Conservation Division, Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts
Contractual / Regular

IGNCA Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for 1 Project Manager Post

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Sep. 11, 2026
Project Manager (Aatmanirbhar Bharat Centre for Design)

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Postgraduate337
MBA49
M.A.33
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Scale
₹75,000/- Per Month (Consolidated / Negotiable)
Age Limit
Maximum 40 Years as on 01/04/2026
Job Location
Delhi87New Delhi91

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 10, 2026

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Starts

Sep 10, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

4

Exam Date

Sep 21, 2026

Application Window10 – 21 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date21 Sep 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must hold a Postgraduate Degree in Business Management, Marketing, Retail Management, Art History, Museology, History, Fine Arts, Conservation, Anthropology, or related allied fields from a recognized University. A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in programme management, events, exhibitions, marketing, project design, and outreach in the arts and culture space is mandatory.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 40 years as on 01.04.2026.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Document Verification & Original Certificate Scrutiny

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Walk-in Personal Interview

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Selection will be conducted through verification of original certificates and a Walk-in Personal Interview on 21.09.2026 at 11:00 AM (Reporting time: 10:00 AM) at the Meeting Room, Cultural Informatics Lab, 3rd Floor, B-Wing, IGNCA, Janpath Building, Janpath Road, New Delhi - 110001.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Area / ComponentAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Credentials & SpecializationPostgraduate Degree in Business Management, Marketing, Retail Management, Art History, Museology, Fine Arts, Heritage Conservation, or Anthropology
Programme & Arts Management ExperienceAt least 5 years of verified experience managing cultural events, artisan cluster partnerships, exhibition curation, and retail/e-commerce market linkages
Proposal Writing, Budgeting & CommunicationsDemonstrated expertise in project proposal development, budgeting, documentation, and bilingual communication in English and Hindi
Interview & Strategic VisionUnderstanding of the craft economy, Public-Private Partnership (PPP) models, brand positioning for indigenous traditions, and willingness to travel widely

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Project Manager under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Centre for Design (ABCD) operates within the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Ministry of Culture. The role is positioned at the intersection of traditional Indian crafts, modern industrial design, and creative cultural commerce. The daily workflow involves collaborating with master artisans across rural and semi-urban craft clusters, curating high-profile exhibitions and cultural festivals, coordinating with public-private partnership (PPP) stakeholders, and establishing retail and e-commerce distribution channels for indigenous arts.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The duty station is IGNCA, Janpath Building, Janpath Road, New Delhi - 110001. The appointment is purely contractual for an initial tenure of six (6) months, extendable based on project requirements and performance appraisals. The role involves frequent and extensive pan-India travel to artisan clusters, exhibitions, and cultural institutions.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

The position is project-based and contractual, offering no regular promotion ladder, permanent absorption, or pensionary benefits in the IGNCA/Government cadre. However, leading national cultural initiatives under the Ministry of Culture provides exceptional credentials for senior leadership roles in premier cultural institutions, design foundations, UNESCO projects, and luxury heritage retail enterprises.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • The Walk-in Interview is scheduled on 21st September 2026 at 11:00 AM, with mandatory candidate reporting and certificate verification starting promptly at 10:00 AM at Cultural Informatics Lab, 3rd Floor, B-Wing, IGNCA, New Delhi; late arrivals will not be entertained.
  • Applicants must bring the filled official application form, updated CV, and self-attested photocopies alongside original academic mark sheets (10th onwards) and experience certificates.
  • Candidates must bring a valid Government Photo ID (PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving License, or Government ID).
  • If selected, the candidate must submit two reference letters/testimonials from previous employers or institutions issued within the past one month at the time of joining.
  • The upper age limit is 40 years as on 01.04.2026, and candidates must have at least 5 years of verified professional experience in arts/cultural programme management.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR1
Total Vacancies1 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated remuneration of ₹75,000/- per month (negotiable depending on experience and suitability).

Consolidated remuneration of ₹75,000/- per month, negotiable based on experience and suitability. Initial appointment is for 6 months, extendable based on requirement and performance.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download the official notification and prescribed application form from the IGNCA website (ignca.gov.in).
  2. Complete the application form in block letters with personal details, educational qualifications (from 10th onwards), and chronological employment history.
  3. Attach an updated resume along with self-attested copies of academic mark sheets, degree certificates, experience certificates, and valid photo ID.
  4. Bring all original certificates and valid government photo ID for physical verification.
  5. Report for the walk-in interview on 21st September 2026 at 10:00 AM at Meeting Room, Cultural Informatics Lab, 3rd Floor, B-Wing, IGNCA, Janpath Building, Janpath Road, New Delhi – 110001.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required.

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The Walk-in Interview will be conducted on September 21, 2026 at 11:00 AM (reporting time 10:00 AM) at Meeting Room, Cultural Informatics Lab, 3rd Floor, B-Wing, IGNCA, Janpath Building, Janpath Road, New Delhi - 110001.

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