Class III, in the subordinate service of the Commissionerate of Geology and Mining, Gujarat.
• Option 2: About 3 years of experience in mining, mineral administration, mineral legislation, or mineral exploration in Government, Government undertaking, Board, Corporation, Limited Company, or Mining Organisation.

Other Requirements

• Computer Knowledge: You must have basic computer knowledge as required under Gujarat Civil Services rules.
• Language: You should have adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.

Age Limit

• Maximum age is 40 years.
• Age as on: 19 June 2026, the last date for receiving online applications.
• EWS / SEBC / SC / ST male candidates of Gujarat origin: 5 years relaxation, maximum up to 45 years.
• General female candidates of Gujarat origin: 5 years relaxation, maximum up to 45 years.
• EWS / SEBC / SC / ST female candidates of Gujarat origin: 10 years relaxation, maximum up to 45 years.
• Ex-servicemen: Military service period plus 3 years.
• Physically disabled candidates: 10 years relaxation, maximum up to 45 years.
• Reserved-category candidates applying for unreserved posts will not get age relaxation for the unreserved vacancy.

Salary

• Pay scale is Rs. 53,100 to Rs. 1,67,800 per month.
• The post is under Pay Level-09 as per the 7th Pay Commission.
• You will also get DA, HRA, and other allowances as per Gujarat Government rules.

Application Fee

• General / Unreserved: Rs. 100 plus applicable postal charges, or Rs. 100 plus service charges for online payment.
• Reserved categories of Gujarat / EWS of Gujarat / Ex-servicemen / PwD: No application fee.
• Reserved category candidates from other states: Application fee is payable as per General category rule.
• Payment Mode: Online payment or post office challan as per GPSC-OJAS instructions.
• Post Office Fee Deadline: 20 June 2026 is mentioned for challan payment in the instructions.

Selection Process

The GPSC selection process includes a preliminary test and interview. You must remain present at each stage, otherwise your candidature can be cancelled.

1. Preliminary Test - General Studies: Tentatively scheduled on 26 July 2026. This part carries 100 marks and has 60 minutes duration.
2. Preliminary Test - Concerned Subject: Tentatively scheduled on 04 October 2026. This part carries 200 marks and has 120 minutes duration.
3. Minimum Qualifying Rule: If you score less than 15% in the preliminary test, you will not be considered for interview.
4. Interview: For 4 or more posts, GPSC calls 3 times the number of posts or 20 candidates, whichever is higher, as per category-wise norms.
5. Final Result: GPSC plans to publish the final result within 10 working days after the interview is completed.

How to Apply

1. Go to the GPSC-OJAS portal at gpsc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
2. Open Online Application, choose the relevant advertisement, and read the details.
3. Click Apply Now for Advertisement No. 26/2026-27.
4. Use your One Time Registration number and date of birth, or continue without OTR through the Skip option.
5. Fill in personal details, communication details, language details, education details, experience details, and other required fields.
6. Upload your photograph and signature in the required format.
7. Save the form, check the application number and confirmation number, and keep a printout.
8. Pay the fee if applicable before the deadline and submit the final application before 19 June 2026, 23:59.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 05 June 2026
• Online Application Start: 05 June 2026, 13:00
• Last Date to Apply Online: 19 June 2026, 23:59
• Post Office Fee Payment Last Date: 20 June 2026
• General Studies Preliminary Test: 26 July 2026
• Concerned Subject Preliminary Test: 04 October 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced
• Final Result: Within 10 working days after completion of interview

• Study geological formations, minerals, and mining areas assigned by the department
• Prepare field reports, maps, inspection notes, and technical records
• Support mineral exploration, mining administration, and related field work
• Check mining data and assist senior officers in technical decisions
• Follow Gujarat Government rules related to mineral administration and mining work
• Coordinate with field teams, laboratories, district offices, and department staff
• Maintain official files, survey records, and digital data with accuracy