List of Important Documents Required to Fill UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Application Form 2025: Image upload instructions

Chitwan Sharma

Updated On: September 01, 2025 05:45 PM

UPSC is all set to activate the UPSC Combined Geo Scientist 2025 Application Form link from September 3, onwards. Check details on required documents, photograph and signature specifications, and important instructions for UPSC Combined Geo Scientist 2025 application.

List of Important Documents Required to Fill UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Application Form 2025

List of Documents Required for UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Application Form 2025: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will activate the registration link for Combined Geo Scientist Exam 2025 on September 3. Aspirants will be able to register themselves to appear for the exam till September 23. Interested candidates need to visit the official website- upsc.gov.in, to apply for the UPSC Combined Geo Scientist 2025 exam. To successfully apply for the exam, aspirants will be required to upload the important documents, without which their application will not be submitted. Here, we have provided the list of documents that candidates need to keep handy in a scanned format while filling out the application form.

The preliminary exam is scheduled to be conducted on February 8, 2026, in an online mode. The candidates who are interested have to visit the portal, register themselves, fill out the application form, upload the documents and pay the application fee.

UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Application Form 2025: Important Documents Required

Before starting the application process, candidates should keep the following documents ready in a scanned format:

  • Scanned Photograph- with name & date of photo clicked mentioned on it.
  • Scanned signature- on white paper with black pen.
  • Government-issued Photo Id Proof- Aadhar, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License
  • Class 10th Marksheet – For Date of Birth proof
  • Academic Qualifications Certificates- Passing certificate for Class 12th, Graduation and Post-graduation
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Certificate in support of claim for age/ fee concession (if applicable)
  • Certificate in support of being a person with benchmark disability (if applicable)

Photograph and Signature Specifications for UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Registration 2025

It is required for the students to upload the signature and photographs in the specified dimensions and size, or else the application won’t be submitted. The photograph and signature specification for UPSC Combined Geo Scientist 2025 Application Form is mentioned in the table below:

Particulars

Photo

Signature

Pixels

350×350 to 1000×1000 px

350×350 to 1000×1000 px

Resolution

20 to 300 KB

20 to 300 KB

Depth

24 bits

24 bits

Format

JPG

JPG

UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Application Form 2025: Important Instructions to Upload Photo and Signature

While uploading the image and signature for UPSC Combined Geo Scientist (CGSE) Registration 2025, aspirants must keep the following instructions in mind. Any discrepancy will lead to cancellation of the application by the UPSC.

  • The photograph, uploaded by the aspirants, must not be 10 days old from the start of online application process.
  • While uploading the image, aspirants need to mention their name and the date on which the photo was clicked at the bottom of the image. The application will be cancelled by the UPSC if the name and date are not present on the image.
  • In the image, the candidate’s face should be clearly visible and not blurred and must occupy 3/4th of the image.
  • Double-check the image and signature before submitting the application form. Any mistake in it can lead to application rejection.

How to Fill UPSC Combined Geo Scientist Application Form 2025

The application form will be available on the official portal. Aspirants need to follow the steps to apply for the UPSC Combined Geo Scientist 2025 exam:

  • Visit the UPSC’s official website

  • On the homepage, click on “Online Application” tab.

  • Fill in basic details for Part-I Registration, such as personal details, qualifications, and subject preferences.

  • Submit it and pay the application fee online.

  • Open Part-II Registration tab, and start uploading required documents, as per specifications mentioned on the portal.

  • Select your preferred exam city in order of priority.

  • Verify all details in your application form and submit it.

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FAQs

What should I do if my uploaded photograph or signature is unclear?

If the photograph or signature is blurred, the application may be rejected. Candidates must re-upload a clear image as per UPSC specifications before final submission.

What are the image upload specifications for the photograph and signature?

The specifications to upload photograph and signature is specified below.

  • Photograph: JPG format, 20 KB–300 KB, dimensions 350x350 to 1000x1000 pixels, colour with white background.
  • Signature: JPG format, 20 KB–300 KB, dimensions 350x350 to 1000x1000 pixels, black/blue ink on white paper.

Is Aadhar mandatory to apply for UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Exam 2025?

Aadhaar is one of the accepted ID proofs, but not mandatory. Candidates can use other valid IDs such as Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, or PAN Card for registration.

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