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Indian Museum Kolkata Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 5 Library & Information Officer, Modeller, Hindi Translator & Other Posts

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Sep. 10, 2026
Library and Information OfficerHead ModellerHindi TranslatorModellerDriver-cum-Mechanic
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
5 Posts
Pay Scale
Pay Level 4 to Level 6 (₹25,500 – ₹1,12,400/-)
Age Limit
18 to 30 Years (varying by post)

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 9, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 9, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 23, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window9 Sep – 23 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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

Educational Qualification

Library and Information Officer (1 Post - UR): Master's or Hon's Degree in Indian History, Anthropology, or Arts + Diploma in Library Science + 7 years' standing library experience (preferably museum library) + published research in Archaeology/Art/Anthropology.
Head Modeller (1 Post - UR): Degree or Diploma in Modelling/Sculpture + 5 years' responsible experience working on sculpture models and allied works.
Hindi Translator (1 Post - UR): Graduate Degree in Hindi along with English + 5 years' professional translation experience in a large organization. Desirable: Bengali knowledge & 30 wpm Hindi typing.
Modeller (1 Post - OBC Backlog): Class 10th (School Final) pass + Degree/Diploma in Fine Arts with specialization in modelling + 3 years' practical modelling experience.
Driver-cum-Mechanic (1 Post - UR): Class 10th pass + permanent Motor Driving License + thorough car mechanism knowledge + 5 years' practical driving experience with ability to handle minor repairs.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Maximum age limit is 30 years for Library & Information Officer and Head Modeller; and 28 years for Hindi Translator, Modeller, and Driver-cum-Mechanic as on 23.10.2026. Standard upper age relaxations applicable for OBC (3 years) and departmental/government employees as per Government of India rules.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

Verified Official Source

How will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.

Application Screening & Scrutiny of Eligibility Criteria

OfflineQualifying Only

Written Examination (General Aptitude + Domain Specific Knowledge)

OfflineMerit Scored

Skill / Practical Trade Test (Driving Test for Driver; Modelling Practical for Modeller; Typing/Translation for Hindi Translator)

OfflineQualifying Only

Document Verification & Medical Examination

OfflineQualifying Only

Selection is based on merit in the written test and qualifying practical skill test:

  1. Scrutiny: Applications received by 23.10.2026 are screened for age, essential qualifications, and verified experience.
  2. Written Examination: Shortlisted candidates appear for a written test assessing general aptitude, general awareness, cultural heritage of India, and post-specific domain knowledge.
  3. Skill / Trade Test: Practical driving & vehicle repair assessment for Driver-cum-Mechanic; practical sculpture modelling for Modeller and Head Modeller; and Hindi typing/translation test for Hindi Translator. Skill tests are qualifying in nature.
  4. Final Merit List: Prepared based on marks obtained in the written examination subject to obtaining cut-off marks fixed by the Indian Museum authority.

Syllabus & Exam Pattern Overview

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What is the examination structure? Mode of test, total marks, duration, and negative marking rules.

Exam Tier / Mode

Tier 1

Total Duration

120 Minutes

Negative Marking

0.25 marks per incorrect answer

Subject / SectionQuestionsMax Marks
Section 120
Section 220
Section 320
Section 440
Total100

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

Verified Official Source

Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The Indian Museum, established in 1814 on Jawaharlal Nehru Road in Kolkata, is the oldest and largest multipurpose museum in the Indian subcontinent. Employees work in a heritage academic institution under the Ministry of Culture, surrounded by world-renowned archaeological galleries, zoological collections, and art repositories. Office hours follow central autonomous body norms (typically 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM with five-day work weeks for administrative staff, while technical/gallery staff follow roster schedules to maintain visitor operations). The atmosphere is scholarly, quiet, and stable, with high institutional prestige.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Permanent regular appointment under the Indian Museum Board of Trustees (Ministry of Culture). Stationed permanently at Indian Museum, 27, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Kolkata - 700016, West Bengal. Transfer outside Kolkata is not applicable as the Indian Museum is a standalone autonomous institution.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Promotions follow Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) rules at 10, 20, and 30 years of regular service, alongside departmental promotion committee (DPC) assessments against sanctioned cadre vacancies (e.g., Modeller to Head Modeller; Library Officer to Senior Curator/Keeper levels).
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Strict Receipt Deadline: Complete applications (either physical post or via email) must reach on or before 23.10.2026 by 5:00 PM; applications received later will be summarily rejected.
  • Separate Applications Required: Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate application forms with separate sets of supporting documents in separate envelopes/emails.
  • Superscription Mandatory: The physical envelope must be clearly superscribed with "Application for the post of [Name of the Post]".
  • Self-Attested Proofs: All educational degrees, marksheets, experience certificates, driving licenses, and caste certificates must be self-attested; incomplete or unsigned applications will be rejected without notice.
  • Proper Channel for In-Service Candidates: Candidates working in Central/State Government, PSUs, or autonomous bodies must route their applications through proper channel or submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC).

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

  • Library and Information Officer (UR)1
  • Head Modeller (UR)1
  • Hindi Translator (UR)1
  • Modeller (OBC Backlog)1
  • Driver-cum-Mechanic (UR)1
Total Vacancies5 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

• Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400/-): Library & Information Officer, Head Modeller
• Level 5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300/-): Hindi Translator, Modeller
• Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100/-): Driver-cum-Mechanic
Plus applicable allowances as per 7th CPC.

Regular central government pay under 7th CPC Pay Matrix with DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, and medical benefits as applicable to Indian Museum, Kolkata.

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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 prescribed Application Proforma (Annexure-1) from the official website indianmuseumkolkata.org.
  2. Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, category, and employment experience details.
  3. Attach self-attested photocopies of proof of age (10th admit/certificate), educational and technical qualifications, caste certificate (for OBC post), driving license (for Driver post), experience certificates, and published research work (for Library Officer).
  4. Option A (Postal Submission): Place the application and documents in an envelope superscribed with "Application for the post of [Name of Post]" and send by speed post/registered post to: The Director, Indian Museum, 27, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Kolkata - 700016 so as to reach on or before October 23, 2026 (5:00 PM).
  5. Option B (Email Submission): Candidates can also email the complete signed application along with all self-attested attachments as a single PDF to [email protected] on or before October 23, 2026 (5:00 PM).
  6. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications in separate envelopes or emails.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

NIL (No application fee mentioned in the official notification).

Official Notification & Portal Verification

Direct links to the authorized government portal, official notification PDF, and career portal.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

5 Queries Resolved

Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

The last date for receipt of applications (both by speed post and via email) is October 23, 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

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