APSC Geophysicist Recruitment 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹30,000 - ₹110,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Postgraduate degree (M.Sc./M.Sc. Tech./M.Tech.) in Geophysics, Applied Geophysics, or Exploration Geophysics, or an Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. in Geophysics.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of experience in geophysical work in the Field and Laboratory.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 21 to 38 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Assam Public Service Commission is inviting applications for 1 vacancy of Geophysicist in the Directorate of Geology and Mining under the Mines and Minerals Department. Candidates must possess a Postgraduate degree in Geophysics or Applied Geophysics and will be placed in Pay Band 4 with a salary range of ₹30,000 to ₹1,10,000. This role offers a prestigious opportunity for scientific professionals to contribute to state-level mineral resource management in Assam. Applicants must be permanent residents of the state and demonstrate significant technical expertise in field and laboratory geophysical work.
- The age limit for applicants is 21 to 38 years as of January 1, 2026, with relaxations for SC, ST, and OBC candidates.
- A minimum of five years of professional experience in geophysical work in the field and laboratory is mandatory.
- The selection process includes a Screening Examination or Written Test followed by a Viva-Voce or Interview stage.
- The application fee for General category candidates is ₹297.20, while SC/ST/BPL/PwBD candidates pay ₹47.20.
- Candidates must ensure their One Time Registration (OTR) profile is updated as certificates are fetched directly from the portal.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Scale of ₹30,000 to ₹1,10,000 plus Grade Pay of ₹13,900 in Pay Band 4, including other allowances admissible to Assam State Government employees.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Screening Examination Written Test Viva-Voce/Interview Document Verification
Application Fees
General: ₹297.20 OBC/MOBC: ₹197.20 SC/ST/BPL/PwBD: ₹47.20
Reservation
Open Category: 01 OBC/MOBC: 00 SC: 00 STP: 00 STH: 00 Total: 01
How to Apply
- Visit the official APSC recruitment portal at https://apscrecruitment.in.
- Register via the One Time Registration (OTR) link if you are a new user.
- Log in with your credentials and navigate to the Geophysicist application link.
- Fill in the required details and ensure your OTR profile is updated with current certificates.
- Upload a recent photograph (50KB-200KB) and signature in the specified format.
- Upload educational and experience documents in PDF format not exceeding 4MB.
- Pay the application fee online through the integrated payment gateway.
- Submit the form and download the auto-generated confirmation for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Geophysicist post offers a pay scale of ₹30,000 to ₹1,10,000 with a Grade Pay of ₹13,900 in Pay Band 4.
Candidates need a Postgraduate degree (M.Sc., M.Sc. Tech., or M.Tech.) in Geophysics, Applied Geophysics, or Exploration Geophysics.
The age limit is 21 to 38 years as of 01-01-2026, with relaxation up to 43 years for SC/ST and 41 years for OBC/MOBC candidates.
