Geophysical Assistant (Ground Water Department) Kerala PSC Exam 190/2025

Are you interested in working for a Kerala Government Department that plays a crucial role in investigating and managing the state's groundwater resources?

If so, the Geophysical Assistant in the Kerala Ground Water Department is a suitable post for you. Kerala PSC has announced the recruitment for Geophysical Assistants in the Ground Water Department.

Today, I will explain the selection process, the OMR test syllabus, last year's cut-off marks, promotion prospects, monthly salary, recommended study materials, and previous years' question papers with answers.

Check the table below for the latest PSC exam notification for Geophysical Assistant in the Kerala Ground Water Department.

Notification Number	Name of the Post	Department
190/2025	Geophysical Assistant	Ground Water Department

Ragitha Menon, a student from our Thiruvananthapuram PSC Coaching Institute, asked me about the duties and responsibilities of this post. She is preparing for the vacancy, having completed an M.Sc. in Physics.

Let me explain the responsibilities of a Geophysical Assistant. The primary duty is conducting geophysical surveys and assisting in borewell site selection. Data collection and interpretation are also key responsibilities.

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Aparna Murali, an MA student from Cochin, asked, "Sir, what are the minimum qualifications required to apply for this PSC examination?"

She posted this question on the student support section of CoreNetworkZ EdTech Solutions. I will explain who is eligible to apply for the upcoming examination here.

1. Educational Requirements Of a Geophysical Assistant (Kerala Ground Water Department)

   Let me answer the educational qualification part first. Anyone who satisfies the following conditions can apply.

   1. M.Sc Degree in Geophysics with not less than 50% marks.

   2. In the absence of candidates with the above qualification, Masters Degree in any branch of Physics with not less than 50% marks.

2. The Age Limit

   The age limit for General Category applicants applying for the post of Geophysical Assistant in the Kerala Ground Water Department is 18 to 36 years.

   For OBC and SC/ST applicants, refer to the following table for the upper age relaxation.

   S.NO.	CATEGORIES	EXTENT OF AGE CONCESSION
   1	General Category	0 years
   2	OBC	3 years
   3	SC/ST	5 years

The Public Service Commission has published the updated syllabus for the upcoming Geophysical Assistant (Ground Water Department) written examination. Students can download the syllabus from this page.

CoreNetworkZ EdTech Solutions trains Kerala PSC aspirants using strictly syllabus-oriented study materials and solved question papers from previous years.

Readers can download the previous years' Geophysical Assistant (Ground Water Department) Kerala PSC Question papers and Answer keys from this page.

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Vivek Nair, a regular reader of CoreNetworkZ EdTech Solutions, asked, "Sir, I have an MSc in Physics and am interested in appearing for this examination. Can you tell me the monthly salary and the promotion chances of a Geophysical Assistant in the Kerala Ground Water Department?"

The pay scale is 37,400 – 79,000 Indian Rupees per month.

Vivek also inquired about career growth after joining the service. The first promotion for a Geophysical Assistant is to the position of Senior Geophysical Assistant, followed by promotion to Assistant Hydrogeologist.

I suggest that my students and readers refer to the table below for details such as the Geophysical Assistant examination date, rank list publication date, cut-off marks, and other relevant information.

Monthly Salary	37,400 – 79,000/- Indian Rupees
Date of 190/2025 OMR exam
Date of 190/2025 Practical Test
Cut off mark 190/2025
190/2025 Final Rank list
Number of vacancies 190/2025	01

1. https://groundwater.kerala.gov.in/2018/05/28/application-forms/
2. https://www.keralapsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/2025-08/noti-190-25.pdf
3. https://www.keralapsc.gov.in/index.php/previous-question-papers