Hello student,

Here are the steps to become a geologist after 12th class -

1. Take Science Stream at the 10+2 level with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. ...

2. Take BSc/ BSc(Hons) in Geology. ...

3. Take MSc Geology or MSc Applied Geology. ...

4. Take MPhil/PhD in Geology.

Hope it helps..

Hello aspirant,

Yes in order to become a geologist you have to take science stream after class 10th. To take up an undergraduate course in Geology, you need to have passed the higher secondary examination in the science stream with any or all of the subjects Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics .

To become a geologist you usually have to complete a degree in science or applied science with a major in geology, geoscience, applied geology, geophysics or earth sciences . To get into these courses you usually need to gain your Senior Secondary Certificate of Education.

Further to know more about the geology course, admission, eligibility criteria, syllabus, course, fees, etc, then you can follow the below mentioned link to know more : https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.careers360.com/courses/geology-course&ved=2ahUKEwitluyC7uj3AhVIRmwGHZ98BgoQFnoECAgQAQ&usg=AOvVaw1PdKwjCSxdrtCED_puTTkL

I hope that this will help

Hello candidate,

There are several companies in the world such as the some of the firms hire Geoscientists and the salary of these professionals mostly depends on which organisation or company they are working with. So, on an average basis you scientist having 10 to 15 years of experience generally earn in between 10 to 12 lakhs per annum in India. Some of the best companies recruiting these professionals are Schlumberger, Halliburton, Oil and natural gas corporation of India, British petroleum, Saudi aramco, and several others.

Hope you found it informational. If you have any further queries feel free to post it here!!

Hello candidate,

There is no particular restriction or time limit for the geo scientists working in various fields of research and other activities in India, and it only depends on the tasks are the activities needed to be completed within a certain deadline. Many organisations such as the geological survey of India and various other government and private agencies hire geoscientists where the work for around 8 to 10 hours a day on an average basis.

Hope you found it helpful. If you have any further queries feel free to post it here!!

Hello Aspirant,

The top recruiters in the field of Geo Scientist are:

• GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF INDIA
• CENTRAL GROUND WATER BOARD
• OIL AND NATURAL GAS COMMISSION
• HINDUSTAN ZINC LTD.
• COAL INDIA
• MMTC
• BPCL
• ISRO

The UPSC conducts Geologists exam for Central government agencies.

You should also visit the following link:

https://competition.careers360.com/articles/upsc-geologist-salary

HOPE THIS IS HELPFUL

Hi

1st of all i need to tell you this is a great career choice. This is a unique and rare choice and have very high demand. Demand for geologist are expected to grow more than 10 % between 2010 to 2024. This provides faster and efficient jobs all across the country and with the increasing need for more energy for our increasing population.

The employment opportunities for most of the Geologists are very high. After getting the degree from a well renowned institutes or universities, you can work in private companies or consulting firms in domestic as well as international arena.

Normally with a B.S. degree in geology(petroleum option), students go for jobs in the petroleum industry, government, and secondary education in the following petroleum geology or geoscience roles: geoscience technician (computer-, laboratory-, or field-based).

Mudlogger or well-site geologist

Geosteering geologist (analyzes drilling data and guides the process of drilling  horizontal wells)

You can also become a teacher in high schools or colleges if you are interested in teaching

In india the average salary of  for a Petroleum Geologist in India is 824431. With 62,581 per month income in india

They have also very high demand abroad like:

Australia and New Zealand. The Land Down Under is one of the most popular destinations for geology jobs abroad.

Scotland. The UK is full of naturally beautiful English-speaking countries, too

Norway. Another hot spot for geologists

As for opportunities abroad  one  top paying careers for physical and biological science students is petroleum geologist. They search for oil and gas deposits that occur within the Earth, and with experience, they can earn an average annual salary of $117,000.

Hope this helps

Yes, Geologists as well as Petroleum Engineers do have strong career scope and job prospects in India, in both the Public and Private Sectors. You might earn as much as 60-90k in a Starting Geologist Position with some of the Top Recruiters like Cairn Oil & Gas or Halliburton.

For more information regarding career of a Geologist do follow the link below

https://www.careers360.com/careers/geologist