Tamil Nadu Institute of Archaeology PG Diploma Admissions 2026-27

The Tamil Nadu Institute of Archaeology and Museology is currently accepting applications for various postgraduate diploma programs for the upcoming 2026-27 academic session. Prospective students can choose from specialized two-year tracks in subjects like epigraphy and heritage management, or opt for a shorter one-year course focused on manuscriptology. To qualify for admission, candidates must successfully navigate a selection process consisting of a written exam and a personal interview.

Important Details

Course Name	Duration	Process	Stipend	Deadline
Postgraduate Diploma in Archaeology, Epigraphy, Museology, Heritage Management and Numismatics	2 years	Written examination and interview	Rs 8,000	July 8,  till 5.00 p.m.
Postgraduate Diploma in Manuscriptology	1 year

Criteria and seats

Name of the PG Diploma courses	No. of students	Educational Qualification
Archaeology	20	Any Post-Graduate Degree
Post-Graduate Diploma in Epigraphy	10	Post-Graduate Degree in Tamil / Indian History / History / Ancient History and Archaeology / History and Archaeology.
Post-Graduate Diploma in Heritage Management and Museology	10	B.E. Civil Engineering or any Post-Graduate Degree in Humanities / Social / Chemistry / Physical / Biological / Geo
Post-Graduate Diploma in Manuscriptology	08	Post-Graduate Degree in Tamil

Selection Process and Timings

Name of the courses	Selection process	Timings
Post-Graduate Diploma in Archaeology	Screening test (100 Multiple Choice Questions) and Direct Interview on subjects: Tamil Literature, History, Archaeology, Recent Archaeological Excavations (Tamil Nadu and India), Epigraphy, Architecture, Iconography, Numismatics, Museology, Conservation and Preservation of Historical Monuments.	10.30 AM - 12.30 PM
Post-Graduate Diploma in Epigraphy
Post-Graduate Diploma in Heritage Management and Museology
Post-Graduate Diploma in Manuscriptology	Screening test (100 Multiple Choice Questions) and Direct Interview on subjects: Tamil Literature, Tamil Grammar & Manuscriptology.	02.00 PM - 04.00 PM

Screening Test/ Entrance Exam Center

Date of Screening test: 19.07.2026 (Sunday).

Centers for Screening test: Chennai, Villupuram, Salem,Tiruchirappalli and Madurai.

Interview Center: Will be Chennai (We recommend you to ask about it from institute once)

How to Apply

To apply for the postgraduate diploma courses at the Tamil Nadu Institute of Archaeology and Museology, follow these steps:

• Obtain the Application Form: You can download the form from the Tamil Nadu State Department of Archaeology website (http://www.tnarch.gov.in/institute-archaeology), request it via email (tniam2026@gmail.com), or collect it directly in person.

  
  

  You can download same Application form here: Click here to download the Form
  

• Prepare Required Documents: Fill out the application form and gather copies of your relevant educational certificates and your community certificate.

• Submit Your Application: Send the completed application along with the document copies to the following address: The Commissioner (FAC), Department of Archaeology, Tamil Valarchi Valagam, Thamizh Salai (Tamil Salai), Egmore, Chennai - 600 008.

• Deadline: Ensure your application is received by July 8, 2026, by 5:00 p.m..

  
  

If you have any questions or need further information, you can contact the institute by phone at 044-28190023.

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