Archaeological Survey of India Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline

Senior Consultant (Underwater Archaeology)

• Master’s in Underwater Archaeology/ Archaeology/ History with specialization in Ancient Indian History or PhD.
• Minimum 2.5 years of experience in underwater archaeology/ archaeology.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Junior Consultant (Underwater Archaeology)

• Master’s in Underwater Archaeology/ Archaeology/ History with specialization in Ancient Indian History or PhD.
• Minimum 1.5 years of experience in underwater archaeology/ archaeology.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Important Dates

• Application submission deadline: 15 days from the publication of the advertisement in Employment News (approximate reference in notice).
• Last date to apply: 07-04-2026

Application Fee

• No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

How to Apply

• Download the official notification and application form from the ASI website.
• Fill the form with correct information and attach self-attested copies of required documents.
• Submit the completed application via Speed Post/Registered Post or as instructed in the notice to reach the concerned office before 07-04-2026. Email submission is also available as per the notice.
• Keep a photocopy of the submitted application for future reference.

Additional Notes

• The appointment is contractual, with consolidated salaries (Senior Consultant: Rs. 60,000 per month; Junior Consultant: Rs. 40,000 per month).
• No other allowances such as DA, HRA, or Transport Allowance are payable except travel entitlement by 3rd AC when deputed on official tour.
• Refer to the official notification for complete criteria and submission details.