Project Associate & Domain Experts – Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA)

Research Opportunity: Project Associate & Domain Experts – Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA)

• Institution: Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA)

• Programme: National Mission on Cultural Mapping (NMCM)

• Ministry: Ministry of Culture, Government of India

• File Number: F.No.12/375/2026-SD/AM

• Advertisement Date: October 21, 2026

• Positions: Project Associate & Domain Experts

• Total Vacancies: 7

• Appointment Type: Contractual

• Initial Duration: 1 Year

• Extension: Possible based on satisfactory performance and Mission requirements

• Location: Janpath, New Delhi, India

• Monthly Remuneration: INR 40,000 consolidated

• Age Limit: Not exceeding 30 years as on the date of interview

• Selection Mode: Walk-In Interview

• Interview Date: October 30, 2026

Overview of the Opportunity

The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts invites eligible candidates to attend a walk-in interview for contractual positions under the National Mission on Cultural Mapping (NMCM).

IGNCA is an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India and serves as an implementing body for NMCM, which focuses on documenting, preserving, and promoting India’s cultural heritage.

The recruitment covers:

• 4 Project Associate positions

• 3 Domain Expert positions

All appointments are initially for one year and may be extended based on performance and Mission requirements.

1. Project Associate – 4 Posts

Essential Qualification

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree from a recognised university in any of the following:

• History

• Art History

• Folklore

• Anthropology

• Sociology

Experience Required

Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience in a Government, Semi-Government, or recognised institution involving:

• Research-based write-ups

• Cultural documentation

• Preparation of cultural profiles

• Tangible heritage

• Intangible heritage

• Rituals

• Belief systems

• Oral histories

• Cultural traditions

Desirable Experience

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Community-engagement experience

• Primary-data collection experience

• Oral-history documentation

• Knowledge of traditional practices and customs

• Experience documenting rituals, festivals, and folk traditions

• Working knowledge of digital documentation

• Cultural mapping

• Database management

• Computer applications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi

Remuneration

INR 40,000 per month consolidated

Walk-In Details

• Interview Date: October 30, 2026

• Reporting Time: 10:00 AM

• Application forms will not be accepted after: 11:00 AM

2. Domain Experts – 3 Posts

The Domain Expert positions are in the following areas:

• Archaeology & Heritage Management

• History – Cultural Heritage of North-Eastern India

• Tribal Studies

Essential Qualification

Applicants must hold a relevant Master’s degree from a recognised university in:

• Archaeology & Heritage Management

• History, with demonstrated understanding of the cultural heritage of North-East India

• Tribal Studies

Experience Required

Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience in a Government, Semi-Government, or recognised institution involving:

• Research-based write-ups

• Cultural documentation

• Cultural-profile preparation

• Tangible and intangible heritage

• Rituals

• Belief systems

• Oral histories

• Cultural traditions

Desirable Experience

Relevant experience includes:

• Community engagement

• Primary-data collection

• Documentation of oral histories

• Traditional knowledge

• Customs and rituals

• Festivals and folk traditions

• Digital documentation

• Cultural mapping

• Database management

• Computer applications

• Strong English and Hindi communication skills

Remuneration

INR 40,000 per month consolidated

Walk-In Details

• Interview Date: October 30, 2026

• Reporting Time: 12:00 PM

• Application forms will not be accepted after: 1:00 PM

Age Limit

For both Project Associate and Domain Expert positions:

Maximum age: 30 years as on the date of interview

Duration of Engagement

The engagement is:

• Initially for 1 year

• Purely contractual

• Extendable subject to:

  • Satisfactory performance

  • Requirements of the National Mission on Cultural Mapping

The appointment does not confer any right to regular employment at IGNCA.

Application & Interview Requirements

Candidates must bring:

1. Filled Application Form

2. Updated Resume / CV

3. Self-Attested Academic Marksheets

   • From Class 10 onwards

4. Self-Attested Experience Certificates

5. Original Identity Proof

6. Copy of Identity Proof

Accepted identity documents include:

• Aadhaar Card

• PAN Card

• Voter ID

• Driving Licence

Candidates must report on time for verification of original documents.

Only candidates found eligible after verification will be permitted to appear for the interview.

Reference Requirement After Selection

Selected candidates must submit 2 reference letters / testimonials at the time of joining.

These should be:

• Issued by a previous employer, organisation, or institution

• Issued within one month

Selection Process

Selection will be made through a walk-in interview.

IGNCA reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications without assigning a reason.

The decision of IGNCA regarding eligibility, interview, and engagement will be final and binding.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: October 21, 2026

• Walk-In Interview Date: October 30, 2026

Project Associate

• Reporting Time: 10:00 AM

• Forms accepted only until: 11:00 AM

Domain Experts

• Reporting Time: 12:00 PM

• Forms accepted only until: 1:00 PM

Walk-In Venue

Office of Mission Director (NMCM)
5th Floor, A-Wing
Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts
Janpath Building, Janpath Road
New Delhi – 110001

Official Notification

https://ignca.gov.in/vaccancy/21102026-Adv-NMCM.pdf

Candidates should carefully read the official notification and carry the prescribed application form along with all required documents.

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