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Can I pursue Geology as my career option? But I am in Arts stream? Which course should I apply after 12th so that I will be able to work in ONGC?

First you must have a age limit of 21 to 32 years, if you are interested in the writing this exam .

There are certain upper age relaxation for certain categories allocated by UPSC

As for regarding the educational qualification you must have done a degree in Geology / Applied Geology or Marine Geology from a recognised University .

To become a Geologist you should write the geologist exam conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission)

The minimum educational qualification required to become geologist is 12th standard and after that you have to do BSc in Geology. After BSc you have to do Masters course in Geology.
In this course you will get to learn how to apply theory and techniques from physics, chemistry, material science, biology.

The best colleges for pursuing this course:

Bangalore University

Fergusson College

After MSc in Geology you may get jobs as:

Geologist

Geographers

Metrologist

I have done by graduation in comp. Sci and thinking of getting my msc in geology will I'll be able to get into geologist in ONGC