APSC Geophysicist Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are available for the APSC Geophysicist post?

Ans: There is 01 vacancy for the Geophysicist post, which is reserved for the Open category.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for APSC Geophysicist Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The last date for online application submission is 14 August 2026. However, the last date for payment of the application fee is 16 August 2026.

Q3. What is the application fee for the Geophysicist post?

Ans: The total application fee, including the CSC-SPV processing fee, is Rs. 297.20 for General candidates, Rs. 197.20 for OBC/MOBC, and Rs. 47.20 for SC/ST/BPL/PwBD candidates.

Q4. What are the educational qualifications required for this post?

Ans: Candidates must hold a postgraduate degree (M.Sc./M.Tech./Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D.) in Geophysics or Applied Geophysics related fields from a recognized institution, along with 5 years of relevant experience in Geophysical work.

Q5. What is the selection process for the APSC Geophysicist position?

Ans: This is a Direct Recruitment. The Commission may conduct a Screening Examination, Written Examination, and/or Interview/Viva-Voce Test, with detailed procedures to be announced later based on the number of applications received.

Q6. What is the age limit for applying to the Geophysicist post?

Ans: Candidates should not be less than 21 years and not more than 38 years of age as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxations are applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC/MOBC (3 years), and PwBD (10 years) categories.

Q7. What is the salary for an APSC Geophysicist?

Ans: The selected candidate will receive a Pay Scale of Rs. 30,000 - Rs. 1,10,000 with a Grade Pay of Rs. 13,900, along with other allowances admissible to Assam State Government employees.

Q8. Where can I find the official notification and apply online?

Ans: You can find the official notification PDF and the link to apply online on the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) official website, which is apsc.nic.in.