Indian Museum Jobs

Indian Museum, Kolkata is recruiting a Library and Information Officer through direct recruitment for its West Bengal establishment. This role carries Level 6 pay of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400. Candidates need a Master’s or equivalent Honours degree in Indian History, Anthropology or Arts, along with a Diploma in Library Science. Seven years’ experience in a well-established library is required, preferably in a museum library, and research experience with published work in Archaeology, Art or Anthropology is also expected. The upper age limit is 30 years. Selection will be through a written test, with a skill test where applicable, followed by a merit list. Applications must reach by 23 October 2026, 5:00 p.m.

Indian Museum, Kolkata has announced direct recruitment for the post of Head Modeller in West Bengal. The position offers Level 6 pay of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400. Candidates should have a degree or diploma in modelling sculpture from a recognised university or institute, along with about five years’ experience in a responsible role involving sculpture models and allied work. Knowledge of preparing diagrams and scale models is mentioned as a preference. The upper age limit is 30 years. Selection will be based on a written test, with a skill test if applicable, and then a merit list. The application in the prescribed format must reach Indian Museum by 23 October 2026 up to 5:00 p.m.

Indian Museum, Kolkata is inviting applications for the post of Hindi Translator through direct recruitment in West Bengal. The job is placed in Level 5 with pay of ₹29,200 to ₹92,300. Candidates should have a graduate or equivalent degree in Hindi in addition to English, along with at least five years’ experience in translation work in a large establishment. Knowledge of Bengali and Hindi typing speed of 30 words per minute are listed as preferences. The upper age limit is 28 years. Selection will be through a written test and, where applicable, a skill test, followed by preparation of a merit list. The last date to submit the prescribed application is 23 October 2026 by 5:00 p.m.

Indian Museum, Kolkata is recruiting a Modeller through direct recruitment for its West Bengal setup. This Level 5 post offers pay of ₹29,200 to ₹92,300. Applicants should have passed School Final or an equivalent examination and hold a degree or diploma in Arts with specialization in modelling from a recognised art college or comparable institution. At least three years of practical experience in modelling is required, while knowledge or experience in museum work is preferred. The upper age limit is 28 years. Selection will be based on a written test, a skill test where applicable, and a merit list. Applications must be submitted in the prescribed format by 23 October 2026, 5:00 p.m.

Indian Museum, Kolkata has opened direct recruitment for the post of Driver-cum-Mechanic in West Bengal. The role carries Level 4 pay of ₹25,500 to ₹81,100. Candidates must be Class 10 pass from a recognised board and should have professional driving skill, thorough knowledge of car mechanism, and a permanent motor driving licence. Five years’ practical driving experience is required, along with the ability to carry out minor repairs. The upper age limit is 28 years. Selection will be through a written test, with a skill test where applicable, followed by a merit list. Candidates must send the prescribed application by post or email so it reaches by 23 October 2026 up to 5:00 p.m.