Notification: SSC Selection Post Phase 13/2025 – Assistant Archaeologist Vacancy at Archaeological Survey of India
- Inarch Center
- Jun 3
- 3 min read
Updated: Jun 22
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the Phase XIII/2025 Selection Posts notification on 02.06.2025, inviting applications for the post of Assistant Archaeologist under the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Ministry of Culture. Its a golden opportunity for candidates passionate about exploring India’s rich historical heritage.
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Position Details: | |
Post Name: | Assistant Archaeologist |
Post Code: | MP12925 |
Vacancies: | 45 (18-UR, 12-OBC, 7-SC, 4-ST, 4-EWS) |
Classification: | Group B (Non-Gazetted) |
Pay Level: | Level 6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) |
Department: | Archaeological Survey of India, Ministry of Culture |
Age Limit: | 18-30 years (born between 02.08.1995 and 01.08.2007, as on 01.08.2025) |
Gender Eligibility: | Male, Female, Transgender |
Educational Qualifications:
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in one of the following from a recognized University/Institute:
Master degree in Archaeology or Master degree in Indian History (with Ancient Indian History or Medieval Indian History as a subject or paper);
or
Master degree in Anthropology (with stone-age Archaeology as a subject or paper)
or
Master degree in Geology (with Pleistocene Geology as a subject or paper) from a recognized University or Institute.
Job Responsibilities:
Assist in archaeological explorations, excavations, reporting, and publication.
Supervise and document archaeological materials, including cataloguing and indexing.
Ensure safe custody and transportation of excavated materials for study/exhibition.
Prepare cultural/technical notes on monuments and antiquities.
Guide visitors at excavated sites, monuments, or exhibitions as required.
Examination Scheme:
Name of the Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
English Language (Basic Knowledge) | 25 | 50 |
Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill) | 25 | 50 |
Mode: Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
Duration: 60 minutes (80 minutes for candidates eligible for scribes)
Negative Marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer
Reservation for categories
Language: Hindi and English
For Exam syllabus check official notification; page no 19 to 20 ( Official notification is attached at the end of this blog)
Application Process:
Applications must be submitted online at https://ssc.gov.in from 02.06.2025 to 23.06.2025.
Last date and time for receipt of online applications: 23.06.2025 (Up to 2300 Hrs.)
Application Fee: ₹100 (exempted for Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen)
Fee Payment Deadline: 24.06.2025 (up to 23:00 hrs)
Correction Window: 28.06.2025 to 30.06.2025 (up to 23:00 hrs)
How to Apply:
Candidates should apply online well before the deadline to avoid technical issues. A printout of the application form must be retained for document verification, as required by SSC or the User Department.
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Note: The Inarch Center is sharing this notification for informational purposes only and is not associated with the SSC or the examination process. For detailed information, candidates are advised to visit https://ssc.gov.in and review the official SSC Selection Post Phase XIII/2025 notification.
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