Age
Max Age: 35 Years
Min Qualification
Post Graduation
Location
All India
If you are a postgraduate in Anthropology looking for a prestigious Group 'A' Gazetted career with the Central Government, this is your moment. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 01/2026, inviting applications for specialist roles within the Anthropological Survey of India, under the Ministry of Culture.
These positions offer a chance to lead field investigations and contribute to the nation's cultural and physical research from the historic headquarters in Kolkata. With a handsome Level-10 pay scale, these permanent roles are ideal for researchers dedicated to the study of humankind.
For Cultural Anthropology: Master’s degree in Anthropology with more than 50% papers in Cultural Anthropology in the final year.
For Physical Anthropology: Master’s degree in Anthropology with more than 50% papers in Physical or Biological Anthropology in the final year.
Experience (Mandatory for both): Three years of research experience in Anthropology.
General/OBC/EWS Male Candidates: Rs. 25/-.
SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates: Exempted (No Fee).
Payment Mode: Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Internet Banking.
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Is this a permanent government job?
Ans: Yes, the posts are Permanent and classified as Group ‘A’ Gazetted.
Where will my headquarters be?
Ans: The initial headquarters is Kolkata, but the job carries All India Service Liability.
I have a Master's in Sociology; can I apply?
Ans: No, the essential qualification is specifically a Master's degree in Anthropology.
Is there any application fee for women?
Ans: No, all female candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.
Can I edit my application after submission?
Ans: No, no changes or withdrawals are allowed once the form is submitted.
How much research experience is needed?
Ans: A minimum of three years of research experience in Anthropology is mandatory.
What is the salary for this post?
Ans: The pay is Level-10 in the Pay Matrix (7th CPC), which is a high-entry-level officer scale.
Do I need to send hard copies to UPSC?
Ans: No, do not send anything by post. You only need to bring printouts if called for an interview.
Is a scribe facility available for PwBD?
Ans: Yes, for categories like Blindness, Locomotor Disability (Both Arms), and Cerebral Palsy.
What if my degree certificate is in a regional language?
Ans: You must upload a transcript duly attested by a Gazetted Officer or Notary in English or Hindi.