01 At a glance
| Recruiting body | Union Public Service Commission |
| Job reference | 01KZN9AADP2FY3WTWPQFYD7QMJ |
| Vacancies | 11 posts |
| Qualification | Master's Degree in Geography or Geology or Applied Geology or Geoinformatics or Geographical Information System and Remote Sensing or Geomatics or Geospatial Technology from a recognised University or Institute and having studied Geography or Geology or Applied Geology as a subject in all the years at bachelor’s degree level. |
| Location | Kolkata. |
| Employment | Not specified |
| Applications close | 28 Aug 2026, 11:30 PM IST |
About this post
Research Officer in National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organisation, Ministry of Science and Technology. Qualification: Master's Degree in Geography or Geology or Applied Geology or Geoinformatics or Geographical Information System and Remote Sensing or Geomatics or Geospatial Technology from a recognised University or Institute and having studied Geography or Geology or Applied Geology as a subject in all the years at bachelor’s degree level. Qualification: Five years’ experience in Geographical and Cartographical Teaching or Research Involving Collection of Data and Preparation of Maps on Various Themes. Qualification: Desirable: Doctorate in Geography, Geology, Applied Geology, Geoinformatics, Geographical Information System and Remote Sensing, Geomatics, Geospatial Technology from a recognized University or Institute. Pay: Level- 10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC. Probation: One (01) Year. Application mode: online
Important dates
- Online applications openAug 8, 2026
- Closing date for posts other than those under the Administration of UT of LadakhAug 28, 2026
- Date for determining eligibility in every respect — the prescribed closing date for submission of Online Recruitment ApplicationNot specified
- Interview date — shall be intimated separatelyNot specified
02 Vacancies
Total vacancies: 11 posts
| Category or allocation | Vacancies | Note |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 7 | — |
| EWS | 1 | — |
| OBC | 2 | — |
| SC | 1 | — |
| LV | 1 | Horizontal PwBD reservation. |
03 Eligibility requirements
Education
| Qualification | Master's Degree in Geography or Geology or Applied Geology or Geoinformatics or Geographical Information System and Remote Sensing or Geomatics or Geospatial Technology from a recognised University or Institute and having studied Geography or Geology or Applied Geology as a subject in all the years at bachelor’s degree level. |
| Qualification | Five years’ experience in Geographical and Cartographical Teaching or Research Involving Collection of Data and Preparation of Maps on Various Themes. |
| Qualification | Desirable: Doctorate in Geography, Geology, Applied Geology, Geoinformatics, Geographical Information System and Remote Sensing, Geomatics, Geospatial Technology from a recognized University or Institute. |
Age and relaxation
| Status | Not specified in the current record |
Experience and other rules
| Status | Not specified in the current record |
Pay and fees
| Pay | Level- 10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC. |
| Application fee | See the official notification |
Selection process
- ShortlistingCandidates may be shortlisted for interview.
- Recruitment TestA Recruitment Test may be held.
- InterviewThe interview date will be intimated separately.
04 How to apply
Complete every required step in sequence. A portal registration alone may not complete the application.
Follow these steps in order
- 01Apply online
Apply online using the printed website.
Official application routes
Use the route specified for your apprentice or qualification group.
| Who should use it | Official URL printed in notification | Establishment ID |
|---|---|---|
| All applicants | https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ | — |
Before final submissionRecheck your category, qualification, marks, contact details and uploaded documents. Use only the verified official routes shown on this page.
Important official conditions
Condition
| Probation | One (01) Year. |
Eligibility
| Age requirement | All printed limits are audience-specific. |
| Age — UR | maximum 35 years |
| Age — EWS | maximum 35 years |
| Age — OBC | maximum 38 years |
| Age — SC | maximum 40 years |
| Age — PwBD | relaxation 10 years |