Overview
APSC has announced a single vacancy for the post of Geophysicist under the Directorate of Geology and Mining, Assam. Applications are accepted online from 15 July 2026 to 14 August 2026. Eligible candidates must be Indian citizens, permanent Assam residents, hold a specified postgraduate degree in geophysics, have at least five years of relevant experience, and meet the age criteria of 21–38 years (with relaxations for SC/ST, OBC/MOBC, and PwBD). The salary ranges from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 1,10,000 with a grade pay of Rs. 13,900. The application fee varies by category, and the selection process may involve screening, written exams, and interviews conducted zone‑wise.
Key Details
- Organization
- Assam Public Service Commission (APSC)
- Qualification
- Postgraduate degree in any of the following: M.Sc. in Geophysics, M.Sc. in Applied Geophysics, M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics, M.Sc. Tech. in Geophysics, M.Tech. in Exploration Geophysics, M.Tech. in Geophysics, Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. in Geophysics
- Vacancies
- 1
- Posted
- 10 July 2026
- Last date to apply
- 14 August 2026
Important Dates
| notification_date | 10 July 2026 |
| application_start_date | 15 July 2026 |
| application_last_date | 14 August 2026 |
| application_fee_last_date | 16 August 2026 |
| age_calculation_cutoff_date | 01 January 2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Overall: 1
Selection Process
Direct Recruitment; may include Screening Examination, Written Examination, and/or Interview/Viva-Voce Test conducted zone-wise.
How to Apply
Visit the official APSC Recruitment website at https://apscrecruitment.in., Register as a new user by clicking 'Register Here' and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) using a valid email and mobile number., Log in with the registered credentials., Fill in all required registration and application details; mandatory fields are marked with an asterisk (*)., Upload all required documents/certificates in PDF format (e.g., Permanent Resident Certificate, educational marksheets, age proof, experience certificate, caste certificate, etc.)., Upload a recent photograph and signature as per the specified size., Use the Preview option to verify that all uploaded documents are clear and legible., Click 'Proceed to Pay' to pay the prescribed application fee (or 'Cancel' to make corrections)., Complete the fee payment; note that the fee is non‑refundable., Upon successful submission, an auto‑generated confirmation e‑mail/SMS will be sent., Print a copy of the submitted online application form for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for APSC Geophysicist Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
notification date: 10 July 2026; application start date: 15 July 2026; application last date: 14 August 2026; application fee last date: 16 August 2026; age calculation cutoff date: 01 January 2026
What is the application fee?
General: application fee: 250; processing fee: 47.2; total fee: 297.2; OBC/MOBC: application fee: 150; processing fee: 47.2; total fee: 197.2; SC/ST/BPL/PwBD: application fee: 0; processing fee: 47.2; total fee: 47.2
What is the age limit?
21 to 38 years as on 01 January 2026 (SC/ST: 43 years, OBC/MOBC: 41 years, PwBD: 48 years)
What is the selection process?
Direct Recruitment; may include Screening Examination, Written Examination, and/or Interview/Viva-Voce Test conducted zone-wise.