UPSC CGGE (Combined Geo-Scientist) Salary 2026
The Combined Geo-Scientist Examination recruits Geologists, Geophysicists, Chemists and Hydrogeologists as Group A scientists (mainly GSI and CGWB) at Pay Matrix Level 10 (₹56,100 basic). Pay follows the 7th CPC Pay Matrix; in-hand pay across posts ranges from ₹85,000 – ₹1,20,000 per month depending on the post, pay level and city.
UPSC CGGE (Combined Geo-Scientist) post-wise salary
Entry basic pay and approximate in-hand salary for each UPSC CGGE (Combined Geo-Scientist) post. In-hand figures include typical allowances and assume a metro / higher-HRA city; smaller-city pay is a little lower.
| Post | Pay level | Basic pay | In-hand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry — Geologist / Scientist Group A (Junior Scale)gazetted Group A | Level 10 | ₹56,100 | ₹85,000–1,00,000 |
| Senior Geologist / Scientist (Senior Scale)typically after 4–5 years of service | Level 11 | ₹67,700 | ₹1,00,000–1,15,000 |
| Director-grade Scientist (higher grades)with experience and promotion | Level 12 | ₹78,800 | ₹1,15,000–1,30,000 |
Allowances & benefits
The in-hand salary is basic pay plus these allowances:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Field / survey allowances
Career growth & perks
- Government accommodation
- field-camp facilities
- pension and retirement benefits
UPSC CGGE (Combined Geo-Scientist) salary — FAQs
What is the in-hand salary for UPSC CGGE (Combined Geo-Scientist) 2026?
The in-hand salary for UPSC CGGE (Combined Geo-Scientist) ranges from ₹85,000 – ₹1,20,000 per month depending on the post, pay level and city (which sets the HRA slab). The Combined Geo-Scientist Examination recruits Geologists, Geophysicists, Chemists and Hydrogeologists as Group A scientists (mainly GSI and CGWB) at Pay Matrix Level 10 (₹56,100 basic).
What is the pay scale / pay level for UPSC CGGE (Combined Geo-Scientist)?
UPSC CGGE (Combined Geo-Scientist) posts are paid under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The post-wise pay levels and entry basic pay are listed in the table above.
What allowances are paid in UPSC CGGE (Combined Geo-Scientist) jobs?
On top of basic pay, UPSC CGGE (Combined Geo-Scientist) employees receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), Field / survey allowances. These allowances are what make the in-hand salary higher than the basic pay.
Indicative; confirm on the official UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist notification. In-hand figures vary with stream, posting and the current DA rate.
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