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| Indian Museum Kolkata Recruitment 2026: 5 Vacancies, Eligibility, Salary, Apply by Post or Email |
Indian Museum Kolkata Recruitment 2026: 5 Vacancies, Eligibility, Salary, Apply by Post or Email
Current Status: Open
Latest Update: Indian Museum, Kolkata has released Vacancy Advertisement No. 04/2026 for 5 regular direct-recruitment posts: Library and Information Officer, Head Modeller, Hindi Translator, Modeller and Driver-cum-Mechanic. Applications in the prescribed Annexure-1 format can be submitted by post or email from 10 September 2026 to 23 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
The vacancies are based at the Indian Museum campus, 27, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Park Street, Kolkata – 700016. The posts carry 7th CPC Pay Levels 4 to 6. The Modeller vacancy is an OBC-Backlog post, while the other four posts are Unreserved.
Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Museum, Kolkata, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Job Type | Regular Government Service |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment |
| Application Mode | Prescribed Annexure-1 by Post or Email |
| Job Location | 27, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Park Street, Kolkata – 700016, West Bengal |
| Pay | 7th CPC Pay Levels 4 to 6 |
| Selection | Written Test and/or Skill Test |
| Last Date | 23 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement / Application Start | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Email Application | 23 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last Date for Hard-Copy Receipt | 23 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Written / Skill Test | To be notified |
| Age Cut-off Date | 23 October 2026 |
Any addendum or corrigendum, if issued, will appear on the Indian Museum website.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancy | Pay Level | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Library and Information Officer | 1 UR | Level-6 | 30 years |
| Head Modeller | 1 UR | Level-6 | 30 years |
| Hindi Translator | 1 UR | Level-5 | 28 years |
| Modeller | 1 OBC-Backlog | Level-5 | 28 years |
| Driver-cum-Mechanic | 1 UR | Level-4 | 28 years |
Eligibility
Educational Qualification and Experience
| Post | Essential Qualification / Experience |
|---|---|
| Library and Information Officer | MA / equivalent Honours in Indian History, Anthropology or Arts + Diploma in Library Science + 7 years of library experience, with museum-library experience preferred + published research in Archaeology, Art or Anthropology. |
| Head Modeller | Diploma / BFA in Modelling Sculpture + about 5 years of responsible work on sculpture models. |
| Hindi Translator | BA (Hindi) with English + 5 years of translation experience in a large establishment. |
| Modeller | 10th / School Final + Diploma / BFA in Arts with modelling specialisation + 3 years of practical modelling experience. |
| Driver-cum-Mechanic | 10th pass + permanent motor driving licence + 5 years of driving experience + ability to do minor repairs. |
Other Eligibility Conditions
- Separate applications are required for separate posts.
- The Modeller vacancy is an OBC-Backlog seat.
- For Hindi Translator, Bengali knowledge and 30 wpm Hindi typing are desirable, not mandatory.
- For Head Modeller, diagram and scale-model skills are desirable.
- For Modeller, museum work experience is desirable.
- For Driver-cum-Mechanic, ability to handle heavy vehicles is desirable.
- Serving Central/State Government, PSU, semi-government, university, statutory or autonomous-organisation employees must apply through proper channel.
- The Board may relax qualifications on the Selection Committee's recommendation for otherwise well-qualified candidates.
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 23 October 2026.
| Post | Maximum Age | Relaxation Information |
|---|---|---|
| Library and Information Officer | 30 years | Board may relax for candidates already in employment; reserved categories as per Government of India rules. |
| Head Modeller | 30 years | Same as stated in the recruitment information. |
| Hindi Translator | 28 years | Reserved categories as per extant Government of India orders; Board may relax if found otherwise suitable. |
| Modeller | 28 years | OBC as per extant Government of India orders; Board may relax for highly experienced or qualified persons. |
| Driver-cum-Mechanic | 28 years | Reserved categories as per extant Government of India orders. |
The supplied recruitment information does not provide finished category-wise age ceilings. Candidates should check the applicable Government of India orders for their category.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Library and Information Officer | Level-6 | ₹35,400–1,12,400 |
| Head Modeller | Level-6 | ₹35,400–1,12,400 |
| Hindi Translator | Level-5 | ₹29,200–92,300 |
| Modeller | Level-5 | ₹29,200–92,300 |
| Driver-cum-Mechanic | Level-4 | ₹25,500–81,100 |
The supplied information states that the posts carry 7th CPC pay plus applicable allowances. Exact in-hand salary is not specified and should not be estimated.
Application Fee
Application Fee: Not mentioned in the provided recruitment information.
No fee payment link, challan or category-wise fee details have been supplied. Candidates should not make any payment to an individual claiming to provide recruitment assistance.
Selection Process
The recruitment information specifies selection through written test and/or skill test, wherever applicable. Merit is based on marks scored in the written test and/or skill test and the cut-off marks decided by the Indian Museum authority.
- Scrutiny of applications and eligibility.
- Written test and/or skill test, wherever applicable.
- Merit based on applicable test marks and cut-off marks.
- Document and eligibility verification.
- Offer/appointment subject to the museum's final decision.
The current information does not mention an interview stage. Candidates should not assume an interview unless a later official notice specifically adds one.
Exam Pattern
An official exam pattern is not available in the provided information. Candidates should refer to the official notification for examination-related details.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted in the prescribed Annexure-1 format. There is no online application portal mentioned in the supplied information.
- Download the prescribed Annexure-1 application format from the Indian Museum website.
- Complete the application for the desired post and attach the supplied supporting documents.
- If applying for more than one post, submit a separate application for each post.
- For postal applications, superscribe the name of the post on the envelope and send the application to The Director, Indian Museum, 27, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Kolkata – 700016.
- The hard-copy application must reach the museum by 23 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
- For email applications, send the complete application to indianmuseumkolkata2@gmail.com by the same deadline.
- Serving employees of Central/State Government, semi-government bodies, universities, PSUs or statutory/autonomous organisations must apply through proper channel.
- Keep a copy of the submitted email or postal receipt for your records.
Documents Required
Self-attested, legible copies of the documents supplied in the recruitment information should accompany the application, including:
- Proof of age/date of birth.
- Academic and professional certificates applicable to the post.
- Caste certificate for the OBC-Backlog Modeller vacancy, where applicable.
- Experience certificates matching the required post-wise experience.
- List of publications for Library and Information Officer.
- Permanent motor driving licence for Driver-cum-Mechanic.
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature as required on the application form.
- Proper-channel / NOC papers for candidates already serving in government or PSU service, as applicable.
Service Conditions
Advertisement No. 04/2026 describes these vacancies as regular direct recruitment posts carrying 7th CPC pay levels. Probation length, bond amount, notice period and transfer liability are not provided in the supplied recruitment information.
Housing, pension/NPS and other service conditions are not sufficiently detailed in the supplied information to state specific terms.
Contact & Helpline
- Application Email: indianmuseumkolkata2@gmail.com
- Postal Address: The Director, Indian Museum, 27, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Park Street, Kolkata – 700016, West Bengal
- Museum Phone: (033) 2252 1790
- Official Website: https://indianmuseumkolkata.org/
Use the recruitment email for application packets. Candidates should verify contact details from the official notification or website before communicating.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Detailed Advertisement PDF |
| Application Form | Indian Museum Kolkata Website |
| Email Application | indianmuseumkolkata2@gmail.com |
| Official Website | Visit Indian Museum Kolkata |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many vacancies are available in Indian Museum Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
There are 5 vacancies: 1 Library and Information Officer, 1 Head Modeller, 1 Hindi Translator, 1 Modeller and 1 Driver-cum-Mechanic.
2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 23 October 2026, 5:00 PM for both email applications and receipt of hard-copy applications at the museum.
3. What is the application mode?
Applications must be submitted in the prescribed Annexure-1 format by post or email.
4. What is the qualification for Library and Information Officer?
The post requires MA / equivalent Honours in Indian History, Anthropology or Arts, Diploma in Library Science, 7 years of library experience and published research in Archaeology, Art or Anthropology. Museum-library experience is preferred.
5. What is the age limit?
The maximum age is 30 years for Library and Information Officer and Head Modeller, and 28 years for Hindi Translator, Modeller and Driver-cum-Mechanic, calculated as on 23 October 2026.
6. What is the salary or pay scale?
The posts carry 7th CPC Pay Levels 4 to 6. Level-6 is ₹35,400–1,12,400, Level-5 is ₹29,200–92,300 and Level-4 is ₹25,500–81,100.
7. What is the application fee?
Application fee details are not mentioned in the provided recruitment information.
8. What is the selection process?
Selection is through written test and/or skill test, wherever applicable, followed by merit based on applicable test marks and cut-off marks and subsequent verification.
9. Is there an interview in this recruitment?
The supplied recruitment information does not mention an interview stage.
10. Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes, but separate applications are required for separate posts.
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Important Note
Important Note: Candidates should carefully check the official notification for complete eligibility conditions, application instructions and recruitment updates before applying.
Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes. Candidates should verify the latest recruitment details, eligibility, dates and instructions from the official notification or official recruitment website before applying.
