The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the admit cards for the upcoming Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination 2024, providing essential details for candidates moving forward in the exam process.
How to Access the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Mains Admit Card 2024
Candidates who cleared the preliminary examination and registered for the main exam can now download their admit cards on the UPSC’s official website, upsc.gov.in. To access the admit cards, candidates need to enter their Registration ID or Roll Number along with their date of birth.
Steps to Download the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Mains Admit Card:
- Visit the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in.
- On the homepage, click on the notification for the UPSC CGS Mains e-admit card.
- Navigate to the download link and log in using your credentials.
- Check the admit card details and download a copy.
- Print the PDF for future reference and use at the examination venue.
The UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Mains Exam is scheduled for June 22 and 23, 2024, following the preliminary exam held on February 18, 2024.
Overview of the Combined Geo-Scientist Exam Structure
The UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Exam is designed to rigorously evaluate the expertise necessary for various geo-scientific roles. The examination process comprises three stages: the Preliminary Exam, the Mains Exam, and the Interview Round.
Preliminary Exam
- The preliminary exam consists of two objective-type papers:
- Paper 1: General Studies
- Paper 2: Focus on the candidate’s specific scientific discipline
- Candidates who pass the preliminary exam qualify for the Mains.
Mains Exam
- The Mains Exam includes three descriptive papers, structured to assess candidates’ in-depth knowledge across relevant topics.
- The syllabus aligns with Master’s level academic curricula, encompassing areas such as Geology, Geophysics, Chemistry, and Hydrogeology.
Syllabus and Preparation Tips for Combined Geo-Scientist Mains Exam
The syllabus is designed to evaluate a comprehensive understanding of specialized fields:
- Geology: In-depth knowledge in stratigraphy, mineralogy, petrology, and environmental geology.
- Geophysics: Emphasis on seismic studies, magnetic and gravitational methods, and field theory.
- Chemistry: Topics in physical, organic, and inorganic chemistry relevant to geo-scientific applications.
- Hydrogeology: Focus on groundwater studies, water chemistry, and aquifer dynamics.
Candidates are encouraged to thoroughly review each topic outlined in the syllabus to be well-prepared for all exam sections.
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