UPSC Geologists' Exam is conducted by Union Public Service Commission to recruit candidates under two categories, which are as follows: Geologist Group A posts in Geological Survey of India and Jr. Hydro geologists (Scientist B), Group A and Assistant Hydro geologists Group B posts under Central Ground Water Board. The test forms the basic criteria to shortlist potential candidates for the aforementioned posts. Final selection of the candidates is done on the basis of their performance in the written exam, followed by interview or personality test. The candidates, who are finally selected, are appointed on probation period for two years. UPSC Geologists' Exam is the gateway for aspirants, meeting the eligibility criteria, to enter into jobs in Government sector in the fields of geology and hydrology.
Geologists' Entrance Examination Study Material
Union Public Service Commission Geologists' Exam, prominently referred to as UPSC Geologists' exam, is among the highly competitive job entrance examinations. Preparation of the exam requires dedication, hard work and thorough preparation. The aspirants can take help of the following books to prepare well:
- Career's Advanced Descriptive English
- Physical Geography -Savindra Singh
- Geography Guide - Narmadeshwar Prasad
- Concise Glossary of Geology – Mathur
- Marine Geology: A Scenario around Indian Coasts -T.K. Mallik
- Mine Closure - Naresh Chandra Saxena
- Mineral Exploration: Recent Strategies - S. Rajendran
- Geology and Evolution of the Indian Plate – Naqvi
- Ananda K. Coomaraswamy Writings on Geology and Mineralogy: Scientific Papers and Comments - Ranganthan, A. & Rao, K. Srinivasa
