Geological
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Welcome
Passu Cones
Passu is a small village located in Gojal valley upper Hunza of the Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan region of Northern Pakistan.
International Collaboration
Experts from The International Institute for Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC), Netherlands visited GARL and delivered a lecture on the applications of remote sensing
National Collaboration
Dr. Sajjad Ahmad, DG GSP, participated in the seminar titled "Exploring Pakistan's Mineral Wealth: Navigating Global Dynamics To Monetize Pakistan's Unmapped Mineral Resources." During the event, DG GSP delivered a keynote speech highlighting the mineral potential of Pakistan. The seminar took place on April 16, 2024, at the Serena Hotel in Islamabad, sponsored by the Investment Department of the Government of Sindh and the Karachi Council for Foreign Relations.
Training Workshop
"Geological Mapping using ArcGIS pro & Geo-Database" from 20 may to 22 May 2024 held at HRDC, GARL, GSP islamabad.
Visit
Prof. Dr. Abida Farooqi, Chairperson of the Department of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad visited GARL with her students.
field Work
Drilling operation at Nagar Parkar Drilling Site, Tharparkar Sindh.
International Collaboration
Dr. Sajjad Ahmad, Director General Geological Survey of Pakistan, participated in the International Geological Surveys Meeting held on January 9, 2024, at the occasion of Future Mineral Forum Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Training Workshop
During the training course titled "Applied Techniques of Geological Mapping", fieldwork took place at the Khair-e-Murat Ranges under the guidance of Dr. Sajjad Ahmad, Director-General, Geological Survey of Pakistan (GSP)
Secretary Visit
Secretary, Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division) visits Museum of GSP Headquarter office Quetta
International Collaboration
US State Department, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Energy Resources along with other delegations visit to GARL, GSP Islamabad.
Training Workshop
9th National Trainig Workshop on ore microscopy 23-27 oct 2023 held at HRDC, GARL, GSP Islamabd
Training Workshop
"Geological Mapping Using ArcGIS Pro & Geo-Database" From 29 May To 31 May 2024 Held At GIS Lab, GSP Lahore.
National Collaborations
Dr. Sajjad Ahmad, DG GSP Chaired "Harmonization of National and Provincial Mineral Policies" at the OGDCL Head Office Islamabad.
MoU's
MoU between Geoscience Advance Research Laboratories, GSP and University of Peshawar, KPK
International Collaborations
Mr. Adnan Alam Awan, DDG GSP represented the country in the meeting “Regional Capacity Enhancement for Landslide Impact Mitigation (RECLAIM)” held from 30 Nov to 01 Dec 2023 in Bangkok, Thailand
International Collaborations
Ms. Naghma Haider, Director GARL GSP Represented The Country In forum "2023 Eurasian International Geosciences Cooperation and Green Mining Investment Forum" Hosted by SCO China.
Call for Manuscript Submission to GEOLOGICA Journal Volume 12
We invite original research articles on various topics. The submission deadline is 10-03-2025. To submit, please visit our online portal and follow the guidelines. All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer-review process.
Submit ManuscriptVisit GEOLOGICA PortalFirst meeting of Pakistan national committee for UNESCO’S International Geoscience and Geopark programme (IGGP).
On the 23rd of January, 2025 (1400 to 1700 pst), the Geological Survey of Pakistan (GSP) is hosting the first meeting of the Pakistan National Committee for UNESCO’s International Geoscience and Geopark Programme and for the implementation of IGGP in Pakistan at GARL ,GSP, Islamabad.
International Conference on Geological Hazards in Pakistan, 27-28 May- 2025
Pakistan National Research Program on Geological Hazards (Earthquakes & Landslides) Data Acquisition along Active Faults and Identification of Potential Landslide Hotspot Zones
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To strengthen the Geological Survey of Pakistan (GSP) as a premier national institution for geoscientific research, mineral exploration, and sustainable development, leveraging cutting-edge technology and international collaborations to unlock Pakistan’s natural resource potential, mitigating the risk of geological hazards, and contribute to the country’s economic growth, environmental sustainability, and social prosperity.
Adnan Alam Awan
Prime Minister Inaugurates Revitalized Geoscience Advance Research Laboratories (GARL), Islamabad
The Geological Survey of Pakistan (GSP) proudly shares the successful completion and operational opening of the upgraded Geoscience Advance Research Laboratories (GARL), Islamabad — a milestone initiative that strengthens Pakistan’s analytical and scientific foundations for sustainable mineral development.
The Honorable Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, inaugurated the revitalized facility in an event held on 17th October 2025, in the presence of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of the Army Staff.
The occasion was attended by Federal Minister for Energy (Petroleum Division), Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Mr. Ahsan Iqbal, Secretary Petroleum Division, Mr. Momin Agha, and Director General GSP, Mr. Adnan Alam Awan, along with Ambassadors of friendly countries, business leaders, and senior government officials. The dignitaries visited various laboratory sections, interacted with scientists, and appreciated the upgraded facilities, advanced instrumentation, and renewed research environment.
Established in 1991 with the cooperation of the Government of Japan through JICA, GARL has now been comprehensively modernized under a Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) project. The upgradation introduced world-class analytical systems, including X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), Wavelength Dispersive XRF, ICP-MS, MP-AES, and Fluid Inclusion Analytical Systems, placing GARL among leading regional facilities.
GARL has also achieved ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation from PNAC, signifying analytical precision of international standards and enabling the generation of data meeting JORC and NI 43-101 reporting codes — essential for credible and bankable mineral resource estimations.
The upgraded laboratories now stand as a national center of excellence for mineral analysis and geoscientific research — fostering innovation, reliability, and technical self-reliance in support of Pakistan’s growing mineral sector.
ISO Certification for GARL, GSP Islamabad
Panoramic view of Drilling site of Borehole "Mashki-I", Nok Kundi, Chagai Balochistan
The Drilling Operation at Mashkichah, near Nokkundi, District Chagai is in progress. This is being carried out on the Recommended Aeromagnetic Anomaly site after ground follow-up with integrated geophysical surveys.
About GSP
The geological information is compiled and disseminated in the form of geological reports and maps. Geological maps provide a bird’s eye view of the surface (and subsurface) distribution of various types of rocks and economic minerals that are found in a particular region. These maps are, thus, essential for all future detailed geological works including, mineral exploration, civil engineering, soil surveys, land use and soil conservation projects. Worldwide experience suggests that geological maps on 1:50,000 scale provide the most useful information and meet the requirement of most of the demands.
Charter of the Geological Survey of Pakistan
Government of Pakistan, Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division), approved the following charter for the Geological Survey of Pakistan:
- Geological mapping and Geoscientific Surveys
- Minerals exploration
- Geo hazard risk management
- Basic and applied research
Mission
- Transformation to modern era
- To manage the water scarcity
- To increase the GDP of minerals in Pakistan
- Geological mapping
OUR PROJECT
PSDP PROJECTS
GEOLOGY & MINERAL EXPLORATION
The Geological Survey of Pakistan (GSP) is responsible for the study of the geology of the country in all pertinent details and to assess its geological resource potential…
GEOPHYSICS
Geophysics Division mostly carries out investigations for the minerals and groundwater studies. Sometimes projects are also undertaken as per requirements of the geological Divisions…
DRILLING
The drilling section is responsible for drilling including coring & non-coring mineral exploration projects of the department and outside agencies…
CHEMISTRY
The Chemistry Laboratory is responsible for any type of chemical research and analysis pertaining to rocks, minerals, water and coal samples. It facilitates and provides chemical assessment to the projects conducted by geoscientists of GSP...
PETROLOGY-MINERALOGY
Petrology-Mineralogy Is responsible for Igneous Metamorphic Petrography, Carbonate Petrography, Clastic Sedimentary Rocks Petrography, Thin Section Preparation and Ore Microscopy…
HYDRO-GEOLOGY
Hydrogeology branch is responsible for the Groundwater investigation in the country.
REMOTE SENSING & GIS
A geographic information system (GIS) is a tool for digitizing mapping and analyzing earth events. Remote sensing can characterize and identify earth features using satellite imageries…
HEAD QUARTER – DIVISIONAL & REGIONAL OFFICES
Head Office Director General
Address : P.O Box No. 15 Sariab Road, Quetta
Telephone : +9281-9211032
Fax : +9281-9211018
E-Mail : gsp_qta@gsp.gov.pk
Geoscience Advanced Research Laboratory Director
Address : P.O Box No. 1461 Shahzad Town, Islamabad
Telephone : +9251-9255139/40/41
Fax : +9251-9255136
E-Mail : geoscience_isl@gsp.gov.pk
Northern Area Regional Office Director
Address : Plot No. 84, H-8/1, Islamabad
Telephone : +9251-9257182
Fax : +9251-9250499
E-Mail : gsp_isl@gsp.gov.pk
AJK Directorate Regional Office Director
Address : Mohsin House Near Buraf Khana Lower Chattar, Muzaffarabad
Telephone : +05822-929749
Fax : +05822-929747
E-Mail : gsp_muzaffarabad@gsp.gov.pk
Director
Geological Survey Of Pakistan
Peshawar Regional Office
Address : Plot # 10/11, Sector B1 Phase V, Hayatabad Peshawar
Telephone : +9291-9217075
Fax : +9291-9217023
E-Mail : gsppeshawar@gsp.gov.pk
Eastern Divisional Office Deputy Director General
Address : Trade Centre, Phase II M.A. Jauhar Town, Lahore
Telephone : +9242-35300920
Fax : +9242-35300921
E-Mail : gsp_lhr@gsp.gov.pk
Southern Division Office, Deputy Director General
Address : Street 17. Block No:2 Scheme No.36 Gulistan-e-Jauhar University Road, Karachi
Telephone : +92-21-99261132
Fax : +92-21-99261133
E-Mail : gsp_khi@gsp.gov.pk