UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination (GSI Stage I and Stage II), GATE Geology and Geophysics (GG), CSIR-UGC NET Earth Science and IIT-JAM Geology with a comprehensive collection of subject-wise digital notes from StudyHUB.
UPSC CGSE (GSI) · GATE-GG · CSIR-NET Earth Science · IIT-JAM Geology — Complete Earth Science E-Notes
One comprehensive collection. 19 subject-wise books. More than 4,000 pages of exam-oriented Earth Science content.
Prepare for the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination (GSI Stage I and Stage II), GATE Geology and Geophysics (GG), CSIR-UGC NET Earth Science and IIT-JAM Geology with a comprehensive collection of subject-wise digital notes from StudyHUB.
This package brings together 19 detailed subject books covering the major areas of Earth Science. The content is organised around the requirements of these competitive examinations, with explanations, labelled diagrams, formulae, worked numerical examples, comparison tables, Indian geological examples and solved previous-year questions.
These are designed as proper study books that you can read and learn from independently, not merely presentation slides or unorganised lecture transcripts. Each subject is developed as a self-contained learning resource, helping you understand the fundamentals, build conceptual clarity, practise numerical problems and revise important topics systematically.
Whether you are beginning your preparation, strengthening individual subjects or revising the complete syllabus before an examination, these Earth Science E-Notes provide a structured resource for your preparation.
Topics are arranged in a logical sequence, from basic concepts to advanced applications. The material is designed around the subject areas relevant to the UPSC Geo-Scientist, GATE Geology and Geophysics, CSIR-NET Earth Science and IIT-JAM Geology examinations. This organisation helps you study systematically instead of jumping between scattered resources.
Important concepts are explained in a classroom-style manner, with definitions, underlying principles, classifications, processes, applications and relevant examples. The aim is to help you understand why a geological process occurs and how different concepts are connected, rather than relying only on memorisation.
Earth Science is a visual subject. Geological structures, mineral properties, phase relationships, fossils, landforms, geophysical methods and tectonic processes are easier to understand when supported by illustrations. The notes include labelled diagrams and figures, accompanied by short explanations of what each figure represents and which points are important to remember.
Quantitative topics are supported by properly written formulae, symbol definitions and units. Worked examples explain the solution process step by step, helping you understand how to select the appropriate formula, substitute values, perform calculations and interpret the result. This is particularly useful for numerical and problem-solving sections in GATE, GSI and other examinations.
Important classifications, properties, processes and geological features are presented through comparison tables wherever useful. The notes also include examples from Indian geology, including cratons, Purana basins, mineral deposits, coalfields, petroleum basins, aquifers and Himalayan tectonics. These examples help connect theoretical concepts with the geology of India.
Units include dedicated exam-focused and quick-revision sections to help you identify important concepts and revisit the main points after completing a topic. These sections are useful during regular revision as well as in the final stages of examination preparation.
Every subject includes a solved question bank, built mainly around previous-year questions from UPSC Geo-Scientist, GATE and IIT-JAM. Questions are provided with answers and explanations so that you can understand the concepts and reasoning behind the correct option or solution. Figure-based questions include relevant diagrams where available in the material.
Subject-wise key-formula sheets and glossaries help you revise important equations, symbols, units, terminology and definitions without having to search through the entire book every time.
Build a strong foundation in mineralogy, crystallography and optical mineralogy. This book begins with crystal symmetry, the 32 crystal classes and seven crystal systems, followed by Miller indices, stereographic projections, Bravais lattices and X-ray diffraction. It explains Pauling's rules, solid solutions, polymorphism and twinning, and then covers the major rock-forming silicate groups and important non-silicate minerals.
The optical mineralogy section deals with the uniaxial and biaxial indicatrix, interference figures, optic sign and 2V. The book also covers mineral-formula calculations and related numerical problems.
Inside the book: 22 units, approximately 250 pages, 100+ figures, 78 worked examples and 210+ solved questions.
Understand the origin, evolution, classification and characteristics of igneous rocks. Topics include magma generation, melting models, forms and textures of igneous bodies, IUGS and QAPF classification, TAS diagrams and the CIPW norm. Binary and ternary phase diagrams are explained with lever-rule problems, followed by Bowen's reaction series, fractional crystallisation and magmatic differentiation.
The book also covers variation diagrams, trace elements, rare earth elements (REE), isotopic systems and tectonic settings. Major rock groups are discussed, including basalt and gabbro, ultramafic rocks, komatiites, layered intrusions, ophiolites, granitoids, alkaline rocks, carbonatites and kimberlites. Important igneous provinces of India are also included.
Inside the book: 19 units, approximately 380 pages, 200+ diagrams, 60+ worked examples and 480+ solved questions, including many figure-based questions.
Study the processes and products of metamorphism, from the basic agents and types of metamorphism to advanced phase relationships and metamorphic conditions. The book covers metamorphic textures and fabrics, mineral reactions, the phase rule and Schreinemakers analysis. ACF, AKF and AFM diagrams are explained along with isograds, metamorphic facies, facies series, P–T–t paths and petrogenetic grids.
Separate discussions cover pelitic, mafic, carbonate, calc-silicate and ultramafic protoliths, contact metamorphism, skarns, migmatites, granulites, charnockites, ultra-high-pressure (UHP) and ultra-high-temperature (UHT) rocks. Geothermobarometry is supported by worked examples, and the book concludes with important metamorphic terrains of India.
Inside the book: 13 units, approximately 260 pages, 150+ figures, 30+ worked examples and 400+ solved questions.
Understand the origin, transport, deposition, classification and transformation of sediments. The book covers weathering, soil formation, fluid flow, sediment transport and the application of Reynolds and Froude numbers, Stokes' law, Hjulström diagrams and Shields diagrams.
It further explains bedforms, sediment gravity flows, grain size and textural statistics, sedimentary structures and palaeocurrent analysis. Clastic and carbonate rocks, provenance, diagenesis, dolomitisation, evaporites, chert, phosphorite and banded iron formations (BIF) are covered in detail.
Depositional environments range from alluvial fans and river systems to deserts, lakes, deltas, shorelines, shelves and deep-marine settings. The final topics include Walther's law, sequence stratigraphy and sedimentary basins, including Indian examples.
Inside the book: 14 units, approximately 250 pages, 140 figures, 25 worked examples and 390+ solved questions.
Explore the fossil record, evolution and history of life on Earth. The book begins with fossils, fossilisation and taphonomy, trace fossils, taxonomy, cladistics and evolutionary concepts. It covers Precambrian life, the Phanerozoic history of life and the five major mass extinctions.
Detailed morphology diagrams and comparison tables support the study of important invertebrate groups, including corals, brachiopods, bivalves, gastropods, cephalopods, trilobites, graptolites, echinoderms and bryozoans. Additional topics include microfossils and their applications in palaeoclimate studies, vertebrate palaeontology, the evolution of the horse, elephant and human lineages, Siwalik faunas, Gondwana flora, biostratigraphy and India's fossil record.
Inside the book: 18 units, approximately 275 pages, 110+ figures and 480+ solved questions, including fossil-sketch questions.
Develop a systematic understanding of stratigraphic principles and the geological history of India. The book begins with stratigraphic laws, classification, stratigraphic codes, correlation, magnetostratigraphy, chemostratigraphy and the geological time scale.
The Indian stratigraphy section covers the physiographic and tectonic framework of India, followed by the Dharwar, Singhbhum, Bastar, Bundelkhand and Aravalli cratons, mobile belts and Purana basins, including the Cuddapah, Vindhyan and Chhattisgarh basins.
Further coverage includes the Palaeozoic successions of the Himalaya, Gondwana Supergroup, marine Mesozoic successions, Deccan and Rajmahal Traps, Cenozoic formations, Siwaliks and Indo-Gangetic alluvium. Important stratigraphic boundary problems are also discussed. Succession tables summarise groups, formations, lithology, fossils and age.
Inside the book: 19 units, approximately 285 pages, 90 maps and figures and 530+ solved questions.
This book focuses on the geometrical principles of structural geology and the numerical problems frequently encountered in competitive examinations. It covers the orientation of planes and lines, strike and dip, true and apparent dip, thickness, depth calculations and three-point problems.
Stereographic projection is explained through step-by-step procedures. Other topics include primary structures, unconformities, fold geometry, Fleuty and Ramsay classifications, fold interference patterns, geological maps, cross-sections, faults, thrust systems, extensional structures, strike-slip systems and salt tectonics.
Inside the book: 13 units, approximately 210 pages, 80 figures, 46 worked examples and 399 solved questions, including 66 questions with original maps and diagrams.
Study the mechanical behaviour of rocks and the structures developed during deformation. The book explains stress, Mohr circles, stress distribution in the crust, Andersonian faulting, strain measurement, progressive deformation and rock rheology.
It also covers fracture criteria, joints, veins, fold mechanics, foliation, cleavage, lineation, boudinage, deformation mechanisms and microstructures. Porphyroblast–deformation relationships, shear zones, kinematic indicators, superposed deformation and Himalayan tectonics complete the subject.
Inside the book: 16 units, approximately 240 pages, 170+ figures, 59 worked examples and 277 solved questions.
Understand the dynamic Earth and the processes responsible for the formation and evolution of continents and ocean basins. Topics include the internal structure of the Earth, continental drift, sea-floor spreading, palaeomagnetism and the development of plate tectonic theory.
The book discusses divergent, convergent and transform plate boundaries, hotspots, mantle plumes, isostasy and orogeny. Special attention is given to the evolution of the Himalaya and the Indian plate. Important physical relationships and quantitative aspects of geotectonic processes are supported by worked examples.
Inside the book: 16 units, approximately 180 pages, 120+ figures, 70+ formulae and 150 solved questions.
Learn how geological, climatic, hydrological and tectonic processes shape the Earth's surface. The book covers fundamental geomorphic concepts, weathering, soil formation and mass wasting, followed by fluvial processes, river landforms, drainage systems and morphometric analysis.
Separate sections discuss glacial and periglacial landscapes, aeolian and desert landforms, coastal processes, karst topography and volcanic landforms. The book also covers landscape evolution, tectonic geomorphology, the Quaternary period, major geomorphic features of India and geomorphic hazards.
Inside the book: 15 units, approximately 170 pages, 100+ figures and 225 solved questions.
Build a foundation in the chemical principles governing minerals, rocks, fluids and the Earth system. The book covers atomic structure, isotopes, mole calculations, oxide conversions, mineral-formula calculations and the CIPW norm. It then discusses nucleosynthesis, elemental abundances, meteorites, the composition of the Earth, crystal chemistry and Goldschmidt's geochemical classification.
Important advanced topics include trace-element and REE behaviour during melting and crystallisation, thermodynamics, aqueous geochemistry, water hardness, redox reactions, Eh–pH diagrams and activity diagrams. The final sections cover weathering, geochemical cycles, reaction kinetics, radiogenic and stable isotopes, geochemical exploration, environmental geochemistry and analytical techniques.
Inside the book: 17 units, approximately 215 pages, 77 figures, 103 worked examples and 329 solved questions.
Study the geological processes responsible for the formation, concentration and exploration of economically important mineral deposits. The book covers ore and gangue, grade and cut-off grade, UNFC reserve classification, ore-forming fluids, wall-rock alteration, fluid inclusions and isotopic evidence.
Deposit types include magmatic, hydrothermal, porphyry, skarn, volcanogenic massive sulphide (VMS), orogenic gold, SedEx, Mississippi Valley-type (MVT), placer, BIF, laterite, bauxite and supergene deposits. Additional topics include ore textures, ore microscopy, metallogeny, mineral exploration, reserve estimation, mining, beneficiation and mineral policy, including the MMDR Act, National Mineral Policy and critical minerals.
Dedicated units discuss Indian mineral deposits commodity by commodity, with a summary atlas table for revision.
Inside the book: 19 units, approximately 235 pages, 80 figures and 349 solved questions.
This book brings together the geological principles of coal formation and petroleum occurrence. The coal section covers organic matter in sediments, peat formation, coalification, rank, coal petrology, macerals, proximate and ultimate analysis, coal classification and grading.
It also explains coal-bed methane, underground coal gasification and India's Gondwana and Tertiary coalfields. The petroleum section covers kerogen, thermal maturation, hydrocarbon generation and migration, reservoir rocks, petrophysical properties, traps and petroleum systems.
Further topics include petroleum exploration, well logging, Archie's equation, drilling, recovery methods, unconventional hydrocarbon resources, India's petroliferous basins and nuclear fuels.
Inside the book: 17 units, approximately 190 pages, 37 worked examples and 326 solved questions.
Understand the geological and geotechnical principles used in civil engineering projects. The book covers the index and strength properties of rocks, elastic constants, failure criteria, discontinuities, rock quality designation (RQD) and rock-mass classification systems such as RMR, Q, GSI and Hoek–Brown.
The soil mechanics section discusses phase relationships, Atterberg limits, soil classification, permeability, compaction, effective stress, consolidation and shear strength. Applied engineering topics include site investigation, dams and reservoirs, reservoir-induced seismicity, tunnels, roads, bridges, slope stability, landslides, earthquakes, seismic zoning and construction materials.
Indian case histories help connect engineering-geology concepts with real-world applications.
Inside the book: 16 units, approximately 180 pages, 50 figures, 69 worked examples and 239 solved questions.
Study the occurrence, movement, distribution and quality of water on and below the Earth's surface. The book begins with the hydrological cycle, precipitation, evaporation, infiltration, runoff and hydrographs.
Groundwater topics include aquifer occurrence and properties, Darcy's law, flow nets, steady and unsteady well hydraulics, and the Thiem, Theis and Cooper–Jacob methods. It also covers wells, pumping tests, groundwater exploration, water quality, Piper diagrams, SAR, BIS and WHO standards, contamination and seawater intrusion.
Further topics include isotopes, artificial and natural recharge, GEC-2015 groundwater resource estimation, hard-rock aquifers, basalt aquifers, karst aquifers and the hydrogeology of India. The content follows the major areas of the GSI hydrogeology syllabus.
Inside the book: 17 units, approximately 275 pages, 100+ figures, 70 worked examples and 426 solved questions.
Develop an understanding of the physical properties of the Earth and the geophysical techniques used to investigate its interior and subsurface. The book covers the solar system, the figure of the Earth, the gravity field, geoid, seismology, the internal structure of the Earth, earthquakes, isostasy, heat flow, geomagnetism and palaeomagnetism.
The exploration geophysics section discusses the principles and applications of gravity, magnetic, electrical, electromagnetic, seismic and radiometric methods. Electrical methods include resistivity, self-potential (SP) and induced polarisation (IP). Seismic topics include refraction and reflection methods, while well logging is also covered.
Formulae and worked numerical problems support the quantitative aspects of the subject. This book is particularly relevant to GATE Geophysics, while also supporting preparation for GSI and CSIR-NET Earth Science.
Learn the principles and applications of remote sensing, image interpretation and geographical information systems in Earth Science. Topics include electromagnetic radiation, its interaction with the atmosphere and Earth's surface, spectral signatures, platforms, sensors and different types of resolution.
The book covers Indian and international satellite missions, aerial photography, photogrammetry, image interpretation and digital image processing. Dedicated sections discuss thermal, microwave and hyperspectral remote sensing, GIS, GPS/GNSS and their applications in geological mapping, resource studies and environmental investigations.
Inside the book: 15 units, approximately 160 pages, 90+ figures and 150 solved questions.
Understand the atmosphere, climate systems and the processes controlling weather and long-term climatic conditions. The book covers atmospheric composition and structure, insolation, the Earth's heat budget, temperature distribution, atmospheric pressure, winds and general circulation.
It further discusses atmospheric moisture, clouds, precipitation, air masses, fronts and cyclones. Important climate-system topics include the Indian monsoon, El Niño, ENSO and the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD).
Additional coverage includes climate classification, past climates, palaeoclimate proxies and climate change. These concepts are useful for understanding the relationship between climate, surface processes and the geological record.
Explore the physical, geological and environmental characteristics of the world's oceans. The book covers ocean-floor relief, the origin and evolution of ocean basins, seawater properties, temperature and salinity distribution.
Important oceanographic processes include waves, tides, currents and large-scale ocean circulation. Further topics include marine sediments and deposits, coral reefs, marine resources and the characteristics of the oceans surrounding India.
| Subject | Major Areas Covered |
|---|---|
| Mineralogy and Crystallography | Crystal symmetry, lattices, XRD, silicate structures, mineral groups and optical mineralogy. |
| Igneous Petrology | Magmas, rock classification, CIPW norm, phase diagrams, differentiation, trace elements and isotopes. |
| Metamorphic Petrology | Reactions, ACF/AFM diagrams, facies, P–T–t paths, petrogenetic grids and thermobarometry. |
| Sedimentology | Sediment transport, textures, structures, sedimentary rocks, depositional environments and basins. |
| Palaeontology | Fossilisation, evolution, mass extinctions, invertebrates, microfossils, vertebrates and Gondwana flora. |
| Stratigraphy | Stratigraphic principles and Indian geological history, from Archaean cratons to the Siwaliks. |
| Structural Geology I | Attitudes, stereonets, folds, geological maps, faults and thrust systems. |
| Structural Geology II | Stress, strain, rheology, fractures, microstructures, shear zones and kinematic indicators. |
| Geotectonics | Earth's interior, continental drift, sea-floor spreading, plate tectonics, plumes and the Himalaya. |
| Geomorphology | Weathering, fluvial, glacial, aeolian, coastal and karst landforms, morphometry and hazards. |
| Geochemistry | Element abundances, trace elements, thermodynamics, Eh–pH diagrams, isotopes and exploration geochemistry. |
| Economic Geology | Ore-forming processes, deposit types, exploration, reserves, mining and Indian mineral deposits. |
| Coal and Petroleum Geology | Coal rank, coal petrology, kerogen, reservoirs, traps, well logging and Indian fuel basins. |
| Engineering Geology | Rock and soil properties, rock-mass classification, dams, tunnels, landslides and construction materials. |
| Hydrology and Hydrogeology | Hydrological cycle, aquifers, Darcy's law, well hydraulics, water quality and groundwater resources. |
| Geophysics | Gravity, magnetic, electrical, electromagnetic, seismic and radiometric methods and well logging. |
| Remote Sensing and GIS | EMR, sensors, satellites, photogrammetry, image processing, microwave and thermal remote sensing, GIS and GNSS. |
| Climatology | Atmosphere, heat budget, circulation, precipitation, cyclones, Indian monsoon, ENSO and climate change. |
| Oceanography | Ocean floor, seawater properties, waves, tides, currents, marine sediments and ocean resources. |
The collection covers major Earth Science areas relevant to the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination, including geology and allied subjects. The subject books support preparation across foundational concepts, applied geology, Indian geology, geophysics, hydrogeology and other relevant areas. They can be used while preparing for both Stage I and Stage II, alongside the latest official examination syllabus and other required preparation resources.
The notes cover important geology and geophysics topics, including mineralogy, petrology, structural geology, stratigraphy, geochemistry, economic geology, geophysics, remote sensing and related numerical methods. Formulae, worked examples and solved questions help support conceptual and problem-solving practice for GATE-GG.
The collection provides broad subject-wise coverage of Earth, atmospheric, ocean and planetary sciences, including geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geomorphology, climatology, oceanography and related topics. It is useful for building conceptual understanding and revising major areas of Earth Science for CSIR-NET.
The Mineralogy, Petrology, Structural Geology, Stratigraphy, Palaeontology, Geomorphology, Geochemistry and other relevant subject books provide a broad foundation for IIT-JAM Geology preparation. Diagrams, definitions, comparison tables, numerical examples and solved questions support topic-wise study and revision.
Important: The examinations have different syllabi, question formats and levels of emphasis. This is a multi-exam study resource, not a representation that every topic in every book is equally relevant to every examination. Always cross-check your preparation against the latest official syllabus and examination notification.
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The package includes 19 subject-wise books covering Mineralogy and Crystallography, Igneous Petrology, Metamorphic Petrology, Sedimentology, Palaeontology, Stratigraphy, Structural Geology I and II, Geotectonics, Geomorphology, Geochemistry, Economic Geology, Coal and Petroleum Geology, Engineering Geology, Hydrology and Hydrogeology, Geophysics, Remote Sensing and GIS, Climatology and Oceanography.
These notes are designed to support preparation for UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist (GSI Stage I and Stage II), GATE Geology and Geophysics (GG), CSIR-UGC NET Earth Science and IIT-JAM Geology. You should use the latest official syllabus to identify the topics applicable to your particular examination.
The collection includes 19 subject-wise books covering major areas of Earth Science.
The complete collection contains more than 4,000 pages of subject-wise study material, with detailed explanations, diagrams, tables, formulae, worked examples and solved questions.
Yes. The subject books include solved question banks built mainly around previous-year questions from UPSC Geo-Scientist, GATE and IIT-JAM. Answers and explanations are provided to help you understand the concepts tested.
Yes. Quantitative topics include formulae, symbol definitions, units and worked examples. Subjects such as Mineralogy, Petrology, Structural Geology, Geochemistry, Geophysics, Hydrogeology and Engineering Geology include relevant numerical and problem-solving coverage.
Yes. The collection includes labelled diagrams, figures, illustrations and maps across relevant subjects. These help explain geological structures, minerals, fossils, tectonic processes, landforms, geophysical methods and other visual concepts.
Yes. The books are organised to support systematic learning, beginning with foundational concepts and progressing to more advanced topics. Students should still follow the relevant examination syllabus and study the subjects in a planned sequence.
The collection includes dedicated geology and geophysics coverage. The Geophysics book discusses major exploration methods and related numerical problems, while the other books cover relevant geology subjects. Check the latest GATE GG syllabus to identify the exact topics required for your chosen paper.
Yes. The collection covers a broad range of Earth Science subjects, including geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geomorphology, climatology and oceanography. It can be used for conceptual learning and revision in accordance with the latest CSIR-NET syllabus.
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These e-notes are a study and revision resource. For complete examination preparation, combine them with regular question practice, timed mock tests, analysis of previous-year papers and revision based on the latest official syllabus.
Earth Science competitive examinations require a combination of conceptual understanding, factual knowledge, numerical ability, diagram interpretation and regular revision. Studying from scattered sources can make it difficult to maintain a systematic preparation plan.
With 19 subject-wise books and more than 4,000 pages of organised content, StudyHUB's Complete Earth Science E-Notes bring major Earth Science subjects together in one comprehensive collection. From crystallography and petrology to geophysics, hydrogeology, remote sensing, climatology and oceanography, the material is designed to support your preparation across multiple competitive examinations.
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