Verified from official source on 10 Sept 2026
Indian Museum Kolkata Recruitment 2026 — 5 Posts, Apply by 23 Oct

- Total Posts
- 5
- Minimum Qualification
- 10th Pass
Overview
Indian Museum Kolkata Recruitment 2026 (5 Posts), Apply via Email by 23 October 2026 in West Bengal. Indian Museum Kolkata has released Advertisement No. 04/2026 inviting email applications for 5 posts, including Library and Information Officer, Head Modeller, Hindi Translator, Modeller, and Driver-cum-Mechanic. This Indian Museum government job 2026 opportunity spans qualifications from Class 10 pass to a Master's degree, depending on the post. Eligible candidates who meet the post-specific qualification and age criteria below can apply via email before the closing date. Selected candidates will support the museum's library, modelling, translation, and transport functions at Indian Museum Kolkata. The Indian Museum 2026 selection process consists of a Written Test, a Skill Test, and preparation of a Merit List. The salary for Indian Museum 2026 ranges from Level-4, ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 per month for Driver-cum-Mechanic, up to Level-6, ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month for Library and Information Officer and Head Modeller. The Indian Museum 2026 email application must be sent to the address specified in the official notification. The last date to apply for this recruitment is 23 October 2026. No application fee has been mentioned in the notification. Candidates must read the complete official Indian Museum Kolkata notification PDF at indianmuseumkolkata.org before applying, since the Library and Information Officer post requires 7 years of Museum Library experience, and each of the five posts carries a distinct experience threshold.
Qualification
- Library and Information Officer: Master's/Honours in Indian History/Anthropology/Arts + Diploma in Library Science + 7 years' Library experience
- Head Modeller: Degree/Diploma in Modelling/Sculpture + 5 years' experience
- Hindi Translator: Graduate in Hindi + English + 5 years' translation experience
- Modeller: School Final + Art College Degree/Diploma in modelling + 3 years' experience
- Driver-cum-Mechanic: 10th pass + driving licence + 5 years' driving/repair experience
Age Limit
Maximum 30 years for all posts, with relaxation for reserved categories per Government of India rules
Eligibility
- Library and Information Officer: Master's or equivalent Honours Degree in Indian History, Anthropology, or Arts; Diploma in Library Science; 7 years' experience in a Library, preferably a Museum Library; research experience with published work in Archaeology, Art, or Anthropology
- Head Modeller: Degree or Diploma in Modelling/Sculpture from a recognised University or Institute; about 5 years' experience in a responsible position working on sculpture models and allied work
- Hindi Translator: Graduate or equivalent degree in Hindi in addition to English; at least 5 years' experience in translation work at a large establishment
- Modeller: School Final or equivalent, plus a Degree or Diploma from a recognised Art College with specialisation in modelling; at least 3 years' practical experience in modelling
- Driver-cum-Mechanic: Class 10th pass; professional driving skill with thorough knowledge of car mechanism and a permanent Motor Driving Licence; 5 years' practical experience in driving and minor repairs
- Maximum age limit is 30 years for all posts, with relaxation for reserved categories as per Government of India rules
Important Dates
Last Date to Apply
23 Oct 2026
Application Fee
No application fee for any category
Salary
- Library and Information Officer / Head Modeller: Level-6, ₹35,400–₹1,12,400/month
- Hindi Translator / Modeller: Level-5, ₹29,200–₹92,300/month
- Driver-cum-Mechanic: Level-4, ₹25,500–₹81,100/month
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before applying
- Prepare a complete bio-data covering personal details, educational qualifications, and relevant experience
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and a recent passport-size photograph
- Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email
- Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification
- Ensure the email is sent before the last date of 23 October 2026
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference
Selection Process
- Written Test
- Skill Test
- Merit List
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Library and Information Officer | 1 |
| Head Modeller | 1 |
| Hindi Translator | 1 |
| Modeller | 1 |
| Driver-cum-Mechanic | 1 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Nil |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female | Nil |
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