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Recruiting authorityMinistry of Culture, New Delhi, Delhi
Last successful check15 Nov 2026
Last date20 Dec 2026
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Ministry of Culture Director General Recruitment 2026 - Overview

OrganisationMinistry of Culture, New Delhi, Delhi
Post NameDirector General
No of Posts1
Advt No27/22/2019-Museum-I
Job TypeDeputation, Contract
PayPay Matrix Level 14, Rs. 144200-218200 (7th CPC); pre-revised PB-4 Rs. 37400-67000 plus Grade Pay Rs. 10000
Place of PostingNational Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi, Head of NGMA wings at Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru
QualificationMaster's degree in Fine Arts or History of Art from a recognized University and 15 years' experience including research work in Fine Art or History of Art, of which five years in administrative matters; deputation candidates must also hold analogous posts or have three years' regular service in PB-4 with Grade Pay Rs. 8700 or equivalent.
Age LimitMaximum 67 years (as on the closing date for receipt of applications)
Apply ModeOffline
Last Date20 December 2026
Send Application ToUnder Secretary to Govt. of India, Ministry of Culture, Museum-I Section, Work Hall - 22108, Kartavya Bhawan 2, New Delhi -110001
  • The official notification does not specify the application fee.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Qualification: Deputation: officers under Central or State Governments, Union territories, Universities, recognized research institutions or statutory and autonomous organizations holding analogous posts on regular basis, or with three years' regular service in PB-4 (Rs. 37400-67000) with Grade Pay Rs. 8700 or equivalent; Master's degree in Fine Arts or History of Art from a recognized University; Contract: persons possessing the educational qualifications and experience specified in item I(b)(i) and (ii)
  • Experience: 15 years' experience including research work in one or more of the fields of Fine Art or History of Art, out of which five years' experience should be in administrative matters
  • Age limit: Maximum 67 years (as on the closing date for receipt of applications)
  • Other conditions:
  • Deputation candidates must hold analogous posts on regular basis, or have three years' regular service in PB-4 with Grade Pay Rs. 8700 or equivalent
  • Departmental Director in PB-4 Grade Pay Rs. 8700 with three years' regular service and the prescribed qualifications will be considered along with outsiders
  • Desirable:
  • Ph. D. in Fine Arts or History of Arts
  • Proven record of Publication or Exhibition participations and Fellowships

Important Dates

EventDate
Date of Vacancy Circular5 November 2026
Last Date to Apply20 December 2026

Documents to Enclose

  • Application in duplicate in the prescribed proforma (Annexure)
  • Complete up-to-date CR dossiers for the last five years, or ACR photocopies attested by an Under Secretary or above
  • Vigilance certificate and integrity certificate
  • Cadre clearance
  • Major/minor penalty statement for the last 10 years
  • Supporting certificates/documents for qualifications and experience claimed

How to Apply for Ministry of Culture Recruitment 2026 Offline

  • Fill the application in duplicate in the prescribed proforma (Annexure) enclosed with the circular.
  • Officers attach complete up-to-date CR dossiers for the last five years, vigilance certificate, integrity certificate, cadre clearance and major/minor penalty statement for the last 10 years.
  • Attach supporting certificates/documents for qualifications and experience claimed.
  • Send the application through proper channel to the Under Secretary, Museum-I Section, Ministry of Culture, Kartavya Bhawan 2, New Delhi.
  • Application must reach within 45 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News.
  • Make sure it reaches by 20 December 2026.

Ministry of Culture Director General Recruitment 2026 - Important Links

Link DescriptionLink
Official Notification PDFDownload Ministry of Culture notification PDF
Application FormApplication form for Ministry of Culture Recruitment 2026
Official WebsiteVisit Ministry of Culture official website
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Q2. How many vacancies are there in Ministry of Culture Recruitment 2026?

  • There is 1 vacancy for Director General.

Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

  • The maximum age is 67 years (as on the closing date for receipt of applications).

Q5. What is the salary for this recruitment?

  • Pay Matrix Level 14, Rs. 144200-218200 (7th CPC); pre-revised PB-4 Rs. 37400-67000 plus Grade Pay Rs. 10000.

Q6. What qualification is needed for this recruitment?

  • Master's degree in Fine Arts or History of Art from a recognized University and 15 years' experience including research work in Fine Art or History of Art, of which five years in administrative matters; deputation candidates must also hold analogous posts or have three years' regular service in PB-4 with Grade Pay Rs. 8700 or equivalent.

Q7. Are there other conditions for this recruitment besides qualification and age?

  • Yes. Deputation candidates must hold analogous posts on regular basis, or have three years' regular service in PB-4 with Grade Pay Rs. 8700 or equivalent. Departmental Director in PB-4 Grade Pay Rs. 8700 with three years' regular service and the prescribed qualifications will be considered along with outsiders.
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