UPSC Geologist Syllabus 2020-21 - Download Prelims & Mains Exam Syllabus
UPSC Geologist Syllabus 2020-21 – Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) prescribes the syllabus of UPSC Geo-Scientists and Geologists 2020-21 exam. The UPSC Geologist 2020-21 syllabus has been released along with the official Geologist 2020-21 notification on October 7, 2020. UPSC Geologist Syllabus 2020-21 contains important chapters and topics. The syllabus comprises graduation level topics of Geology and Hydrogeology. Candidates should cover all the prescribed topics of UPSC Geologist exam syllabus one month before the UPSC Geo-Scientists and Geologists exam. Read the article to know the complete syllabus of UPSC Geologist 2020-21.
Latest Updates: UPSC has released the UPSC Geo-Scientist 2021 admit card on February 1. UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist and Geologists prelims Exam, 2021 is to be conducted on February 21, 2020.

UPSC Geologist Syllabus 2020-21 - Prelims Exam
The UPSC Geologist prelims exam has two papers. Paper 1 is of general studies and paper 2 is of Geology/Hydrogeology. The general studies paper covers topics like general science, current affairs/events, India history, Indian polity, economy, Indian & World Geography, etc. Whereas Geology/Hydrogeology paper covers topics like physical/structural geology, mineralogy, sedimentology, etc. The questions asked will be of degree level. Applicants appearing for the prelims exam can check the detailed UPSC Geologist syllabus in the table below.
UPSC Geologist Prelims Syllabus 2020-21
Subjects | Topics |
General Studies |
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Geology/Hydrogeology (Questions asked will be of degree level) |
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UPSC Geologist Syllabus 2020-21 - For Mains Exam
The syllabus for the UPSC Geologist mains exam has three papers. All the three papers are of geology covering all aspects of the subject. Applicants can check the detailed UPSC Geologist syllabus 2020-21 for mains exam below.
UPSC Geologist Main Syllabus 2020-21
Subjects | Topics |
Geology 1 |
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Geology 2 |
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Geology 3 |
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UPSC Geologist Exam Pattern 2020 - Prelims & Mains Exam
The UPSC Geologist exam pattern 2020-21 is also prescribed by the UPSC. As per the official notification, the UPSC Geologist exam is objective type in nature i.e MCQ and mains exam is subjective in nature i.e. descriptive. For more details on the UPSC Geologist exam pattern 2020-21 check the tables below.
UPSC Geologist prelims exam pattern
Papers | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
Paper 1 | General studies | 100 | 2 hrs |
Paper 2 | Geology/Hydrogeology | 300 | 2 hrs |
UPSC Geologist mains exam pattern
Papers | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
Paper 1 | Geology | 200 | 3 hrs |
Paper 2 | Geology | 200 | 3 hrs |
Paper 3 | Geology | 200 | 3 hrs |
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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs) - UPSC Geologist Syllabus 2020-21 - Download Prelims & Mains Exam Syllabus
Question: Is the UPSC Geologist exam conducted online or offline?
Answer:
UPSC Geologist prelims exam is conducted online and mains exam is conducted offline.
Question: Where can I check the UPSC Geologist exam notification?
Answer:
Applicants can check the UPSC Geologist exam notification on the UPSC website - upsc.gov.in.
Question: How many papers does the UPSC Geologist mains exam have?
Answer:
UPSC Geologist mains exam has three papers and all are descriptive in nature.
Question: What is the level of questions asked in the UPSC Geologist exam?
Answer:
The questions asked in the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist & Geologist exam are of degree level.
Questions related to UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist and Geologist Exam
What does GATE exam help in after Msc Geology?? Or,What is the basic procedure to get a job through GATE exam?
Hi Ishaan,
GATE is one of the most valuble examination conducted in India.
Through GATE qualifying scores after MSc in geology you get following opportunities to choose from:-
1. you can pursue phd or research work with scholarships
2. you can apoly for private jobs
3. you can apply for PSU jobs
4. you can go for fellowship program in management.
So there are alot of good options for you if you clear GATE exam.
Hopethis will help you out .
Good luck.